Dr. Rana Yassi earned her Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from the University of Waterloo in 2006. During her training, she worked with ophthalmologists at South Lake Hospital in Newmarket, Ontario. Since then, she has built a distinguished career as a dedicated and experienced optometrist in Newmarket and Woodbridge. With nearly two decades of clinical experience, Dr. Yassi is well-equipped to manage a wide range of vision and ocular health concerns. Known for her compassionate nature and patient-centered approach, she is committed to providing personalized and high-quality care, making her a trusted choice for individuals and families alike.
Our team also includes several well-trained, skilled, and compassionate associate optometrists who work tirelessly to provide our patients with quality eye care.
Dr. Kevin George OD
Woodbridge
Newmarket
Dr. Kevin George graduated from the Illinois College of Optometry in 2022. He has since gained diverse experience practicing in multiple clinical settings. During his education, he completed a clinical rotation at Chicago Cornea Consultants, where he developed a strong foundation in diagnosing and managing corneal diseases and treatments. He also had the opportunity to expand my expertise in pediatric eye care, with a focus on myopia control, moreover he rotated at a Veterans Affairs hospital in Detroit, where he was exposed and managed complex cases involving post-traumatic ocular conditions.
Dr. Hardeep Gill OD
Woodbridge
Newmarket
Dr. Hardeep Gill graduated from the University of Waterloo in 2024, where she completed both her Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences and Doctorate of Optometry. Dr. Gill spent the last four months of her final year in optometry school working closely alongside the President of the New Brunswick Association of Optometrists. She is fluent in many languages including English, Punjabi, Hindi, and Urdu. Dr. Gill is licensed by the Ontario College of Optometry and is a proud member of the Ontario Association of Optometry.
Dr. Gill is dedicated to helping patients make informed decisions about their eye health by thoroughly explaining the reasoning behind her recommendations and addressing any questions they may have.
Outside of work, Dr. Gill is an avid reader and enjoys traveling whenever she's away from the office!
Dr. Stephanie Nanfara OD
Woodbridge
Newmarket
Dr. Stephanie Nanfara is a dedicated optometrist who earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Waterloo in 2018. With a strong commitment to improving patients’ quality of life, she specializes in helping individuals achieve their best possible vision while providing comprehensive care for the diagnosis and management of eye diseases. Driven by compassion and a passion for ocular health, Dr. Nanfara combines clinical expertise with a patient-centered approach to ensure every individual receives personalized, attentive care.
Dr. Laura Talianu OD
Woodbridge
Dr. Laura Talianu graduated from the Illinois College of Optometry in 2011. Her areas of interest are myopia control and ocular diseases. In her spare time she enjoys hiking, traveling and spending time with her kids. Dr. Talianu is excited to provide quality eye care to new patients of all ages.
Dr. Sharon Walker OD
Newmarket
Dr. Sharon Walker graduated from the University of Waterloo School of Optometry in 2006. During her training, she worked with ophthalmologists at St. Joseph’s Health Care Centre in London, Ontario and over the years, she has worked in many different optometry practices across Ontario. She takes a special interest in giving back to the community and has been on a volunteer mission to Belize to perform eye exams for those in need. She is a mother to four boys and enjoys reading, writing and spending time with family and friends.