Our Practice in London, ON

Dr. Julia Laverty grew up nearby in St. Thomas, Ontario. After receiving her Honours Bachelor of Medical Science in Biochemistry from Western University, Dr. Laverty went on to graduate from the University of Waterloo School of Optometry and Vision Science.

As the owner of White Oaks Optometry, Dr. Laverty is passionate about providing her patients with a high-quality eye care experience, using her eye care knowledge and innovative technology. She has a special interest in pediatrics, although she enjoys meeting new patients of all ages. In the past, she has travelled to Ecuador to provide volunteer optometric services and looks forward to doing so again. Dr. Laverty believes in an individualized approach to eye care that reflects the unique needs of each patient. Dr. Laverty is currently a member of the Canadian Association of Optometrists and the Ontario Association of Optometrists.

When she isn’t at the clinic, Dr. Laverty likes to keep active, cycling and running, and enjoys spending time with her husband and daughters.

Dr. Robert Sharpe was born and raised in London, Ontario. He graduated from the School of Optometry, University of Waterloo, in 1987 with a Doctor of Optometry. That same year, he opened his private, independent practice. In 1994, Dr. Sharpe graduated from the ocular therapeutics program at Northeastern State University Oklahoma.

Dr. Sharpe’s main focus in his career has always been to serve others. He understands the importance of getting to know each of his patients and their unique eye health needs well so that he can provide high-quality care. Dr. Sharpe is equally committed to the service of others in his personal life and maintains memberships in various service clubs and organizations, as well as the church.

When he has some spare time, Dr. Sharpe enjoys fishing on the beautiful Great Lakes and participates regularly in fishing derbies. He has memberships in the Bluewater Anglers Association, the Western Ontario Fish and Game Club, and the Long Point Bay Anglers Association.

Lori brings over 19 years of experience to the White Oaks Optometry team. She is the face behind most of the administrative work including insurance plans. She knows our patients by name and they have become like “family”. Lori is always happy to go the extra mile when it comes to our patients. Outside of the clinic Lori enjoys spending time with her family, and traveling to sunny destinations.

Lori is always looking forward to meeting and welcoming new patients to our office and providing them with the knowledge she has gained over many years.

Megan joined our eye care team in 2020. She is no stranger to corrective eyewear and has worn glasses since early childhood. She always loved choosing a new frame and now she gets to help patients choose a frame they love every day.

Megan’s favorite part of coming to work is helping new contact lens wearers overcome those first time jitters and experience clear vision.

When not at the clinic, she can be found in a cozy spot reading a book or hanging out with her son watching a movie.