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Alex Yowakim, OD, M.Sc.
- Optometrist
- $110 - $158 per visit
Accepting new patients
Provider's hours
Sunday
Closed
Monday
8:00 am
-
5:30 pm
Tuesday
8:00 am
-
5:30 pm
Wednesday
8:00 am
-
5:30 pm
Thursday
8:00 am
-
5:30 pm
Friday
8:00 am
-
4:30 pm
Saturday
Closed
Description
Dr. Yowakim graduated with Dean’s Honours from the School of Optometry and Vision Science at the University of Waterloo. He received early acceptance into the program after only three years in undergraduate Health Sciences at the University of Ottawa, where he was awarded the Dean’s Award of Excellence. In his final year of studies, Dr. Yowakim completed an externship at the Tallahassee Veteran’s Affairs Hospital in Florida, where he worked alongside eye surgeons and managed ocular diseases including cataracts, diabetes, glaucoma, uveitis and macular degeneration.
Conditions
- Astigmatism
- Cataracts
- Colour blindness
- Computer vision syndrome
- Crossed eyes
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Double vision
- Droopy eye
- Dry eyes
- Eye floaters & flashes
- Farsightedness
- Glaucoma
- Lazy eye
- Macular degeneration
- Near-sightedness
- Strabismus
- Stye in eye
- Swollen eyes
- Vision loss
Services
- Contact lens assessment
- Contact lens fittings
- Dry eye assessment
- Dry eye therapy
- Eye exams
- Frame repair
- Glasses fitting
- Glaucoma test
- Laser vision correction assessment
- Refraction
- Retinal imaging
Clientele
- Adults (18+)
- Children (under 12)
- Pediatrics
- Seniors (65+)
- Teens (13-17)
Languages spoken
- English
Professional designations
- Doctor of Optometry (OD)
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Education
- University of Waterloo School of Optometry and Vision Science
Professional associations
- College of Optometrists of Ontario
- Canadian Association of Optometrists
Facility Information
St Lawrence Optometry (East)
Summary
Our clinics combine a tradition of personal patient-focused service with the latest technology. Our Optometrists offer the highest level of care. We offer contact lens services, diagnostic testing, and vision therapy in addition to family-friendly eye care. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff ensure you receive the care you deserve and expect. Our offices collectively operate a full-service optical lab where glasses are made on site. Both offices are also pleased to carry a large selection of frames and sunglasses, from designer frames to value packages, with products to suit every budget.
Business hours
Sunday
Closed
Monday
8:00 am
-
5:30 pm
Tuesday
8:00 am
-
5:30 pm
Wednesday
8:00 am
-
5:30 pm
Thursday
8:00 am
-
5:30 pm
Friday
8:00 am
-
4:30 pm
Saturday
Closed
Services & supplies
- Contact lens assessment
- Contact lens fittings
- Dry eye assessment
- Dry eye therapy
- Eye exams
- Frame repair
- Glasses fitting
- Glaucoma test
- Laser vision correction assessment
- Refraction
- Retinal imaging
Amenities
- Close to public transit
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible
