Dr. Tiffany Tang
Having moved around Canada since childhood, Dr. Tang fell in love with the warm, welcoming city of Guelph when she began working here almost 20 years ago. A long-time associate at the practice, she is now the proud owner.
Dr. Tang is a spicy food fanatic and a couple of her favourite spots around town include Na Ha Thai’s Kitchen and Crafty Ramen. She likes to offset her love of good food by sportsing on the weekends, playing roller derby, ball hockey and more recently ice hockey. Most of the time though, you’ll find her with a coffee in her hand, cheering on her kids at the hockey rink, soccer pitch or rugby field - go Gryphs go!
The best part of her job is connecting with patients, looking after their eye concerns, and sharing a great “dad” joke.
Dr. dana smart
Dr. Smart joined Royal City Optometry in 2022 but she is a Guelph native (a third generation Sacred Heart graduate in fact!).
She completed her Doctor of Optometry at the University of Waterloo, and her training included an ocular disease externship in Miami, Florida. Now, she brings her talents back to the Royal City where she is excited to provide comprehensive eye care to people of all ages.
Dr. Smart is a huge Raptors fan, a musician and an illustrator. When she’s not catching up on Curb Your Enthusiasm, she’s out on the trails with her Korean rescue dog, Soda. Her favourite small businesses in Guelph include With the Grain and Miijidaa, but nothing tops her mom’s beef stew as her all-time favourite meal.
Dr. rachel bruns
Dr. Bruns joined Royal City Optometry in 2022. She grew up in Newmarket, then came to Guelph for her undergraduate degree and has wanted to live here ever since (and who can blame her?).
After completing a Masters of Vision Science from the University of Toronto, Dr. Bruns decided that she wanted a more hands on approach to eye care and went on to complete her Doctor of Optometry from the University of Waterloo. She enjoys all areas of optometry, but especially pediatrics and working with our young patients to see their very best.
Dr. Bruns spends her free time renovating her “fixer upper” house and raising her young family. She loves a great cappuccino from Why Not Italian? (our neighbours) and you might run into her La Cucina where she will be enjoying their pasta and dreaming of a vacation in Sardinia.
betty
A person who needs no introduction, most of you will know Betty as the wonderful, consistent presence at the office, assisting patients in person and over the phone. She’s also the office wizard when it comes to the trickiest eyeglass repairs!
Betty loves to make quilts for her loved ones, flex her vocal chops with a local choir and catch live music whenever she can. When she’s not catching up with her circle of friends of 55 years (!), she likes to unwind with a bowl of salty pretzels and watch the latest Marvel movie.
In the warmer months, Betty kindly shares her vegetable bounty with the rest of us who have black thumbs. The next time you see her at RCO, give her your best tips for keeping the rabbits out of her garden!
Brittany
Brittany is one of our office administrators, so she is often the first friendly voice you hear when you contact the practice.
A Guelph native and Centennial CVI alumni, Brittany has lived elsewhere for several years, but always finds her way back. Lucky for her most of her loved ones here so she spends her free time roaming the Guelph Farmer’s Market or sharing a meal with them at La Reina. Her other favourite stops downtown are Blooms and Flora and Sunday General Store. After a day of running after her toddler and twin babies, she loves a great TV binge – anything sci-fi or a rerun of Gilmore Girls.
Brittany was a personal support worker before joining our practice where she continues to help people meet their health care needs every day. She’ll be happy to book your next eye appointment!
lorraine
Lorraine is one of our office administrators and you’ll often find her keeping everything and everyone organized at our reception area.
She grew up in Midland but settled outside of Guelph where she put down roots with her husband and crew of pets (two cats, two dogs and two snakes). Halloween is her favourite holiday when she decorates her whole house, inside and out, and hosts a party for all her friends. A staycation master (she lived on an island in Muskoka!), Lorraine unwinds in her backyard oasis and enjoys reading up on the latest in optometric news.
Lorraine is a real animal lover and a vintage clothing junkie, so the next time you see her at reception make sure you show her your favourite cat video and tell her about your favourite vintage stores in Guelph!
Jo
Jo is one of our office administrators and she helps to keep everything running smoothly at reception.
She has worked in the eye care industry in Guelph for over 15 years, and though she remains a Kitchener Rangers fan (we won’t hold it against her), Jo enjoys catching OHL games in the winter and relaxing at her tiny home in Dunnville in the summer. She also tries to see her four grandchildren as much as possible, even the ones in Alberta!
Jo enjoys working with our amazing team at RCO and making sure Bon Jovi is on heavy rotation on the office playlist. She’s been in customer service for 40 years…that’s how you know she really loves working with people! Come say hi to Jo today!
Jessica
Jessica is one of our dedicated eyewear specialists and she is excited to help people of all ages shop for new glasses.
Born and raised in Fergus, Jessica is no stranger to the Guelph community. She loves to support small local businesses and some of her favourites include the Red Brick Café and Consign Your Curves. You’ll find her spending time with her young family or watching the Argos (she’s a season ticket holder!). We can always count on her to bring the best treats for the office.
Jessica worked as a pharmacy assistant for many years but was looking for a new challenge when she joined our practice. She is a true people-person, and she loves meeting new people and seeing old friends. Now she’s an eyewear fanatic and she can’t wait to help you see your best in your new glasses!
Leanna
Leanna is one of our talented eyewear specialists and she loves everything about glasses (even the nerdy optics stuff)!
She moved to the Guelph area in 2021 when she was looking for a family-oriented place to raise her young kids. We think she made an excellent choice! Since then, she’s been busy exploring local eateries like Fusion Indian Cuisine and taking her family to Strom’s Farm and Guelph Storm games. You’ll find her cheering on her kids at Little Kickers and Guelph Minor Baseball, or at the parks with her two dogs, Oliver and Scout.
Leanna is a jack of all trades and has done everything from photography to driving a school bus to dog walking. Eventually, she entered the eye care industry and is now a self-confessed eyewear addict. She can’t wait to help you find your next favourite pair of glasses!
sonia
Sonia is one of our awesome eyewear specialists and she loves all things related to health science.
Having broken both of her wrists, she now enjoys less risky activities like baking her own bread while listening to her indie favourites, Phoebe Bridgers and Mt. Joy. How do you break both of your wrists? – Skateboarding, which we think she might give up for a while.
Originally from London, Sonia settled in Guelph to be closer to friends and loved ones and enjoy the many great small businesses in town like Lucky Belly and Found Coffee. She is also an avid thrifter so you might spot her at The Patch downtown one day.
What Sonia loves most about working at RCO is making people feel comfortable and at ease coming to the eye doctor. We can’t wait for you to meet her!