Dr. Nadine Solaka is a co-founder and lead optometrist at Avalon Eye Care in Vaughan, bringing a rare combination of clinical excellence, advanced academic training, and a genuine passion for patient-centred eye care to every appointment.
Dr. Solaka holds a Doctor of Optometry degree alongside a Master of Science (MSc) — an advanced research degree that sets her apart from most optometrists in Vaughan. Her graduate research focused on vision science and ocular health, giving her a depth of diagnostic knowledge that directly benefits her patients.
She completed her clinical training at some of North America's most prestigious healthcare institutions, including:
This Boston-area training exposed Dr. Solaka to a breadth of ocular conditions and patient populations that significantly exceeds typical optometric training — directly benefiting Avalon Eye Care patients in Vaughan.
Dr. Solaka has extensive experience in pre-operative evaluations and post-surgical care for patients pursuing laser vision correction. She provides all follow-up care locally in Vaughan so patients don't have to travel downtown.
Trained at a medical centre level, Dr. Solaka is experienced in the diagnosis and management of glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, and other sight-threatening conditions.
Dr. Solaka conducts thorough comprehensive eye exams for patients of all ages — adults, seniors, and children — with meticulous attention to eye health, not just vision correction.
As a co-founder of Avalon Eye Care, Dr. Solaka has shaped the clinic's commitment to advanced diagnostics, continuing education, and a warm, unhurried patient experience that Vaughan and Woodbridge patients have trusted since the clinic opened.
Dr. Solaka is a member of the Ontario Association of Optometrists (OAO) and the Canadian Association of Optometrists (CAO). She is committed to ongoing professional development and regularly attends continuing education conferences to bring the latest advances in optometric care to her Vaughan patients.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Solaka is passionate about community health and education. She is known among her patients for taking the time to explain findings clearly, answering questions thoroughly, and ensuring every patient leaves understanding their eye health.
Dr. Solaka sees patients at Avalon Eye Care, 200 Whitmore Rd, Unit 15, Woodbridge (Vaughan), ON. OHIP-covered eye exams for children 19 and under and seniors 65+.
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