Takahashi Optometry Centre, Partners of FYidoctors
Kamloops (British Columbia)
V2C 2C7
- Telephone: 250-372-7910
- Email: Kamloops.seymourstreet@fyidoctors.com
DUO-FORM Progressive Lens
Introducing new DUO-FORMTM Progressive Lenses
Welcome to a new era in eyewear. Our newest, most advanced lenses have changed the way we see not only lens technology, but life itself. These revolutionary progressive lenses are helping patients see their world at every distance with completely natural, comfortable and customized vision.
Contactless Curbside Pickup
We are taking many precautionary measures to prevent the transfer of COVID-19 to you and your loved ones.
As healthcare providers, we take the global concern about COVID-19 very seriously. We are doing whatever it takes to ensure that both your eye and overall health needs are attended to at this time. Social distancing should not compromise your ability to see clearly.
We are happy to now offer contactless curbside pickup at most of our locations. All you need to do is call the clinic upon arrival, and your product will be delivered to you outside in a tray or basket. All glasses and contact lenses are thoroughly cleaned and disinfected by a member of our team before being delivered, including frames, lenses, cases and boxes.
If you receive your glasses and they do not fit properly, please contact us by phone or email and we will do everything we can to address your concern. We will assess on a case-by-case basis whether it is safe to drop them off at the clinic, or if we will need to schedule an appointment once regular operations resume.
It is of utmost importance that you feel supported by FYidoctors throughout these unprecedented times. If you have any inquiries regarding your eye health, including prescription or eyewear needs, please know that we are here to answer them anytime by phone or email.
Safety Procedures
Trusted, comprehensive eye care in a safe clinic environment
As Doctors, we have always put our patients first. We value the trust you have given us by putting your health in our hands. That’s why we’ve created a nation-wide set of enhanced safety procedures to ensure your health, our health and the health of our communities.
Learn more about our new safety protocols here.
Made in Canada
Proudly supporting Canadians from coast to coast.
FYidoctors was founded on the idea that our fellow Canadians deserve to see their very best, with access to the highest in quality care and the most advanced eye care technology. We’ve grown from a small handful of doctors in Western Canada to a national brand of over 250 clinics. We owe that success to our relentless drive to put our patients’ vision first, invest in Canadian technology, support Canadian people and engage with our communities.
Our 500+ doctors and 2800+ team members all live and work in Canada, including at our very own lens manufacturing lab in Delta, BC, where we produce and ship the most technologically advanced digital Internal Freeform lenses for patients across the country. The ability not only to help Canadians see life at its best, but to provide them with rewarding career opportunities too, motivates us every day.
As we continue to grow, our roots will always be firmly planted in Canadian soil. And we think that’s something to be incredibly proud of.
Our core mission is to provide the highest-quality eye care to our patients. You and your family’s visual needs are our top priority and it shows in everything we do. We are passionate about using current examination techniques and technology to provide complete eye care services, including:
- Comprehensive eye examinations
- Children’s and Senior’s eye examinations
- Digital retinal scan analysis and photography
- Contact lens fittings
- Surgical co-management
- Management of ocular disease conditions
- Extensive optical dispensary
- On-site lab for same-day service on many prescriptions
Meet Our Optometrists
Edward T. Takahashi
Edward T. Takahashi
Dr. Edward Takahashi earned his BSc from the University of Victoria in 1986 and Doctor of Optometry from Oregon’s Pacific University in 1989. He completed his preceptorship at Hickam Airforce Base in Hawaii.
He’s a member of the American Optometric Association (AOA) and recipient of the Irvin M. Borish award for his comparative study of the Goldmann Applanation Tonometer. He has also been recognized by the London Eye Centre for his dedication to laser refractive surgery patient care. As clinic director, Dr. Takahashi is happy and able to provide care in both English and Spanish.
He has spoken to the local diabetes foundation on the ocular manifestations of diabetes, the Rotary club, and volunteered as an on-call optometrist for the Canada Games, World Junior Hockey Championships and Western Canada Games. He has also mentored optometry students in the Kamloops area.
Outside of optometry, Dr. Takahashi’s interests include fishing, camping, automobiles, gardening, travelling, world cuisine, and caring for his koi pond.
Donald Sanford
Donald Sanford
Dr. Donald Sanford holds a Doctor of Optometry from the Pacific University in Oregon and has been practicing since 1981. In 2012, he relocated from Washington State to join Takahashi Optometry Centre, Partners of FYidoctors, bringing with him a wealth of knowledge gained by practicing at a variety of settings over the years. He’s able to conduct examinations in English and Spanish and enjoys providing care to both new and long-term patients.
Simone Sitar
Simone Sitar
Dr. Simone Sitar grew up in Hamilton, Ontario and received her Honors Bachelor of Science studying Life Sciences and Biology at McMaster University. She then went on to complete her Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Waterloo, with a Dean’s Honors List distinction. Dr. Sitar was the co-founder of the School of Optometry’s Contact Lens Club. She also traveled to Haiti as a member of an eye care team and gained valuable experience in providing primary optometric care to communities in need.
While in school, Dr. Sitar worked alongside ophthalmologists at Parkland Hospital in Dallas, Texas, where she provided comprehensive dilated eye exams and problem-specific care for patients with a wide range of ocular diseases. Dr. Sitar enjoys providing eye care for people of all ages ranging from young children to older adults. Her special interests include dry eye management and myopia control. Dr. Sitar is a proud member of the BC Doctors of Optometry Association and is passionate about providing the best possible eye care to the community.
In her free time, Simone can be found on the ski slopes, mountain biking, or enjoying some back country camping with her husband.
