Dr. Valerie Dippel Optometrist
77 Water St. N. n2h5a6 Kitchener, ON, Canada

"Although there are many factors that can cause a fall, #vision loss is often the primary cause. Even the smallest change in a persons vision can increase the risk of a fall, especially in seniors." We are here to help. We can diagnose age-related #vision threatening conditions, so that appropriate steps can be taken to avoid falls or accidents. Learn more here: https://www.optom.on.ca//Optometrists_Play_a_Significant_R. ... #visionloss #accidentprevention #fallprevention #optometry #kwoptometrist

Did you know that children's eye exams are recommended annually? And covered by OHIP until age 20? Watch this video to learn more & send us a message if you have any questions! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oYyiv26g3SA&feature=youtu.be... #eyeexams #optometry #optometristkw #waterlooregion #kitchener #waterloo

New studies reveal significant risk of COVID-19 infection through tears and the conjunctiva (tissue that lines the inside of the eyelids). Contact lens wearers are advised to switch to glasses at this time if possible. If you choose to continue to wear contact lenses, please ensure thorough hand washing before insertion and after removal of your lenses as shown in the guide below: https://www.alcon.com/info-cl.... Learn more about the study here: https://www.scmp.com//university-hong-kong-study-finds-eye. #COVID19 #contactlenscare #fightthespread #optometry #optometrist #waterlooregion

In January and February 2020, Dr. Dippel took part in her 20th eye care mission to Guatemala with VOSH Ontario. In several small communities around Chiquimulilla, her team of 7 optometrists, 2 ophthalmologists and 3 assistants provided free eye exams, glasses, eyedrops, and surgeries. Check out some photos from her trips below! If you're interested in getting involved, Dr. Dippel's team is currently fundraising to replace some badly needed surgical equipment in communities li...ke Chiquimulilla. Please reach out for more info if you wish to donate to their eye missions! Learn more here: https://vosh.org/?lang=en. #VOSHOntario #VOSH #eyemissions #eyecare #optometry #optometrist

Find helpful information regarding proper #handwashing and contact lens care here: https://www.alcon.com/info-cl. #contactlens #contactlenscare #optometry

Important Message to Patients: As directed by the Government of Ontario and the College of Optometrists of Ontario, the office is closed for non-essential services until further notice. The office remains open Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm only for the following:... OCULAR EMERGENCIES- Staff are available to triage calls and emails. Walk-in appointments are not available. CONTACT LENSES/OCULAR VITAMINS/EYEDROPS- orders can be shipped FREE directly to you in most cases or pick-up can be arranged. SPECTACLE REPLACEMENT/REPAIR- orders can be shipped directly to you or pickup/drop off can be arranged. However, we are not available to do adjustments at this time. Contact us @ 519 578-5340 or by email: [email protected] On a personal note, many thanks to the patients who have donated PPE so that I may continue to be available for emergencies. Please keep safe and abide by the recommendations of government and health officials. I hope to see you soon, Dr. Valerie Dippel Find important information regarding proper #handwashing and contact lens care here: https://www.alcon.com/info-cl.