At Nuvo Eye Centre, vision care goes beyond routine eye exams, offering a comprehensive, spa-like experience for patients of all ages. With locations in Orléans and downtown Ottawa, the clinic provides state-of-the-art medical care while ensuring a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. Among the center’s standout services is its Vision Therapy program, led by expert optometrists Dr. Francine Gauthier and Dr. Jonathan Wareham, designed to treat a variety of visual disorders in both children and adults.
Located at 170 Vanguard Dr. in Orléans and 156 Beechwood Ave. near Ottawa’s downtown, Nuvo Eye Centre combines cutting-edge medical solutions with compassionate, personalized care. This includes the clinic’s Vision Therapy, a specialized non-invasive treatment option for visual problems that affect daily activities such as reading, learning, and sports performance.
Described as “physical therapy for the eyes and brain,” Vision Therapy differs from traditional corrective lenses or surgery. It’s a targeted treatment that improves visual skills, addressing conditions like lazy eye, convergence insufficiency, and post-concussion vision issues. Dr. Gauthier explains, “While 20/20 vision may seem ideal, good visual acuity alone doesn’t guarantee effective vision. Many individuals struggle with focusing or tracking, which can hinder their daily activities despite having perfect vision.” The Vision Therapy program at Nuvo is designed to enhance visual processing through a series of customized exercises, retraining the brain to improve visual functions.
Dr. Gauthier, a seasoned optometrist with decades of experience, transitioned to optometry from a nursing background in 1988. With her recent training in Vision Therapy through the Optometric Extension Program Foundation, she has expanded Nuvo’s service offerings. Known for her dedication and positive attitude, Dr. Gauthier has made Vision Therapy a cornerstone of the clinic’s approach to eye care. “After just a few weeks of therapy, patients often report fewer headaches, less strain while performing visual tasks, and improved focus. The changes are most evident in children who gain confidence and perform better in daily activities,” says Dr. Gauthier.
Dr. Jonathan Wareham, a renowned leader in Vision Therapy and Rehabilitation, complements Dr. Gauthier’s expertise. With a background in Neuroscience and advanced training in visual dysfunction, Dr. Wareham is known for addressing complex cases with precision. As a founding board member of the Canadian Optometrists in Vision Therapy & Rehabilitation, his contributions have solidified Nuvo Eye Centre as a key destination for vision rehabilitation in Ottawa.
The Vision Therapy program at Nuvo utilizes tailored exercises, which can be performed in-clinic or remotely, to enhance the brain’s ability to process visual information. Over multiple sessions, patients experience significant improvements in their ability to read, focus, and even recover from brain injury-related visual dysfunction. For Dr. Gauthier, joining the Vision Therapy team at Nuvo was a personal decision, driven by her desire to help patients who, despite having normal visual acuity, struggled with unresolved visual issues. After completing the Optometric Extension Program (OEP) curriculum in 2022, she introduced Vision Therapy into the clinic’s offerings.
Together, Dr. Gauthier and Dr. Wareham, along with a dedicated team of therapists, are setting new standards for comprehensive eye care in Ottawa. Their innovative approach to Vision Therapy is not only helping patients see better but also empowering them to live better, enhancing the quality of life for individuals across the city.
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