Your Eye Doctors in Orangeville, ON
At Orangeville Vision Development Centre, our dedicated staff is committed to providing exceptional eye care with the utmost respect and attentiveness. We stay at the forefront of our field by utilizing the latest technology and techniques. With a patient-centric approach, we prioritize your well-being and strive to deliver personalized solutions. Experience the difference our knowledgeable team can make to your quality of life as we harness innovation to enhance your vision and overall eye health.
Meet Dr. Patel, Dr. Dhami And The Orangeville Vision Development Centre Team
We believe in fostering a partnership with our patients by prioritizing active listening and ensuring we understand your concerns and questions. Your eye care journey is a collaborative effort where we work together to achieve optimal results. Trust us to provide personalized care tailored to your needs and goals.
Our Orangeville Optometrists
Dr. Patel received his first pair of glasses when he was 9 years old, and that is when he realized how clear the world is. Since then, he has developed a keen interest in vision care and has made it his mission to help patients see their absolute best.
Dr. Patel completed his Bachelor of Science degree with distinction at the University of Western Ontario and then went to the University of Waterloo to complete his Doctor of Optometry degree with distinction.
During his first year of optometry school, Dr. Patel was introduced to vision therapy when he was working as an optometric student at a vision development center. He learned about and saw how vision therapy transformed patients' lives. Dr. Patel started doing vision therapy exercises on himself and noticed a significant improvement in his visual skills, attention, and visual memory.
During his clinical externships and training, Dr. Patel worked with patients suffering from traumatic brain injuries (concussions), learning difficulties, strabismus, and amblyopia. He participated in and organized several sport vision seminars and vision screenings for athletes. He played a key role in organizing the Special Olympics vision screenings. He has been mentored by the leading experts in Canadian vision rehabilitation.
Dr Patel has expanded and continues enhancing his clinical knowledge and expertise by taking continuing education courses, particularly in vision therapy, traumatic brain injury management, syntonics, and sports vision. He has attended several conferences and courses offered by the Canadian Optometrists in Vision Therapy and Rehabilitation (COVT&R), Optometric Extension Program Foundation (OEPF), International Sports Vision Association (ISVA), and College of Vision Development. Dr. Patel recently completed the 100 hours Advanced Vision Therapy Seminar Series by Dr. Sanet in San Diego California
Along with enhancing his clinical expertise, Dr. Patel has held various leadership and volunteer roles. He was the President of the Canadian Association of Optometry Students, Vice President of the Sports Vision club, and the very first Student Councillor of the Canadian Association of Optometrists. He is currently on the Science and Research Committee with Vision Therapy Canada.
Dr. Patel has participated in two eye care mission trips in Ecuador and Jamaica, where he provided eye care services to over 10,000 patients.
Dr Patel owns and operates two full-scope private practices located in Orangeville and Brampton Dr. Patel is a member of the Canadian Association of Optometrists, Ontario Association of Optometrists, Canadian Optometrists in Vision Therapy and Rehabilitation (COVT&R), International Sports Vision Association (ISVA), and Optometric Extension Program Foundation (OEPF).
Dr. Patel currently accepts patients of all ages and looks forward to seeing you. Dr. Patel is fluent in English, Gujarati, & Hindi. He is able to communicate in Swahili but working on becoming fluent.
Dr. Preet Dhami is a residency trained optometrist who completed her Honours Bachelor of Science degree at McMaster University. She then went on to receive her Doctor of Optometry degree at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. She completed her residency in Primary Care & Ocular Disease at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in Philadelphia.
Dr. Dhami completed one of her externship rotations at BostonSight, a speciality contact lens clinic where she managed severe anterior segment disease and corneal conditions like keratoconus with scleral lenses. She also trained at the Veterans Affair Hospital in San Antonio where she managed acute ocular emergencies, ocular disease like glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy and managed patients with concussions and traumatic brain injuries. She has a special interest in specialty contact lenses, dry eye and ocular disease.
Dr. Dhami continues to enhance her clinical knowledge and commitment to lifelong learning by attending continuing education courses and by recently receiving her fellowship in the American Academy of Optometry. She is a member of the Canadian Association of Optometrists, Ontario Association of Optometrists and the American Academy of Optometry.
In her free time, Dr Dhami enjoys baking, reading and working out. Dr. Dhami is fluent in English, Punjabi, Hindi & Urdu.
Amandeep’s diverse background and experience make her a valuable part of our team. She is trained as a Nurse, Early Child Educator, and Personal Support Worker. She has worked in the eyecare industry since January 2019 and is really enjoying it.
Amandeep has a special focus on vision training, clinic management, frame styling, contact lens training, and pretesting. She strives to do her best on a daily basis and ensure that all patient needs are met.
In her spare time, she loves to spend time with her family and the outdoors.
In 2006, Leanne began her career in the field of optometry. Graduating from Centennial College as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, Leanne worked alongside Ontario’s best ophthalmologists, assisting with Lasik and cataract surgeries. With the experience she acquired, Leanne was able to make an easy transition into the world of Vision Therapy.
Leanne has successfully completed the clinical curriculum of the Optometric Extension Program Foundation (OEPF) and is a member of the College of Syntonic Optometry.
She completed the Practical Vision Therapy Accreditation Program (PVTAP) in the summer of 2018 and is a proud member of Vision Therapy Canada.
Leanne dedicates her free time to instructing PVTAP workshops and mentoring up & coming Canadian vision therapists.
In April 2020, Leanne was selected as the newest member of the Vision Therapist Committee and was nominated for the ‘Vision Therapist of the Year’ award. Leanne continues to expand her knowledge of vision development by attending continuing education courses yearly.
Leanne has almost 10 years of experience as a vision therapist in Canada and Australia. In that time she has helped rehabilitate countless patients with visual difficulties following a concussion/acquired brain injury and takes great pride in working with kids who are struggling in the classroom due to learning-related vision problems and patients with strabismus & amblyopia.
Leanne’s involvement with Vision Therapy Canada has allowed her to meet other amazing therapists and optometrists who share her affliction for vision therapy and every opportunity has furthered her growth. Through years of experience in the areas of visual health, visual development, and rehabilitation, Leanne has helped countless patients resolve their visual problems and looks forward to working with many more to come.
Cheryl joined the OVDC team in 2022 and is a vital team member. She is the face of our primary care clinic. Cheryl specializes in all administrative, presenting, and optical duties. Cheryl has over 10+ years of experience in retail and in optometry settings.
In her free time, Cheryl is very active in the community helping out with small business markets, volunteering at youth rehab centers, and staying up to date with local small businesses in the area.
She also enjoys painting reading, and spending time with her family and friends
