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Save Eye Care Coverage
2021
2020
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Ontario optometrists vote to stop OHIP-paid services unless province pays more
OAO President, Dr. Sheldon Salaba discusses the latest updates in the Save Eye Care campaign, and the vote to withdraw OHIP services on September 1st.
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Ontario optometrists vote to stop OHIP-paid services unless province pays more
OAO President, Dr. Sheldon Salaba discusses the latest updates in the Save Eye Care campaign, and the vote to withdraw OHIP services on September 1st.
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Fight Back with Libby Znaimer: Ontario’s Eye Care Crisis Amid The Pandemic
OAO President, Dr. Sheldon Salaba explains how optometrists have been struggling to cover costs, and treat patients amid COVID-19.
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Fight Back with Libby Znaimer: Ontario Optometrists Continue to Call On the Province for Increased Funding, Zoomer Radio (Sept 17, 2020)
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks with Libby Znaimer.
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Local optometrist says OHIP shortfalls are ‘horribly difficult’, OrilliaMatters (Sept 16 2020)
Government not willing to help, laments Dr. Shawn Moore.
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Ontario Association of Optometrists redirecting patients to hospitals, Norfolk Today (Aug 31, 2020)
The Ontario Association of Optometrists is encouraging its 1,800 members to refer patients to hospitals and emergency rooms.
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Optometrists demand that province negotiate sustainable fee structure, My Timmins Now (Aug 27, 2020)
Ontario’s optometrists are not seeing eye-to-eye with the provincial government, over fees they’re paid for OHIP-covered annual eye exams.
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OOs begin direct action, Optician Online (Aug 19, 2020)
The Ontario Association of Optometrists (OAO) has urged its 1,800 members to turn away patients coming for appointments outside of regular check-ups.
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The next time you see an eye doctor, you can be referred to a hospital, here’s why, Milton Now (Aug 19, 2020)
Decades of underfunding from the province has forced Optometrists to refer patients to hospitals and emergency rooms.
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Optometrists protest provincial underfunding, Brantford Expositor (Aug 19, 2020)
Dr. Greg Wilson said the underfunding means some optometrists, particularly in rural communities, “can’t afford to keep their doors open.”
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Optometrists protest provincial underfunding, The Sudbury Star (Aug 19, 2020)
Local optometrists are referring patients to hospitals, family doctors and walk-in clinics as part of a job action aimed at addressing claims of decades of underfunding.
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What optometrists are doing is perfectly logical, The Star (Aug 17, 2020)
Optometrists are sending people away from their office. In other words, that is a loss of business, not an attempt to profit.
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Star sets a double-standard by criticizing optometrists’ fight, The Star (Aug 14, 2020)
Eye-care tactic is out of focus.
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Letters to the Editor, The Globe and Mail (Aug 14, 2020)
We can’t change the past, but we can protect eye care for the future – Peter Rozanec, OD
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Ontario’s optometrists are referring patients to hospitals in a bid to address underfunding, The Globe and Mail (Aug 11, 2020)
The Ontario Association of Optometrists is encouraging its 1,800 members to refer patients to hospitals and emergency rooms.
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Ontario optometrists are redirecting patients to ERs to protest underfunding, The Star (Aug 10, 2020)
The strategy is costing the province $250,000 a day.
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Local optometrists say “OHIP is broken for eye care”, Port Dover Maple Leaf (Aug 5, 2020)
The cost of eye exams continues to rise and OHIP continues to ignore the plight of optometrists caught in this never-ending upward trend.
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Optometrists call for changes to OHIP coverage, CTV News Windsor (Jul 28, 2020)
The cost of eye exams continues to rise and OHIP continues to ignore the plight of optometrists caught in this never-ending upward trend.
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North Bay eye exam a lifesaver, North Bay Nugget (Jul 20, 2020)
‘I would probably have had a stroke or a heart attack’.
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Optometrists say provincial underfunding puts eye care at risk, The Kingston WHIG Standard (Jul 9, 2020)
If you’re not already aware of this advocacy campaign, the Ontario Association of Optometrists has decided that enough is enough.
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Reader Letter: Eye care in jeopardy without improved government support, The Province (Jun 30, 2020)
Optometrists are the front-line workers of the vision care system and their services are at the heart of screening and diagnostic services in Ontario.
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Pros best prepped to treat routine, chronic eye concerns: SAH, The Sault Star (Jun 26, 2020)
Optometrists to refer patients to hospitals, MDs, as they argue OHIP coverage for eye exams falls short..
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Letters: Eye care shortfall; driver test lineup, The Beacon Herald (Jun 24, 2020)
Optometrists subsidizing OHIP-covered exams.
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Optometrists hold work action to address rising costs, Blackburnnews.com (Jun 23, 2020)
Ontario eye doctors say they have been blinded by costs that have risen in the age of COVID-19.
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OHIP shortfalls, COVID-19 restrictions threaten eye care access: Optometrists, The London Free Press (Jun 19, 2020)
The Ontario Association of Optometrists (OAO) warns that about two million comprehensive eye exams could be lost this year, with many offices at risk of closing their doors, amid years of inadequate OHIP remuneration.
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Optometry facing a ‘crisis’ – association, The Beacon Herald (Jun 18, 2020)
With costs increasing, ‘there are going to be practices that most definitely will fail’.
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Sudbury optometrist calling for solution to decades-old problem, CTV News Northern Ontario (Jun 18, 2020)
A Sudbury optometrist has penned a letter of frustration to the provincial government, calling for changes to OHIP and increased support.
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Letter: Sudbury optometrists says he can’t afford to provide OHIP-funded eye exams anymore, Sudbury.com (Jun 18, 2020)
He said the government is not adequately compensating optometrists for their services.
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Optometrists facing hard decisions when it comes to keeping practices open, CTV News London (Jun 18, 2020)
Dr. Josephine Pepe has been an optometrist for 21 years and says the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have hit her practice, and many others, hard.
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Access to eye care could be in a crisis in Northern Ontario, says optometrists group, Sudbury.com (Jun 17, 2020)
Thirty years of underfunding ran smack-dab into a pandemic and the head of the Ontario Association of Optometrists says there are optometry practices that aren’t going to make it out the other side.
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Ontario optometrists lobbying for increase to provincial payments for eye exams, CBC News Sudbury (Jun 17, 2020)
Fees were negotiated before ‘the internet was a competitor for glasses, contacts and cost of living was lower’.
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Seeing the value in optometry local clinics band together, Sault Online (Jun 17, 2020)
Not only has Covid-19 created new challenges for the optometry sector, but prior to closures the Sault Optometry Clinic and Station Tower Optometry have been dealing with their own battle stating that there is “no safety net for them.”
