Sandra Gillis-Kennedy

Sandra Gillis-Kennedy

Optometrist

207 First Ave East , Shelburne, Dufferin, L9V 3J9

Gender: Woman

(529) 925-3320

info@shelburneeyecare.ca

About

Dr. Sandra Gillis-Kennedy is an optometrist specializing in neuro-optometric rehabilitation and vision therapy for patients of all ages. She provides individualized treatment programs for learning-related vision problems, including difficulties with reading, eye tracking, visual processing, and attention that can interfere with academic performance. Dr. Gillis-Kennedy also works extensively with patients recovering from concussions and acquired brain injuries, helping improve visual comfort, balance, coordination, and daily functioning through neuro-optometric rehabilitation and vision therapy. In addition, she assesses and treats patients with Proprioceptive Dysfunction Syndrome (PDS), prescribing active prisms designed to improve spatial awareness, posture, sensory integration, and overall neurological function.

Expertise

Specialities

Adult Vision TherapyBinocular Vision / Eye Teaming TherapyDevelopmental Vision TherapyGeriatric Vision RehabilitationLearning-Related Vision TherapyNeuro-Optometric RehabilitationPediatric Vision TherapyPost-Concussion Vision RehabilitationSyntonics/ Optometric PhototherapyTraumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Vision RehabilitationVisual Perceptual Skills Training

Skill Set

Accommodative Dysfunction (Focusing Problems)Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)Blurred VisionConvergence InsufficiencyDepth Perception / Stereopsis DeficitsDivergence Excess / InsufficiencyDouble Vision (Diplopia)Eye Strain / Visual FatigueMotion SensitivityOculomotor DysfunctionReading and Learning Difficulties Related to VisionStrabismus (Eye Turn)Visual-Motor Integration ProblemsVisual Processing DisordersVisual Tracking Issues

Certifications

Certified Behavioral or Developmental OptometristNeuro-Optometric Rehabilitation SpecialistPractical Vision Therapy Accreditation ProgramVision Therapy for Learning Disabilities Certification

Treatment & Therapy Approaches

Balance and Coordination TrainingComputer-Based Vision TrainingHome Vision Therapy ProgramsIn-Office Vision TherapyPerceptual-Motor Integration ExercisesPrism LensesSyntonic Light TherapyVisual-Spatial Awareness Training

Licensing

Regulatory College / Licensing Body College of Optometrists of Ontario
License / Registration Number 92**
Province of Licensure Ontario
Year First Licensed 1992
License Status ✓ Good Standing

Education

Highest Level of Education Doctor Of Optometry
Institution University of Waterloo
Program / Field of Study Optometry
Year of Graduation 1992

Languages of Clinical Competence

English

Insurance & Payment

Direct-Billing InsuranceProvincial Health Insurance PlanCredit or Debit

Clinic Locations

Shelburne Primary EyeCare

207 First Ave East, Shelburne, Ontario L9V 3J9

www.shelburneeyecare.ca

♿ Wheelchair Accessible

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