Dr. Ajani and her staff are proud to be part of the Cornell Community in Markham,
Ontario. Our goal is to keep your eyes healthy and happy.
We are a family focused optometry practice that strives to provide the best eye care to all of our patients. Your
satisfaction and comfort are our highest priority at Cornell Optometry.
We are located in the Cornell community of Markham in Ontario, Canada. You can reach us directly by phone, fax or email.
You can fill out the form provided on our Contact page to make a quick inquiry. If you would like to see a map of our
location visit the Contact page where all of our contact details are listed.
Dr. Serena Ajani
Meet Dr. Serena Ajani, the dedicated optometrist behind Cornell Optometry. Dr. Ajani opened her full-service family clinic in December 2012 to bring exceptional eye care to the Markham community she has called home for 18 years.
Her journey began at the University of Toronto (B.Sc. in Biology), followed by the Southern College of Optometry, where her academic excellence earned her a scholarship every single year. Through rigorous clinical rotations, she specialized in the detection and treatment of serious eye conditions, including diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and macular degeneration.
Dr. Ajani holds advanced therapeutic certifications in both Canada and the U.S. and remains connected to her industry through the Canadian and Ontario Associations of Optometrists. When she isn’t helping patients protect their vision, she loves travelling, reading and spending time with her two daughters.
Dr. Roshani Gnanaseelan
Dr. Roshani Gnanaseelan has been a resident of the Markham community for over 20 years. She received her Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Waterloo. She then attended the New England College of Optometry in Boston, Massachusetts, where she received her Doctorate of Optometry. During her clinical rotations, Dr. Gnanaseelan has trained in various hospital settings, Boston community health centers and private practices.
Upon graduating Optometry school, Dr. Gnanaseelan was selected to complete a competitive residency program in Cornea and Contact Lens at the New England College of Optometry. She trained in the application and fitting of specialty contact lenses for myopia management as well as managing ocular surface and/or corneal diseases. Dr. Gnanaseelan has trained in many prestigious institutions throughout her residency such as Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Boston Medical Center, and Boston Foundation for Sight.
Dr. Gnanaseelan is also fluent in Tamil and looks forward to serving the Cornell community! Dr. Gnanaseelan is very excited to provide comprehensive eye care as well as specialty contact lens service, including orthokeratology and other myopia management. In her spare time, she enjoys being surrounded by friends and family, travelling, as well as trying new food!
Christine
Meet Christine, a cornerstone of the Cornell family for the last 9 years! From answering your calls and emails to ordering contact lenses and helping you pick the perfect frames for your favorite outfit, she does it all. When she gets a quick break, you’ll find her catching up with Dr. Ajani and Erika over a hot cup of tea, diving into intense chats about life and the latest Netflix releases.
Aryanna
Meet Aryanna, who has been with us for a year now! Yes, your eyes aren’t deceiving you—she is indeed Dr. Ajani’s older daughter. Currently a Grade 11 student, she balances school with helping us out on Wednesday afternoons and during her summer breaks. Aryanna stays busy pre-testing patients, making reminder calls, and lending a hand wherever needed. When she’s off the clock, you’ll most likely catch her shopping at the mall or fueling up with a Starbucks run!
Erika
Say hello to Erika, who has been keeping our office running smoothly for the last 2 and a half years! Known as “Ms. Erika” to our little ones, she handles everything from your phone calls and emails to ordering contact lenses and styling you with the perfect new frames. When the lunch bell rings, you can find her relaxing with a cup of coffee and chatting about life and TV favorites with Dr. Ajani and Christine.
