Eye Physicians & Surgeons

Association Of Alberta

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EPSAA is here to support practicing ophthalmologists in Alberta by advocating for them and providing resources and information for the general public and government parties. We are a non-profit society that is committed to doing the best for our members and promoting the study of ophthalmology.

Covid-19 Update

It has been over a year into the COVID-19 pandemic and our Albertan Ophthalmologists are implementing systematic and evidence-based measures to ensure the safety of our patients, while maintaining the highest level of eye care. Our hospital-based Ophthalmology sites continue to run 365 days a year, providing emergency Ophthalmic clinical and surgical care. Our staff are working diligently to keep our patients safe, keeping in mind the necessity of our examinations for patients with eye disease. This includes added protectant guards for our slit lamps to prevent physician-patient infection transmission, modified clinical spaces to direct patient traffic more efficiently, and screening phone calls prior to in-person appointments. While navigating the difficulties we face in this global pandemic, our ophthalmologists are still providing necessary preventative and therapeutic surgical eye care, including cataracts, retinal surgery, strabismus surgery, glaucoma surgery, oculoplastics and orbital surgery, and more. EPSAA is committed to keeping Albertans up to date on how Ophthalmology practice is changing over the upcoming months.

MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT

Dr. Stephanie dotchin
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It is hard to believe that it has been over a year since COVID-19 made its entry in March. It has resulted in restrictions on the general public as well as acute overarching pressures on all medical professionals globally that continue today. Here in Alberta, medical personnel continue to face new demands as hospitals and ICUs filled throughout the year, threatening capacity and putting many elective procedures on hold. Now, with mass vaccinations underway, there is hope our lives will return to some degree of stability towards the end of summer.

Leaders are frequently asked to combine vision, mandate and authority. As ophthalmologists, EPSAA members are the authority on eye and vision care in Alberta. We understand all too well the importance of vision, and I hope our collective vision continues to drive us to serve Albertans well.

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MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

Wondering how to register and become a member with EPSAA? Contact our team today.

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FIND AN OPHTHALMOLOGIST

Are you looking for an ophthalmologist to refer your patients to? See our directory of ophthalmologists here.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Have questions? Here are some of the most frequently asked questions we receive.

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VISION & HEALTH

promoting great eye health

Taking care of your vision and eye health is essential. That's what ophthalmologists are here to help you do. It's important to know about common eye conditions, what to look out for, and know when to get your regular eye exams.  

EYE CONDITIONS

See our Frequently Asked Questions section where we explore some of the most common eye conditions.

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COMMON EYE CONDITIONS

what should I look out for?

Knowing what common eye conditions there are is a great way to keep your eye and vision health in shape. These are some of the most common eye conditions that ophthalmologists treat.

  • Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)
  • Cataract
  • Eyelid Disorders
  • Floaters
  • Dry Eye
  • Strabismus
  • Retinal Detachment/Tear
  • Macular Degeneration (AMD)
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Glaucoma
  • Uveitis
  • Ocular Trauma
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