Who are the primary staff members at Eye to Eye Optometry?

The core staff profiles include Dr. Christopher Woo, O.D. (founder and clinical lead), Dr. Theresa Taylor (optometrist), and Chelsea Shum (optical specialist), each known for their expertise and patient care.

How does Dr. Woo’s athletic background influence patient care?

Dr. Woo’s experience as a competitive athlete shapes his clinical approach, allowing him to tailor vision therapy and performance training for athletes, students, and concussion patients alike.

What sets Eye to Eye’s staff apart from other Calgary optometry clinics?

Our staff profiles emphasize advanced training, use of NASA-grade technology, and a strict focus on patient education and individualized care—contrasting with the high-volume model of chain clinics.

Are staff members specialized in concussion rehabilitation and sports vision?

Yes. Our staff has specialized expertise in neuro-visual rehabilitation, concussion symptom management, and sports vision training, serving both elite athletes and general patients across Calgary.

Staff Profiles | Eye to Eye Optometry

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Dr. Woo is the Optometrist of Eye to Eye Optometry and Vision Development. A born-and-raised Calgarian, he grew up playing hockey and was the goaltender for the first Edge School for Athletes hockey team. During his high school years, he was listed by the Olds Grizzlies and Brooks Bandits in the AJHL. After his hockey career, Dr. Woo completed his undergraduate degree in biological sciences at the University of Calgary and earned his Doctor of Optometry from the Rosenberg School of Optometry. He completed his rotations at the Audie Murphy Veterans Hospital, providing vision therapy and detecting retinal disease for USA veterans, and at Oklahoma Vision Therapy, specializing in children with reading disabilities. Dr. Woo enjoys spending time with his family and providing guidance to aspiring professional athletes and medical students.

Patients frequently cite Chelsea Shum as a cornerstone of our practice—her guidance in frame selection and digital lens education sets Eye to Eye apart from volume-driven chains. She is glue that holds Eye to Eye Optometry and Vision Development together. Born in Hong Kong, but had moved to Canada at a young age. She graduated from Sir Winston Churchill and then obtained her optician's degree from Northern Alberta Institute of Technology. To further enhance her foundation of optics, Chelsea then passed her NACOR examination in 2020 and now serves our clients as a licensed optician. Chelsea's hobbies include trying new restaurants, cooking and loving all animals.

Who are the primary staff members at Eye to Eye Optometry?
The core staff profiles include Dr. Christopher Woo, O.D. (founder and clinical lead), Dr. Theresa Taylor (optometrist), and Chelsea Shum (optical specialist), each known for their expertise and patient care.
How does Dr. Woo’s athletic background influence patient care?
Dr. Woo’s experience as a competitive athlete shapes his clinical approach, allowing him to tailor vision therapy and performance training for athletes, students, and concussion patients alike.
What sets Eye to Eye’s staff apart from other Calgary optometry clinics?
Our staff profiles emphasize advanced training, use of NASA-grade technology, and a strict focus on patient education and individualized care—contrasting with the high-volume model of chain clinics.
Are staff members specialized in concussion rehabilitation and sports vision?
Yes. Our staff has specialized expertise in neuro-visual rehabilitation, concussion symptom management, and sports vision training, serving both elite athletes and general patients across Calgary.