3 Best Pediatric Optometrists in Winnipeg

“Dr. Nana Owusu holds degrees in Microbiology from the University of Alberta, Health Studies from McMaster University, and a Doctorate in Optometry from the Illinois College of Optometry (ICO). At ICO, he earned several awards, including the American Optometric Foundation Carl Zeiss Vision Fellowship and the Cribb Leadership & Service Award, while serving as student body president for three years. Dr. Owusu also worked as an adjunct clinical advisor for the ICO Externship Program at a contact lens clinic in Florida. He is a member of several professional organizations, including the Gold Key International Honor Society, the Manitoba Association of Optometrists, the Canadian Association of Optometrists, the Florida Optometric Association, and the American Optometric Association. Dr. Owusu was elected to the Illinois College of Optometry Board of Trustees and serves on the ICO Alumni Council and student mentorship program. Locally, he is the Vice-President of the Manitoba Association of Optometrists. He enjoys treating patients of all ages, with a focus on pediatric care and adults with systemic or eye diseases. Currently, he is practicing at Prairie Eye Care in Winnipeg. The clinic offers various optometric services, including comprehensive and pediatric eye exams, diabetic eye examinations, and visual field testing. Their optometrists speak multiple languages, including English, Cantonese, Polish, Ukrainian, Hindi, Bengali, and Punjabi, to better accommodate their patients.”

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“Dr. Luke Small graduated from the University of California, Berkeley School of Optometry in 2000 with a Doctorate of Optometry (OD). He completed clinical internships at Beijing Medical University in China, Vandenberg Air Force Base in California, and LaserVue Eye Associates in Florida. Dr. Small was president of the Tri-County Optometric Association and has experience in private, corporate, refractive surgery, and hospital-based optometry. He graduated as valedictorian from the French Immersion program at College Jeanne Sauvé in 1991. He graduated from the French Immersion program at College Jeanne Sauvé in 1991 and earned a BS in Environmental Science from Texas Christian University in 1995, where he received a swimming scholarship. He has been involved with Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity (VOSH), providing eye care in Peru, the Philippines, Ukraine, and Baja, Mexico. In 2012, he was named ‘Optometrist of the Year’ by Manitoba Optometrists for his work with the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB), Siloam Mission, and the Manitoba Association of Optometrists (MAO). He served on the CNIB board and its national Programs & Services Committee and helped establish an optometric clinic at Siloam Mission. Dr. Small is also a faculty member of Optomize and Jump Start, training other optometrists in dry eye treatment.”

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“Dr. Shannon Smith-Bodiroga is an optometrist in Winnipeg who provides comprehensive eye care. Originally from Winnipeg, she graduated with a Bachelor of Science from the University of Manitoba in 2002 and then studied at the Illinois College of Optometry in Chicago. Her clinical internships included work in pediatrics, low vision, contact lenses, and advanced eye care across various locations in the U.S. and Canada. After completing her studies, she returned to Winnipeg to practice. Dr. Smith-Bodiroga is a member of the Manitoba Association of Optometrists, the Canadian Association of Optometrists, and several honour societies. She also serves on the Children’s Vision Committee for the Manitoba Association of Optometrists. She has been recognized with the Exceptional Tutor Award and volunteers at the Siloam Mission optometric clinic and for athletes at the Special Olympics. Currently, she is practicing at See Eye Clinic. The clinic provides high-quality eye care and eyeglasses, the latest medical technology, and a handpicked, exquisite eyewear collection. Their team is highly trained, and their expertise helps patients make informed decisions.”

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