Dr. Phil Patafio

Dr. Philip Patafio graduated from the University of Waterloo where he received his Bachelor of Science Degree as well as his Doctorate of Optometry degree in 2009. During his Optometry studies he completed an externship in Queens, New York where he worked at St. Albans Veterans Affairs hospital. His primary focus there was on glaucoma and ocular disease treatment for US Military Veterans.

His past experiences allowed him to work alongside leading Ophthalmologists exposing him to an array of ocular surgical procedures and techniques. He is certified by the Ministry of Health and the College of Optometrists of Ontario to prescribe ocular therapeutic drugs.

Dr. Patafio has been a member of the Ontario Association of Optometrists since 2009 and has brought his array of experiences as well as enthusiasm for eye care to Orangeville Optometrists since 2008.

Dr. Patafio spends most of his free time following and playing sports.