I have a complex eye situation and I need "the best" to look me. I feel that I've found that here…read more My first visit with Jim Kokkinakis included a thorough eye exam and discussion about my eye concerns. I have had previous surgeries to my eyes which have given me dry eye syndrome, conjunctival scarring and scleral thinning. I cannot wear normal contact lenses. The last time I tried it was very scary... I literally had to run to a chemist for eye drops and then to the bathroom to take them out because I had intense pain and pulling sensations. I have tried medications including restasis with minimal improvement. My last hope is scleral lenses which are extremely expensive customised lenses that trap a layer of fluid between the eye surface and the lense. The fitting process is intricate and takes a patient person, and although it's not over yet I'm hoping for a positive outcome. Either way I appreciate the dedication of the Eye Practice and I highly recommend them. (They have some nice frames too) :)

The service at The Eye Practice is second to none and I would thoroughly recommend them to anyone…read more Being a client of 8 years I have experienced brilliant service from the moment I phoned up to make an appointment, to browsing for frames. Highly comprehensive with their eye checks. I am an Ortho K client, which basically means I wear hard contact lenses at night, that prevent my vision from getting worse, without having to wear contacts or glasses during the day. The staff at the Eye Practice explained to me thoroughly what the process involved and I have been satisfied tremendously for years. Great range of both sunglasses and prescription glasses but most importantly very professional and genuine service.

Rocked into this shop at 10-45am looking for an impromptu eye exam on a Sunday morning. I was…read moresuprised that they had staff available. (I noticed blood in my eye on Wednesday morning and it hadn't receded so thought it better to be safe than sorry). There were two shop staff. One took my details and medicare information, and asked me to come back a little-after-11 when the optometrist would be available. I came back around 11-15am, and whilst I had a little bit of wait, standing around whilst the two staff served other people glasses/prescriptions, when they were free they acknowledged that I had been waiting and informed the optometrist that I was waiting to be seen. The optometrist herself was extremely sweet and friendly, and made sure that I was comfortable with each of the tests she performed. She was reassuring and explained the equipment and what to expect before she conducted the tests (e.g. one of the tests is a pressure test where the machine blows air into your wide open eye --- she warned me what to expect so I wouldn't freak out --- yes I still freaked out hahaha, but at least I was ready for it). I never knew that optometrists had such sophisticated equipment (I went through 4 separate machines for tests), and it was great to get a macular check at the same time. The final high resolution eye scan cost $75, and isn't covered by medicare, but the rest of the standard testing was all covered. I found the optometrist very skilled, reassuring and informative. It meant the whole experience which could have been daunting was instead very straightforward, calm and easy. If you are worried about your eyes and need a check up, I would gladly recommend visiting this OPSM, it was an enjoyable experience and the staff were attentive and professional. They also stock a wide range of prescription glasses and frames.

As someone who has worn glasses for close to 40 years, OPSM is pretty familiar territory to me…read more Back in the day, OPSM was really the only choice when you needed glasses. There were a few independent eyewear suppliers around but only OPSM had a big enough range of frames to make sure you could get something that didn't make you look like a total dork (which was much more difficult back then). Having said that, I did spend my entire childhood looking like a total dork... but that wasn't because of my glasses, that was just me. These days there are competitors to OPSM. Some of them are cheaper. Some of them are faster... but you know, for the total package of price, quality and service, you just can't go past the old faithful. The range is good. The service is good. They give free lifetime adjustments (which is great when your chosen sport involves being hit in the head with a metal bar). The in house optometrists have done my eye checks since I moved to Hornsby 20 years ago. Now they do my kids eye checks as well (fortunately, all normal... my short sightedness has been cancelled out by my wife's long sightedness resulting in perfect vision). I buy my frames and lenses here. I still look like a total dork but its not because of my glasses. Its still just me.

Should've gone to Clovelly Optical Simply the best optical…read morestore in Sydney for all of your eye care needs (and I travel across Sydney for that very reason). I must have purchased twenty frames/lenses over the years from everyday eye wear to sunglasses to specialist sports eye wear. Tony is a 'genius' dispenser and specialises in tricky prescriptions. I always seem to find the perfect, high quality fashion frames and nobody can get your lenses as thin and clear as Tony. Tell him Scott sent you.

