Business Details
32 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Opticians for Comprehensive Eye Care
Gardiner Opticians, established in 1994, has been dedicated to providing high-quality family eyecare in Burgess Hill for over three decades. Under the leadership of owner and optometrist Catriona Gardiner since 2012, the practice combines advanced technology with personalized service to address diverse vision needs. Our team of experienced optometrists, dispensing opticians, and contact lens specialists prioritizes clinical excellence while offering tailored solutions for glasses, contact lenses, and myopia management. We invest in cutting-edge diagnostic tools like Optomap retinal imaging and OCT scans to ensure early detection of eye conditions.With a focus on accessibility and convenience, we provide NHS eye examinations, a wide range of affordable designer frames, and specialist lenses for complex prescriptions. Our commitment to patient education and ongoing care has earned us a reputation as a trusted alternative to high-street chains, with numerous testimonials praising our accuracy, professionalism, and customer-centric approach.
Services
Eye Examinations
Contact Lenses
Myopia Management
Spectacle Lenses
Retinal Imaging
Children's Eyecare
Frame Fitting
Glaucoma Screening
Lens Replacement
NHS Eye Tests
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined experience in independent opticianry
- Our team uses advanced diagnostic technology for precise eye health assessments
- We provide personalized service with no hidden fees or rushed appointments
- Our dispensing opticians offer expert frame and lens matching for optimal vision
- We specialize in myopia management solutions proven to slow progression by 60%
What people say
Excellent personable service
Prescriptions always spot on
Highly recommended
Thorough service
Best fitting lenses
Services
Eye Examinations
We offer comprehensive eye examinations using advanced diagnostic technology. Our optometrists check vision clarity, screen for eye conditions like glaucoma and cataracts, and detect systemic health issues through eye health assessments. Examinations include NHS-funded options and enhanced packages with retinal imaging for early disease detection.
Contact Lenses
Our contact lens specialists provide fittings for daily disposables, toric lenses, and multifocal options. We offer trial assessments, specialist lenses for complex prescriptions, and myopia management solutions. Patients receive comprehensive training on lens handling and care, with ongoing support included in our contact lens care plan.
Myopia Management
We specialize in slowing childhood myopia progression using clinically proven methods. Our MiYOSMART spectacle lenses and MiSight contact lenses reduce myopia advancement by up to 60%. This service includes regular monitoring and personalized treatment plans developed by our pediatric eyecare specialists.
Spectacle Lenses
We supply customized spectacle lenses with advanced coatings for optimal vision correction. Options include single vision, varifocal, and Seiko SmartZoom lenses designed for digital device use. Our dispensing opticians help select appropriate materials and coatings for individual visual needs and lifestyle requirements.
Retinal Imaging
Our diagnostic imaging services include Optomap ultra-widefield retinal imaging and OCT 3D scans. These technologies enable early detection of eye diseases like macular degeneration and glaucoma, providing detailed views of retinal structures that standard examinations cannot achieve, ensuring comprehensive eye health assessments.
People
Catriona Gardiner
Owner / Optometrist
Qualified from Glasgow Caledonian University in 1990, Catriona has 30 years' experience in independent opticianry. She specializes in pediatric optometry and has held hospital specialist roles since 2002, bringing expert clinical knowledge to our practice.
Bob Forrest
Contact Lens Practitioner
With over 25 years' experience, Bob specializes in complex contact lens fittings. He stays at the forefront of lens technology advancements, offering patients the latest solutions for comfort and vision correction tailored to individual eye shapes.
Helen Tigg
Senior Dispensing Optician
Helen brings 30+ years' expertise in frame and lens selection. Her extensive knowledge ensures patients receive optimal combinations of style, comfort, and visual performance, with personalized guidance through the dispensing process.
Sarah Daniels
Optometrist
Qualified from City University in 1987, Sarah has specialist expertise in contact lens fitting and hospital eye services. She combines clinical excellence with patient education to deliver comprehensive eyecare solutions.
Vicki Harvey
Optometrist
With 25 years' experience across London and the South East, Vicki specializes in clinical eyecare. Her background includes running her own practice and providing specialist glaucoma services, ensuring expert diagnosis and management of eye conditions.
Questions
What eye examination options do you offer?
We provide NHS eye tests, enhanced examinations with retinal imaging (£29-£69), and gold-standard OCT scans (£49-£89). Children receive free NHS tests with optional myopia management add-ons.
Can you help with children's vision problems?
We specialize in pediatric eyecare, offering myopia management with MiYOSMART lenses and MiSight contact lenses proven to slow progression by 60% through early intervention programs.
What eyewear options are available?
We stock designer frames from brands like Silhouette, Nike, and Lacoste, with lenses tailored to prescriptions. Our dispensing experts help select optimal frame-lens combinations for vision and style.
Are emergency eye appointments available?
Yes, we provide urgent assessments for eye emergencies like sudden vision changes or injuries, with prompt treatment or specialist referrals as needed.
Do you accept NHS vouchers?
We honor NHS optical vouchers for eligible patients, applying discounts to frames and lenses. Our staff help maximize voucher value while meeting individual vision requirements.