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Eyecare in Ontario post-COVID, Inside Halton (Jun 17, 2020)
Dr. Nicole Theiss shares a letter with the editor
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Ontario’s Eye Care Crisis: Visible for All to See, Goderich Signal Star (Jun 15, 2020)
Huron Optometric Centres calls for Ontario’s elected officials to open their eyes to a crisis that’s about to become painfully visible for all to see.
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Ontario Faces Crisis As Millions Of Eye Exams In Jeopardy, Muskoka 411 (Jun 15, 2020)
After 30 years of chronic underfunding, COVID-19 further strains access to eye care.
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Ontario’s Eye Care Crisis: Visible for All to See, OnRichmondHill.com (Jun 15, 2020)
Some thoughts by local optometrist, Dr. Radhika Chawla.
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Broadcast News
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Optometrists calling on province for increased funding, Breakfast Television Toronto (Aug 21, 2020)
Optometrists are losing money when they see OHIP patients because they are not fully reimbursed for the cost of their care by the province.
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Optometrists redirecting patients to ER amid funding battle, City News Toronto (Aug 21, 2020)
A funding battle between eye doctors and the province could see some Ontarians seeking critical eye services denied, or even sent to an ER.
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Ontario optometrists raise alarms about eye-care deficiencies, Global News National (Jul 6, 2020)
An emergency job action has been taken against the provincial government.
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Ontario might be facing an optometry crisis, CTV News Your Morning (Jul 2, 2020)
At a time when the healthcare system is under strain, optometrists may be forced to direct people to an ER or general practitioner.
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Call for better eyecare coverage, CTV News Ottawa (Jun 29, 2020)
Optometrists across Ontario say eyecare is at risk, and are calling on the province to end, what they say is, a 30 year neglect in eyecare funding.
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Optometrists say COVID-19 pushing them to edge, CTV News London (Jun 18, 2020)
Optometrists are finding themselves at a breaking point, unsure if their businesses will survive the devasting impact of COVID-19.
Radio Segments
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Norfolk Today: Ontario Association of Optometrists redirecting patients to hospitals (Aug 31, 2020)
You’re being encouraged to go to the hospital rather than the Optometrist for eyecare.
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CFTR-AM 680 News: Decades-long fight between Ontario and Optometrists (Aug 22, 2020)
A funding battle between eye doctors and the province could see some Ontarians seeking critical eye services denied, or even sent to an ER.
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Exeter Today: Eye care experts claim to be underfunded (Aug 21, 2020)
Decades of underfunding from the province has forced Optometrists to refer patients to hospitals and emergency rooms.
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Zoomer Radio: OAO funding dispute with province escalates (Aug 12, 2020)
Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks with Libby Znaimer with an update on the state of eyecare and how to access it.
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Radio-Canada: ‘Y a pas deux matins pareils’ avec Marjorie April (Aug 12, 2020)
The effect of the pandemic on optometrists. (en Français)
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Newstalk 1010: Optometrists Protest (Aug 11, 2020)
The Ontario Association of Optometrists is under fire after internal communications showed that they’ve been encouraging members to divert patients to the ER in a funding dispute with the province. Interview with Dr. Sheldon Salaba, president of the OAO.
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Global News Radio 980 CFPL: London Live with Mike Stubbs (Aug 10, 2020)
Dr. Jason Morris on issues that optometrists are currently facing.
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AM640 with Kelly Cutrara: Optometrists seek changes to OHIP (Jul 29, 2020)
Kelly talks to Dr. Sheldon Salaba, President of the Ontario Association of Optometrists.
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Zoomer Radio: OAO Calls on province to provide more funding for eye healthcare (Jul 9, 2020)
The OAO has launched the Save Eye Care campaign and is calling on the province to put an end to underfunding towards eye healthcare. The OAO is saying that, “this chronic underfunding, coupled with the devastating impact of COVID-19 on optometrists’ ability to see patients, threatens Ontarians’ access to these essential health services”. And, they want the government to assist in covering the costs of eye exams and to allow optometrists to be more flexible with regards to their billings.
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Global News Radio CFMJ 640 AM: The Morning Show with Stafford & Supriya (Jun 26, 2020)
‘We provide more than just diagnosing vision problems’: Optometrists calling on government for overhaul of OHIP.
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CBC Listen: Afternoon Drive with Chris dela Torre (Jun 18, 2020)
Optometrists in Ontario say they can’t see a future in which provincial payments for eye care remains status quo — and they say the COVID-19 pandemic is only making things worse.
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Newstalk 1010: The Rush with Ryan and Jay (Jun 18, 2020)
In the last 30 years, the cost of an eye exam under OHIP has not changed.
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Global News Radio CFPL 980 AM London (Jun 18, 2020)
There is concern being shared by the Ontario Association of Optometrists about the health of our system when it comes to eye exams.
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Zoomer Radio: Will Virtual Eye Care Become The Norm Post COVID-19? (May 7, 2020)
Optometrists have turned to virtual care for their patients. The question now is: will this become more of a permanent fixture in a post COVID-19 world?
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Zoomer Radio: Eye Care In Ontario Amid The Covid-19 Pandemic (Mar 31, 2020)
Dr. Joshua Smith talks about how eye care has changed, especially urgent care vs routine care, because of the pandemic.
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Ontario Optometrists engaged in showdown with provincial government over OHIP billings
The Sioux Lookout Bulletin
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Kids still can’t see optometrists in Ontario and it’s becoming a problem
Today's Parent Magazine
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Optometrists Job Action Could Be Hurting Our Eyes
Swift Telecast
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There is no way to seek medical treatment but there is a way to solve it
Speak Out - Hong Kong
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Muskoka senior concerned over potential loss of eye-care coverage
MuskokaRegion.com
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Optometrists’ dispute is just the start
The Niagara Independent
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Local optometrists part of job action over OHIP eye care costs
The Review - Eastern Ontario
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Pay dispute between Ontario optometrists and Government nears two-month mark
iHeart Radio / CTV News Toronto
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Pay dispute between Ontario optometrists and Government nears two-month mark
iHeart Radio / Newstalk 1010
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Pay dispute between Ontario optometrists and Government nears two-month mark
iHeart Radio / Newstalk 610 CKTB
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Ontario optometrists and provincial government still not seeing eye-to-eye
My Parry Sound Now
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Take a look into my eyes, please
The Hamilton Spectator
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Take a look into my eyes, please
The Chatham Voice
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Patients frustrated by ongoing feud between government and optometrists
CTV News - Barrie
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Talks between Ontario government and optometrists’ stall
My Espanola Now
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Patients are suffering. Ontario needs to settle dispute with optometrists
Toronto Star Editorial
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TALKS BETWEEN ONTARIO'S OPTOMETRISTS AND GOVERNMENT REMAIN STALLED
The Ontario Association of Optometrists said it hopes the return of the legislature will add pressure on the government.
