Business Details
Your Trusted Eyecare Experts in Consett
Founded in Consett, County Durham, Specsure Opticians has established itself as a trusted independent eyecare provider. Our family-run practice combines decades of industry expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver tailored eyecare solutions. With an onsite manufacturing laboratory, we offer rapid access to advanced lens options including varifocals, bifocals, and specialist prescriptions. Our team of qualified professionals holds accreditation in diabetic eye disease screening and collaborates closely with regional eye hospitals to ensure comprehensive patient care. We prioritise time-intensive consultations, allowing thorough assessments of vision health and lifestyle needs.Investment in diagnostic equipment supports precise testing for conditions like glaucoma and macular degeneration. Our frame selection balances designer brands with exclusive affordable ranges, complemented by a dedicated children's collection. As active participants in local glaucoma and cataract schemes, we maintain strong clinical partnerships to enhance patient outcomes. Our approach combines technical excellence with personalised service, demonstrated through our complimentary fundus photography programme for preventative care.
Services
Eye Examinations
Contact Lens Fittings
Same-Day Lenses
Hearing Assessments
Frame Selection
Highlights and features
- We offer same-day prescription lenses through our onsite manufacturing laboratory
- Our team holds specialist accreditation in diabetic eye disease screening
- We provide complimentary fundus photography for preventative eye health monitoring
- We stock exclusive children's frames with free NHS entitlement options
- We maintain specialist referral pathways with Newcastle and Sunderland eye hospitals
Associations and certifications
- Diabetic Eye Disease screening accreditation
What people say
Knowledgeable optometrists
Rapid lens replacement
Excellent aftercare
Children's eyewear range
Preventative screening
Services
Eye Examinations
Our comprehensive eye examinations combine traditional techniques with digital diagnostics. Using retinoscopy and Snellen chart testing alongside digital retinal photography, we assess visual acuity and ocular health. The process includes intraocular pressure measurement for glaucoma screening and slit lamp biomicroscopy to examine anterior eye structures. Each consultation lasts sufficient time to discuss patient history, symptoms and lifestyle requirements, ensuring accurate prescriptions and early detection of systemic conditions.
Contact Lens Fittings
We specialise in fitting various contact lens types including daily disposables, monthly wear and varifocal designs. Our practitioners conduct thorough ocular topography assessments to determine optimal lens geometry. Patients receive comprehensive training in insertion, removal and hygiene practices. We offer trial lenses for comfort evaluation and maintain follow-up schedules to ensure long-term ocular health while using corrective lenses.
Same-Day Lenses
Our onsite laboratory enables rapid production of single vision, bifocal and high prescription lenses. Utilising digital freeform technology, we create precision lenses within hours. This service benefits patients requiring urgent replacements or those with complex prescriptions unsuitable for standard stock lenses, particularly advantageous for occupational or mobility-dependent individuals.
Hearing Assessments
Our audiology services include pure tone audiometry and tympanometry testing. Using calibrated equipment, we diagnose hearing thresholds across frequencies and assess middle ear function. The assessment identifies conductive, sensorineural or mixed hearing loss patterns, with specialist referral pathways available. We offer microsuction wax removal as a precursor to accurate hearing evaluation.
Frame Selection
Our dispensing team provides expert frame matching based on facial geometry, prescription requirements and lifestyle factors. We stock designer brands alongside exclusive budget ranges, with particular emphasis on children's eyewear. The selection process considers material durability, adjustability and optical centration requirements, ensuring both visual performance and aesthetic satisfaction through professional fitting adjustments.
People
Zag Sharif
Principal Optometrist
Zag has been our principal optometrist since 2006. He specialises in children's vision development and diabetic eye disease, having gained accreditation for diabetic eye screening in 2007. His leadership has been crucial in establishing partnerships with regional eye hospitals, enhancing our clinical capabilities in glaucoma and cataract management through local specialist schemes.
Georgina
Practice Manager
With extensive experience in optical practice management, Georgina oversees our daily operations. She ensures seamless coordination between clinical and administrative teams, maintaining our high service standards while implementing operational improvements to enhance patient care efficiency across all practice areas.
Amy
Head of Operations & HR
Amy manages our human resources and operational infrastructure. Her focus includes staff development programmes, compliance with optical industry regulations, and implementing policies to support our team's professional growth. She plays a key role in maintaining our practice's accreditation standards and fostering a supportive working environment.
Questions
How long does an eye examination take?
Our comprehensive eye tests typically take 30-45 minutes, allowing sufficient time for thorough assessment and discussion with your optometrist.
Do you offer emergency lens replacements?
Yes, our onsite laboratory provides same-day lenses for urgent needs, including complex prescriptions unavailable through standard stock.
Can I get help choosing suitable frames?
Our qualified dispensing team provides expert frame matching assistance considering your facial features, prescription and lifestyle needs.
Do you provide children's eye care?
We specialise in paediatric vision care, offering free NHS children's frames and early detection of developmental vision issues.
What hearing services are available?
We offer comprehensive audiology assessments including pure tone testing, microsuction wax removal and hearing aid consultations.
How quickly can I receive new glasses?
Most spectacles are ready within 24-48 hours thanks to our onsite laboratory's digital manufacturing capabilities.
