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 person’s 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