Top 2 Considerations when Choosing Your Burnaby Optometrist

Many of us in British Columbia are fortunate enough to be able to select our health care practitioners and this frequently means that we are spoiled for choice. While we’ll investigate company ratings and read reviews when purchasing items online, booking a hotel, or looking for a restaurant, we often don’t when selecting a Burnaby optometrist. So, if you’re looking for an ‘eye exam metrotown’ or an ‘eye doctor metrotown,‘ we’d like to make it easier for you to make an informed decision. 

At Real Eyes Optometry, we are all about patient-centric service, which includes meeting the needs of local residents like yourself who are scouring RateMDs, Google, and other websites for the best Burnaby optometrist.

Let’s introduce ourselves, walk you through our services, and show you why we might be the best Burnaby optometrist for you and your family.

At our core, we’re committed to being the best Burnaby optometry clinic by offering our patients compassionate and considerate care alongside the highest standards of optometric service, expertise, and clinical knowledge. Our dedication to our patients has been recognized with Small Business BC nominating us for the Community Impact Award 2021, and that’s just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to our team.

In a world where female role models were scarce, Dr. Amit Sahota, a dedicated Burnaby optometrist, charted her path in the field of optometry, determined to inspire and empower others. Though women now outnumber men in the optometry profession, it was a recent development that she embraced with unwavering tenacity.

Amit Sahota’s enterprising spirit and commitment to personalized patient care earned her well-deserved recognition, securing a nomination for the prestigious 31st annual RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award for 2023.

As a representative of Real Eyes Optometry, Dr. Amit Sahota is an exemplary example of someone who supports diversity, and inclusivity, and puts a patient’s well-being first. We are a business deeply rooted in the community and follow Dr. Sahota’s lead in continually pioneering initiatives that are transforming not just our workplace, but also the optometry industry at large. This year she was also named a top 5 finalist in this year’s Burnaby Business Excellence Awards in the “Person of the Year” category.

Dr. Sahota’s primary focus lies in crafting individualized visual skills improvement strategies, leveraging her passion for problem-solving and personalized treatment programs to transform her patients’ vision outcomes through a combination of cutting-edge technology and unparalleled expertise. 

• Education. Dr. Amit Sahota earned her Doctor of Optometry degree in 2015 from Pacific University in Oregon. 
• Specializations. Family Eye Care, Vision Therapy, and Dry Eye Management.
• Location. She is thrilled to be able to name the greater Vancouver area her new home after moving from Calgary, Alberta. 
• Mission. Her goal is for everyone of her patients to feel their vision and eye health needs are met in a comfortable and caring environment.

“I was referred to come visit Real Eyes Optometry as it was time to get my eyes checked. This is my first time here and I was welcomed by the friendly staff at the counter. Dr. Sahota conducted the eye examination and the entire process was smooth and she answered all the questions I had. I had many eye examinations from other optometrists and I would say this was one of the best, most thorough examinations I had. Dr. Sahota is highly knowledgeable, caring and patient. I highly recommend anyone to visit here for your next eye examination.”
— Edward Ko

In the heartwarming journey of Dr. Pati, Burnaby optometrist at Real Eyes Optometry, lies a tale of compassion and destiny. At the tender age of six, Shaun’s life was forever impacted when his mother suffered eye injuries from a car accident. Through countless visits to a local optometrist, Dr. Tony Wang, Shaun witnessed firsthand the transformative power of optometry in restoring his mother’s vision. 

This experience sparked a deep fascination for the science of sight and the healing potential of optometry. Driven by this passion, Shaun pursued his dreams, studying in the US and eventually becoming a Doctor of Optometry in 2015. Fate intervened when he serendipitously reconnected with Dr. Wang at a conference in Vancouver, leading to the acquisition of his practice and the birth of Real Eyes Optometry.

• Education. Dr. Shaun Pati earned his Doctor of Optometry degree in 2015 from Pacific University in Oregon.
• Specializations. Paediatric Care, Medical Optometry, and Contact Lenses.
• Awards. Named Top 3 Pediatric Optometrists in Burnaby 5 years in a row
• Location. Dr. Pati was born and raised in British Columbia and has always wanted to serve the place he calls home, Burnaby. 
• Mission. Providing a well-rounded, committed office to ensure that every patient feels comfortable during their visit and have their needs prioritized.

Check out our profile of excellence by Burnaby Now to learn more about why Dr. Shaun Pati aspired to be an optometrist.

“I am new to Burnaby and was due for my yearly eye checkup. I had an appointment with Dr. Pati. He is so kind, knowledgeable and took time to check completely all the tests. He also took time to check my kid as well. I am completely happy with Dr. Pati and definitely see and recommend my friends for any eye checkups.”

Our health can be in constant flux based on our age, medical history, and lifestyle. Which is why when it comes to maintaining optimal visual health, a comprehensive eye exam is just the start. 

Access to specialized Burnaby optometrist services can make all the difference in catering to the vision needs of all age groups and transforming lives through clear sight. Whether you require skilled pediatric eye care, innovative contact lens fittings, or personalized treatment for eye diseases, your health and vision needs unique treatments. 

Real Eye Optometry’s commitment to state-of-the-art technology for accurate diagnoses, personalized treatment plans, and more, covers all aspects of your eye health. Our services include:

As prevalent visual issues affecting a vast number of individuals, refractive errors impact over 150 million Americans. While refractive surgery offers a potential solution, there are various techniques available, making it crucial to consult a qualified Burnaby optometrist for a comprehensive evaluation. 

Your optometrist will carefully assess your health, medical history, lifestyle demands, and personal preferences before making a tailored recommendation that could include:

• Photorefractive Keratectomy. Laser-assisted surgery similar to LASIK.
• LASIK. Laser vision correction with corneal flap creation.
• Intraocular Lens Implant. A lens implant inside your eyes.

Vision therapy, like physiotherapy, is an individualized program that improves visual skills for patients with binocular vision dysfunctions, eye focusing disorders (accommodation), strabismus (eye turn), amblyopia (lazy eye), and certain visual processing disorders (visual perception). 

Radio frequency therapies, utilized for over 20 years in dermatology and cosmetic aesthetics, are a relatively unknown technological invention with both instant results and long-term advantages.

Real Eyes Optometry treats dry eye symptoms including burning, stinging, irritation, excessive watering, fluctuating vision, and difficulties wearing contact lenses, with radio frequency. Considering how common dry eye symptoms are among women, this is a significant technological advancement.

By this point, we hope our passion for helping patients has shone through. 

Our optometrists truly take the time to ensure that each patient knows every part of the eye exam, how their eyes operate, treatment choices available to them, and recommended maintenance advice and products to keep their eyes looking and feeling their best. Real Eyes Optometry is currently accepting new patients of all ages, including families, and we’d love for you to join our community.

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