Welcoming Dr. Christina Viscardi as of Jan 3/ 2024
Welcoming Dr. Christina Viscardi as of Jan 3/ 2024
Welcoming Dr. Christina Viscardi as of Jan 3/ 2024
Mr. Raymond Ladouceur, Co-owner/ Optician
Ray Ladouceur attended primary and secondary school in Penetanguishene. He completed his studies in the Ophthalmic Dispenser program at Georgian College in Barrie in 1993. After graduation, Ray began working at the Zellers Vision Centre in North Bay for about a year before transferring to their Sudbury location. In 1996, Ray returned to North Bay and opened his own optical store within Zellers. There, Ray served his clients for 16 years, until May 2012, when he relocated to Eyes on Main. Here he continues to sell a variety of brand-name eye-wear, perform contact lens fittings, and repairs eyeglasses. He strives to provide clients with the best eye care possible and is proud to be cutting lenses on site which provides faster service to his customers.
He enjoys fishing, watching hockey games, reading, and spending time at his cottage.
Ray’s goal is to provide the people of North Bay -and surrounding area- with superior eye-wear, and outstanding customer service.
Mr. Patrick Srut, Co-owner/ Optician
Patrick was born and raised in North Bay, Ontario. After receiving a Small Business Management Diploma from Canadore College in 1993, he worked with his family; helping them run their restaurant. In 1995, Patrick decided to return to school at Georgian College in pursuit of his Optician’s license. Having graduated with honours in 1997, and obtaining his licensing in 1998, Patrick then moved to Ottawa; where he owned an Optical store from 2002-2009. When he returned to North Bay in 2009, Patrick went back to working optical at a large retailer here in town. In 2011 he met Ray, and they became great friends -which worked to both of their benefit when a new investment opportunity arose in 2014, neither of them could think of a better business partner.
Now as the Co-owner and Operator of the Eyes on Main Callander location, Patrick strives to give our customers the same great services, and prices, they receive in North Bay.
As an avid tennis and baseball player, Patrick has also joined forces with Ray in sponsoring (and playing for) the Eyes on Main baseball team.
Dr. Joseph George, Optometrist
Dr. Joseph George graduated from Egypt’s University of Cairo School of Medicine in 1994. He practiced general medicine for five years before starting his residency in Ophthalmology in 1999. He obtained his Master of Science degree in Ophthalmology at the University of Cairo in 2003. He practiced ophthalmology until he relocated to Canada in 2010; joining The University of Waterloo’s School of Optometry in 2011. He graduated shortly after, passed his board exams, and is since, licensed to practice optometry in Ontario.
Dr. Joseph George enjoys seeing patients of all ages, as well as providing information for pre- and post-operative exams for those wishing to have laser corrective eye surgery. He is certified to prescribe medications for conditions such as: eye infection, inflammation and glaucoma.
Dr. Joseph George is married and has a young son. He enjoys going out and spending time with his family.
Dr. Christina Viscardi, Optometrist
Dr. Christina Viscardi is a dedicated optometrist, committed to providing exceptional eye care to her patients. She earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Waterloo School of Optometry in 2017. After graduating, she ventured into the heart of Northern Ontario, where she has integrated herself into the local fabric. Known for her compassionate and patient-centered approach, she continues to make a positive impact on the lives of her patients in the North Bay community.
Outside of her optometry practice, Dr. Viscardi is a well-rounded individual with a vibrant array of recreational pursuits and passion for staying active and being involved in her community. She is an integral part of the 22 Wing Squash league, where she takes the lead in running the league. She also spends her free time coaching youth soccer. Her commitment to fostering a sense of community through sports brings the same level of enthusiasm and dedication that defines her professional career.
Lucie Fischer-Srut, Office Manager
Lucie was born in Czech Republic; relocating directly to North Bay in 1990. She graduated with honours from the Office Administration program at Canadore College in 2009, then began working at Eyes on Main shortly after. Five years later, Lucie played an integral part in forming the partnership between Ray, and her husband Patrick Srut. Lucie runs the front desk operations; along with possessing the skills to neutralize lenses, operate the visual field screening technology, and take retinal photographs. Her main focus is ensuring the highest level of customer service is met, for both our patients and customers. Lucie handles OHIP and First Nations eye exam billing -for those who qualify.
Lucie enjoys spending time with her two daughters, and painting in her spare time. She also operates the ART IS IN Shop (located at 148 Main St. W. in North Bay) where her paintings are on display for purchase; along with products from other local Artisans.
