Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Optometrists in Ashburton, VIC
Ashburton Eyecare has been dedicated to providing comprehensive eye care for families in the Ashburton community since 1965. Our practice combines decades of expertise with advanced technology to deliver personalized optometric services tailored to patients of all ages. Led by principal optometrist Dario Canale, therapeutically endorsed with over 20 years of experience, we specialize in children's vision assessments, adult eyecare, myopia control, and ocular disease management. Our team prioritizes patient education, clear communication, and customized solutions for glasses, contact lenses, and vision therapy.With a focus on early disease detection and preventative care, we utilize sophisticated diagnostic equipment to ensure optimal eye health outcomes. Our optical dispensers bring extensive knowledge in frame selection and lens technology, offering the latest European and Asian designer styles. We maintain a family-centric approach, addressing intergenerational eye health needs while fostering trust through consistent, high-quality service delivery.
Services
Family Eyecare
Children's Vision
Adult Eyecare
Frames & Lenses
Contact Lenses
Sunglasses
Eye Exams
Myopia Control
Vision Training
Eye Disease Screening
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of continuous service to the Ashburton community
- Our principal optometrist is therapeutically endorsed with 20+ years experience
- We specialize in children's vision assessments and myopia control programs
- We offer comprehensive eye disease screening using advanced diagnostic technology
- Our optical team provides expert frame and lens selection guidance
Services
Family Eyecare
Ashburton Eyecare provides complete family vision services addressing intergenerational eye health needs. Our team conducts thorough assessments for all ages, detecting early signs of ocular diseases while offering customized corrective solutions. We integrate patient history, general health factors, and advanced diagnostics to create personalized treatment plans that promote lifelong visual wellness for entire families.
Children's Vision
Specialized pediatric eye examinations focus on developmental vision needs beyond basic sight correction. We assess visual efficiency, eye coordination, and processing skills critical for academic success. Our myopia control programs utilize proven methods including atropine therapy and orthokeratology to slow progression of short-sightedness in growing children through evidence-based interventions.
Adult Eyecare
Comprehensive adult eye examinations combine disease screening with lifestyle-specific vision solutions. We manage age-related changes, detect systemic health indicators through ocular signs, and provide tailored corrective options including digital eyestrain solutions. Our approach addresses occupational visual demands while monitoring for glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic eye disease through regular preventive check-ups.
Frames & Lenses
Our optical dispensers offer expert guidance in selecting premium frames and advanced lens technologies. The practice stocks contemporary European and Asian designer collections alongside performance eyewear. We provide customized lens solutions for multifocal needs, digital device use, and sports applications, ensuring optimal visual comfort combined with aesthetic satisfaction through precise fitting and material selection.
Contact Lenses
Specialist contact lens fittings cater to diverse visual needs including myopia control, astigmatism correction, and keratoconus management. We offer comprehensive training for new wearers and maintain strict hygiene protocols for lens handling. Our inventory includes daily disposables, extended wear options, and specialty designs, with ongoing support for successful long-term contact lens use through regular follow-up assessments.
People
Dario Canale
Principal Optometrist
With over 20 years in optometry, Dario specializes in paediatric vision, myopia control, and ocular therapeutics. He holds postgraduate qualifications in ocular therapeutics and manages complex eye conditions including infections and inflammations.
Sasha
Practice Manager
Sasha oversees daily operations and optical inventory management. Currently studying Cert 4 in Optical Dispensing, she specializes in frame selection guidance and contact lens training for new wearers.
Glenda
Optical Dispenser
With 34 years in the optical industry, Glenda provides expert frame and lens recommendations. She specializes in matching patients with contemporary eyewear solutions from the practice's extensive designer collection.
Amy
Optical Dispenser
Amy brings technical expertise in lens technology and frame selection. With experience since 2013, she focuses on finding customized eyewear solutions that balance visual performance with aesthetic preferences for patients.
Questions
What services does Ashburton Eyecare offer for children?
We provide specialized pediatric eye exams assessing visual development, myopia control, and learning-related vision skills. Our services include vision therapy programs and customized corrective solutions tailored to children's unique eye health needs.
Do you offer myopia control treatments?
Yes, we provide evidence-based myopia control options including low-dose atropine therapy, orthokeratology, and multifocal contact lenses to slow progression of short-sightedness in children through personalized treatment plans.
What areas do you service?
We serve patients from Ashburton, Glen Iris, and surrounding suburbs. Our practice provides comprehensive eye care for families across Melbourne's eastern regions through convenient location access.
How can I book an appointment?
You can book appointments through our website's online booking system or by calling our practice directly at 03 9885 1659 during business hours for immediate assistance.
What payment options are available?
We operate on a fee-for-service basis with payment required at consultation time. We accept major credit cards and process private health fund claims through HICAPS for instant rebates.
