Business Details
Your Trusted Optometrists in Bangor, County Down
Established with over 50 years of collective experience, our practice in Bangor, County Down, combines traditional customer service values with cutting-edge technology to deliver personalized eye care solutions. Our team of skilled optometrists utilises advanced scanning equipment for comprehensive eye examinations, enabling early diagnosis of retinal conditions through ultrasound imaging. We provide tailored optical services for all ages, from childhood eye health to age-related vision care, ensuring precise prescriptions and NHS-compliant examinations.Our commitment to innovation extends to premium lens technology, designer frames, and specialist contact lens fittings, supported by direct consultant referrals for complex ocular conditions. With a focus on both clinical excellence and patient comfort, we maintain a dedicated hour for each eye examination to ensure thorough assessment of common disorders like glaucoma, cataracts, and diabetic retinopathy.
Services
Eye Examination
Contact Lenses
Frames
Lenses
Eye Conditions
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of combined optometric experience in Bangor.
- Our practice utilises advanced retinal scanning technology for early disease detection.
- We provide tailored optical solutions for patients from childhood to later years.
- We conduct one-hour comprehensive eye examinations for precise diagnosis.
- Our team holds enhanced qualifications for managing complex ocular conditions.
Services
Eye Examination
Our one-hour eye examinations utilise advanced retinal scanning technology to detect conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, and diabetic retinopathy. The process includes precise prescription determination and ocular health assessment for patients of all ages. We provide both NHS and private examination options with direct consultant referrals when required.
Contact Lenses
We offer specialist contact lens fittings using corneal mapping technology for rigid gas permeable, orthokeratology, and custom soft lenses. Our optometrists provide tailored solutions for astigmatism, presbyopia, and keratoconus with ongoing aftercare support included in our lens care packages.
Frames
Our frame selection includes premium collections from Luxottica, Armani, and Ray-Ban alongside eco-friendly William Morris designs. Our optical assistants help choose styles that complement facial features while meeting practical vision correction requirements across all budgets.
Lenses
We supply single vision, varifocal, and digital device-specific lenses from premium brands like Essilor and Hoya. Options include high-index materials for strong prescriptions and Eye Zen Boost lenses tailored to accommodate natural age-related vision changes with progressive enhancement.
Eye Conditions
Our practice specialises in managing conditions including glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. We utilise ultrasound retinal scanning for early diagnosis and collaborate with hospital consultants to expedite treatment through direct scan transmission and coordinated referrals.
People
Orla Ramsden
Principal Optometrist and Practice Owner
BSc (Hons) MCOptom SCRS qualified optometrist with 20 years' practice experience. Oversees clinical standards and patient care delivery while maintaining professional development in ocular disease management.
Victoria Reid
Associate Optometrist
BSc (Hons) MCOptom with Med Ret Cert qualification and over 20 years' optical experience. Specialises in contact lens fittings and paediatric eye care, maintaining advanced clinical competencies through continuous professional education.
Questions
What eye examinations do you offer?
We provide comprehensive eye exams using advanced retinal scanning technology, with one-hour appointments to assess vision needs and detect conditions like glaucoma or diabetic retinopathy.
Do you offer NHS eye examinations?
Yes, we provide NHS eye examinations for eligible patients including children under 16, adults over 60, and those with diabetes or glaucoma.
What frame brands are available?
We stock designer collections from Luxottica, William Morris, Armani, and Ray-Ban, offering styles from classic to contemporary in innovative materials.
How do you handle eye emergencies?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, we prioritise urgent cases during operating hours and coordinate hospital referrals for acute ocular conditions.
