Doctors at this Location
Dr. Linda Jackson
Dr. Linda Jackson is a graduate of Concordia University (Loyola College) in Montreal, where she received her degree Bachelor of Science, Biology-Chemistry with distinction, and her Optometry degree from University of Montreal. She has 8 years of post-secondary education. She also attended Pacific University in Oregon for Diagnostic, and Therapeutic Pharmaceutical certification. She practiced in Montreal for 2 years "in an optometric practice and at an ophthalmology clinic. She moved to Calgary and started at Calgary Optometry Centre in 1979. She continues to attend courses and conferences across North America.
The most rewarding parts of practice for Dr. Jackson are the long term relationships with her patients, relationships with other health care professionals involved in ocular disease treatment, and working with her competent and friendly staff. Dr. Jackson has a special interest in ocular disease treatment and management, patient education, pediatric optometry, and contact lenses.
Dr. Jackson has been actively involved with the community, volunteering in her children's schools for over 15 years, and volunteering in community soccer and hockey for 20 years, including 5 years as Registrar for Crowfoot Minor Hockey Association. She likes to spend time with her large extended family, and especially her 2 sons and 2 daughters, who are in the fields of engineering, architecture, psychology and business. She is very active in outdoor pursuits, especially snowshoeing, skiing, kayaking, camping and hiking. She enjoys playing piano, has a passion for gardening, and travelling. She is an avid hockey fan. Dr. Jackson is fluent in French, and has been active with the Calgary Lithuanian Association.
Dr. Edward Jang
Dr. Edward Jang joined Calgary Optometry Centre in 1988, after graduating from the University of Waterloo School of Optometry. Born and raised in Calgary, he knew there was no other place he would rather live and work as an optometrist.
Dr. Jang very much values the relationships he has developed with his patients and takes great pride in being the "keeper" of his patients' vision and eye health. He enjoys all facets of his work, from pediatrics to implementing the latest in contact lens technology. If necessary, Dr. Jang can conduct an eye examination for Cantonese and Toy Shan speaking patients.
Outside the office, Edward stays connected to the profession by volunteering annually to do eye exams for the Calgary Urban Project Society (CUPS) and served on Alberta College of Optometry committees. He enjoys spending time with his wife and two children and playing golf.
Dr Jeff Smith
Dr. Jeff Smith grew up in Ontario and graduated from the University of Waterloo with a Bachelor of Science specializing in Biomedical Science, and a Doctor of Optometry. He interned with the Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center in Mesa, AZ, which contributed to his interest in ocular disease. He developed proficiency in early detection of conditions such as glaucoma and those involving the retina such as diabetes and hypertension among others. He was also involved in surgical preparation and observed operations like cataract removal, laser eye surgery, repairing retinal detachments, and administering injections for eyes with macular degeneration.
He moved to Calgary in 2008 and is enjoying the area's great outdoor activities. He has completed specialty training in contact lenses and his professional interests include specialty contact lens fitting, ocular disease in association with systemic health including the effects of diabetes, hypertension, etc.
Dr. Jeff Smith begins seeing patients for routine eye exams beginning at 6 months of age and continues to ensure that their visual needs are met and ocular health is preserved with regular eye exams into one's later years. He enjoys working with patients of all (and any) ages.
Jeff partipates in community activities including refereeing recreational soccer.
Serving These Communities
Our North Calgary eye clinic location serves these communities:
Beddington, Brentwood, Briar Hill, Charleswood, Cinnamon Hills, Collingwood, Country Hills, Coventry Hills, Crowchild Ranch, Dalhousie, Edgemont, Evanston, Greenview, Harvest Hills, Hawkwood, Highland Park, Hounsfield Heights, Huntington Hills, Kincora, Mount Pleasant, North Haven, North Hill, Panorama Hills, Parkdale, Point McKay, Ranchlands, Rosedale, Rosemont, Silver Springs, St Andrew Heights, Thornecliff, Tuxedo, Varsity, Varsity Acres, Varsity Estates
