Business Details
35 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Optometrists in Keilor for Comprehensive Eye Care
At Wicks Eyecare, we have been dedicated to providing comprehensive and personalized eye care to families in Keilor and surrounding areas for over 30 years. Our practice combines advanced diagnostic technology with a patient-centred approach, catering to patients of all ages from infants to seniors. We specialise in thorough eye exams, paediatric vision care, ocular disease management, and innovative treatments like orthokeratology. Our team of experienced optometrists and optical dispensers prioritises early detection of vision issues, offering tailored solutions including myopia control, dry eye therapy, and behavioural optometry.We maintain a strong commitment to community outreach through free screenings and partnerships with local schools while providing emergency eye care services when urgent attention is required. With evening appointments available and a focus on patient education, we aim to make eye health accessible and understandable for every individual.
Services
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Paediatric Eye Care
Dry Eye Management
Orthokeratology
Ocular Disease Management
Contact Lens Fitting
Emergency Eye Care
Behavioural Optometry
Frame Selection
Myopia Control
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in family-focused optometry care
- Our practice uses advanced diagnostic technology for precise assessments
- Specialised paediatric services include myopia control and vision therapy
- We provide urgent eye care for emergencies with same-day appointments
- Community partnerships ensure accessible eye health education for all
Services
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Our thorough eye exams assess visual acuity, eye health, and potential vision changes using advanced diagnostic technology. We detect early signs of ocular diseases while evaluating prescription needs for glasses or contact lenses. The exams include detailed assessments of eye coordination, focusing ability, and peripheral vision to ensure complete eye health evaluation.
Paediatric Eye Care
Specialised eye exams for children from infancy through adolescence focus on vision development and learning-related visual skills. We diagnose and manage common issues like myopia, amblyopia, and visual processing disorders. Our child-friendly approach includes behavioural vision assessments and myopia control strategies to support academic and developmental needs through regular monitoring.
Orthokeratology
Custom-designed ortho-k lenses reshape the cornea overnight to correct myopia and astigmatism without surgery. This non-invasive treatment provides clear daytime vision while slowing myopia progression in children. The reversible process involves precise corneal mapping and ongoing monitoring to ensure optimal vision correction and eye health maintenance.
Dry Eye Management
Advanced diagnostic testing identifies specific causes of dry eye syndrome through tear film analysis and meibomian gland assessment. Personalised treatment plans combine artificial tears, prescription medications, and in-clinic procedures like light therapy. We also provide lifestyle recommendations to address environmental factors affecting tear production and ocular surface health.
Ocular Disease Management
Specialised management of conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy using state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment. We implement early intervention strategies and coordinate co-management with specialists for surgical cases. Regular monitoring combined with patient education ensures effective long-term management of chronic eye diseases to preserve vision.
People
Michael Wicks
Optometrist
Qualified from The University of Melbourne in 1989, Michael has practiced optometry for over 30 years. He established Wicks Eyecare in 1991, developing expertise in paediatric vision care and myopia management while maintaining a patient-centred approach to family eye health.
Na Pham
Optometrist
Therapeutically endorsed optometrist with extensive experience in myopia management and dry eye treatment. Specialises in orthokeratology fittings while providing comprehensive eye care for patients of all ages through evidence-based clinical practices and patient education.
Amy Higginbotham
Optometrist
Therapeutically qualified optometrist with expertise in ocular disease management and contact lens fittings. Combines corporate and independent practice experience to deliver personalised eye care solutions while maintaining professional development in emerging optometry technologies.
Val Psaltis
Practice Manager
Brings extensive administrative experience from Commonwealth Bank to practice management. Oversees daily operations while ensuring smooth patient experiences through efficient appointment scheduling and team coordination in this family-focused optometry practice.
Keeley Wicks
Optical Dispenser
Qualified optical dispenser with expertise in frame selection and lens technology. Provides personalised eyewear solutions while combining technical knowledge with customer service skills to ensure optimal visual comfort and style for patients.
Questions
What age should children have their first eye exam?
We recommend infants have their first comprehensive eye exam between 6-12 months, with follow-ups at preschool age and annually during school years for optimal vision development.
Do you offer emergency eye care services?
Yes, we prioritise urgent eye problems including injuries, infections, and sudden vision changes with same-day appointments available for emergency cases.
What is orthokeratology used for?
Ortho-k lenses correct myopia and astigmatism overnight while slowing myopia progression in children, providing clear daytime vision without glasses or contact lenses.
How do you manage dry eye syndrome?
We use advanced diagnostic testing to identify specific causes, then create personalised treatment plans combining artificial tears, prescription medications, and in-clinic procedures like light therapy.
What eye diseases do you manage?
Our practice manages glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and cataracts through early detection, regular monitoring, and co-management with specialist surgeons when required.
Are evening appointments available?
Yes, we offer extended hours on Thursdays until 8:00 PM to accommodate working patients while maintaining regular weekday hours from 9:00 AM-5:30 PM.
