Meet The Staff

Dr. Aman Dhaliwal, Optometrist & Owner

Born and raised in Hamilton Ontario, Dr. Dhaliwal has been practising for over 10 years with experience in Canada and the United States. Dr. Dhaliwal completed his Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Education at Brock University. He obtained his Doctor of Optometry degree at New England College of Optometry in Boston, MA.  Dr. Dhaliwal has worked in Boston, Rhode Island, Atlanta and Chicago before he entered private practice in Hamilton, Ontario.

He practices full scope optometry and has a special interest in fitting speciality contact lenses, as well as diagnoses and treatment of all disorders that affect the eye or vision.  Dr. Dhaliwal is trained to recognize a range of health issues such as, glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetes and hypertension.  Dr. Dhaliwal works hard to ensure that his eye clinic provides leading eye care to families in Hamilton, Ontario.

In his spare time, Dr. Dhaliwal enjoys time with his wife and two young children. He is a sports enthusiast, loves watching football and plays on a local volleyball team.

Doris Birch, Manager of Patient Care

A Hamilton native, Doris is the Manager of Patient Care at both the Hamilton and Stoney Creek locations. She is an alumnus of Mohawk College where she earned her administration diploma. She has extensive medical administration experience and ensure our patients have a positive experience.  Her caring and compassionate nature will ask all the right questions when you call in to schedule your appointment. Her friendly smile and sense of humour will welcome you when you arrive at our office and she will ensure your questions and concerns are addressed.  She can help to coordinate your specialist referral, answer insurance concerns, and loves to give her opinion on your frame selection.

In her spare time, Doris spends time with her five children, and husband. She loves to crochet, go camping with her family and an avid baker.

Candice Mintz, Frame Stylist

Candice is our newest member of our team at Queenston Eye Care, both the Hamilton and Stoney Creek offices.  She is a Frame Stylist and Front Receptionist. You will also find her helping out throughout the office as she is knowledgeable in all areas of the practice. She is a recent graduate of McMaster University and completed her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Sociology. Candice has many years of experience in administrative positions and enjoys interacting with our patients to ensure everyone has a positive experience. She is from Bowmanville, Ontario but, now calls Hamilton home.

In her spare time, Candice enjoys skating as she used to be a competitive skater and loves to travel near and far.

Miriam Krzyzewska, Optometric Assistant

Miriam is an Optometric Assistant at both the Hamilton and Stoney Creek offices. She is currently enrolled in the Honours Integrated Science Program at McMaster University. She joined Queenston Eye Care as volunteer and will be continuing her graduate studies in Optometry.  Miriam’s passion for optometry and ensuring a positive patient experience has made her a great addition to the Queenston Eye Care team.

In her spare time, Miriam spends time with family and friends, exploring the outdoors and watching live music.

Bobby Sohal, Optometric Assistant

Bobby is an Optometric Assistant at both the Hamilton and Stoney Creek offices. He is completing his Bachelor of Science degree at Brock University. He will be continuing his graduate studies in Optometry next fall to become a professional optometrist. His interest in vision sciences and eye care make him a strong addition to our team.

In his spare time, Bobby enjoys playing sports, going to the gym and spending time with family and friends.