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Dr. Candace DeCock O.D., M.S., F.A.A.O.
Dr. DeCock joined the Optometric Centre in August 2009. Dr DeCock graduated from the University of North Dakota with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2005. In 2009, she completed her Doctor of Optometry and Master of Science in Vision Science degrees at The Ohio State University. Upon graduation, the Award of Excellence in Vision Training was presented to Dr. DeCock by The Ohio State University College of Optometry. Dr. DeCock obtained her fellowship with the American Academy of Optometry in 2013. She is also member of the OEP (Optometric Extension Program), an organization involved in vision therapy education and advancement, and maintains membership with the Manitoba Association of Optometrists and the Canadian Association of Optometrists.
Dr. DeCock practices full scope optometry for disease management including glaucoma, macular degeneration, cataracts, myopia management, dry eye, urgent eyecare, ocular injuries and more. She provides assessments and prescriptions for glasses and contact lenses. She is also proud to provide vision therapy programs.
Dr. DeCock became a partner and co-owner of Killarney Optometric Centre with Dr. McGill in April 2014. Dr. DeCock and her husband, Andrew, have three children, two sons and a daughter. She enjoys spending her time reading, playing piano and singing, and taking in lake activities.
Dr. Dustin McGill O.D.
Dr. Dustin McGill grew up on a small farm near Killarney. He attended high school in Killarney and earned his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Brandon University. Dustin then continued his studies at Indiana University School of Optometry and graduated in May of 2012. He maintains memberships in the Manitoba Association of Optometrists and the Canadian Association of Optometrists.
Dr. McGill practices full scope optometry for disease management including glaucoma, macular degeneration, cataracts, myopia management, dry eye, urgent eyecare, ocular injuries and more. He also provides routine assessments and prescriptions for glasses and contact lenses, including hard and scleral contact lenses.
In August, 2012, Dr. McGill began working at the Optometric Centre in Killarney with his mentor Dr. Keith Letts and Dr. Candace DeCock. In April of 2014, Dr.McGill and Dr. DeCock purchased the Killarney Optometric Centre from Dr. Letts.
Dr. McGill is settled back in his home town with his wife, Megan, and his daughter. He enjoys spending time his time golfing, pontooning, and singing with a local quartet.
Jennifer Pringle
- Lab Supervisor and Certified Optometric Assistant
- C.C.O.A
Jen started working at the Optometric Centre in October 2017 and soon after completed her Canadian Certified Optometric Assistant designation.
Jen and her husband, Scott, live in Ninette, MB with their busy young son. In her spare time, she loves spending time with family and friends. Jen’s hobbies include camping and taking in local activities. She is always up to date on local hot spots, products, and services.
Shaylyn Cuvelier
- Certified Optometric Assistant
- C.C.O.A.
Shaylyn joined the Optometric Centre in June of 2014. She obtained her Canadian Certified Optometric Assistant designation in the summer of 2016.
She loves spending time with family and friends. In her spare time she enjoys playing baseball and camping in the summer, then hockey and curling in the winter. Shaylyn enjoys helping out on the farm near Dunrea with her husband Kevin, and caring for all the animals. She is also kept busy by her two young sons.
Devonn Taylor
- Optometric Assistant
Devonn started at the Optometric Centre in October 2023 and is looking forward to getting her CCOA completed.
Devonn lives in Crystal City with her two cats. She loves to spend time with her nieces and nephew. She likes to help out at the family farm and is always crafting on something during her downtime. She always looks forward to her next travel adventure. She is loving being a part of the Optometric Centre Team!
Trizzan Blair
- Optometric Assistant
Trizzan started working at the Optometric Centre in November 2023.
Trizzan moved from Belmont seven years ago and now lives in Killarney with her husband. Trizzan enjoys spending time at the cabin on Pelican Lake, hunting, quadding, and reading. She has recently taken up travelling with her husband. She also enjoys her new role as Grandma to a baby girl!
Shyniece Mancusi-Heide
- Head Receptionist
Shyniece relocated from Winnipeg to Killarney in April 2018. In her free time, she works on graphic design. She loves spending time with family and friends, including her fur-babies, Ella and Brody. Shyniece lives with her husband, Kaeden, in Killarney.
Shyniece is a talented and knowledgable receptionist. She has quickly become the insurance expert at Killarney Optometric Centre.
Kaitlynn Bomford
- Receptionist
Kaitlynn grew up in Killarney. She started working at the Killarney Optometric Centre in August 2021. In her free time, Kaitlynn enjoys traveling, camping, boating, and spending time with her family and friends, including her three cats at home. Some of her hobbies include reading and going to the gym.
Kaitlynn is friendly and personable at her role as receptionist. She also works double duty by performing optometric pretesting and special testing.
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