Austin Heights Optometry Clinic
#117, 1001 Austin Avenue V3K 3N9 Coquitlam, BC, Canada

We are happy to announce that we have reopened our clinic for appointments, glasses purchases, repairs and contact lens ordering. The health and safety of our patients and customers are of utmost importance to us. Part of our reopening is ensuring our office follows the province’s new health regulations. These new policies are as follows: If you or anyone you have interacted with has shown symptoms of the COVID-19 virus, you must stay home and not come into our clinic... Masks must be worn at all times in the office (no exceptions) A maximum amount of 10 people in our clinic at one time (including staff), you may be asked to wait either outside or in your vehicle while we assist others Social distance of 2 metres should be kept when possible All instructions from our staff must be followed to ensure the health and safety of everyone in the office Our optical displays are closed to free browsing, a staff member must assist you when shopping for frames Frame repairs or adjustments are by appointment only We thank you all for your patience and understanding during this uncertain time, we are excited to be open again and look forward to seeing everyone soon!

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, our office is following the instructions of the provincial health officer to close for all patients except those requiring immediate care. Please call us at 604 936-2400 and leave a message if you are in need of emergency care. For those patients requiring contact lens refills, staff are available to place your order and arrange for direct shipment to your residence.... Please take care of yourself and those around you. We look forward to seeing you soon.

February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration (otherwise known as AMD); awareness month. Early stages of AMD are rarely symptomatic. However, signs can be detected during a regular eye exam with your Optometrist. We recommend yearly checkups to ensure optimal eye health and to monitor preexisting conditions. Schedule an appointment today!

Happy New Year everyone! It's officially 2020; let's make one of your new year's resolution of ensuring your ocular health and have the best vision possible by booking an appointment with your optometrist!

As another year passes by, we would like to thank all of our patients who have been with us since the beginning, as well as welcome all of our new patients to the clinic. We would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas, a magical holiday season and a happy New Year! We are grateful to be a part of your healthcare team and look forward to the years ahead. From all of us at Austin Heights Optometry Clinic

On Remembrance Day we take time to honor the soldiers who fought for us in the past and those who continue to fight for freedom. There are many events being held across the Lower Mainland - We invite you to join your fellow Canadians at your local Remembrance Day ceremony to show respect and support for our veterans.

November is Diabetes Awareness Month! Did you know that in some cases your regular eye examination can catch early signs of Diabetes? Book an appointment now with your eye care professional, it is not just your sight they are looking out for!

Whether you just got your first pair of glasses or you have been wearing them for years, its always a good idea to be sure that you are cleaning them the correct way. Here are a few Do's & Don't's of glasses care!

There are many nutrients that have proven to not only nourish your body, but also improve your eye health. Dr. Gary Heiting explains what those nutrients are, what they do for your eyes and how to make sure that they are in your diet.

With Halloween just around the corner, there are many types of makeup and accessories that can affect your eyes. Here are a few things to remember when choosing your costume!

You want your child to succeed at school; but did you know that 80% of their learning is visual? Help make sure that their school experience is the best it can be, and book your child's yearly exam today!

Did you know we recently started direct billing to most insurance companies? If you have coverage through the following companies, we can try to bill your invoice directly. Pacific Blue Cross Great West Life Sunlife Financial... Manulife Financial Industrial Alliance Chamber of Commerce Group Cowan Johnston Group Maximum Benefit Standard Life **Unfortunately we are unable to advise you of your coverage, as well as some policies do not allow direct billing.**

Has it been a few years since your last eye exam? You may think that because you haven't noticed a change in your vision, that you don't need to see your Optometrist. Here is why it is so important that your family stay up to date on their checkups. Schedule an appointment today!

Welcome to Austin Heights Optometry Clinic's official Facebook page! We are excited to make keeping up to date on your eye health easier than ever! We look forward to sharing with you eye care tips, educational links, new products, and the latest eye wear trends!