Dr. Pola Kalinowski
In optometry school, Dr. Kalinowski stood out for both her academic and leadership contributions. She served as president of the Ocular Wellness and Nutrition Society, worked as a teaching assistant in multiple clinical labs, and earned the Paul Kohl Award for Excellence in Pediatric Optometry. She also completed certification in Orthokeratology and Myopia Management.
At Integra, she is known for her compassionate care and her ability to make patients of all ages feel heard and supported. Her calm demeanor, curiosity, and attention to detail make her especially trusted by families and those navigating long-term vision concerns.
Outside of the clinic, Dr. Kalinowski enjoys hiking, skiing, traveling, and experimenting in the kitchen. She speaks English and Polish and loves connecting with people from all walks of life.
Dr. Kalinowski is dedicated to delivering care that feels personal, thoughtful, and rooted in evidence. Her patients are in excellent hands.
Dr. Pola Kalinowski is known for her gentle approach, attentive care, and thoughtful presence. She brings a strong clinical foundation to Integra Eyecare with a special interest in specialty contact lenses, myopia management, dry eye therapy, and ocular disease.
Raised in Surrey, British Columbia, Dr. Kalinowski earned her Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Physiology from Simon Fraser University before moving to Oregon to complete her Doctor of Optometry at Pacific University, graduating with distinction. Her clinical training took her across Oregon, Washington, and back to British Columbia, where she gained hands-on experience in dry eye management, scleral lens fittings, cataract post-operative care, and complex ocular disease.
Her interest in optometry began with a personal experience. As a lifeguard and swim instructor, she struggled with blurry vision while in the water. Everything changed when her optometrist introduced her to orthokeratology lenses — a solution that gave her clear vision without needing daytime glasses or contacts. That moment sparked a fascination with vision science and planted the seed for a career dedicated to helping others see their world more clearly.