Leigh-Ann Burns, Optician’s Assistant
Leigh-Ann was born and raised in Chisholm, Ontario. In 2009 she moved to Guelph where she started apprenticing in the optical industry. In 2010, Leigh-Ann relocated to Glace Bay, NS; and continued to gain experience at a large optical chain. Leigh-Ann moved back home to North Bay and joined the Eyes on Main team in February of 2016; utilizing her previous experience to perform various duties, such as: 3rd party billing submissions, frame fitting and adjustments. Leigh-Ann has also recently begun updating -and driving activity through- the Eyes on Main Facebook page and website.
Leigh-Ann enjoys reading, spending time with her many family members, and honing her archery skills.
Ron Major, Master Optical Lab Technician
Born in Kapuskasing, and raised in North Bay, Ontario. Ron began his journey in optics in 1985 with Baush & Lomb/Windover Laboratory. Privileged to have trained and worked along expert lab technicians, Ron developed a true passion for the trade. With over 36 years of experience in all facets of manufacturing and processing in wholesale optics, he is proud to continue serving Northern Ontario while joining the incredible team at Eyes on Main.
Ron enjoys camping and fishing and spending quality time with family and likes walking his dogs.
Nicole Lazure, Optometric Technician/Front Desk Operations Assistant
Nicole was born and raised in North Bay, Ontario. She began working at Eyes on Main in the summer of 2016. Since then, she has taken on multiple responsibilities such as administering visual field screenings, taking retinal photographs, and assisting at the front desk in both English and French.
Nicole enjoys hunting, fishing, and playing sports.
Cheryl Belecque, Frame Stylist/Sales Associate
Cheryl was born and raised in Cambridge, Ontario. She relocated to North Bay in 1988. Cheryl brought eight years of customer service experience with her when she joined Eyes on Main in October 2015. Cheryl strives to make frame and lens selection a quick and easy process for our customers, and patients.
Cheryl married her husband soon after moving to the area, together they have three children and two grandchildren. Aside from spending time with her family, and friends. Cheryl also enjoys cooking, drawing, and keeping fit.
Erica Myre, Frame Stylist / Sales Associate
Erica was born and raised in North Bay, Ontario. She attended Modern Hairstyling School in 2006 and has been a licensed hairstylist for 16 years. She worked at Magicuts beside Ray when he was located inside Zellers Vision Center. When Zellers closed, Ray opened Eyes on Main in downtown with Erica moving to a new salon just a few doors down.
Erica joined the Eyes on Main team in 2021. Now she applies her skills for choosing hairstyles for people’s faces, to now styling and choosing glasses for our valued customers. Erica brings 15 years of customer service experience; and really enjoys assisting clients, helping them choose the right frame, and making them feel great about their selection.
Erica enjoys hanging out with family and friends, has a passion for cooking and baking. She likes reading, music, movies and the outdoors.
J. C. Fleury, Frame Stylist/Sales Associate
J.C. has been helping customers chose eye-wear for many years ever since employed with Ray at the Zellers Vision Center. When Eyes on Main opened in 2010, J.C. has continued to work for Ray allowing customers to continue to trust his excellent judgment in correct frame style choices suitable to every individual. His ability to communicate to customers in both English and French has made this process a much easier one.
Kari-Lee McCullagh, Frame Stylist & Sales Associate
Kari-Lee was born and raised in North Bay. After graduating from Widdifield Secondary School, she attended Canadore College for hotel resort/restaurant management. Then later started taking nutrition management from 2001-2005. She worked in her field for five years then started a family.
Kari-Lee re-entered the workforce, when she joined Eyes on Main in 2021. She has worked as a frame stylist and sales associate since then. She enjoys meeting new clients and helping them with their frame selections. All the while, making them feel good when they come into the store.
Kari-Lee likes to spend time with her family, walks, swimming, movies and music.
Kristy Church, Lens Consultant & Optician’s Assistant
Kristy was raised in North Bay and moved just outside of town after her marriage in 2002. She and her husband now have two children. Kristy has worked in customer service for 25 years, and the last eight have been in the optical field.
Since joining Eyes on main in 2022, Kristy has helped customers through sales experience, explaining lens options all the while, offering advice and making the process as easy as possible. Kristy also assists clients with direct billing insurance, repairs and adjusting frames, all with a friendly face and a smile.
Kristy has a love for hiking, surrounding herself in nature, traveling and the spontaneous adventures life throws at her.
