Helping people see
The School of Optometry and Vision Science, University of Waterloo, provides the only English-language optometric training in Canada leading to an accredited Doctor of Optometry degree. The school also provides a graduate program in Vision Science. 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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Highlighting cellular changes in the living eye
Dr. Jennifer Hunter develops advanced fluorescence imaging techniques to examine individual cell layers, which could lead to earlier retinal disease detection.
Beyond the clinic: An optometry student’s experience in vision science research
After his first year in the OD program, Vicky Shah chose to spend his summer contributing to impactful vision science research at the University of Waterloo, applying his biology background in two labs focused on dry eye disease and binocular vision.
COETF awards aid vision research
The Canadian Optometric Education Trust Fund is funding 10 University of Waterloo research projects to advance optometry and vision science.