Welcome to the School of Optometry & Vision Science

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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Wednesday, February 26, 2025

Seeing deeper for vision health

New, state-of-the-art optometric equipment donated by FDC Foundation improves patient care and clinical education.

Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is a non-invasive imaging device that uses light waves to examine each layer of the eye so optometrists can detect and track the progression of vision-threatening diseases.

The Binocular Vision Vision Therapy (BV/VT) Interest Club, led by presidents Tim Hurlburt and Tracy Lam, connects University of Waterloo optometry students to the specialized field of binocular vision care and vision therapy.

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