Eye Exams in Edmonton
A Better Look at Your Vision and Eye Health.
A modern eye exam should do more than update your glasses prescription. At Helio, your comprehensive eye exam combines your vision assessment with advanced eye health imaging, including Optomap retinal imaging and OCT screening.
Eye Exam Cost: $134
Optomap Included | OCT Screening Included | Direct Billing Available | Updated Eyeglass Prescription
Conveniently located at 9516 149 Street NW in
West Edmonton.
See Clearly. Understand More.
Your eye exam isn't just about whether you can read the bottom line of an eye chart.
We evaluate how clearly and comfortably you see while also looking closely at the health of your eyes. Advanced imaging like optomap ultra widefield helps us detect and monitor changes that may not affect your vision yet, while your optometrist explains what we're seeing and what it means for you.
The goal is simple: leave seeing clearly and understanding your eye health.
Comprehensive Eye Exams
in Edmonton
Looking for a comprehensive eye exam in West Edmonton? At Helio Optometry, we provide thorough eye exams for adults at our clinic on 149 Street NW, conveniently located near Crestwood, Parkview, Laurier Heights and West Jasper Place.
Our $134 adult eye exam includes Optomap ultra-widefield retinal imaging, OCT screening, a complete assessment of your vision and eye health, and an updated eyeglass prescription.
We welcome new patients, offer direct insurance billing, free parking and convenient evening appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
A Modern Eye Exam.
Technology Helps Us See More.
Your eyes can look and feel completely normal while changes are developing beneath the surface.
That's why we've invested in advanced diagnostic technology. Optomap gives us an ultra-widefield view of the retina, while OCT allows us to examine detailed layers of the retina and optic nerve.
And we'll show you the images.
Yes, You Can Pay with Insurance!
We accept and can directly bill most major insurance providers, making it easy for you to use your benefits for frames, contacts, and eye exams. Just provide your info, and we’ll handle the rest
More Than Just a Prescription.
A comprehensive eye exam should tell you more than whether your glasses prescription has changed. At Helio, we assess how well you see, how comfortably your eyes are working, and the health of your eyes, using advanced imaging and diagnostic technology as part of your routine exam.
What’s Included In Your Eye Exam?
Optomap Imaging
Captures up to 82% of your retina in one image, helping detect early signs of eye disease.
OCT Imaging
Captures detailed cross-sectional images of your retina, helping detect early signs of glaucoma, macular degeneration and other retinal conditions.
Eye Pressure
Measures the pressure inside your eyes, helping identify elevated pressure and assess your risk of glaucoma.
Eye Health Exam
Carefully examines the health of your eyes, checking for signs of cataracts, glaucoma and other eye conditions.
Detailed Explanation
We take the time to explain your results, answer your questions and help you understand your eye health.
Treatment Plan
We develop a personalized plan to improve your vision, protect your eye health and address any concerns.
Clear, Comfortable Vision Starts
With the Right Prescription.
Your vision can change gradually over time, sometimes without you realizing it. An up-to-date eyeglass or contact lens prescription helps you see clearly and comfortably, while reducing unnecessary eye strain, blurred vision and headaches that can be associated with an outdated prescription.
At Helio, we carefully assess your vision during your eye exam to determine the prescription that gives you the clearest, most comfortable vision for how you use your eyes every day.
Eye Care From Doctors Who Take the Time to Explain.
Dr. Ross McKenzie
Dr. Matthew Sobolewski
Dr. Erica Lei
Our optometrists take the time to understand your concerns, explain your results and help you make informed decisions about your vision and eye health.
How to Prepare
for Your Eye Exam.
How to Get the Most Out of Your Visit
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Knowing your old prescription in your eyeglasses or sunglasses helps us to determine how much change your eyes are experiencing. This is important when managing some eye conditions.
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If you love or hate your contact lenses, bring your current boxes. This way we can ensure that we can keep you in what you like, or find something that will work better.
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Bring your insurance cards, government issued photo-Id like a drivers license, as well as your Alberta Health Care card. In order to provide services or bill your insurance, we need to be able to verify your identity.
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Many health conditions can affect your vision. Knowing your medications can help us to better monitor your eye health. Medications for conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, cholesterol, arthritis, asthma, autoimmune, anti-depressants, and allergies are only some of the conditions we monitor and treat.
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Most eye exams take about 20-30 minutes to complete, but can last up to 1-hour if we need to dilate your eyes and run additional tests. If new eyeglasses are prescribed we suggest you allow for another 30-minutes to find something that you love, as well as have our optical team take all the appropriate measurements to accurately fill your new prescription.
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Eye exams are important to your overall health. It’s generally recommended that you have an eye test annually. Your optometrist may recommend a longer interval, depending on your age and risk factors.
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Maybe. We don’t routinely dilate everyone, because we use optomap retinal photography which provides us with a 200-degree image of the inside of the eye. Certain medical like diabetes, cataracts, and glaucoma or vision conditions still require us to dilate your eyes. Your optometrist will notify you before instilling any eye drops.
Your Prescription Made Right.
Getting the Prescription Right Is Only the First Step.
We take a lot of care during your eye exam to determine the prescription that gives you your clearest, most comfortable vision. Your glasses should be made with that same level of care.
Our Licensed Opticians help you choose the right frame and lenses for your prescription, then take precise measurements to ensure your lenses are properly positioned in front of your eyes. From lens design and material to coatings, thickness and frame fit, every detail can influence how your finished glasses look, feel and perform.
And because we edge and finish many of our lenses right here in our onsite optical lab, we have greater control over accuracy and quality from your prescription to your finished pair.
A carefully determined prescription deserves to be made accurately.
We Deliver Eye Exams
Tailored to You.
Every patient has different questions about their vision and eye health. Here are answers to some of the most common questions we hear about comprehensive eye exams at Helio Optometry in Edmonton.
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Helio Optometry offers comprehensive adult eye exams at 9516 149 Street NW in Edmonton, conveniently located near Crestwood, Laurier Heights, Parkview and West Jasper Place. New patients are welcome, and appointments can be booked online at heliooptometry.ca/book-online.
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A comprehensive adult eye exam at Helio Optometry costs $134. This includes your vision assessment, Optomap ultra-widefield retinal imaging, OCT screening, an eye health examination and an updated eyeglass prescription. Additional diagnostic testing or treatment may involve separate fees.
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Helio Optometry includes OCT screening and Optomap retinal imaging in its comprehensive adult eye exams. These technologies help our optometrists examine retinal structures and identify changes that may require closer evaluation.
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Yes. Helio Optometry offers convenient online booking, allowing patients to choose an available appointment time and optometrist. Visit heliooptometry.ca/book-online to schedule your visit.
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No. Your comprehensive eye exam includes an updated eyeglass prescription, and you're welcome to purchase glasses wherever you prefer. If you choose Helio, our licensed opticians can help you select frames and lenses, with many eyeglasses finished in our onsite optical lab.
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A basic vision test measures how clearly you see, but a comprehensive eye exam looks much deeper. At Helio Optometry, we evaluate your prescription, eye pressure, retinal health and overall eye health. We also include Optomap ultra-widefield retinal imaging and OCT screening to help identify changes that may not affect your vision yet. Our goal is to help you see clearly today while protecting your eye health for the future.
Ready for Your Next Eye Exam?
Book Your Comprehensive Eye Exam at Helio Optometry in Edmonton.
Whether you're due for your annual eye exam or it's been a little longer, we're here to help you see clearly and keep your eyes healthy for years to come.
Conveniently located at 9516 149 Street NW in West Edmonton.
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