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Niagara Ontario NDP Member Urges Ford Government to Address ‘Eye Care Crisis’
An “Urgent Open Letter from Niagara Centre NDP MPP Jeff Burch to Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Ontario Health Minister Christine Elliott
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OHIP no longer covering eye exams after provincial inaction to negotiate
On Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2021, the Ontario Association of Optometrists announced that eye care coverage under the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) will cease due to the provincial government’s inaction to negotiate.
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Talks fail; optometrists withdraw OHIP services
As of Sept. 1, optometrists in Ontario no longer provide OHIP-covered services to patients.
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Optometrists rejecting OHIP-covered eye exams, citing government underfunding
If you are looking to have an eye exam and get new glasses or contacts, you may be put on a waiting list.
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Huntsville resident 'disheartened' by decision to stop OHIP-funded eye exams
Ontario optometrists have withdrawn provincially insured eye services after a breakdown in talks with the provincial government over reimbursement of costs.
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'AT LEAST COVER WHAT IT COSTS US TO SEE A PATIENT': ONTARIO OPTOMETRISTS WITHDRAW OHIP-COVERED SERVICES
Ontario optometrists have withdrawn provincially insured eye services after a breakdown in talks with the provincial government over reimbursement of costs.
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Ontario optometrists’ services withdrawal may cause ‘trickle-down effect’ for benefits plans: consultant
While the withdrawal of provincially-insured eye services by Ontario optometrists is unlikely to have a direct impact on benefits plans, it could cause a “trickle-down effect,” according to Kim Siddall, vice-president of enterprise consulting for the west at People Corporation.
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Take a look into my eyes, please
Mary Schawb’s complex medical needs have the potential to affect her eyesight. But the 57-year-old Wallaceburg resident hasn’t been able to see an optometrist for the past 14 months and can’t get in for an appointment until March 2022.
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As optometrists-Ontario dispute drags on, concerns raised about health issues, not just bad eyesight
At the heart of the dispute is the amount optometrists should be reimbursed by the province for OHIP patient care.
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As optometrists-Ontario dispute drags on, concerns raised about catching health issues, not just bad eyesight
As a dispute between optometrists and the Ontario government drags on, parents of children whose eyesight is deteriorating are getting worried.
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Patients frustrated by ongoing feud between government and optometrists
Ontario's optometrists and the provincial government aren't seeing eye to eye with an ongoing dispute that has made it difficult for residents to get a routine eye exam.
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There is no way to seek medical treatment but there is a way to solve it
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Optometry in Ontario is in crisis mode
Open letter to the Honourable Paul Calandra, House leader, minister without portfolio and MPP for Markham-Stouffville:
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World Sight Day
OAO President, Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks with Jessica Ng of CBC for World Sight Day
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Kids still can’t see optometrists in Ontario and it’s becoming a problem
Dr. Claudia Lee speaks with Today's Parent on the current state of eye care in Ontario.
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Ontario optometrists hold rally over compensation at Queen’s Park
The battle over compensation for optometrists continues in Ontario. While the government urges a return to mediation, a rally was held at Queen’s Park calling for an end to unsustainable care. Matthew Bingley reports.
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Press Release
Ontario Optometrists Rally to Demand Government Take Action on Ontario’s Eye Care Crisis
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Optometrists Issue Statement To Government
Sault Online covers the latest press release from OAO President, Dr. Sheldon Salaba.
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Eye doctor says Ontario’s optometric funding issue causes problems for many Elliot Lake residents
Dr. Lorne Kay speaks to Elliot Lake Today on the struggles Northern Ontario optometrists are facing in their communities, and the need for a funding commitment from the Ontario government.
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CityNews Toronto: Dispute between Ontario optometrists and provincial government continues, with patients caught in the middle
Over 2,100 optometrists across the province are asking for the Ontario government to commit to working out a funding deal they say should reflect the compensation their counterparts in other provinces receive for an eye exam.
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SooToday: City pushes Ford, Romano to pay more for eye care (5 City Council briefs)
Sault Ste. Marie Ward 5 Coun. Matthew Scott and his Ward 1 counterpart Sandra Hollingsworth submit a resolution to city council, calling on the Ontario Government to commit to ensuring Ontario optometrists are no longer the lowest funded in the country.
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Hamilton eye patients face delays with no end to optometrist job action in sight
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks to Hamilton Spectator as OAO continues to call on the Ontario Government to commit to funding these services to the cost of delivery.
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The Agenda with Steve Paikin: Why Optometrists are Fighting the Province
OAO President, Dr. Sheldon Salaba joins Steve Paikin on TVO: The Agenda to reinforce the need for a commitment to covering operating costs, and ensuring Ontario optometrists are no longer the lowest funded in the country.
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Toronto Sun: Ontario optometrists call on premier to step up
Premier Doug Ford needs to step in to help resolve an impasse that has impacted eye care treatment for many residents of the province, cautions the president of the Ontario Association of Optometrists (OAO).
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Toronto Star: Patients are suffering. Ontario needs to settle dispute with optometrists
The Toronto Star Editorial Board penned this editorial on the Save Eye Care campaign and the need for action from the Ontario government.
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CP24: Millions unable to book eye appointments as negotiations between optometrists and Ontario government stall
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba joins a panel with a patient and CP24 to discuss the state of eye care in Ontario.
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Queens Park Briefing: TALKS BETWEEN ONTARIO'S OPTOMETRISTS AND GOVERNMENT REMAIN STALLED
The Toronto Star covers the Save Eye Care campaign and how patients are calling on the Ontario Government to take action.
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Inside the dispute between optometrists and the Ontario government that has left children and seniors ‘abandoned’
The Toronto Star covers the Save Eye Care campaign and how patients are calling on the Ontario Government to take action.
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CBC News: Ontario patients fear vision loss as no end in sight to optometrists' dispute with province
Dr. Ritesh Patel speaks to CBC News on the need for the Ontario government to commit to funding eye care in Ontario to the cost of delivery.
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The Kingstonist: OHIP no longer covering eye exams after provincial inaction to negotiate
Dr. Tiffany Nazareth speaks to Kingstonist on the need for the Ontario government to commit to funding eye care in Ontario to the cost of delivery.
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CTV Windsor: No end in sight: Optometrists and government locked in stalemate
Dr. John Mastronardi speaks to CTV Windsor on the need for the Ontario government to commit to funding eye care in Ontario to the cost of delivery.
