Business Details
Expert Optometrists in Cardiff Providing Lifelong Eye Care
R N Roberts Opticians, based in Cardiff, has been a trusted provider of comprehensive eye care services since 1995. Our team of highly qualified optometrists and dispensing opticians, including specialists with decades of experience, is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of patient care. We utilise advanced diagnostic technology, including 3D OCT scanning, to ensure accurate assessments and tailored treatment plans. Our services range from routine eye examinations to specialised solutions for dry eye, myopia management, and low vision support. As an accredited practice under the Wales Eye Care Services, we combine clinical expertise with a commitment to accessibility, offering customised eyewear and contact lens fittings to meet diverse patient needs.Our directors actively contribute to the optical industry through research collaborations and partnerships with leading manufacturers, ensuring our patients benefit from cutting-edge innovations. With a focus on long-term eye health, we provide both NHS and private services, supported by flexible payment options and a dedicated Total Care Plan for contact lens wearers.
Services
Eye Examinations
Contact Lenses
Spectacles
Dry Eye Assessment
Myopia Management
Low Vision Aids
OCT Scanning
Paediatric Dispensing
Safety Eyewear
Lacrimal Syringing
Highlights and features
- Cardiff's longest-established optometric practice since 1995
- Specialist Dry Eye Clinic with advanced diagnostic equipment
- MiSight 1 Day contact lenses for clinically proven myopia control
- Expert dispensing for complex prescriptions and paediatric needs
- Accredited providers of Wales Eye Care Services and low vision aids
Associations and certifications
- Wales Eye Care Services (WECS)
- Low Vision Service Wales
Services
Eye Examinations
Our comprehensive eye examinations assess both vision correction needs and ocular health. Using advanced diagnostic equipment, we detect early signs of conditions like glaucoma and macular degeneration while determining precise spectacle prescriptions. The examination includes retinal photography and 3D OCT scanning for detailed structural analysis, ensuring thorough assessment of eye health.
Dry Eye Assessment
Specialist evaluation for dry, irritated or watery eyes using advanced diagnostic tools. We identify underlying causes through tear film analysis and ocular surface evaluation. Treatment plans may include lid hygiene regimes, artificial tears, or prescription medications, with follow-up care to monitor improvement and adjust interventions as needed for long-term comfort.
Myopia Management
Clinically proven myopia control using MiSight 1 Day contact lenses. This evidence-based programme slows eyeball elongation in children through dual-focus optical design. Regular monitoring tracks progression with annual axial length measurements. The service includes professional fitting, hygiene training, and ongoing support through our dedicated Total Care Plan subscription service.
Contact Lenses
Custom contact lens fittings for all vision requirements including astigmatism, presbyopia and keratoconus. We offer daily disposables, extended wear options and specialist RGP lenses. The Total Care Plan includes replacement lenses, solution supplies, and regular aftercare appointments to ensure optimal eye health and lens performance.
Low Vision Aids
Specialist assessment for patients with significant vision loss uncorrectable by standard glasses. We provide magnifiers, telescopes and enhanced lighting solutions through the Low Vision Service Wales. The service includes device training and home adaptation recommendations to maximise remaining vision and improve quality of life for patients with conditions like macular degeneration.
People
Chris Ellis
Optometrist and Company Director
BSc qualified optometrist with 35+ years experience, specialising in contact lens fitting. Holds hospital clinic at University Hospital of Wales since 2005. Former WOPEC examiner with expertise in complex ocular cases.
Rowanne Black
Optometrist
Independent prescribing optometrist specialising in ocular medicine. Qualified in Wales Eye Care Services assessments. Provides expert low vision aid prescriptions and manages complex eye disease cases with medication authorisation.
Louise Rymon-Welsh
Dispensing Optician
Fellow of British Dispensing Opticians with specialist interest in paediatric dispensing. Ensures cutting-edge lens technology through manufacturer collaborations. Focuses on facial asymmetry solutions and complex prescription requirements.
Mark Medcraft
Dispensing Optician
Expert in specialist dispensing for complex prescriptions. Specialises in ptosis props and lundi loops. Maintains technical excellence through regular manufacturer consultations and advanced fitting techniques for challenging cases.
Deborah Hart
Optometrist
Specialist in dry eye and medical retina conditions. Former charity worker in Mongolian eye hospitals. Regular BBC Wales eye health contributor with extensive south Wales practice experience.
Questions
What eye examinations do you offer?
We provide NHS and private eye exams, contact lens fittings, young adult assessments, and specialist dry eye evaluations using advanced diagnostic technology.
Do you have myopia control options for children?
Yes, we offer MiSight 1 Day contact lenses with proven 59% myopia progression reduction, available through our Total Care Plan subscription service.
Can you help with complex spectacle prescriptions?
Our specialist dispensing team handles complex prescriptions, facial asymmetry cases, and paediatric dispensing with access to premium lens technologies.
Are you accessible for patients with visual impairments?
We provide low vision assessments under the Wales Eye Care Service, offering free magnifiers and telescopes on long-term loan for eligible patients.
What dry eye treatments are available?
Our Dry Eye Clinic offers advanced diagnostics and tailored treatments including lid hygiene regimes, prescription medications, and environmental adaptation advice.
