Special feature
Optometry always keeps you on your toes
By David Goldberg
For Dr. Jay Mithani, the decision to become an
optometrist was so appealing because the occupation
is a culmination of some seriously fascinating stuff.
“There’s biology, physics, technology, the art of
refraction, the styling of eyewear and, of course, the
business side of things,” says Mithani, founder of Eyes
In the Glebe. “I wanted a challenging career that would
“I get to know my patients long-term - it’s not just
transactional,” he says. “Getting to know them enables
me to provide better care as I’m looking to improve their
visual health in all aspects of their life.”
Mithani has helped so many people since his career
began in 2013, but it was the fitting of a rigid gas
permeable lens on a keratoconus patient who had sub-
keep me on my toes at every moment.” par vision that he found most gratifying.
The mission of Mithani’s Ottawa-area clinic is to provide “They were amazed by their visual improvement and
unparalleled care with top-notch customer service
felt empowered to do great things in their career with
complemented by the industry’s premier technology. their vision now in order,” recalls Mithani.
And for the 34-year-old optometrist, providing the best And if there’s one vision care issue he’s most
care is about getting to know your patients very well.
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passionate about, it’s paediatric care.