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Open Letter from MPP Jeff Burch
MPP Jeff Burch submits an open letter on the urgent need for the Ontario government to step up and save eye care in Ontario.
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ici Radio Canada: Moyens de pression des optométristes : 250 000 examens de la vue annulés
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks to Radio-Canada on the need for urgent action from the Ontario Government.
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Sault This Week: Talks fail; optometrists withdraw OHIP services
Dr. Krista Bruni speaks to Sault This Week on the Save Eye Care campaign.
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Huntsville resident 'disheartened' by decision to stop OHIP-funded eye exams
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks to MuskokaRegion.com on the Ontario Government continuing to allow millions of Ontarians to not have access to eye care.
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The ministry’s mess: Optometrists standing up for Ontario eye care
Dr. Peter Rozanec subitted this letter to the editor on the Save Eye Care campaign.
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QP Briefing: OPTOMETRISTS' ASSOCIATION ESTIMATES 15,000 FEWER EYE EXAMS PER DAY AFTER SERVICE WITHDRAWAL
Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks to Queen's Park Briefing on the need for a sustainable eye care system in Ontario.
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Collingwood optometrists see clearly the need for more eye care funding
Six Collingwood optometrists sent a letter to town council asking for them to pass a motion, calling on the Ontario Government to save eye care.
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DR. SHELDON SALABA, PRESIDENT OF THE ONTARIO ASSOCIATION OF OPTOMETRISTS WITH KEN SEPT 8 2021
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks to NewsTalk1290CJBK on the Save Eye Care campaign.
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'At least cover what it costs us to see a patient': Ontario optometrists withdraw OHIP-covered services
OAO member Dr. Wes McCann speaks to CTV Ottawa on the need for a long-term solution to address decades of underfunding for eye care in Ontario.
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‘We have to fight for our patients’: Local optometrist calls on government to fund eye care
OAO member Dr. Albert Ng spoke to York Region News about the need for a sustainable future for eye care in Ontario, and the status of the Save Eye Care campaign.
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CTV News Kitchener-Waterloo: "We need to get it resolved": Ontario optometrists withdraw OHIP-covered services
OAO member Dr. Mark Lukito spoke to CTV News about the need for a sustainable future for eye care in Ontario, and the status of the Save Eye Care campaign.
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CTV Ottawa: Your Morning - Ontario Optometrists Strike
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks to CTV Ottawa: Your Morning on the need for the Ontario government to come to the table and commit to a long-term, sustainable future for eye care.
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The Globe and Mail: Thousands without provincially insured eye care in Ontario after optometrists withdraw services
The Globe and Mail speaks to Dr. Sheldon Salaba and Ontario patients about the need for the Ontario government to address the eye care crisis in Ontario.
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Dr. Wes McCann on 570 News; The Mike Farwell Show
OAO member Dr. Wes McCann speaks to Niagara Falls Review about the Save Eye Care campaign as of September 1st.
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Niagara optometrists withdrawing all OHIP-related eye services as payment dispute with province remains unresolved
OAO member Dr. Richard Saari speaks to Niagara Falls Review about the Save Eye Care campaign as of September 1st.
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CBC Afternoon Drive: Optometrist on OHIP
OAO member Dr. Wes McCann speaks to Chris dela Torre about the Save Eye Care campaign as of September 1st.
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CTV Sudbury: Ont. optometrist explains job action, and why OHIP eye exams aren’t being offered
OAO member Dr. Wes McCann speaks to CTV Northern News about the Save Eye Care campaign as of September 1st.
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OAO WITHDRAWS OHIP-COVERED SERVICES FOR SENIORS AFTER TALKS WITH PROVINCE
OAO member Dr. Ritesh Patel speaks to Libby Znaimer on Zoomer Radio about the Save Eye Care campaign.
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Ontario optometrists withdraw OHIP-covered services after a breakdown in talks with the provincial government
OAO member Dr. Wes McCann speaks to Kelly Cutrara on the decision to withdraw from OHIP as a result of the Ontario government's refusal to commit to a long-term, sustainable solution to the underfunding of eye care in Ontario.
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CTV Your Morning: Ontario optometrists withdraw provincially -insured eye services for patients
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba explains the decision to withdraw OHIP services based on the Ontario Government's refusal to commit to a long-term, sustainable solution to the eye care underfunding crisis.
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National Post: Ontario optometrists to withdraw provincially covered services Wednesday
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba explains the decision to withdraw OHIP services based on the Ontario Government's refusal to commit to a long-term, sustainable solution to the eye care underfunding crisis.
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Queen's Park Briefing: OPTOMETRISTS SAY THEY WILL WITHDRAW OHIP-COVERED SERVICES STARTING WEDNESDAY AFTER TALKS BREAK DOWN WITH PROVINCE
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks to QP Briefing on the status of OHIP eye exams.
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City News Ottawa: Optometrists to withdraw OHIP-covered services after breakdown in government talks
OAO Past-President Dr. Joshua Smith speaks to City News Ottawa on the Ontario Government refusing to commit to a long-term, sustainable solution to the eye care funding crisis.
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Vote to limit OHIP eye exams
Dr. Derek MacDonalds speaks to the Pelham Voice on the fact that the government's payments don't even begin to cover expenses.
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Optometrists poised to withdraw service on Sept 1
Dr. Joshua Smith speaks to the Ottawa Citizen on the Ontario government's refusal to commit to a long-term sustainable solution to funding eye care in Ontario, and how Ontario optometrists are the lowest paid in the country.
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OAO President on the Rush Hour -Newstalk 960
Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks about the upcoming service withdrawal and the need for a sustainable system for the future of eye care in Ontario.
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Haliburton optometrists prepare for job action, calling for ‘fair pay’
Haliburton based OAO members speak to the media about the upcoming withdrawal of services, and the Ontario government's refusal to commit to a sustainable system.
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Breakfast Television Toronto: Ontario optometrists to withdraw OHIP eye exams starting on September 1st.
Dr. Derek Macdonald speaks to Breakfast Television on the upcoming service withdrawal and the save eye care campaign.
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CBC Radio: Ontario Morning - Thursday, August 19
OAO Past President Dr. Joshua Smith speaks to Julianne Hazlewood on the need for the Ontario Government to ensure a sustainable future for eye care in Ontario.
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570 News: Kitchener Today with Brian Bourke
OAO Past President Dr. Joshua Smith speaks to host Brian Bourke on the need for the Ontario Government to ensure a sustainable future for eye care in Ontario.
