Doctors
Dr. Richard A. Riep
Dr. Riep obtained his Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Waterloo, Ontario, in 1968. He has dedicated over 40 years to serving his patients in Edmonton and area. He enjoys all aspects of family optometric care, but has a particular interest in geriatric care. Dr. Riep has been actively involved in the community, serving on the Board and participating in fundraising events for the Evelyn Unger School for Learning Disabilities; held many positions in several Lutheran churches; elected to the position of Mayor in the Summer Village of Birch Cove; and devoted many hours to community league activities. Dr. Riep is a family man and loves spending time with his wife, Sylvia, three children and four grandchildren.
Dr. Tony Mann
Dr. Mann graduated in 1993 with a Bachelors degree in Computer Science from the University of Alberta, and subsequently with a Doctor of Optometry in 1998 from the New England College of Optometry. He joined Londonderry Eye Care in July 1998. The most rewarding part of his job is his interaction with his patients. After eleven years, he has gotten to know many of them on a personal level. As well, he realizes the magnitude of responsibility in caring for the wellbeing of his patients’ eyes. With the aging population and advancements in medical science, it will become more imperative for optometrists to educate their patients and provide them with superior care. Dr. Mann welcomes this challenge. He is also the proud father of two boys, who are the apples of his eyes, and gives his life meaning. His hobbies include reading, travelling, sports, and music.
Dr. Mike J. Joljart
Dr. Michael Joljart graduated from Pacific University, located in Forest Grove, Oregon in 2000 with a Doctorate of Optometry with Distinction. This degree was preceded by a Bachelor of Science from the University of Alberta in 1995. After graduation he practiced in the Edmonton area before joining Londonderry Eye Care in 2006. He is an Edmonton native who enjoys skiing, cycling, golf and everything outdoors. He has been married to his wife Kelsey since 1999 and has two wonderful children.
Dr. John S. Pucylo
Dr Pucylo was born and raised in Edmonton. He did his undergraduate degree at the University of Alberta, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in 1995. Prior to optometry school, he also did one year of pharmacy at the U of A. Dr Pucylo did his optometry degree at Pacific University College of Optometry in Forest Grove, Oregon, where he graduated with distinction in 2000. He has practiced in the Edmonton area since 2000 and has been working at Londonderry Eye Care since 2006. He has been married to his wife, Correne, since 2003 and they have two children, Michelle, and Candace. He enjoys golf, being outdoors, walking his dog and spending time with his family. He particularly enjoys the family oriented practice at LEC.
Dr. Julie Dien
Dr. Julie Dien obtained her Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Waterloo School of Optometry in 2007, with the distinction of being on the Dean’s Honour List. She was also awarded the Canadian Contact Lens Society Award. Dr. Dien is originally from Edmonton, and it was a profound experience for her when she participated in an eye care mission with I Care International in 2006; she helped to provide eye care services to those less fortunate in Tacna, Peru. Dr. Dien enjoys a well balanced life of family and friends. When not seeing patients, she enjoys cross-stitching and reading books for her book club. She has a passion for cooking and baking and loves watching the Food Network. With the help of her family, she has been trying to increase her fluency in Cantonese and Vietnamese.
Dr. Rena K. Singh
Dr. Singh received her degree in optometry from the New England College of Optometry, in Boston, Massachusetts. She completed her training with internships at Manchester Medical VA hospital in Manchester, New Hampshire and University of Maryland: Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science in Baltimore, Maryland. As well, she completed internships at Wenzhou Medical College: Eye Hospital in Wenzhou, China and at the South Boston Community Health Center in Boston, Massachusetts. She has had the privilege of volunteering by providing examinations, glasses and treatment for under-served populations in the Dominican Republic and in the greater Boston community. Dr. Singh is proficient in fitting specialized contact lenses, including keratoconic and multifocal lenses. She has a special interest in family practice, ocular disease, glaucoma co-management, postoperative care, pediatric and diabetic eye care. She is fluent in English, Punjabi and Hindi.
