I grew up in Calgary and moved to Edmonton to attend the University of Alberta, where I obtained my Bachelor of Science in Pharmacology. I then moved to Forest Grove, Oregon, where I completed my Doctor of Optometry degree at Pacific University.
At Pacific University, I was president of the Optometric Honor Society Beta Sigma Kappa. I was also the recipient of the Carl Zeiss Vision Fellowship for Clinical Excellence and the American Academy of Optometrists Potential for Strong Leadership in Independent Practice awards.
During my fourth year at Pacific University, I was able to apply my knowledge during my clinical internships. I studied advanced contact lens fitting at the Moran Eye Center and focused on low vision and eye diseases at the Veterans Affairs Hospital. My favourite internship was at the Air Force base in Hawaii. I got to spend three months studying and enjoying the beaches in my spare time.
“Working with veterans, I gained a lot of valuable experience with patients living with low vision or various eye diseases. Helping people enjoy better visual acuity is something I find very satisfying.”
I moved to Grande Prairie shortly after graduating from Optometry in 2010. I always envisioned owning my own practice, and when the opportunity arose with Dr. Giles and Dr. Hunter in 2013, I jumped on it.
Outside the clinic, I spend my free time with my wife and daughter, Britton. I am also active in the community as well as a leader in Scouts Canada (where I’m currently a registrar), a Rotarian, and an executive for the Grande Prairie chapter of the Canadian Mental Health Association.
