Putting Our Patients First
Welcome to Focus West Optometry! Since our founding in 1997, our team has been proud to serve the Calgary community and provide comprehensive eye care for the whole family. We offer a wide range of eye care services, including addressing dry eyes, an extensive optical boutique, and innovative technology to make your visit as efficient as possible.
Our team looks forward to welcoming you and your family to the Focus West Optometry family!
Book AppointmentOur Mission
The high road to service is travelled with integrity, compassion, and understanding. Our patients don’t care how much we know until they know how much we care.
Our mission is to always provide a high level of care with attention to detail, showing how much we value our patients. We strive to help you reach your vision goals!
Frequently Asked Questions
We want to help answer any questions or concerns you may have. Please don’t hesitate to call or send an email if you’re curious about something our FAQ doesn’t cover.
Do You Accept Walk-In Patients?
While appointments are always recommended, we are happy to accommodate emergency and walk-in patients at our Calgary office whenever possible.
Should I Wear My Contact Lenses to My Eye Exam?
We offer 2 types of eye exams: An eye examination, which should be scheduled every year or 2 to check for vision and eye health issues, and a contact lens examination, which determines how your eyes are reacting to the presence of contact lenses.
Contact lenses should be removed approximately 2 hours before your eye examination so that your eyes can return to their relaxed state. You should wear your contact lenses as usual if you have a contact lens exam.
How Often Should I Have My Eyes Examined?
It is important to have your eyes examined regularly throughout your lifetime, but patients of a certain age or those at a higher risk for eye diseases like glaucoma should have their eyes examined more frequently.
A good exam schedule to follow is:
- Every 2 to 4 years before the age of 40.
- Every 1 to 3 years between the ages of 40 to 54.
- Every 1 to 2 years between the ages of 55 to 64.
- Every 6 to 12 months, age 65 and up.
I Haven’t Noticed Any Vision Problems; Why Should I See the Doctor?
Some vision problems come on so gradually that we only know of changes once they have progressed. Early detection through regular and complete eye examinations performed by a licensed optometrist is the key to protecting your vision from damage caused by glaucoma and other issues.
Does Medical Insurance Cover My Eye Exam?
The Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) provides coverage for a yearly eye exam for kids under 19 and seniors over 65. Eye examinations for adults 20 to 64 years of age are not covered.
Do You Offer Direct Billing to My Insurance Company?
Focus West Optometry offers direct billing through Blue Cross only. Still, we are happy to submit a bill to other select companies on your behalf. Contact us for details.
Come Visit Us
Our Address
- 268 Stewart Green SW
- Calgary, AB T3H 3C8
Contact Information
- Phone: 403-217-3322
- Email: [email protected]
Hours of Operation
Hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
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What is iLux Dry Eye Treatment?
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Can Dry Eye Syndrome Lead To Blindness?
Dry eye syndrome is a common problem, and millions of people deal with this condition every day. It’s typically caused by a problem with your tear production and feels like the surface of your eye is burning, itching, and irritated. But many people wonder if dry eye can cause worse problems. Could dry eye syndrome […]
Do Blue Light Glasses Help with Headaches?
It’s hard to escape digital screens when we rely on them for much of our daily lives. From the moment we wake up to the moment we lay our heads to rest, we spend considerable time engaged with digital devices. While blue light from these screens has taken the blame for many vision-related issues, there […]
What is iLux Dry Eye Treatment?
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Focus West Optometry
- 268 Stewart Green SW
- Calgary, AB T3H 3C8
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P: 403-217-3322
[email protected]