Eye care professionals specialize in understanding how the human eye really works, as well as diseases and conditions that affect your vision – many of which do not have obvious symptoms. Eye doctors know how age and risk factors affect vision over time for young and old, and they understand the benefits and features of corrective lenses including eyeglasses and contacts.
Our optometrist, Dr. Patterson, takes the time to explain the results of your eye exam, describe your options and listen to your eye care needs. Because maintaining good eye health is an ongoing partnership, we encourage you to ask questions and share your health information, which could be vital to monitoring, diagnosing and treating potential vision problems.
Meet our doctor:
Chad Patterson, O.D.
Optometrist
Dr. Chad Patterson grew up just north of Regina and attended the University of Regina before heading off to the University of Waterloo where he graduated from the School of Optometry on the Dean’s Honour list. During his studies, he gained knowledge and experience in ocular pathology working with retina, glaucoma, and cornea specialists in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Patterson also had the opportunity to work with National athletes at the Winsport medical clinic in Calgary performing baseline concussion testing. Upon graduation, he moved to Manitoba where he practised in a Vision Therapy clinic. Dr. Patterson has taken additional courses in Vision Therapy and takes a special interest in brain injury rehabilitation and learning related vision disorders. When he’s not practising optometry, Dr. Patterson loves to be outdoors, enjoying activities like hiking, skiing, and team sports. He also holds an ARCT diploma in piano performance from the Royal Conservatory of Music. In 2018, Dr. Patterson opened up Nexus Vision Centre to serve the community that he grew up in!
Linh La, O.D.
Optometrist
A Regina native, Dr. Linh La earned both her Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Optometry degrees from the University of Waterloo. She graduated in 2016 on the Dean’s Honours List and received the Dr. John G. Flanagan Award for Academic and Clinical Excellence in Glaucoma, the Dr. Irving Baker Excellence in Clinical Optometry Scholarship and the Good-Lite Pediatric Optometry Award.
Dr. La focused on interdisciplinary care in her externships, choosing placements where she worked directly with a variety of practitioners including family medicine, ophthalmology, pharmacy, neurology and more. This experience deepened her understanding of the relationship between eye disease and systemic health conditions. Collaboration with colleagues in various specialties to support the overall well-being of her patients continues to be a cornerstone of her practice.
Early in her career, Dr. La found a niche in therapeutic contact lens practice, fitting scleral lenses for corneal pathologies. More recently, she has developed a special interest in pediatric optometry and myopia management.
After a decade of experience providing full-scope care and leadership at a multidoctor practice, Dr. La joined Dr. Patterson in 2026 to grow Nexus Vision Centre and advance its mission of providing independent, locally owned, comprehensive eye care to her hometown community.
Outside the clinic, Linh is an active member of the ultimate frisbee community, competing year-round with both co-ed and women’s teams at the local, provincial and national level. She is also a Yoga Alliance E-500 registered yoga teacher and continuing education provider, where her areas of focus are anatomy, physiology and yoga philosophy.
Justine
Lead Vision Therapist | Office Manager
Meet Justine, her confidence and passion to help anyone creates an environment that you want to be a part of. Justine is one of our Vision Therapists; her passion to help patients goes above and beyond. Since completing the Vision Therapy Program in 2020 she has the pleasure of working with patients diagnosed with various conditions. Her upbeat personality keeps her patients excited for their next Vision Therapy Session. When Justine isn’t at work her two young children keep her active and on her toes. Justine enjoys being outdoors and being with her family that she loves dearly. Justine is your go to girl for any questions about Vision Therapy and she would be happy to answer them for you.
Hallie
Licensed Optician
Meet Hallie, Nexus Vision Centre’s licensed Optician. Hallie started working in the optical industry in 2019. She then completed her Optical Science Course in June 2022, and earned her Contact Lense Practitioner License in June of 2024. When not studying to further her education you can find her relaxing at the beach with an ice coffee in hand. Hallie’s fiery personality keeps everyone in the office laughing. If you’re looking for a knowledgeable Optician who cares about your optical needs, ask for Hallie!
Annika
Optometric Assistant
Meet Annika, Nexus Vision Centre’s Certified Optometric Assistant. She is known for her warm and bubbly personality and is dedicated to delivering exceptional service to each patient she assists. Outside the clinic, Annika spends her free time at the gym or working on her car. Her enthusiasm for connecting with people and providing a personalized experience ensures that every visit is both welcoming and memorable. Come see Annika at Nexus Vision Centre for your eye care needs!