Whitby Family Eye Care, Dr.Leslie Fitzgerald & Associates
25 Thickson Rd Whitby ON L1N 8W8 (905) 728-7017
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Whitby, ON
(905) 728-7017

Do Contact Lenses Expire?

A young man looking into a mirror while he uses his left hand to put a contact lens in his left eye

Contact lenses have revolutionized the way people see the world. You no longer need to rely entirely on glasses—instead, you can have clear, comfortable vision readily available at any time. Disposable contact lenses have plenty of benefits, but with all the convenience, many people wonder: do contact lenses expire? Every pair of contact lenses has […]

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How Much Do Eye Exams Cost?

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Regular eye exams are an essential part of maintaining the health of your eyes. Your Optometrist is the health care professional who is trained to examine your eye health and your vision in full. This includes early detection of any vision-threatening problems that may be developing and making sure you are seeing your best with […]

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Is Glaucoma Hereditary?

Close-up of a senior man smiling and looking into a piece of optometry equipment as his optometrist performs an eye exam

There are many traits that your parents may have passed down to you, such as their brown hair and double-jointed fingers or their knack for learning a musical instrument, but could you also inherit their eye diseases?  While there are many eye diseases and many different forms an eye disease can take, there are hereditary […]

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How Long Does Eye Strain Last?

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In our modern digital world, people spend more and more time using technology for business and pleasure, resulting in hours of screen time. Unfortunately, this also means more people are experiencing digital eye strain. And though technology isn’t the only culprit of eye strain, it is a major cause.  But how long can eye strain […]

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Can You Sunburn Your Eyes?

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Yes, you can get a sunburn on your eyes. Your eyes are very susceptible to sun damage, and when the surface of your eyes becomes damaged by ultraviolet (UV) rays, you can develop a condition called photokeratitis, The surface of your eyes, the cornea, has the highest density of pain receptors in your entire body, […]

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Visit Our Practice

Whitby Family Eye Care is at the north east corner of Thickson Rd & Hwy 2, in the KFC plaza.

Address

25 Thickson Rd North
Whitby, ON, L1N 8W8

Contact Information

Phone: (905) 728-7017
Fax: (905) 728-0865

Hours

If you have an emergency, please visit your nearest emergency department or health care physician.

Monday: 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday: 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday: 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday: 8:00AM - 6:00PM
Friday: 9:00AM - 2:00PM
Saturday: By Appointment Only
Sunday: Closed
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