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January 29, 2007

From Dr. Kristin Heeney - Changes to OHIP coverage for eye care services

January 29th 2007 Posted to Optometry

Effective November 1, 2004

Routine eye exams, provided by either an optometrist or physician, for patients aged 20 to 64 are no longer covered by OHIP. These individuals will now pay for this service or have the cost of exams covered by private insurance.

Eye Care Services Covered by OHIP

Changes will not affect seniors or those under age 20. People 65 and older and under 20 will continue to have OHIP coverage for a routine eye exam once every 12 months.

Changes will not affect ophthalmology services for patients of any age with medical conditions or diseases affecting the eyes.

All persons receiving assistance under the Ontario Disability Support Program, Ontario Works or the Family Benefits Program will continue to receive coverage for routine eye exams once every two years.

Increased Coverage for People with Medical Conditions

OHIP is increasing coverage for patients aged 20 to 64 years with medical conditions affecting the eye.

Patients can receive a regular eye exam once every 12 months. Prior to November 1, 2004, eye exams were covered once every two years.

Patients with any of the following conditions can go directly to their optometrist or physician to receive an OHIP-insured eye exam:
- Diabetes mellitus
- Glaucoma
- Cataract
- Retinal disease
- Amblyopia
- Visual field defects
- Corneal disease
- Strabismus

Patients aged 20 to 64 who have conditions not listed above may also be covered for a regular eye exam. They should discuss this with their primary healthcare provider.

From Dr. Kristin Heeney - heeney.ca

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Posted on Optoblog - Optometrists That Give Other Optometrists a Bad Name

January 29th 2007 Posted to Optometry

A few list items for your consideration: Optometrists who fit one contact lens during the initial lens evaluation, but on the follow-up visit (if they even have one) write a prescription for 4 or 5 different contact lenses. If you don’t try them on their eyes, why even bother charging for an exam? Once […] Read more…

From Optoblog - www.optoblog.com

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January 26, 2007

From Dr. Kristin Heeney - Visors for Everyone

January 26th 2007 Posted to Optometry

, hockey players at all levels (minor, junior, recreational and professional) need to wear eye protection.

Your vision, what could be more important?

Dr. Heeney strongly supports Canadian Association of Optometrists in their efforts to make eye protection manadatory for hockey players.

For more information about eye protection solutions for all sports including hockey, football, basketball, skiing, racquet sports, please contact Dr. Heeney to make an appointment to find out what is available for you to protect your eyes and your vision.

January 25, 2007

Posted on Optoblog - Do Not Become an Optometrist

January 25th 2007 Posted to Optometry

I know there are many young people out there aspiring to become an optometrist. Maybe your sight was bad until one day, like magic, an optometrist outfitted you with glasses and contact lenses and voila’, you saw great. Maybe you think optometrists make a good living and your primary goal is to make […] Read more…

From Optoblog - www.optoblog.com

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January 22, 2007

From Dr. Kristin Heeney - Threat Number 4: Canadian Optometrists are Terrorists

January 22nd 2007 Posted to Optometry

with George Strombouloupolous to answer questions about Ontario optometrists being terrorists. Last week Ontario Minister of Health and Long-Term Care George Smitherman called Ontario optometrists “a bunch of terrorists, and I don’t negotiate with terrorists.” He apologized on Monday, November 7, but national and international news (and pseudo-news) media have picked up on the story.

The Colbert Report Threat Down identified Optometrists as the fourth biggest threat to national security.

Bears
NASCAR Romance Novels
Professional Musicians specially those at Radio City Music Hall
Canadian Optometrists
Pirates

Watch The Colbert Report clip QuickTime 5.5Mb

From Dr. Kristin Heeney - heeney.ca

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January 18, 2007

From Dr. Kristin Heeney - Splurge: Julie Nadalin from Iodine

January 18th 2007 Posted to Optometry

. Julia was featured wearing a great pair of shades from our office.

Iodine and Arsenic has herbal remedies and ointments, bath and shower gels in orange, and rosemary, lavender and lemongrass, facial cleansers and serums, aromatherapy and perfumes, plus leather bags and wallets. When you are down on Queen West, please stop in and say “hello” to Julie.

For fabulous sunglasses of your own, stop by 25 Brant Street and ask Tanya about what you should wear to the Film Festival.

From Dr. Kristin Heeney - heeney.ca

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January 15, 2007

From Dr. Kristin Heeney - We’re Growing and We NeedFound Help

January 15th 2007 Posted to Optometry

POSITION CLOSED. Thanks everyone who took the time to respond to this post. We had a bunch of passionate applicants. We found someone we feel is the best fit for our needs.

Receptionist/Optometric Assistant

We are looking for the right person to join our clinic. We focus on providing superior service to our patients. Attention to detail and communication is essential. Experience is preferred but we are willing to train the right individual who has an interest in health services and the optical industry.

Part time or full time opportunities exist. Benefits available.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reception and telephone handling
Scheduling patients on the computer
Responding to email inquiries
Preparing charts
Calling patients to confirm their appointments
Billing OHIP, third-parties and patients
Preliminary testing of patients
Advising patients on lens and frame selections
Ordering glasses and contact lenses
Repairing and adjusting eyeglasses
Training contact lens patients

Qualifications

Successful completion of at least a two-year post secondary certificate or diploma program or two years previous experience in an optometric/optical/medical/dental/chiropractic office.
Excellent verbal communication skills
Ability to demonstrate interpersonal skills and work in a team environment is required
Previous customer service or administration experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite or similar software

Please note only selected candidates will be contacted.

From Dr. Kristin Heeney - heeney.ca

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January 11, 2007

From Dr. Kristin Heeney - Special Effects Contact Lenses

January 11th 2007 Posted to Optometry

on Global News Hour on October 5, 2006.

From Dr. Kristin Heeney - heeney.ca

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From Contact Lenses Online Guide - Club listings

January 11th 2007 Posted to Contact Lenses

Club listingsSalisbury Post - Club entries will consist of the club’s name, brief purpose statement, date and time of meetings, a contact phone number and Ongoing projects: collecting eyeglasses, eyeglass cases, lenses, hearing aids and hearing aid batteries, and all computer Community Tax Centers Needs VolunteersAustin Chronicle - RECYCLING JOY Donate […] Read more…

From Contact Lenses Online Guide - www.contact-lenses-guidance.com

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January 7, 2007

From Dr. Kristin Heeney - Visors for Everyone

January 07th 2007 Posted to Optometry

, hockey players at all levels (minor, junior, recreational and professional) need to wear eye protection.

Your vision, what could be more important?

Dr. Heeney strongly supports Canadian Association of Optometrists in their efforts to make eye protection manadatory for hockey players.

For more information about eye protection solutions for all sports including hockey, football, basketball, skiing, racquet sports, please contact Dr. Heeney to make an appointment to find out what is available for you to protect your eyes and your vision.