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44 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Optometrist in Woonona, NSW
Woonona Eyecare has been dedicated to providing expert eye care for families in the Illawarra region since 1982. With over 80 years of combined optical and optometric experience, our team prioritises patient-centred care, ensuring every individual receives tailored solutions for their vision needs. We utilise cutting-edge technology to conduct comprehensive eye examinations, detect ocular diseases early, and offer specialised services such as myopia control, dry eye management, and paediatric optometry. Our commitment to the local community is reflected in our family-friendly approach, bulk-billing options, and collaboration with healthcare professionals to deliver holistic care.As therapeutically endorsed optometrists, we are equipped to manage complex eye conditions, including prescribing medications for infections and inflammations. Our teams passion for eye health, combined with a focus on innovation and accessibility, has made us a trusted choice for residents in Woonona and the Northern Suburbs of Wollongong.
Services
Comprehensive Eye Tests
Paediatric Optometry
Myopia Control
Dry Eye Treatment
Contact Lenses
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience serving the Illawarra community.
- Our team offers 80+ years of combined optical and optometric expertise.
- We prioritise patient-centred care with a family-friendly approach.
- We provide bulk-billing and accept all major health funds.
- Our myopia control clinic addresses childhood vision progression.
What people say
Friendly team
Experienced staff
Family-friendly environment
Prompt service
Effective children's care
Services
Comprehensive Eye Tests
Our comprehensive eye tests use advanced technology to assess vision health, detect ocular diseases like glaucoma and macular degeneration, and update prescriptions. We tailor exams to age, symptoms, and family history, offering same-day appointments for urgent issues like red or sore eyes. Therapeutically endorsed optometrists can prescribe medications for infections and inflammations.
Paediatric Optometry
Specialised care for children's vision development, including behavioural optometry and myopia management. Early detection of undiagnosed vision problems helps prevent learning delays. Our team, with expertise from the Australian College of Behavioural Optometrists, ensures children receive age-appropriate assessments and interventions to support academic and physical development.
Myopia Control
Our myopia control clinic offers innovative solutions like HOYA D.I.M.S. lenses, Ortho-K overnight contact lenses, and therapeutic eye drops. These treatments slow myopia progression in children and teens, reducing long-term risks of retinal detachment and glaucoma. Personalised plans combine optical correction with lifestyle adjustments to preserve vision health.
Dry Eye Treatment
We diagnose and manage chronic dry eye through tear film analysis, environmental adjustments, and treatments like intense-pulsed light (IPL) therapy. Our approach includes lubricating drops, warm compresses, and omega-3 supplements to alleviate symptoms such as redness, grittiness, and blurred vision, improving daily comfort and ocular health.
Contact Lenses
We provide custom contact lens fittings, including daily disposables, astigmatism-correcting lenses, and Ortho-K overnight reshaping lenses. Our optometrists guide patients through trial periods, ensuring comfort and proper insertion techniques. Options cater to all prescriptions, including multifocal lenses for presbyopia and specialty lenses for keratoconus.
People
Shane Hambling
Owner Optical Dispenser
Shane has over 40 years of experience in optical dispensing, combining expertise with a patient-focused approach to ensure clients receive eyewear tailored to their lifestyle and vision needs.
Emily Langley
Optometrist
Emily specialises in paediatric optometry and myopia control, leveraging her membership with the Australian College of Behavioural Optometrists to address children's vision development and learning-related eye health.
Brian Lau
Optometrist
Brian focuses on comprehensive eye exams and dry eye management, utilising advanced diagnostic tools to detect early ocular diseases and provide therapeutic interventions for long-term eye health.
Robert Sackett
Optical Dispenser
Robert assists clients in selecting eyewear that balances style and functionality, drawing on decades of experience to recommend lenses and frames suited to individual prescriptions and daily activities.
Jodie Speed
Optical Dispenser
Jodie combines technical knowledge with a friendly approach to help patients choose eyewear solutions, ensuring optimal fit and comfort while addressing specific vision requirements.
Questions
What services does Woonona Eyecare offer?
We provide comprehensive eye exams, myopia control, dry eye treatment, contact lens fittings, and paediatric optometry, along with bulk-billed consultations and health fund acceptance.
Do you accept health fund rebates?
Yes, we accept all major health funds and offer on-the-spot rebates through HICAPS for convenient payment processing.
Are emergency eye appointments available?
We prioritise urgent cases like red or sore eyes and aim to see patients the same day if needed.
What is myopia control?
Myopia control uses specialised lenses, eye drops, and lifestyle adjustments to slow the progression of short-sightedness in children and teens, reducing future eye health risks.
How do I book an appointment?
Book online via our website or call us at (02) 4284 1344 during business hours for flexible scheduling options.
Do you cater to children's eye care needs?
Yes, our paediatric optometry services include early vision development assessments, behavioural optometry, and myopia management tailored to children's learning and growth.
