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Exciting News: Kamloops Vision Therapy Joins Summit Eyecare Centre
By Dr. Tamsyn Sitler, O.D., FOVDRA
• December 5, 2025
We’re thrilled to share some wonderful news about the future of specialized vision care in Kamloops! Effective January 1, 2026, Kamloops Vision Therapy Optometry will be merging with Summit Eyecare Centre. Dr. Tamsyn Sitler, who many of you know for her exceptional work in vision therapy and functional vision care, will be continuing her practice… -
KVTO Wins Best of Kamloops 2024 in Optometry
By Dr. Tamsyn Sitler, O.D., FOVDRA
• October 20, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KVTO Honoured as Best Optometrist 2024 in Kamloops Kamloops, BC – The Kamloops Vision Therapy Optometry (KVTO) team is thrilled to announce receiving the prestigious title of Best Optometrist 2024 in Kamloops. This esteemed recognition from KamloopsNow’s “Best of Kamloops” awards highlights our unwavering dedication to providing exemplary eye care services to… -
Are Dry Eyes a Serious Concern? Quick Tips to Address Them Effectively
By Dr. Tamsyn Sitler, O.D., FOVDRA
• October 20, 2024
In the B.C. Interior, with its hot, dry, and dusty climate, combined with modern lifestyles dominated by screen time, dry eyes are a common issue. As an optometrist in Kamloops, we frequently diagnose and manage dry eye syndrome. This condition can severely impact your daily activities and overall eye health. Characterized by blurred vision, irritation,… -
Navigating the Road to Recovery: Understanding Vision Changes Post-Concussion
By Dr. Tamsyn Sitler, O.D., FOVDRA
• October 20, 2024
Concussions are a common form of traumatic brain injury, often resulting from falls, sports-related incidents, or motor vehicle accidents. While concussions are typically associated with symptoms such as headache, dizziness, balance issues, and cognitive impairment, they can also lead to significant ocular dysfunction and post-concussion vision problems that impact quality of life. In this blog… -
The 20-20-20 Rule: Protecting Your Vision in the Digital Age
By Dr. Tamsyn Sitler, O.D., FOVDRA
• October 20, 2024
In today’s digital world, our eyes are constantly exposed to screens on our digital devices—whether it’s smartphones, tablets, computers, or televisions. Prolonged screen time can lead to eye strain, blurry vision, and discomfort, often referred to as Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS). If you suffer from uncorrected vision issues, this strain can become even more pronounced…. -
Why is Visual Health Crucial To Get Right in Education at All Stages of Life
By Dr. Tamsyn Sitler, O.D., FOVDRA
• October 20, 2024
Are you concerned about your child’s academic performance? Have you noticed them struggling to read or keep up in class? If so, their vision might be the hidden culprit. Visual health is a critical, yet often overlooked, aspect of learning that affects students of all ages. From early childhood education to professional development, maintaining good… -
What is Vision Therapy & How It Works
By Dr. Tamsyn Sitler, O.D., FOVDRA
• October 20, 2024
For individuals facing vision-related challenges that cannot be fully addressed with glasses, contact lenses, or eye surgery alone, Vision Therapy offers a specialized and effective approach to improving visual skills and enhancing quality of life. Despite its growing recognition, many people remain unfamiliar with what vision therapy entails and how it can address binocular vision…
What Clients Have to Say.
Would definitely recommend, Quick and easy, and everyone there is very nice
Dr.Sitler is an excellent optometrist. She always explains in simple terms what is happening and is very personable. Would highly recommend her to all of my friends.
Dr Sitler takes the time to be really present to her clients. Her work is knowledgeable and thorough. Every one in the office is kind, and helpful to make sure questions are answered and needs taken care of.
Dr.Sitler is calm, efficient, personable and thorough. She saw my 5 year old daughter and myself. This was the best experience in an optometrist office I have ever had.
As someone who gets nervous, she was very calm and reassuring and made the whole appointment very easy and stress free. Would very much recommend to anyone!
We had a great experience from booking our appointments, to having a thorough, well explained eye exam and then the ease of payment when using our benefit plans. Highly recommend 😀
Punctual, caring, sensitive, knowledgeable! The go-to for my whole families' eye care needs.
Great visit. Felt everything was explained well to me. I had a 3 year old with me and no one seemed to mind that he came for my visit. Staff seemed great with children.
The office is a little tucked away and might be hard to find at first, but once you're in the staff is amazing! The receptionist his bright, cheery, and friendly. The atmosphere is highly professional, and Dr. Sitler is highly knowledgeable. She's diligent, concerned for her patients, and always does her best to help you. It's one of the best optometrist experiences I've had!
Love dr Sitler and her team, they’re all a delight to be around and very supportive!
Kamloops vision therapy is client centred, inclusive to the needs of the child. I appreciate their flexibility and strongly recommend their services.
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