Business Details
45 Years
experience
Your Trusted Optometrists in Hawthorn
Pezzimenti Nixon Optometrists has been a trusted name in eye care since 1981, serving the Hawthorn and wider Melbourne community with a holistic approach to vision and eye health. Our practice combines decades of experience with advanced diagnostic and lens technologies to deliver personalized solutions tailored to each patient's unique needs. Founded by Anne and Orlando Pezzimenti, the practice is now led by Dr. Peter Nixon, who brings expertise in children's vision and behavioural optometry.We specialize in comprehensive eye exams, myopia control, vision therapy, and post-concussive care, ensuring patients of all ages receive expert, compassionate care. Our commitment to continuous learning and community service, including annual eye care missions in Nepal, underscores our dedication to excellence and accessibility in optometry.
Services
Comprehensive Eye Exam
Contact Lenses
Myopia Control
Vision Therapy
Behavioural Optometry
Post Concussive Syndrome
Kids Vision and Learning
Orthokeratology
Eyewear
Paediatric Optometry
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in holistic eye care.
- Our team uses advanced diagnostic and lens technologies.
- Specialized services for children's vision and learning.
- Custom myopia control solutions for long-term vision protection.
- Community-focused practice with annual international outreach programs.
Services
Comprehensive Eye Exam
Our detailed eye exams use advanced diagnostics to assess vision changes and eye health. We detect early signs of conditions like glaucoma and macular degeneration while providing tailored solutions for clear, comfortable sight. Patient-centric assessments ensure personalized care for all ages.
Kids Vision and Learning
Specialized care for children's vision development, including eye exams and vision therapy. We address learning-related vision issues through child-friendly testing and engaging programs to support academic and developmental success. Early intervention ensures optimal visual skills for school readiness.
Myopia Control
Advanced treatments to slow myopia progression in children. Options include orthokeratology lenses, multifocal contacts, and low-dose atropine. Customized plans combine clinical expertise with lifestyle considerations to protect long-term vision health and reduce future eye disease risks.
Vision Therapy
Personalized programs to improve eye-brain coordination for children and adults. Targeting issues like convergence insufficiency and visual processing disorders, our therapy uses engaging exercises to enhance reading ability, focus, and depth perception through structured in-office and home-based practice.
Contact Lenses
Full range of contact lens solutions including daily disposables, orthokeratology, and specialty lenses for keratoconus. Expert fittings ensure comfort and clarity while providing ongoing support for first-time wearers and experienced users seeking optimized vision correction.
People
Dr Peter Nixon
Principal Optometrist
Owner and principal optometrist with expertise in children's vision and behavioural optometry. Graduated with multiple optometry qualifications and led children's services at the Australian College of Optometry.
Dr Jess Healey
Optometrist
Doctor of Optometry with therapeutic endorsement, providing personalized care for all ages. Specializes in children's vision and glaucoma management with clinical experience across regional and metropolitan Victoria.
Dr Diana Chau
Optometrist
Therapeutically qualified optometrist offering individualized care for patients of all ages. Special interests include paediatric optometry, dry eye management, and myopia control while providing multilingual support in Mandarin and Cantonese.
Suzanne Luu
Optical Dispenser
Experienced optical dispenser with expertise in contact lens fitting and practice administration. Provides personalized eyewear solutions while managing back-office operations for seamless patient care.
Manu Shree Kshetri
Optical Dispenser
Public health professional with optometry qualifications, offering compassionate optical dispensing. Participated in international eye care missions to Nepal while providing patient-centered support in Melbourne.
Questions
How often should I have my eyes tested?
We recommend biennial exams, or more frequently if advised by your optometrist for specific conditions.
What are common signs needing glasses?
Blurred vision, reading difficulties, frequent headaches, eye strain, and concentration issues may indicate vision problems.
Do you offer bulk billing?
As a private clinic, we don't bulk bill but accept private health insurance for eyewear and process Medicare rebates for consultations.
When should children have eye exams?
Initial exam at 12 months, pre-school check at 3-4 years, and biennial exams thereafter for optimal visual development.
Can vision therapy help learning difficulties?
Yes, we assess and treat visual processing issues affecting reading and learning through customized vision therapy programs.
Do you repair glasses?
Yes, we handle minor repairs immediately and coordinate major repairs with suppliers for timely solutions.
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