McGregor Opticians

McGregor Opticians in Ashington is a well-established practice run by Lucy and Andy McGregor, independent optometrists who are dedicated to providing caring, thorough eye examinations for all ages. With the latest technology, state-of-the-art equipment, and a wide variety of respected suppliers, McGregor Opticians offers a customised approach to eye care. Our friendly experienced staff, unrushed appointment times, and home visit options make us a trusted choice for clients from Ashington, Morpeth, Newbiggin, Bedlington, and wider Northumberland, as well as those from Newcastle and beyond.

Services Offered

At McGregor Opticians, we offer a comprehensive range of services, including:

• Eye Exams: We provide comprehensive eye examinations for infants, children, and adults. Regular eye examinations are essential for maintaining good vision and eye health, and early detection and treatment of any eye conditions.
• Contact Lens Fitting: We offer a contact lens fitting service, which includes an initial assessment, fitting, and instruction on how to use and care for your contact lenses. We offer a wide range of contact lenses, including daily disposable, monthly disposable, and toric lenses for astigmatism.
• Home Visits: We offer home visits for those who are unable to visit our practice. Our home visit service includes a comprehensive eye examination, and we can bring a range of frames and lenses for you to choose from.
• Children Safety Specs & VDU Tests: We offer a range of children's safety specs and VDU tests. Children's eyes are still developing, and it's essential to protect them from harmful blue light emitted by digital devices.
• Dry Eye Treatment: Dry eye is a common condition that can cause discomfort and affect vision. We offer a range of treatments for dry eye, including artificial tears, lid scrubs, and warm compresses.
• Dyslexia/SLD Service: We offer a dyslexia/Specific Learning Difficulties (SLD) service, which includes a specialist assessment and advice on visual aids and strategies to improve reading and learning.
• Binocular Vision: Binocular vision is the ability of both eyes to work together to create a single, clear image. We offer a range of services to assess and treat binocular vision problems, including vision therapy and prism lenses.
• Low Vision Service: We offer a low vision service, which includes a specialist assessment and advice on visual aids and strategies to help those with low vision to make the most of their remaining sight.
• Diabetic Screening: Diabetes can affect eye health, and regular diabetic screening is essential for early detection and treatment of any eye conditions related to diabetes.
• Glaucoma Monitoring: Glaucoma is a condition that can cause permanent vision loss if left untreated. We offer glaucoma monitoring, including regular eye pressure checks and visual field tests.

Meet the Team

Lucy and Andy McGregor are experienced optometrists who are dedicated to providing the best possible eye care for their clients. They use the latest technology and equipment to provide comprehensive eye examinations and offer a wide range of frames, lenses, and contact lenses to suit all needs and budgets.

Opening Times

Our opening times are Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, and Saturdays, 9 am to 12 noon. We are closed on Sundays and bank holidays. In case of any eye-related emergencies, please call NHS 111.

Parking

We are delighted to inform our clients that the car park just to the South of our practice has been changed from all day to 2 hours. This car park is usually empty, as it is difficult to access, and we hope that this will make it easier for our clients to visit our practice.

Recall Letters and Texts

We will still be sending out recall letters and texts to remind our clients when their eye tests are due. If you have a family history of glaucoma or have been previously told that your eye pressures are 'borderline, ' it is important that you get tested at approximately your normal checkup interval, as glaucoma does not usually give any symptoms.