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Ontario optometrists battling the province over eye care OHIP coverage as deadline looms: Global News Radio
OAO member Dr. Wes McCann spoke to Kelly Cutura of Global News Radio on the need for a sustainable future for eye care in Ontario.
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Kawartha Lakes supports negotiation on eye care
The City of Kawartha Lakes is hoping the Ontario government and the Ontario Association of Optometrists can find a solution for the funding of eye exams in the province.
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Optometrists say Ontario's one-time payment offer far too low
inSauga covers the latest updates in the Save Eye Care campaign.
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Dr. Joshua Smith with John Moore : Newstalk1010
OAO Past President, Dr. Joshua Smith speaks to John Moore of Newstalk 1010 on the latest move by the Ontario government as a way to prevent withdrawal of services.
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Medical Post: Coming up short: Why Ontario optometrists are disappointed with province's $39-million offer
OAO Past President, Dr. Joshua Smith, speaks to Medical Post about the government’s offer of $39 million for retroactive increases - which does little to create a sustainable eye care system for Ontarians.
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CARP members call for more government support for eye exams
Members of the Canadian Association of Retired Persons rallied outside Bay of Quinte MPP Todd Smith’s office in Rossmore Monday afternoon, calling on the provincial government and Ontario Association of Optometrists to continue talks to reach a deal to keep eye care services for those with OHIP coverage.
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Demonstrators press Ontario for deal with optometrists
A Belleville-area rally is held by C.A.R.P. members on August 16th, the C.A.R.P. Day of Action, in support of Ontario optometrists. C.A.R.P. members are calling on the government to find a resolution to prevent a service withdrawal.
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OHIP patients may lose access to eye care next month if optometrists take job action
Dr. Sheldon Salaba spoke to The Hamilton Spectator on the latest in the Save Eye Care campaign.
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The Kingston Whig-Standard: Optometrists preparing for job action, interruption of OHIP services
Dr. Tiffany Nazareth penned an op-ed on the state of eye care in Ontario and the Save Eye Care campaign.
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North Grenville Times: Optometrists forced to take action
The North Grenville Times covers the latest on the Save Eye Care campaign.
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CBC Sudbury: Optometrists ready to withdraw OHIP services September 1st
Dr. Krista Bruni speaks to CBC Sudbury about the breaking point that Ontario optometrists are at.
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Ontario government and optometrists can't see eye to eye, deadline looms on funding dispute
CTV Toronto speaks to Dr. Sheldon Salaba on the upcoming deadline of withdrawal from OHIP services, and what needs to be done to prevent it.
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St. Catharine's Standard: Funding dispute between optometrists and province leaves patients seeing red
Dr. Richard Saari speaks to The St. Catharine's Standard on what will happen September 1st with eye care in Ontario without commitment to negotiations from the government.
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Ontario: Government hoping mediator can resolve pending OHIP eye care coverage issue
Bradford Today, Orillia Matters, Kitchener Today, Bay Today, Guelph Today, Elliot Lake Today, Soo Today, Midland Today, Barrie Today, Newmarket Today, Collingwood Today, Timmins Today and Sudbury.com report on the latest developments in the Save Eye Care campaign.
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City News: Mediation proposed in stalemate between Ford government and optometrists
CityNews covers recent statements from the Ontario government in the Save Eye Care campaign.
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680 News: Mediation proposed in stalemate between Ford government and optometrists
680 News covers recent statements from the Ontario government in the Save Eye Care campaign.
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安省验光师9月起将停止为老人和青少年提供服务 原因何在？
Dr. Yan Lin Liang speaks to a Mandarin newspaper on the latest updates in the Save Eye Care campaign.
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Province restarts talks with optometrists ahead of possible stoppage of OHIP-covered procedures
Durham Radio News covers the latest developments in the Save Eye Care campaign.
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Corriere Canadese: Looming job action by Ontario optometrists may leave patients in the dark
Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks to Corriere Canadese about the need to keep up the pressure on the Ontario government to commit to formal negotiations before September 1st.
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NewsTalk610CKTB: Optometrists withdraw OHIP services starting September 1st
Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks to Tim Denis of NewsTalk610CKTB about the state of eye care in Ontario and what needs to happen to keep access to care sustainable and accessible.
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Optometrists to pull service in protest of OHIP inequities
The Fort Frances Times speaks to both Dr. Sheldon Salaba and Dr. Bruce Lidkea on the potential withdrawal from OHIP services, unless the Ontario government commits to a formal negotiation process.
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SuperLife: 安省验光师9月起拒服务！检查自费了？
SuperLife shares their interview with Dr. Sheldon Salaba on what's going on with the campaign.
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Ming Sheng Bao: 视光师协会指省府无意谈判(图)
Ming Sheng Bao shares their interview with Dr. Sheldon Salaba on what's going on with the campaign.
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Frotenac News Community Columns: Save Eye Care
The Save Eye Care campaign is mentioned in this community paper.
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Sing Tao: 稱安省醫保付費過低 驗光師9月起拒服務
Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks to Sing Tao on the Save Eye Care campaign.
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The future is blurry for some eye care patients, says Niagara optometrist
Dr. Richard Saari speaks on the Save Eye Care campaign.
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CBC Kitchener - Waterloo: Local politicians call on province to negotiate with optometrists before services are withdrawn
Some local politicians are calling on the Ontario government to negotiate with optometrists, who say they will withdraw OHIP services as of September 1 unless the province agrees to fund them.
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Rainy River Town Council Passes Motion Calling on Ontario Government to Save Eye Care
The town of Rainy River passed a motion calling on the Ontario Government to recognize the importance of access to quality eye care for Ontarians and to enter into formal negotiations with Ontario Optometrists.
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Go Northumberland: Optometrists Not Taking OHIP Patients as of September 1st
Go Northumberland covers the Save Eye Care campaign, and what's going on with optometrists as of September 1st.
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Schreiner calls on Ford and Elliott to clean up optometry mess
MPP Mike Schreiner released an official statement calling on the Ontario government to work with optometrists and save eye care.
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The Lindsay Advocate: Local optometrists say province has blinders on when it comes to funding eye care
OAO member Dr. Liana Cooper speaks to The Lindsay Advocate on the Save Eye Care campaign and the plea for the Ontario government to recognize the importance of eye care.
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Neighbours of Centrepointe and City View: Our Eyes Matter
Dr. Luz Murillo writes in to the Ottawa based magazine "Neighbours of Centrepointe and City View" to inform readers about the Save Eye Care campaign.
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The Record: Waterloo - Your eye care could be in danger
Columnist Luisa D'Amato writes in to The Record to discuss the Save Eye Care Campaign, and the challenges Ontario optometrists are facing.
