OUR
OPTOMETRISTS
Your optometrist is the primary care provider for your eyes. They’re educated, clinically trained and licenced to assess, diagnose and treat eye conditions, as well as check and write prescriptions for glasses and contact lenses.
Our five optometrists provide comprehensive eye exams to monitor the health of your eyes, check visual acuity and provide a custom treatment plan.
Visit Acorn Optometry for a calm and comfortable boutique experience, all in the heart of Oak Bay, BC.
*If you’re a patient of Dr. Rajdeep Gill, please visit Oak Bay Optometry to schedule an appointment.
Neil Paterson
OD
Dr. Paterson was born in St. Catharines, Ontario. He graduated from Optometry in 1989 and made a beeline for the West Coast. He founded Oak Bay Optometry with Dr. Paul Neumann and Dr. Kathy Pratt in 1995.
He loves everything about Victoria, even the rain, but mostly he loves his patients young and old, and helping them see better. Dr. Paterson is dedicated to helping his community both locally and globally in maintaining healthy vision. He has participated in trips to Africa and South America to offer optometry care to those who have limited access to such things.
Dr. Paterson is also actively involved within his community in other aspects. An advocate for mental health he leads a team each year in the Ride Don’t Hide event, educating others along the way, while raising money for this important cause.
Dr. Paterson lives in Oak Bay, where he may be spotted riding his bicycle to work or spending time with his two lovely, irreverent daughters.
Suzanne Sutter
OD
Suzanne Sutter is an Optometrist at Acorn Optometry and Oak Bay Optometry. She has over two decades of clinical experience. Originally from the Canadian prairies, she completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Saskatchewan and earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Waterloo. She has been practising since 2005 and brings extensive experience caring for patients of all ages, from young children to seniors, and managing a wide range of eye conditions.
Suzanne is passionate about providing thoughtful, evidence-based eye care and enjoys staying current with emerging science, technology, and clinical methods. She truly loves her work and values the long-term relationships she builds with patients and families over the years. Practising in Victoria is privilege she deeply appreciates.
Outside of the clinic, Suzanne enjoys being outdoors, staying active, reading, and spending time with family and friends. As a mom herself, she has a special appreciation for caring for families and supporting eye health at every stage of life.
Kevin Hua
OD
Kevin Hua is originally from Vaughan, Ontario, and is excited to be practising in Victoria. He earned his Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Waterloo and holds a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience from McMaster University. He is a proud member of the Canadian Association of Optometrists (CAO) and the British Columbia Doctors of Optometry (BCDO), and is certified to prescribe therapeutic pharmaceutical agents (TPA). He was honoured by the BCDO as Young Optometrist of the Year in 2021.
Dr. Hua has been practising since 2018 and is passionate about building meaningful connections with is patients. He enjoys caring for individuals of all ages and takes the time to understand what matters most to each patient. He is dedicated to helping patients see clearly and confidently in their everyday activities. He takes a patient-centred approach to care, guiding patients through their options so they can make informed and confident decisions about their eye health, with a focus on early detection and prevention to maintain healthy vision over time.
Outside of his professional life, Dr. Hua enjoys exploring a variety of hobbies, including running, climbing, backpacking, and photography.
Koa Jaques
OD
Dr. Koa Jaques’ connection to Oak Bay Optometry started early; she was just 11 years old when she first came in as a patient for her very first pair of glasses. That experience, paired with a passion for science, eyewear, and healthcare, sparked an early interest in Optometry that stayed with her, eventually leading her back years later as part of our team.
Growing up in Oak Bay, Koa began working at the clinic during high school and continued to do so throughout her undergraduate studies at the University of Victoria. She went on to earn her Doctor of Optometry degree with Dean’s Honours from the University of Waterloo, gaining experience treating and managing ocular disease in a variety of clinical settings along the way including in Northern rural Alberta and a busy metropolitan clinic in Ottawa.
In practice, Koa is known for her calm, friendly, and easygoing approach. She is a great listener who takes the time to ensure patients feel comfortable and well cared for, while being thorough and attentive to detail. She welcomes patients of all ages and enjoys following up with patients regularly to be sure all their needs are met.
You may also notice she rarely wears the same glasses twice! Koa has over 25 pairs collected over her years working in the industry and she looks forward to adding more! Outside of the clinic, you can find her crocheting and spending time exploring beautiful Vancouver Island.
Now back in the community where it all began, Koa is excited to be caring for patients, welcoming both new and familiar faces.
Jordan Kassouf
OD
Dr. Jordan Kassouf grew up just south of Montreal, completing his undergraduate studies at McGill University and earning his Doctors of Optometry degree, in French, from the Université de Montréal. Fully bilingual, he’s always happy to care for patients in either English or French, and won’t miss a beat if you switch mid-sentence!
Dr. Kassouf served as the student representative on Council of the Canadian Association of Optometrists and as President of the Canadian Association of Optometry Students where he was involved in student leadership and national advocacy for the profession. Upon graduation, Dr. Kassouf received the Doctor of Optometry Award, recognizing the highest overall achievement of his class, as well as Excellence Awards in contact lenses.
Patients often know Dr. Kassouf for being thorough, attentive, and easy to talk to. He has a strong eye for the small things, making sure everything is carefully checked, and he places a lot of value on making sure patients leave feeling reassured and confident about their eye health. His approach is both analytical and easygoing. He tends to take his time to explain things clearly (and occasionally sneaks in a joke or two along the way).
Outside the clinic, he’s happiest on the water. A longtime sailor, he’s been making the most of the move from Québec to coastal life in Victoria; this summer, he’s attempting to add windsurfing to the mix.