Helping people see
The School of Optometry and Vision Science, University of Waterloo, provides the only English optometric training in Canada leading to an accredited Doctor of Optometry degree. The school also provides a graduate program in Vision Science and Optometry. Extensive clinic programs support practical experience for students and health services for the public. Read more about the School of Optometry...
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Piyush Garg: 3D-printed contact lenses – an alternative to eye drops
Piyush Garg is a PhD candidate at the School of Optometry and Vision Science working under the supervision of Drs. Lyndon Jones and Chau-Minh Phan.
Winding down an ambitious career in teaching and research
Dr. Daphne McCulloch is retiring nearly 50 years after she first came to Waterloo to start a Bachelor of Science degree. Over the course of her career, she has done extensive work in clinical electrophysiology and travelled all over the globe.
What you should know about: Dry eye
Dry eye disease is a chronic condition that occurs when an individual does not produce enough quality tears to properly lubricate their eyes. It is estimated that up to 30% of Canadians suffer from dry eye. In the coming years, this number is expected to increase as the population ages.