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OMNI News: Focus Punjabi: Optometrists say OHIP-covered eye exams could end soon
OAO member Dr. Mandip Gill speaks to OMNI News: Focus Punjabi on what's going on with eye care in Ontario, and the need for public support and action from the Ontario government.
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Lake 88.1 In Focus - Dr. Sheldon Salaba
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks to Lake 88.1 on what is going on with the Save Eye Care campaign.
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Sault This Week: Optometrists ready to end OHIP service
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba and Dr. Krista Bruni speak to Sault This Week on the Save Eye Care campaign.
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CTV Windsor: Out of sight: Optometrists preparing for job action
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba and Dr. John Mastronardi speak to CTV Windsor about the eye care crisis in Ontario and the plea for government action.
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Toronto Star: This Matters Podcast - Why optometrists and the province aren't seeing eye to eye
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks to Raju Mudhur of This Matters Podcast, on the current eye care crisis in Ontario.
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Town of Oakville Passes Motion Calling on Ontario Government to Save Eye Care
Oakville Town Council passed a motion calling on the Ontario Government to recognize the importance of access to quality eye care for Ontarians, and to enter into formal negotiations with Ontario Optometrists.
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Zoomer Radio AM740: Dr. Sheldon Salaba of the OAO joins "The Morning Zoom"
Dr. Sheldon Salaba of the Ontario Association of Optometrists spoke with Sam Houston on “The Morning Zoom” to discuss the future of eye care in Ontario.
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Classical FM: Dr. Sheldon Salaba of the OAO joins "Classical Mornings with Mike and Jean"
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks to morning show hosts on Classical FM about the Save Eye Care campaign, and how the public can help.
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OMNI News: Focus: Cantonese 專訪: OHIP津貼眼科檢查可能九月開始停止
OAO member Dr. Albert Ng was interviewed in Cantonese by OMNI News on the Save Eye Care campaign.
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Newstalk 1290 CJBK: Save Eye Care seeks OHIP coverage for eye care
OAO Vice-President Dr. Josephine Pepe spoke to Morning Show hosts Ken and Loreena about the Save Eye Care Campaign and how the public can help.
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The Chatham Voice: Letter to the Editor: Eye exam coverage in jeopardy
A letter to the editor from a concerned citizen, calling on the Ontario government to make eye care a priority.
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Ottawa Citizen: Monaghan: Eye care in Ontario is under threat, unless the province steps up
OAO member Dr. Patrick Monaghan penned this op-ed on the state of eye care in Ontario, picked up by The Ottawa Citizen.
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Radio Canada: Les optométristes de l'Ontario veulent plus d'argent de la province
(FR) Dr. Stephanie Leroux speaks to Radio Canada on the Save Eye Care campaign.
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Global News Radio 640 Toronto: Ontario Association of Optometrists says time is running out on OHIP
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks to Global News Radio on the deadline for OHIP eye care, unless the government agrees to formal negotiations with optometrists.
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105.7 Strathroy Today: Saving Eye Care
OAO member Dr. John Mastronardi spoke to MYFM, 105.7 Strathroy Today, on the Save Eye Care campaign.
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CTV Ottawa: Ontario optometrists threaten to stop OHIP-covered eye exams in September
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba and former President Dr. Joshua Smith speak to CTV Ottawa on the Save Eye care campaign and the need for the government to commit to formal negotiations.
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Durham Radio News: Ontario optometrists to stop accepting OHIP patients September 1
OAO member Dr. Claudia Lee spoke to Durham Radio on the Ontario government continuing to undervalue the eye health of Ontarians.
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Peterborough Examiner: Opinion: Denying OHIP for eye tests is not a friendly move
A letter to the editor, addressing Doug Ford directly on his refusal to cooperate with optometrists and help #SaveEyeCare.
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Medium: Chronic underfunding of Optometry in Ontario - A crisis 30 years in the making
OAO member Dr. Patrick Monaghan pens a fantastic essay on the state of eye care in Ontario, and why it needs saving.
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CP24: Optometrists threaten to reject OHIP-covered eye exams, citing government underfunding
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba was interviewed about the Save Eye Care campaign, and the mounting pressure on the Ontario government to take action to work with optometrists after 30 years of neglect.
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C.A.R.P Webinar with OAO - Save Eye Care
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba and Dr. Stan Woo of University of Waterloo speak to C.A.R.P on the state of eye care in Ontario - including the Save Eye Care campaign.
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Optometrists warn they'll scrap OHIP covered eye exams without additional government support
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks to AM640: Global News Toronto on the dire need for action from the Ontario government to save eye care, and the continuous efforts from OAO to do so.
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Dr. Sheldon Salaba with John Moore: NewsTalk1010
OAO President speaks to NewsTalk 1010 on optometrists' plea: for help and a conversation with the Ontario Government to save eye care.
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'The Clock is ticking' warn Optometrists, who again threaten to stop OHIP-paid eye exams
680 News speaks to OAO President, Dr. Sheldon Salaba on Ontario optometrists asking the Ontario government to commit to formal, binding negotiations.
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680 News Business Report: Optometrists threaten to withhold services
680 News covers the Save Eye Care campaign in their Business Report, and ask the Minister of Health directly what she plans to do to address this funding crisis of 30+ years.
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Collingwood Today: Optometrists see red as province refuses to cover eye care costs
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks on the current status of the Save Eye Care campaign, and the urgency behind this issue - reinforcing the need for the government to resolve this decades long crisis.
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Bay Today: Optometrists see red as province refuses to cover eye care costs
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks on the current status of the Save Eye Care campaign, and the urgency behind this issue - reinforcing the need for the government to resolve this decades long crisis.
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Newmarket Today: Optometrists see red as province refuses to cover eye care costs
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks on the current status of the Save Eye Care campaign, and the urgency behind this issue - reinforcing the need for the government to resolve this decades long crisis.
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Bradford Today: Optometrists see red as province refuses to cover eye care costs
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks on the current status of the Save Eye Care campaign, and the urgency behind this issue - reinforcing the need for the government to resolve this decades long crisis.
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Orillia Matters: Optometrists see red as province refuses to cover eye care costs
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba spoke to Orillia Matters on the current status of the Save Eye Care campaign, and the urgency behind this issue - reinforcing the need for the government to resolve this decades long crisis.
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Government fails to negotiate agreement with optometrists
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba and OAO member Dr. Carla Eamon are featured in this article by The North Grenville Times discussing the Save Eye Care advocacy.
