About

Dr. Christopher John Lyons is a distinguished Ophthalmologist practicing at BC Children’s Hospital, F316, Department of Ophthalmology, 4480 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC, V6H 3V4. With over 40 years of experience, he is recognized for his expertise in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus, providing advanced medical and surgical eye care to children and youth across British Columbia. Patients and families are encouraged to share their experiences and write a review to help others discover trusted ophthalmology services at BC Children’s Hospital.

Special interest

His medical interests include pediatric ophthalmology, strabismus (eye misalignment), amblyopia (lazy eye), congenital eye abnormalities, ocular genetics, and rare eye diseases. He is also actively involved in research on strabismus genetics and binocular vision, contributing to advancements in pediatric eye care and evidence-based treatments.

Education and training

Dr. Lyons graduated from the University of London in 1982, completed residency training in Ophthalmology, and pursued subspecialty training in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus. He is a Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of British Columbia and is licensed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia.

Practice address

BC Children's Hopsital

  • BC Children's Hospital, F316, Dept. of Ophthalmology, 4480 Oak St, Vancouver, BC, V6H 3V4

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Kaia Bloom
August 31, 2025
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Punctuality - Yes
Detail-oriented - Yes
Professionalism - Yes
Polite and caring - Yes
Discrimination - No
Quality medical care - Yes
Professional team - Yes
Recommend - Yes
I find the page useful - Yes

Dr Lyons is like the eye guru of Vancouver—cool, collected, and wildly precise. I came in feeling like my vision was stuck in a snow globe: blurry, chaotic, and mildly panic-inducing. He broke it all down with zero jargon, just straight-up clarity and calm vibes. The procedure? Smooth as jazz. Post-treatment, I’m seeing the world like it’s been freshly debugged. If your eyes are throwing shade, Dr Lyons brings the sunshine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

He specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus, treating children with eye misalignment and congenital conditions.

Yes, he conducts research on strabismus genetics and binocular vision, contributing to global advancements in pediatric eye care.

Absolutely, he provides comprehensive care for amblyopia (lazy eye), including diagnosis, monitoring, and tailored treatment plans.

He is a Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, teaching and mentoring future eye specialists.

Yes, families are encouraged to write reviews to help others make informed decisions about pediatric ophthalmology services.

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