Meet The Doctors

As you review the credentials for each of our outstanding optometrists, you can take comfort in their dedicated service towards the advancement of eye care and our community’s needs. With a healthy blend of experienced and new optometrists, we are able to maintain a high standard of quality and stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in our field. Here at Londonderry Eye Care, there is no greater accomplishment for us than to ensure that your eyes are being taken care of. If you are experiencing any problems with your vision, or you simply need a check-up, we are more than happy to help you. Don’t hesitate to give us a call at any time, 780–476-7631, or book your exam online today!

Our Edmonton optometrists are experienced and highly qualified. All of the doctors at Londonderry Eye Care are educated experts in their field with qualifications from some of the finest institutions in the United States and Canada. Each of them carries a unique background and history that contributes to their compassionate attitude toward patient care. We are confident that our distinguished doctors will provide you and your family with a lifetime of kind, professional eye care.

We can speak with you in your language English, Arabic and Spanish.

Dr. Jamie-Lee Halabi

Dr. Halabi was born and raised in Edmonton, AB. She began her optometry career working with us at Londonderry EyeCare and volunteering with Canadian National Institute for the Blind, while completing her Bachelor of Sciences degree. She graduated with her doctorate of optometry at the InterAmerican University and received an Optometric Research award. She volunteered on two international missions to provide vision care and eye glasses in Dominica Republic. Dr. Halabi trained in refractive and cataract surgery management at Gimbel Eye Center in Edmonton, pathology management in Edison, NJ, glaucoma management in Irvington, NJ, and diabetic retinopathy management in Union City, NJ. She speaks Arabic and Spanish, and has special interest in visual therapy. During her free time she enjoys traveling and studying emerging vision technology.

I speak: English, Arabic, & Spanish

Dr. Ahmed Farhat

Dr. Farhat was born and raised in Edmonton, Alberta. He completed 3 years of his Bachelor of Science degree at MacEwan University before being admitted early to the InterAmerican University of Optometry, where he graduated in 2018. Dr. Farhat completed his practicum at Omni Eye Services in Atlanta, Georgia, one of the largest referral sites in the United States. He received the Clinical Excellence Award during his practicum at the Cidra Clinic in Puerto Rico. Dr. Farhat is passionate about managing and treating ocular disease and he is committed to providing quality eye care to all of his patients.  Outside of work Dr. Farhat enjoys playing and watching hockey, traveling and reading.

I speak: English, Arabic, & Spanish

Dr. Pearl Motkoski

We’re very excited to welcome Dr. Motkoski to Londonderry Eye Care! Dr. Motkoski is Edmonton born and raised. She attended the University of Alberta where she completed her Bachelor of Science degree. She then moved to Portland, OR to attend optometry school at Pacific University College of Optometry, where she completed her Doctorate of Optometry.

Dr. Motkoski has clinical experiences in co-management, hospital and private practice settings. She provides full scope optometric services to patients of all ages and has a passion for ocular surface disease.

When Dr. Motkoski is not in the office she enjoys spending her time cross country skiing, running, hiking, or reading a good book.

I speak: English

Dr. Stefania DeFilippo

Dr De Filippo has worked in the optical industry since 2007. She worked locally as an optical dispenser during her time in university and moved to Oregon in 2012 for graduate school. During this time, she worked as a lens technician at Pacific University’s onsite lab and volunteered assisting in research with Pacific’s Vision Performance Institute. She graduated from Pacific University College of Optometry in 2016 and has been working in the Edmonton Area since. In addition to her time working in the office, Dr De Filippo has been consulting with the Alberta College of Optometrists since 2019. She is a prior member of their Standards of Practice Committee and current member of the Continuing Competence Committee.

Dr. De Filippo is taking patients by referral.

I speak: English

Dr. Shamil Nagji

Dr. Nagji was born and raised in north Edmonton, completing his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Alberta and went on to complete his Masters of Optometry degree from Aston University, and received his Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Waterloo.

Dr. Nagji has over 10 years of expertise as an Optometrist, and is known for providing compassionate and thorough eye care. He has a special interest in the diagnosis and management of diabetic eye disease, along with the treatment and management of dry eye syndrome.

With a focus on education and individualised attention, Dr. Nagji strives to enhance and preserve the vision of every patient. Dr. Nagji is currently accepting new patients and would be honoured to serve you and your family for years to come.

I speak: English

Dr. Steven Larsen

Dr. Larsen did his undergraduate work at Utah State University where he was born and raised. He graduated with honours from Pacific University with his Doctor of Optometry degree n 1980. After Graduating, he relocated to St. Alberta and has been practicing in West Edmonton ever since. He specializes in complex contact lens fitting including scleral lenses for keratoconus and ortho-k (CRT) lenses for myopia control in children. Over his career he was fortunate to hae served the profession in Alberta for many years and served as the President of the AAO in 2006. He and his wife Kerry have 5 children and 3 grandchildren (and 1 dog). He likes sports, especially golf, tennis and NFL ( fantasy) football, and most of all loves to see people smile. He is very excited to continue his career and help the awesome team at Londonderry Eye Care deliver exceptional care to our patients.

I speak: English