Dr. Lillian Rieck grew up in the Calgary area. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Guelph before completing her Doctor of Optometry at the University of Waterloo with honours. Through her internships in Olds Alberta, Victoria BC, and at the Veteran Affairs hospital in Muskogee, Oklahoma, Dr. Rieck gained knowledge and experience in the management of ocular disease and therapeutics. In October 2019 she participated in an eye care volunteer trip in Yreka, California serving the Karuk Tribe and hopes to continue to give back on future trips!
Since graduating and starting to practice, Dr. Rieck has focused on providing comprehensive eye care to patients of all ages - starting with infants as young as 6 months old-she loves kids! She enjoys learning how each patient uses their eyes, and making recommendations that work with their lifestyle. She is interested in educating patients about their eyes, dry eye, and myopia control.
Away from the office she enjoys travelling, or can be found hiking in the mountains. She is passionate about figure skating and has won 2 silver medals at the World Synchronized Skating Championships.
Message to patients: Vision is the most important sense, it’s important to have regular eye exams to ensure your eyes are healthy and that your vision is the best it can be!