Dr. Abraham Yuen

10/08/2020

20/20 vision does not mean perfect eye health! Watch and learn:

You can have 20/20 vision but also have cataracts, glaucoma, or diabetic retinopathy.

06/08/2020

We are open again with enhanced safety protocols! Get your eyes checked!

‘It’s not going to be doors open, back to normal’ for optometrists, dentists and massage therapists

04/29/2020

Ever wonder what we do as an optometrist? It is more than about seeing better 1 or 2. In fact, an eye exam may even save your life! Open Your Eyes and check out this documentary tonight at 8pm. Registration is FREE!

02/05/2020

February is LOW VISION MONTH 🕵️‍♂️ ! Did you know optometrists can provide a specialized service to people who have lost vision permanently from eye diseases?
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As a low vision provider, I find the most satisfying aspect is to bring someone their autonomy and livelihood back!
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Dealing with vision loss can be devastating, but selecting the right low vision devices and rehabilitation plan can help a patient cope and function with their remaining vision.

11/27/2019

Last education talk of 2019! Come out for a discussion on aging eye health as I will be sharing pearls with patrons in the Lawrence Park community. Drop-ins are welcome!

10/10/2019

Children’s use of digital media has increased dramatically, and begins earlier in childhood. High screen time use in children is associated with a risk for obesity, poorer school performance, poorer sleep quality, risky behaviours in older children, as well as delays in critical cognition, learning and social skills in younger children. The following steps outline recommendations for safe use of electronic screens for children.
https://opto.ca/sites/default/files/resources/documents/childrens_vision_and_screen_time_en_sept_2019.pdf

01/09/2019

Vision Loss is no laughing matter! The CNIB explains on the

Ashley Nemeth from CNIB Saskatchewan expresses her frustration with the and how it trivializes the independence of individuals with sight loss and the years of hard work it takes to build Orientation & Mobility and Independent Living skills.

Watch her interview with Global Regina at https://globalnews.ca/video/4817246/cnib-warning-about-bird-box-challenge-2/.

01/01/2019

The idea that Cannabis helps to lower eye pressure may actually be the reverse, new study finds.

Patients with glaucoma have used medical ma*****na for decades to help ease the symptoms. However, a new study finds that one of the primary components of the cannabis plant is hurting these people more than it is giving them the gift of sight.

11/09/2018

Optometrists can help you manage and prevent vision loss from certain chronic eye diseases!

10/26/2018

Routine eye exam and dilation drops are important, as many eye conditions may not have symptoms!

Initially, Paige Panetta wanted to keep the scary news to herself.

10/17/2018

In light of legalization in Canada, all your questions about vision effects of cannabis:

Health experts agree that smoking ma*****na can damage the lungs. The deleterious effect of chronic, frequent use of ma*****na upon the brain is also well established. However, while more research is required regarding the potential beneficial and/or detrimental effects of ma*****na on vision, we do...

10/02/2018

When VR Meets Optometry! Newest technology in healthcare training has arrived at UW!!!!