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Broadcast by The Rush with Ryan Doyle and Jay Michaels - NewsTalk 1010 – April 23 2021
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba discusses the urgency in the Save Eye Care Campaign with NewsTalk 1010 radio.
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Letter: Eye care inequity ignored by Ontario government
A reader submission to Chatham Daily News highlights the need for action from the Ontario Government to fix and protect eye care in Ontario.
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Ontario optometrists overwhelmingly vote to withdraw OHIP services unless Province covers costs
The Haldimand Press covers the latest updates in the Save Eye Care Campaign, including the announcement of withdrawal from OHIP.
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Ontario Optometrists Vote Overwhelmingly To Withdraw OHIP Services Starting September 1st
Zoomer Radio AM740 covers the latest updates in the Save Eye Care Campaign, including the announcement of withdrawal from OHIP.
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Optometrists Push For Better Deal
Country 105, Thunder Bay covers the latest updates in the Save Eye Care Campaign, including the announcement of withdrawal from OHIP.
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Dr. Sheldon Salaba - ON Point with Alex Pierson with Guest Host Arlene Bynon
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks to Global News Radio. on the latest developments in the Save Eye Care campaign.
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Optometrists Prepared to Withdraw OHIP Services
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks to 93.1 The Border discussing the potential for optometrists to withdraw OHIP services and the struggle to get government to work with OAO.
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iHeart radio: Dr. Sheldon Salaba, OAO President on the Tom McConnell Show
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks to Tom McConnell of iHeart Radio on the continued government neglect of optometry in Ontario.
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Ontario optometrists vote to stop OHIP-paid services unless province pays more
OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba speaks to CBC News on the lastest updates in the Save Eye Campaign, and the vote to withdraw OHIP services on September 1st.
2021
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Optical Prism Magazine Profile on Dr. Tracy Vo - July 2021
OAO member, Dr. Tracy Vo speaks to Optical Prism Magazine on her background and career path into optometry.
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Optical Prism Magazine Profile on Dr. Olga Savitska - April 2021
OAO member, Dr. Olga Savitska speaks to Optical Prism Magazine on her background and career path into optometry.
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Tips for feeling your best when working from home
Dr. Megan Van Alstine speaks to CTV Northern Ontario on ways to manage dryness or eye strain, headache and fatigued eyes, that’s being triggered from working from home and increased screen time.
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Is your child's eyesight getting worse? It could be due to online learning, experts say
Dr. Albert Ng and Dr. Debbie Jones speak to CBC News Toronto on screen time and myopia risk in children.
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Is blue light affecting your eye health?
Dr. Joe Hoja speaks to Global News Peterborough Morning Show on blue light lenses.
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How 'COVID myopia' may be harming children's eyesight
Children whose screen time soared during the COVID-19 pandemic could face longterm eye damage because of “COVID myopia,” eye experts are warning. Dr. Thomas Noel and Dr. Debbie Jones discuss this issue.
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Optical Prism Magazine Profile on Dr. Abby Jakob: March 2021 Issue
OAO member, Dr. Abby Jakob, discusses her background and path working as an optometrist.
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Optometrist spends retirement going back to work he loves
OAO member, Dr. Robert Lidkea, speaks to Yahoo News about being so passionate about optometry, he's continued to work through retirement.
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OAO President Talks Optometrists and Vaccines on NewsTalk 610CKTB
Dr. Sheldon Salaba spoke with Tom McConnell on NewsTalk 610CKTB about optometrists looking to administer COVID-19 vaccinations to support the government’s rollout.
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Optometrists ready to help vaccine delivery
OAO member Dr. Wes McCann and OAO President Dr. Sheldon Salaba appeared on CTV News London continuing the association's advocacy for optometrists to help with COVID-19 vaccine delivery across Ontario.
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'All hands on deck': Ont. optometrists want to help COVID-19 vaccination effort
OAO President, Dr. Sheldon Salaba, speaks with CTV Your Morning on on how giving optometrists authority to administer injections would allow for quick, easy access to the vaccine to a large portion of the population, including the province’s most vulnerable patients
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Learning At Home: Parents, optometrists concerned about long-lasting effects of increased screen time
OAO member, Dr. Richard Maharaj discusses possible effects of increased screen time on children's eyes during COVID-19 lockdowns.
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Optical Prism Magazine Profile on Dr. Jocelyn Leung: January 2021 Issue
OAO member, Dr. Jocelyn Leung, discusses her background and path working as an optometrist.
2020 Coverage
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Toronto Star: Befogged by glasses fog? Here’s some tips for mask wearing
OAO member, Dr. Wes McCann discusses tips for wearing glasses while wearing a mask during COVID-19.
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Optical Prism Magazine Profile on Dr. Alvin Yang
OAO member, Dr. Alvin Yang discusses his career journey as an optometrist.
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CTV Canadian Health and Family: Dr. Richard Maharaj on Dry Eye Disease
Dr. Richard Maharaj discusses dry eye management.
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Zoomer Radio: Fight Back with Libby Znaimer: Will Virtual Eye Care Become the Norm Post COVID-19?
OAO past president, Dr. Joshua Smith, joins Libby Znaimer to discuss what the future may hold for teleoptometry.
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Toronto Star: Is all this screen time damaging my eyes? (Yes. But here’s what to do).
OAO member, Dr. Ritesh Patel, discusses how to manage screen time and strain on our eyes.
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Zoomer Radio: Fight Back with Libby Znaimer: Eye Care in Ontario Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic
OAO president, Dr. Joshua Smith, discusses how the pandemic affects optometrists, and virtual care.
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Optical Prism Magazine Profile on Dr. Ritesh Patel – January 2020 Issue
OAO member, Dr. Ritesh Patel, discusses his career journey as an optometrist.
2019 Coverage
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You miss 100 per cent of the shots you can’t see – Bay Today – Feb. 17, 2019
In this op-ed, OAO member Dr. Gary Pearce explains the importance of eye health and optometry in the lives of athletes.
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Sunglasses do more than just make you look cool – Ottawa Citizen – Feb. 15, 2019
OAO member Dr. David Chisholm discusses the importance of sunglasses when driving.
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Prevent digital eye strain – Grey-Bruce Kids Magazine – Winter 2018/19
OAO member Dr. Kristen Robinson shares with readers the effects digital screens can have on a child’s vision and eye health.
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Low vision – Grey-Bruce Boomers Magazine – Winter 2018/19
OAO member Dr. Kristen Robinson explains how an optometrist can help prevent low vision. This article was also published in Huron-Perth Magazine.
