Business Details
31 Years
experience
Your Trusted Optometrists in Caloundra
Byrnes Optometrists has been a trusted provider of comprehensive eye care in Caloundra since 1995. Our family-owned practice combines decades of clinical expertise with a commitment to personalized service, offering thorough examinations and tailored solutions for patients of all ages. Our team of highly trained optometrists holds advanced qualifications in ocular therapeutics, enabling us to manage complex conditions like glaucoma and prescribe necessary medications. We prioritize patient education and invest in modern diagnostic technology to ensure accurate assessments.With a focus on community care, we provide bulk billing for Medicare card holders and instant health fund rebates through Hicaps. Our dedication to quality extends to our curated selection of designer frames and safety eyewear, all while maintaining the warmth and accessibility of a local business. We allocate 40 minutes for comprehensive eye examsdouble the corporate standardto ensure no detail is overlooked. As a Veterans Affairs provider, we serve those who have served our country with the same diligence we offer all our patients.
Services
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Dry Eye Assessment
Glaucoma Management
Cataract Assessments
Diabetic Eye Exams
Driver's License Assessments
CASA Certified Pilot Assessments
Safety Glasses
Therapeutic Optometry
Children's Vision Assessments
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- Family-owned practice serving Caloundra for over 25 years
- 40-minute comprehensive eye examinations with therapeutic optometrists
- Bulk billing available for Medicare card holders
- Certified to Australian Safety Industrial Standards for safety glasses
- Curated selection of designer frames from global brands
Associations and certifications
- Veterans Affairs provider
Services
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Our 40-minute eye examinations thoroughly assess vision health, including macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetes-related eye conditions, and cataracts. Bulk billed for Medicare card holders, with specialized assessments for drivers' licenses and CASA-certified pilot vision requirements. Therapeutic optometrists provide no-gap health fund packages.
Dry Eye Assessment
Specialized evaluation of dry eye symptoms, including meibomian gland disease, blepharitis, and demodex mites. We offer targeted treatments like BLEPHASTEAM goggles and Manuka Honey Eye Drops. Our approach focuses on identifying root causes rather than temporary symptom relief.
Therapeutic Optometry
Therapeutic-endorsed optometrists manage ocular diseases and prescribe medications for conditions like glaucoma. Services include safety glasses certified to Australian Industrial Standards and therapeutic visual assessments for occupational requirements.
Children's Vision Assessments
Early detection of vision issues in children from age one. Comprehensive assessments for developmental vision needs, including CASA-certified evaluations for pilot training candidates. Emphasis on preventive care and vision development monitoring.
Designer Eyewear
Curated collection of premium frames from brands like La Fonte, Roberto Cavalli, and Calvin Klein. Expert guidance for frame selection based on facial structure and lifestyle needs, with competitive pricing through independent optometry buying groups.
People
John Byrnes
Optometrist
First-class honours graduate from QUT with 30 years' experience in private practice and ophthalmology clinics. Holds SUNY and QUT Ocular Therapeutics Certificates, specializing in glaucoma management and therapeutic prescribing.
Carmen Byrnes
Optometrist
QUT honours graduate with Ocular Therapeutics Certification. Specializes in children's vision and CASA-certified pilot assessments. Ten years' experience in ocular disease co-management with ophthalmologists.
Tiana Byrnes
Optometrist
Third-generation optometrist with Distinction in Master of Optometry from QUT. Combines academic excellence with compassionate care, focusing on patient wellbeing and aesthetic frame selection.
Roxanne
Practice Manager
Organized operations lead ensuring smooth practice management. Provides expert guidance for eyewear selection while maintaining efficient administrative systems.
Questions
How often should I have my eyes examined?
Yearly if you're 65 or over; every two years if under 65.
Do I need a referral to visit Byrnes Optometrists?
No referral is required for our optometry services.
Are eye examinations bulk billed?
Yes, examinations are bulk billed for Medicare and Veterans Affairs card holders.
Do you offer children's eye assessments?
Yes, we recommend initial assessments from age one with specialized pediatric evaluations.
What payment options are available?
We accept Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Bartercard, cash, and cheque.
Can I claim private health insurance?
Yes, instant health fund rebates are available through our HICAPS terminal.
