Our Practice in Innisfil

Dr. Alexander Nwadozi holds a medical and specialist degree in Ophthalmology from the University of Havana, Cuba. He went on to work as a consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at the Anguilla Vision Centre in Anguilla, British West Indies.

Upon moving to Canada, he underwent the International Optometric Bridging Program at the University of Waterloo, Ontario, where he received training to diagnose and manage ocular diseases. The College of Optometrists of Ontario duly licenses him to practice as an optometrist.

His 16 plus years of experience in treating and managing eye-related diseases such as dry eyes, digital eye strain, glaucoma, cataracts, and diabetic retinopathy has helped him manage his patients with outstanding results.

He is well involved with charitable organizations such as Crossworld Canada (where he serves as a board member) and Eyez to See Ministries (where he is a member of the board of trustees). He has had ample opportunities to travel abroad severally on missionary trips where free eyeglasses and other items are donated to those in need of them.

Dr. Nwadozi is fluent in English, Spanish, as well as conversational French and Portuguese. He is married to his lovely wife Chinwendu, and they have 3 children, Josh, Sharon, and David.

Dr. Jennifer Byun completed her honours bachelor of science at the University of Toronto, then moved to Boston to continue her optometry studies at the prestigious New England College of Optometry.

During her studies, she has trained at the Perkins School for the Blind, helping special needs children with low vision, and at Boston Medical Center, assisting traumatic eye injury, congenital cataract, and keratoconus patients with specialty contact lenses.

Dr. Byun provides comprehensive eye care, including contact lens fittings, dry eye management, laser eye surgery co-management, diabetic visual assessments, and low vision consultations. Dr. Byun also works at an ophthalmology practice in Toronto, assisting with glaucoma and keratoconus management.

Dr. Byun recently had LASIK surgery to correct her myopia and astigmatism, and she’s excited to share her experience with her patients! She has an interest in pediatric optometry, such as myopia control, as well as dry eye management.

Dr. Byun is committed to providing the most in-depth and detailed eye care. She strives to develop great relationships with patients to better serve their needs. She is fluent in Korean and welcomes patients of all ages.

Shabnam Samadi was born in Kabul, Afghanistan, and migrated to Canada in 2003. She graduated from Seneca College with a diploma in office administration. Shabnam has extensive experience providing administrative assistance and managing multiple responsibilities in fast-paced and high-stress environments.

Besides working with her amazing team at Alcona Eye Care, she likes to help underprivileged communities around the globe by volunteering with UNICEF and Save the Children organizations.

She is a mom of 2 beautiful children. When Shabnam is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, and spending time with nature.

Melanie Vieira is a graduate of Georgian College in Barrie with a diploma in opticianry.

She is a licensed optician with the College of Opticians of Ontario. She possesses over 5 years of experience as an optician; however, she has worked in the optical industry since 2011.

Melanie is a Luso-Canadian, originally from Toronto, but has recently moved up north with her 2 sons and her husband.

She has a passion for fashion, and feels glasses are like a piece of jewelry that you can be excited to wear and show off. She enjoys volunteering and being an active part of the community.

Melanie is outgoing and full of energy. She enjoys fishing, camping, and making new friends.