Business Details
16 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Opticians in Crickhowell
Established in 2010, Crickhowell Optometrists is an independent practice dedicated to comprehensive eye care. Our team combines over 15 years of professional expertise with advanced diagnostic technology to deliver precise and preventative vision solutions. Specialising in contact lens fittings and ocular health assessments, we serve both NHS and private patients with a commitment to accessibility and quality. Our practice holds accreditation for WGOS examinations, ensuring urgent eye care needs are met to national standards. Located in a Grade 2 listed building on Crickhowell's award-winning High Street, we blend historic character with modern optometric innovation.Our services include glaucoma screening, diabetic retinopathy monitoring, and low vision assessments, supported by Optical Coherence Tomography for cellular-level retinal imaging. With a focus on community engagement, we partner with national recycling schemes to promote sustainability. Our optical assistants provide tailored eyewear advice, ensuring patients receive both technical excellence and personalised care. This combination of experience, technology, and community values establishes us as trusted local specialists in vision health.
Services
Eye Examinations
Contact Lens Fitting
Designer Eyewear
OCT Scanning
Low Vision Assessments
Urgent Eye Care
Spectacle Recycling
Contact Lens Recycling
Glaucoma Screening
Diabetic Eye Checks
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of optometry experience with postgraduate glaucoma qualifications
- Our practice utilises state-of-the-art OCT scanning technology
- We provide both NHS and private eye care services
- Our team includes specialists in medical retina conditions
- We hold WGOS accreditation for urgent eye problem assessments
Associations and certifications
- WGOS Examinations
- WGOS Low Vision Assessments
Services
OCT Scanning
Our Optical Coherence Tomography scans provide non-invasive retinal imaging to detect early-stage eye conditions. This technology visualises retinal layers at near-cellular resolution, enabling precise monitoring of changes over time. Patients benefit from enhanced diagnostic accuracy for conditions like glaucoma and macular degeneration.
Contact Lens Fitting
We specialise in comprehensive contact lens fittings and supply. Our optometrists provide expert guidance on lens selection and fitting techniques. Patients receive detailed instruction on proper lens handling and care routines for optimal eye health.
Eye Examinations
We offer both NHS and private eye examination services. Our comprehensive assessments evaluate visual acuity and ocular health. Examinations include digital retinal imaging and intraocular pressure measurements to ensure complete vision evaluation.
Low Vision Assessments
Our WGOS-accredited low vision assessments help patients with sight impairments. We evaluate remaining vision capabilities and recommend adaptive solutions. This service includes specialist optical devices and practical vision enhancement strategies.
Urgent Eye Care
We provide WGOS-registered urgent eye problem assessments. This service addresses acute eye conditions requiring immediate attention. Patients benefit from rapid access to specialist diagnostic equipment and treatment pathways.
People
Irena Kovaleva
Optometrist
Irena Kovaleva established Crickhowell Optometrists in 2010 after graduating from Cardiff University. With over 15 years' experience, she holds postgraduate qualifications in glaucoma and medical retina. She previously taught optometry students and serves 4,000+ patients annually.
Kelly Bromwell
Optical Assistant
Kelly Bromwell brings local knowledge and customer service expertise to our team. Based on a working farm in Crickhowell, she connects with our rural community while providing expert eyewear assistance and contact lens guidance to patients.
Questions
Do you offer both NHS and private eye examinations?
Yes, we provide both NHS and private eye examination services to suit different patient needs.
What is included in your eye examination?
Our comprehensive exams include visual acuity testing, retinal imaging, intraocular pressure measurement, and ocular health assessment using advanced diagnostic technology.
Can you help with urgent eye problems?
We offer WGOS-registered urgent eye assessments for acute conditions. Outside our hours, contact Hereford Emergency Eye Clinic on 01432 355444 ext.1766.
Are there recycling options for old spectacles?
We partner with national recycling schemes to accept all brands of old spectacles and contact lenses for responsible disposal.
What are your opening hours?
We're open Monday 9:30-17:30, Tuesday 9:30-13:30, Wednesday & Thursday 9:30-17:30, and Friday by appointment only.
