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How Long Does It Take to Heal From Cataract Surgery?

Posted on by Dr. Kam Dhiman
A closeup of a patient undergoing cataract surgery.

Cataract surgery is one of the most commonly performed surgical procedures globally, with millions of people undergoing the operation each year.
The surgery itself is safe, relatively pain-free, and quick. In just a few hours, patients are ready to head home to rest and focus on the healing process.
Healing from cataract surgery is faster than one may think. While full recovery can take anywhere between 3 to 10 weeks, in just a few days, individuals can experience gradual improvements in their vision. […]

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What Causes Astigmatism to Worsen?

Posted on by Dr. Kam Dhiman
A point-of-view of a person with astigmatism looking at blurry city lights.

Astigmatism is a common eye condition that causes blurred vision. It occurs when the cornea or lens of the eye is irregularly shaped, leading to an uneven focus of light onto the retina. This results in distorted images and difficulty seeing fine details. While astigmatism can affect people of all ages, it often develops during […]

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Protecting Your Eyes & Vision Is What We Do

Our clinic is fully equipped with modern technology used to manage eye conditions, such as macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataracts, diabetes, and retinal diseases. We’re ready to support your eye health.

When it comes to keeping your eyes safe at work, we value providing safety glasses that meet your needs. No matter your field of work, we can help give your eyes the protection they deserve.

Our Approach to Eye Health & Disease Management

Why Choose Us?

We have been serving Calgary families for decades.

Routine eye exams for children & seniors with a valid Alberta Health Care card are fully covered in our clinic.

We provide eye exams for children with disabilities & special needs.

We welcome emergency eye care patients. Visits are covered under Alberta Health Care.

Our expertise & knowledge always shine through.

We pride ourselves on providing full, comprehensive eye exams without hidden charges.

Our clinic can provide services in both Spanish & Punjabi in addition to English.

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Come Visit Us in Southeast Calgary

How to Find Us

Eyesis Eyecare is located in the Riverbend Shopping Centre on 18th Street SE, near the VCA Canada Riverbend Animal Hospital.

Our Clinic can accommodate wheelchair patients who can safely transfer themselves (or with their own assistant). We are unable to assist in transfers as we do not have a fully wheelchair equipped exam room/bathroom.

Where to park?

We are located in the Riverbend Shopping Centre, so there is plenty of parking available in front of the clinic. We look forward to welcoming you.

Our Address

  • #346, 8338 18 St.
  • SE Calgary, AB T2C4E4

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Hours of Operation

  • Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Sunday: Closed

*Closed daily from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on all weekdays

*Closed on all statutory holidays

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Our Blog

How Long Does It Take to Heal From Cataract Surgery?

Cataracts, Eye Care, Eye Disease, Eye Health
November 6, 2024
Dr. Kam Dhiman

What is Pupillary Distance?

Eye Care, Eyewear, Frames & Lenses
November 4, 2024
Dr. Kam Dhiman

How Often Should My Child Have an Eye Exam?

Children’s Eye Care, Eye Exams
August 26, 2024
Dr. Kam Dhiman
A closeup of a patient undergoing cataract surgery.

Cataract surgery is one of the most commonly performed surgical procedures globally, with millions of people undergoing the operation each year.
The surgery itself is safe, relatively pain-free, and quick. In just a few hours, patients are ready to head home to rest and focus on the healing process.
Healing from cataract surgery is faster than one may think. While full recovery can take anywhere between 3 to 10 weeks, in just a few days, individuals can experience gradual improvements in their vision. […]

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A young child happily enjoys wearing their glasses at the eye doctor.

Adjusting to a new pair of glasses takes time. However, if you’ve continuously experienced distorted vision and discomfort while wearing your glasses, this doesn’t necessarily mean there’s an error with the vision prescription. One area of optical care that people may overlook is their pupillary distance. 

The pupillary distance (PD) is a measurement taken by your optical team after your routine eye exam. It measures the distance between the centers of your pupils in each eye, confirming that the lenses in your glasses will align correctly with your eye’s focal point. […]

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A little girl smiling while an out-of-frame optometrist examines her eyes during an eye exam.

Your child’s vision is just as important as their overall health, and regular children’s eye exams are an easy way to stay on top of their eyesight. These exams aren’t just about checking their prescription—it’s about catching potential issues before they cause your child any inconvenience. You should be scheduling your child’s first eye exam […]

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