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Ontario may let pharmacists prescribe treatments for minor issues like pink eye – CBC News Toronto – April 18, 2019
OAO President, Dr. Joshua Smith comments on the government’s plan to expand scope of practice for optometrist
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Is screen time to blame for dramatic rise in kids with dry eye? – CTV Your Morning – Apr 3, 2019
OAO member Dr. Joe Chan speaks about the risk of dry eye in children due to excessive screen time.
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Mike Alan interviews his dry eye doctor – 101.1 More FM – Apr 1, 2019
OAO member Dr. Richard Maharaj speak with his patient, radio host Mike Alan about his dry eye condition.
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Are You Experiencing Low Vision? Find Out The Signs and What You Can Do Today to Help – Classical FM – May 31, 2019
OAO member Dr. Juricic chats about low vision and the many ways optometrists can help patients.
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Get Your Eyes Tested by an Opera Singing Optometrist! – Zoomer Breakfast Radio – May 31, 2019
OAO member Dr. Alvin Yang talks about the types of things optometrists can uncover during an eye exam.
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The importance of eye checkups – Breakfast Television – May 29th, 2019
OAO member Dr. Mike Rotholz shares the importance of seeing your optometrist regularly for a comprehensive eye exam.
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This is what you need to know about computer vision syndrome – CTV Toronto Your Morning – May 29, 2019
OAO member Dr. Ritesh Patel highlights how Ontarians can protect their eyes from the effects of screens.
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It’s easy to book an eye exam, no more eye-scuses! – Newstalk 1290 – May 27, 2019
Dr. Wes McCann chats with NewsTalk 1290 about OAO’s recent study showing Millenials and Gen Xers are unaware of how easy it is to book and attend an eye exam with an optometrist.
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No More Eyescuses! Dr. Joseph Chan Tells Breakfast Radio Why Getting Your Eyes Checked is SO Important – Zoomer Breakfast Radio – May 22, 2019
OAO member Dr. Chan speaks about children’s vision, including the best time to book a child’s first appointment and the early warning signs that parents need to be aware of.
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Sunglasses are a lot more important than you think – CTV Toronto Your Morning – May 22, 2019
OAO member Dr. Ritesh Patel highlights how optometrists help Ontarians protect their eyes from the sun’s harmful UV rays.
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Eye exam uncovers brain tumor – CTV Ottawa Morning Live – May 21, 2019
OAO Vice-President, Dr. Thomas Noel demonstrates how optometrists can uncover signs of various health issues during an eye exam by sharing the story of one of his patients.
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Zoomer Radio Host Libby Znaimer Visits Dr. Ritesh Patel – Zoomer Week in Review – May 19, 2019
Libby Znaimer learns that there is more to healthy eyes than one might think, after an eye exam with OAO member Dr. Ritesh Patel.
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Screen Time, Dry Eyes, Clean Eyelids and Blue Lenses – Are you Taking Proper Care of Your Eyes? – Zoomer Breakfast Radio – May 17, 2019
OAO member Dr. Maharaj chats about dry eyes, screen time, and why people need to have their eyelids cleaned.
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Stop the Eyescuses and Book an Eye Exam – NewsWire – May 16, 2019
Featuring OAO President Dr. Joshua Smith, recent survey results find Ontario Millennials and Gen Xers are making “eyescuses” about why they don’t get their eyes check on a regular basis.
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The eyeball whisperer: Dr. Ritesh Patel on maintaining healthy eyes – Zoomer Breakfast Radio – May 8, 2019
OAO member Dr. Ritesh Patel appeared as a guest on Zoomer Radio to chat about eye health and the importance of visiting your optometrist.
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Why you should never buy sunglasses that don’t have this label
Dr. Mike Rotholz shares the importance of wearing UV protected sunglasses and what to look for when purchasing sunglasses for the family.
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In Studio with Natasha Mckenty – Summer Edition: Healthy Eyecare
OAO member Dr. Debbie Jones discusses eye health tips and her recent study on the increase in nearsightedness, particularly in children.
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Optical Prism Magazine Profile on OAO President – July 2019 Issue
OAO President, Dr. Joshua Smith, discusses his background and experience working in optometry at multiple levels.
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Good Vision and Overall Health are Vital For Learning – Breakfast Television – September 4, 2019
OAO members Dr. Shannon Fernandez and Dr. Deepak Malkani discuss the importance of eye exams as part of your “back to school” checklist.
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Eye Damage can be Scary Prospect at Halloween – October 25, 2019
OAO member, Dr. Christina Schropp, shares the serious effects Halloween cosmetic contact lenses can have on your eyes.
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Optical Prism Magazine Profile on Dr. Jessica Hall – October 2019 Issue
OAO member, Dr. Jessica Hall, discusses her background and career path in optometry.
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Optical Prism Magazine Profile on Dr. Corina Buettner- November 2019 Issue
OAO member, Dr. Corina Buettner, discusses her background and path working as an optometrist.
2018 Coverage
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The importance of eye care – Daytime Ottawa – Nov. 29, 2018
OAO Vice-President, Dr. Thomas speaks with Daytime Ottawa about the importance of optometry and comprehensive eye exams.
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Don’t take vision for granted – Toronto.com – Nov. 14, 2018
OAO member Dr. Ivy Koh explains how annual visits to an optometrist can help patients catch and treat many chronic diseases.
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Survey shows ‘alarmingly’ low use of optometrists – North Bay Nugget – Nov. 13, 2018
Featuring OAO President Dr. Joshua Smith and member Dr. Gary Pearce, recent survey results regarding optometry are discussed.
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Local optometrist says be careful if wearing cosmetic contact lenses this Halloween – Bay Today – Oct. 31, 2018
OAO member, Dr. Mike Cobean discusses the dangers of Halloween/cosmetic contact lenses.
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Le syndrome de l’oeil sec en hausse chez les jeunes Canadienne (Dry Eye Syndrome on the rise in young Canadians)
OAO member Dr. Mark Eltis speaks with CBC about the rise of Dry Eye Syndrome among young Canadians
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Extreme cost of diabetes: 2,000 amputations in Ontario a year – Ontario Today – May 23, 2018
OAO President, Dr. Joshua C. Smith details the importance of optometric preventative care for individuals with diabetes.
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Ontario medical professionals pressing province for fee hikes to cope with minimum wage – Globe and Mail – May 13, 2018
Health professionals, including optometrists seek fee increase due to higher costs, such as labour expenses.
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Zoomer Radio and Classical FM at Symposium and InfoMart – Zoomer Media – April 13 – 14, 2018
Zoomer Radio and Classical FM interviews OAO members at Symposium to educate listeners on the importance of eye health and comprehensive eye exams.
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Eye Week: OAO partners with TVOkids – TVO – April 1 – 7, 2018
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