3 Best Optometrists in Newcastle

“Dr Julio Fuentes completed his Bachelor of Optometry at the University of New South Wales. He has more than 20 years of experience in the optometry field. He is therapeutically trained and holds additional qualifications and endorsements to prescribe scheduled medicines for the treatment of eye conditions and diseases. He offers bulk-billed eye examinations for the whole family. Dr Julio Fuentes has a great sense of caring for his clients by using advanced technology that ensures his patients receive the best possible care and treatment. Sight Savers is a family-owned and independent business operated by Julio Fuentes. Their professional eye care team will ensure that their patient visit is pleasant and comfortable. Their team aim to support everyone, no matter their circumstances. Sight Savers also offers seniors discounts, gap-free options, reduced-cost optical imagery and ongoing discounts for their loyal clients. In addition, their first-time patients will qualify for their discounted frame packages.”

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“Dr Paul Dougherty is a certified optometrist in the Charlestown location. He received a Bachelor of Optometry in 1981. Dr Paul Dougherty uses the leading technology to treat his patients. He provides visual field and glaucoma testing, comprehensive and diabetic vision examinations, focusing ability, cataracts, clear vision, and amblyopia. Dr Paul Dougherty handles patients at Charlestown Eyecare. Charlestown Eyecare provides the advantages of being part of a large optometric group. They can offer the personalised optometric service that their patients have come to expect. They are passionate about their work and are dedicated to clinical excellence through continuing education and training. Charlestown Eyecare accepts all health funds. At their office, buy one pair of full glasses & get a second pair free.”

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“Dr Heidi Hunter is a registered optometrist in Newcastle. She earned her Bachelor of Optometry in 2001. Dr Heidi is on the national board and is the NSW President of the not-for-profit Cornea & Contact Lens Society of Australia and the NSW/ACT President of Optometry Australia. Her interests include myopia control and anything and everything to do with contact lenses. Dr Heidi Hunter also enjoys the challenge of solving problems people are having with their existing glasses, including multifocal (progressives). She is the Managing Director of Custom Eyecare Newcastle. Custom Eyecare Newcastle is an independent optometry practice that provides you with unique and exceptional patient care. They have the latest technology for accurate diagnosis and monitoring of eye conditions. Custom Eyecare Newcastle can test eye muscle alignment, coordination, strength and stamina in both adults and children to exclude binocular vision dysfunction.”

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