Burlington Eyecare:

the good doctor


Welcome to the good doctor, written by father, Burlington optometrist, and industry expert Dr. Mark Germain. The good doctor is here to offer an expert take on optometry and other related topics designed for his patients' everyday eye care and curiosity.


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By Dr. Mark Germain December 13, 2025
The good doctor looks at interesting new research connecting the eye and our gut health.
By Dr. Mark Germain December 5, 2025
The good doctor reflects on the Burlington Eyecare staff Christmas dinner and how thankful he is for the people he gets to work with.
By Dr. Mark Germain November 28, 2025
The good doctor explores new possibilities for managing Glaucoma and, once again, the progress in eye care is astounding.
By Dr. Mark Germain November 21, 2025
The good doctor examines the effects of Hydroxychloroquine on the eyes.
By Dr. Mark Germain November 14, 2025
The good doctor discusses Keratoconus awareness.
By Dr. Mark Germain November 6, 2025
The good doctor laments the Blue Jays' loss
By Dr. Mark Germain October 30, 2025
The good doctor discusses some of the latest research into visual prosthetics. Get ready to be amazed!
By Dr. Mark Germain October 24, 2025
Noticing the things that only an optometrist can, the good doctor discusses the vision of needs of star baseball players.
By Dr. Mark Germain October 16, 2025
The good doctor discusses exciting continued research being done into gene therapy for conditions such as Leber's congenital amaurosis.
By Dr. Mark Germain October 9, 2025
Inspired by an article he recently read, the good doctor takes another look at natural UV light and its benefits.
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