Where to start , i first came to this optometrist back in March 2011 to enquire about getting…read morecontact lenses & ended up here cause it was conveniently close to my work at the time . They were super friendly and helpful in describing to me the different types that there was, i opted for the 1 monthlies for peice of mind of just put my contact lenses in once a month !! I live close to Hurstville & work in Alexandria now, but I've kept coming back to this same optometrist every 6 months for a check up and a new batch of contact lenses . You'll have to meet the staff for yourself to know what i mean i when i say that i look forward for my 6 months check up or even don't mind popping in & saying Hello when I'm in the westfeilds for something else !! I was here today to go from contact lenses back to the wearing glasses.. i guess only cause i was self conscious before but now I'm not fussed with it . So if your looking for an inviting, friendly & helpful Optometrist give this one a go !!

My mother's glasses broke 3 days after we arrived in Australia for three weeks and just a couple of…read moredays before we were set to leave for New Zealand. The broken hinge wasn't able to be fixed and the other optical shops couldn't make a pair of glasses quickly or find suitable replacement frames that would fit her older style of lenses. I found this shop on Google and took a chance. One of the owners - Shahe Nazarian - greeted us and took care of us in the most professional manner. My mother is 75, anxious, particular, and is in the beginning stages of Alzheimer's. Shahe was so patient and kind and reassuring. She took her time finding us a selection of frames that would fit the shape of my mother's lenses. She always worked with a smile even when my mother repeated her worried questions or when she had trouble communicating clearly. Her husband, Joseph Nazarian took care of placing the lenses into new frames and fitting them to my mother's face. I was so worried that my mother wouldn't be able to see properly for the rest of our trip. Her condition makes her very resistant to change and at first she was reluctant to embrace these new glasses, but I think it will all work out and I truly appreciate the kindness of everyone at this shop. They made a difficult situation a success.

I went here to make a pair of specs. Very good service by the young chap running the store. It's a…read morefamily biz which has been around for a while. Was recommended a frame that was very suitable for my face and the lens recommendation too was of top quality, with blue light blocking embedded into the glass itself (not just a film applied). Cheaper than OPSM too. Worth supporting this family business over the big chains. If you have an OPSM prescription or eye test done there, they can use that info as well by calling up OPSM.

Fixed my wife's broken glasses using existing lenses and new frames. A lifesaver while we are…read moretraveling.

Awesome customer service, prompt, efficient and friendly. Only downside is the range isn't huge for…read moreguys, but the prices are pretty damn good. They said a week and half for glasses which is a bit longer than I normally wait for at OPSM. The optometrist was very good, explained everything in plain simple English... Which is not very common when dealing with medical professionals

This optometry practice has been around for so long. I remember coming here when I was a little…read moregirl; and the practice was in Darling Street; whereas now the establishment is in Victoria Road. Very professional, and very thorough when you come for those routine eye examinations. There is an abundance of choice on different frames of glasses to wear; and they are popular among many of the adult locals in the Rozelle-Balmain area. Comfortable, professional and inviting space that I would recommend to anybody who perhaps has not had their eyes examined in a long time; to those who feel anxious when going to the optometrist - almost to the point to how many of us feel when going to the dentist; and particularly for those who wear glasses and contact lenses. Sally was fantastic with my mum in particular when she wore glasses; and also for a period of time when I had to wear a contact lense in my left eye only. Her patience in teaching me how to use them was spectacular. Would definitely recommend this establishment to anyone who needs their eyes checked, and also to ensure that they are wearing the right glasses for their current vision levels.

I like to have a pair of glasses for each day and I have now found a store to cater to my glasses…read morefetish. Basically one pair of Designer Frames with lenses at my Optometrist was $550 with a rebate. The lenses are terrible and they constantly fog up. I love the frames but I can tell the glasses were just thrown together. Also the fact that the optometrist rang me close to harrassment to try out some Contact Lenses for free , of course. I had to avoid him in the street. Not long after I find this cool place and I love that I can get 2 pairs of specs for less than $400 with no rebate. I hadnt heard of Bailey Nelson until they opened in the Shire . Since googling, Im well impressed. Story goes , a couple of hipsters started the business in Bondi and like to help people save money, so they cut out all the unneccessary middlemen. At B&N They rang my previous Optometrist to confirm my prescription and had the glasses made up in a week . Its not my imagination but the lenses are really clear and I wasnt asked if I want the works , like Fog Free, Glare Free, Scratch resistant , Break Free etc . Honestly the BS that we have to answer , who would say no ? No Im good thanks I want my glasses to fog and break easily . As I know that it costs about a dollar to make them and you are all parasites but lets waste more time. How thin would you like to go ? well I still want to resemble Coke Bottles of course NOT. They dont do this at B&N . Also they dont have a big neon sign on the side to advertise their brand . Its descretely displayed on th inside of the arm. Im thinking they would update quite regularly as they are fashion forward . The same colours come in different frames for different shapes etc. Makes so much sense to me. I will always buy my glasses here now.