Your Eye Health Matters
Eye care involves understanding and managing both visible and invisible aspects of eye health.
Our team uses different techniques and technology to provide a comprehensive assessment of your eye health. We conduct thorough examinations to identify potential signs of eye diseases and conditions, such as glaucoma and macular degeneration, that could impact your vision.
Begin your eye care journey today at Rutland’s trusted destination for all your eye health needs. Your vision matters, and we’re here to help you protect it. Contact us to schedule your appointment today.
How We Can Help
Regular eye exams are the key to detecting eye diseases and conditions before they affect vision. Many of these issues may develop without any noticeable symptoms, so it’s up to our team to use diagnostic technology to spot them.
Please let us know if you have any questions about our diagnostic process. We want your eye exam to be as relaxing as it is comprehensive, so we’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have!
Our Diagnostic Technology
We use different diagnostic technologies during your eye exam and eye disease assessment. Some of the tools we use include:
- Fundus photography: Uses high-resolution imaging to detect issues affecting the retina, such as age-related macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease.
- Optical coherence tomography (OCT): Provides detailed cross-sectional images of the retina, allowing for early detection and monitoring of retinal conditions.
- Intraocular pressure (IOP) measurement: We use both non-contact tonometry, which measures intraocular pressure without direct contact, and Goldmann applanation tonometry, a precise method for assessing pressure levels. Together, these techniques help identify potential risks for diseases like glaucoma.
Optos for Detailed Imaging
Experience a more comprehensive view of your eye health with Optos retinal imaging technology.
This innovative tool captures ultra-widefield images of the retina, allowing our optometrists to detect potential issues early, including diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and retinal detachments. With Optos, we can monitor your eye health with more accuracy and provide personalized care tailored to your needs.
Common Eye Diseases & Conditions
Everybody’s eye health is different, but there are a few different common eye diseases we may look for during your eye exam.
We’ll confirm your personal, family, and eye health history during the exam to help us orientate the eye exam to best suit your needs. As you age, you may have a higher chance of developing an eye disease, so we recommend having regular eye exams every 2 years until you’re 65 and annually after that.
Glaucoma is a group of diseases that affect the optic nerve. Most types of glaucoma affect the optic nerve by raising your intraocular pressure (IOP). However, other types of glaucoma can develop without changing your IOP levels.
The most common types of glaucoma are:
- Open-angle glaucoma occurs when your IOP levels rise, but your eye’s drainage angle remains open. Open-angle glaucoma usually occurs slowly, and you may not notice symptoms until you’ve already experienced permanent vision loss.
- Angle-closure glaucoma occurs when your IOP levels rise after your drainage angle closes. It can lead to sudden symptoms like eye pain, nausea, redness, and vision loss. We consider this situation an eye emergency that requires immediate attention.
- Normal-tension glaucoma is a unique version of glaucoma that affects your optic nerve without raising your IOP levels. However, it’s possible to detect normal-tension glaucoma by observing your optic nerve during an eye exam.
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the most common eye diseases affecting adults over 55. This disease affects the macula, a part of your retina responsible for providing your central vision.
As the macula deteriorates, it can impair your ability to read, drive, see fine details, and recognize faces. There are 2 types of AMD:
- Dry AMD, which slowly thins the macula as you age. Some research suggests that yellowish deposits of lipids known as drusen can develop under your macula as you age, leading to AMD symptoms.
- Wet AMD, which is less common than dry AMD, is responsible for 90% of all AMD-related vision loss. Wet AMD can occur when abnormal blood vessels develop and leak fluids into your macula as you age.
Diabetes is a health concern for millions of Canadians, and it can increase the risk of developing an eye disease.
Diabetes-related eye diseases like diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular degeneration could lead to permanent vision loss if they aren’t detected and managed with the help of an eye doctor.
Learn more about our diabetic eye exams.
Cataracts are one of the most common eye conditions around the globe and a leading cause of blindness. As you grow older, your eye’s clear crystalline lens becomes more rigid, causing it to develop a hazy, milky colour that could affect the quality of your vision.
Early cataracts could cause refractive errors that can be corrected using eyeglasses or contacts. However, in more advanced cases, you may need cataract surgery to restore your sight.
Helping You Manage Eye Diseases
Our eye disease diagnosis and management services are built around prioritizing your eye health and well-being. Together, we can protect your vision and maintain your eye health for years to come.
Contact us to schedule your appointment today and take the first step toward healthier eyes.
Why Choose Us
Eyewear That Fits Your Style & Needs
With decades of experience in the community, we’re your local destination for eyewear. Whether you’re looking for classic frames or trendy sunglasses, our team is your guide to finding the look and fit that suits your unique lifestyle.
Thanks to our on-site lens edger, we can craft your lenses with precision and offer same-day service for most single-vision lenses.
Giving Back to the Community: One World Two Eyes
We believe in giving back to those in need. Dr. Sunil Parekh proudly joined One World Two Eyes in 2024, a non-profit organization that provides essential eye care services to children in underserved communities worldwide.
By supporting One World Two Eyes, we’re helping make a positive impact on the lives of children who may not have access to the eye care they need.
Protecting Your Child’s Vision: Myopia Management
Nearsightedness (myopia) is on the rise, affecting more children than ever before. By slowing progressive myopia, we can help preserve their long-term eye health and vision.
At Rutland Optometry, we want to help kids succeed. Our comprehensive myopia management can help your child achieve their full potential in and out of the classroom.
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Our Location
Our office is conveniently located just minutes from Highway 93 on Highway 33 in the heart of Rutland. Find us inside Willow Park Mall, with ample parking just outside our doors.
Our Address
- 3-590 Hwy 33 W
- Kelowna, BC V1X 6A8
Contact Information
- Phone: 250-868-3480
- Email: [email protected]
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