Dr. David Wilkinson, OD, FAAO
Optometrist, Spadina Optometry
A Toronto native and Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry, Dr. David Wilkinson has been part of our optometric practice since earning his OD from the Illinois College of Optometry in 2007. A certified clinical investigator with a special interest in contact lenses and myopia management, he serves as a part-time Clinical Instructor at the University of Waterloo's Waterloo Eye Institute and previously spent nearly a decade as Practice Advisor at the College of Optometrists of Ontario.
Articles by Dr. David Wilkinson (11)
Vision Correction
Progressive Lenses vs. Reading Glasses: Which One Is Right for You?
Progressive lenses and reading glasses both correct presbyopia, but the right choice depends on your prescription and daily visual demands. Here's how to decide.
Eye Health & Lifestyle
How Often Do You Really Need an Eye Exam?
Eye exam frequency should be based on your age and risk factors. Canadian guidelines recommend more frequent exams than most people realize — here is what the evidence says.
OHIP & Coverage
My Eye Exam Was Covered by OHIP. Why Is There a Bill?
OHIP pays for the examination — but not for the imaging and testing that modern optometry requires to meet its duty of care. Here's what's on your bill and why.
Common Conditions
Glaucoma: What Ontario Patients Need to Know
Glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide. It has no early symptoms — the only way to detect it is through a comprehensive eye exam. Here is what every Ontario adult should know.
Vision Correction
Daily vs Monthly Contact Lenses: Which Is Right for You?
Daily disposable and monthly reusable contact lenses both correct vision effectively. The right choice depends on your lifestyle, wearing frequency, and eye health history.
Vision Correction
How to Read Your Glasses Prescription
A glasses prescription uses abbreviations that are easy to decode once you know what they mean. This guide explains OD, OS, SPH, CYL, AXIS, ADD, and PD in plain language.
OHIP & Coverage
Does OHIP Cover Eye Exams in Ontario?
OHIP covers routine eye exams for Ontarians under 20 and over 64, and for any patient with a qualifying medical condition. Everyone else pays out of pocket — and OHIP coverage doesn't always cover the full standard of care.
Vision Correction
Contact Lenses for Sports and Active Lifestyles
For most sports, contact lenses offer significant advantages over glasses — better peripheral vision, no fogging, and no frames to break. Here's what active wearers need to know.
Vision Correction
Getting Contact Lenses for the First Time: What to Expect
Contact lenses require a separate fitting appointment, a short learning curve, and a different approach to eye hygiene. Here is what first-time wearers need to know before and after their fitting.
Vision Correction
Contact Lens Hygiene: How to Avoid Serious Eye Infections
Poor contact lens hygiene is the leading preventable cause of corneal infection. These evidence-based habits protect your eyes and your vision.
Eye Health & Lifestyle
Optometrist vs Ophthalmologist vs Optician in Ontario: Who Do You See?
Ontario has three regulated eye care professions. Your optometrist is your primary eye care provider for exams, prescriptions, and most conditions. Here is how the three roles work together.