This clinic first opened its doors to patients on January 2nd 1950 at our old location (Broadway & Quebec). There have been 5 owners since then: Dr Robert Demmery (1950-1970s), Dr. Donald Hunter (1980s), Dr. Robin Simpson (1989-2006), and Dr. Kevin Mowbray (2006-Present) who has now brought in Dr Evelyn Lo as a partner (2023-Present).
After 74 years the clinic outgrew its space and expanded in a big way to our new location, 450 East Broadway, on the Southwest Corner with Guelph Street. Now we have over 4500 ft.² of space, 17 foot ceilings, 15 underground parking spots, a large outdoor patio space, and many other upgrades that come with a brand new building in a less congested area.
Mr. Bob Butler deserves as much of a mention here as anyone, as he had been with the clinic from January 2nd 1950 until 2020 – his career literally spanned 7 decades. Bob truly someone enjoyed his craft and had been an expert teacher to all of our Optical Team over the years.
Bob had a very enriched family life including 3 kids, 8 grandkids, and 12 great grandkids! He is certainly leaving behind a legacy and will be greatly missed.
Dr. Mowbray became the sole owner of the clinic in 2006 and worked on expanding the clinic, including managing our 2023 move to 450 East Broadway.
He has now retired from seeing patients, but you may still catch him at times fixing things around the clinic, organizing his displays, and chatting with staff and patients.
Dr. Evelyn Lo became a partner in MPOC in 2023 and brought great complimentary strengths to the ownership team.
In particular, she has a sharp and consistent focus on patient care, including new treatments and technologies, and ensures our clinic delivers the highest standard of care we can to our patients.
In The Summer Of 2006, The BC Lions Society For Children With Disabilities Had Undertaken A “Spirit Bears In The City” Art Initiative, With 106 Spirit Bear Statues Spread Throughout Vancouver, The Lower Mainland, And Vancouver Island.
