Business Details
20 Years
experience
Comprehensive Eye Care and Premium Eyewear in North Lakes
Established in 2006, North Lakes Optometry is an independent Australian-owned optometry practice dedicated to prioritizing eye health over retail sales. Our practice focuses on comprehensive ocular health examinations, utilizing advanced diagnostic technologies like Optical Coherence Tomography and digital retinal photography. We specialize in eye examinations for all ages, including pediatric vision care, glaucoma and diabetic screening, and low vision assessments. Our team offers professional contact lens fitting and aftercare, supported by decades of clinical expertise and academic research. We provide premium-quality spectacle frames from respected international manufacturers without designer brand markups, ensuring durability and comfort.Our commitment to transparency avoids sales tactics, focusing instead on delivering value through high-quality lenses with advanced coatings. As a ProVision group member, we combine convenience with personalized care while maintaining independence from corporate optometry chains. Our optometrist, Dr. Simon Little, contributes to pediatric eye care through partnerships with Queensland Children's Hospital and specializes in vision needs for individuals with Down syndrome. We maintain strict quality control by avoiding discounted or aged inventory, ensuring all products meet our standards. This philosophy has sustained our practice as a trusted alternative to commercialized optometry services.
Services
Eye Examinations
Contact Lens Fitting
Glaucoma Screening
Low Vision Assessment
Premium Eyewear
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We provide comprehensive eye examinations using state-of-the-art diagnostic technology
- Our optometrist holds a PhD in contact lens research and clinical expertise
- Specialized pediatric vision care aligned with Queensland Children's Hospital
- Premium-quality lenses with advanced heat and scratch-resistant coatings
- Transparent pricing with no sales gimmicks or discounted inventory
Services
Eye Examinations
Comprehensive ocular health examinations for all ages using advanced diagnostic technology. Our exams screen for eye diseases like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy while assessing visual acuity. The process includes visual field screening and retinal photography to detect abnormalities early, ensuring optimal eye health outcomes through timely intervention.
Contact Lens Fitting
Specialized contact lens consultations and fittings performed by an experienced optometrist with PhD-level expertise. We offer solutions for complex prescriptions and provide ongoing aftercare to ensure comfort and eye health. Our service includes education on proper lens handling and maintenance while using high-quality materials that maintain ocular surface integrity.
Low Vision Assessment
Tailored assessments for individuals with partial sight or registrable blindness. We provide specialized optical devices and adaptive strategies to maximize remaining vision. The service includes personalized training to improve daily living activities while collaborating with other healthcare professionals to create comprehensive vision rehabilitation plans.
Children's Vision Care
Specialized vision assessments for children including developmental eye condition screening. Our service addresses binocular vision anomalies and provides eyewear solutions for unique facial features. We collaborate with Queensland Children's Hospital for complex cases while offering ongoing monitoring to support educational performance through optimal visual system function.
Premium Eyewear
High-quality European and Japanese-made spectacle frames without designer brand premiums. We offer titanium and acetate options with advanced lens technologies including freeform multifocals. Our selection includes sports vision solutions and specialized frames for individuals with Down syndrome, ensuring proper fit and comfort through professional dispensing services.
People
Dr Simon Little
Optometrist
PhD-qualified optometrist with 25+ years experience in contact lens research and pediatric vision care. Developed specialized interest through Manchester Royal Eye Hospital and Queensland Children's Hospital collaborations. Author of contact lens textbook chapters and industry innovator since 2006.
Melanie Little
Business Manager/Optical Dispenser
Key operational leader managing day-to-day practice functions while providing expert optical dispensing services. Ensures quality control for all eyewear products and maintains the practice's commitment to personalized patient care through professional service delivery.
Questions
What services does North Lakes Optometry offer?
We provide comprehensive eye examinations, contact lens fittings, glaucoma and diabetic screenings, low vision assessments, and premium eyewear solutions in a relaxed environment.
Do you accept health insurance?
Yes, we process claims through HICAPS instant health fund claiming for all major Australian health insurers as well as Department of Veterans Affairs claims.
Are your optometrists qualified for children's eye exams?
Our optometrist has specialized pediatric training through Queensland Children's Hospital and Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, with 20+ years experience in developmental vision assessment.
What makes your eyewear different?
We offer premium European and Japanese frames without designer brand markups, including specialized options for sports, Down syndrome facial features, and high-performance lens technologies.
What are your extended hours?
We offer Thursday appointments until 8:00 PM and Saturday morning sessions from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM for patient convenience.
