Raymond Terrace NSW

Latest News

• New release 2018 frame models are now in store!
• The Age Related Eye Disease Study 2 (AREDS-2): What are the benefits of taking Macutec - Innovative Protection for your Eyes? For more information on Macular degeneration, the AREDS 2 study and protecting the eyes, please click here.
• The Latest from Maui Jim Feb 2016
• The Dangers of Blue Light Sep 2015
• Prestigious Award for Former Dungog High Student Apr 2012
• Investment in Eyecare Recognised at Raymond Terrace

Location

Parking is available on William Street, where there is a 1 hour time zone. 3 hour parking is available in the parking station off Sturgeon Street as well as across the road in the Woolworths carpark.

We are proud to give back to the global community by supporting Optometry Giving Sight (OGS).

More than 600 million people around the world are blind or vision impaired simply because they do not have access to eye examinations and glasses. OGS targets this need, training local eye health professionals and providing low cost consultations and glasses to those who may otherwise remain untreated.

For more information about this fantastic initiative, please ask us in store or see the Optometry Giving Sight web site here.

Why trust us for your eyecare?

1. Your Vision - Our Focus
   Our staff's primary focus is on giving you the best vision possible. Our optometrist Peter Scher (Bsc.BOptom, Grad.Cert.Oc.Ther) is therapeutically qualified and a member of the OAA and ACBO.
   
   He is a specialist in aviation vision and is a credentialed optometrist for the Civil Aviation Safety Authority.
   
   We specialise in the assessment and management of glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetic vision care.
2. Advanced Lens Technology
   Both Peter and Kirra have trained at the prestigious Essilor University in Paris, France. The facility specialises in the latest generation of digital lens technology, allowing the practice to prescribe Eyecode Lenses, which give the clearest and most comfortable vision available.
3. Beautiful, Award Winning Eyewear
   We are an official dealer for Gucci, Jimmy Choo and many of the world's best frame designers.
   
   When selecting eye wear, our experienced staff will guide you in choosing the correct size, shape and style for your skin and hair colouring, and the shape of your face. To learn more about the process, please visit us in store.
4. Behavioural Optometry
   Peter is a member of the Australian College of Behavioural Optometrists.
5. Contact Lenses
   We only fit the best contact lenses from reputable brands such as CooperVision, which are high in oxygen permeability and most comfortable to wear.
6. Ocular Medicines Prescribing
   We are the first and only practice in Raymond Terrace to be able to prescribe ophthalmic medicines.
   
   Peter is qualified to administer and prescribe schedule 2, 3 or 4 medicines for the treatment of eye pathology.
7. Ultra Violet (UV) Protection
   We specialise in the best sun protection and can show you how to reduce your risk of cataract, pterygium and macular degeneration.
8. Laser Vision Co-Management
   We work with the Hunter's top laser vision specialists and are involved in the care of pre and post operative laser vision patients.

Below you can see an interactive panoramic tour of our practice, displayed as part of Google Street View.

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DIGITAL SCREEN LIFE

Just 2 hours in front of a digital screen can cause your eyes to feel strained and dried out. The average Australian spends 10 hours a day staring at some form of screen.

Learn more about your screen life HERE

Common Vision Problems

Trouble seeing for distance or near? We have the solution for you.

Trouble seeing for distance: If you are short sighted, long sighted or have astigmatism we have the solution for you. For more info please see here.

Trouble seeing for near: If you require glasses for reading, there are many more options than just single vision lenses. If you want more options, click here.

Trouble seeing outdoor glare: Sometimes you need more than one option if you work in different light conditions outside. Want to explore more. Click here.

Trouble with kids vision and lenses not lasting very long: If you want tougher lenses, we have many options available. For more info please see here.

Trouble adapting to progressive lenses: Have you tried progressive lenses and had a bad experience with them, or just could not adapt? There are many options available. For more info, click here.

Trouble with blue light and computers: Do you spend hours on digital equipment every day and concerned about the damage this could be doing to your eyes. There is a solution. For more info, click here.

Eating For Good Eye Health

Regularly eating these foods can help lead to good eye health:

• Leafy greens like spinach and kale
• Brightly coloured fruit like oranges and vegetables like carrots
• Nuts, eggs and beans
• Salmon, Tuna and other oily fish

These foods contain the nutrients omega 3, fatty acids, Luton, zinc and vitamins C + E.

Recipes

Loaded Spinach Salad
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Baked Lemon Salmon
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236 KB PDF | 21-9-2016

Orange, Walnut, Goats Cheese and Mixed Greens Salad with Fresh Citrus Vinagrette
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122 KB PDF | 21-9-2016

More information

Talk to your Eyecare Plus optometrist about the importance of a healthy diet and your eye health.

If you'd like to make an appointment please call us on (02) 4983 2124 during business hours or click here to request an appointment via the website.

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Macular Degeneration

Macular degeneration, often age-related macular degeneration (AMD or ARMD), is a medical condition that usually affects older adults and...

results in a loss of vision in the center of the visual field (the macula) because of damage to the retina. It occurs in "dry" and "wet" forms.

Macular degeneration is a major cause of blindness and visual impairment in older adults (>50 years). It can make it difficult or impossible to read or recognize faces, although enough peripheral vision remains to allow other activities of daily life.

For more information give us a call on (02) 4983 2124 or visit the website of the Australian Macular Degeneration Foundation here.

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Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a common eye disease that can lead to permanent vision loss and blindness if it is not detected and treated early.

The World Health Organization has identified glaucoma as the second leading cause of blindness in the world and the leading cause of irreversible blindness.

For more information give us a call on (02) 4983 2124 or visit the website of Glaucoma Australia here.

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Cataracts And UV Damage

A cataract is a clouding of the eye's natural lens, which lies behind the iris and the pupil.

Cataracts are the most common cause of vision loss in people over age 40 and is the principal cause of blindness in the world. In fact, there are more cases of cataracts worldwide than there are of glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy combined.

For more information give us a call on (02) 4983 2124 or download a useful FAQ sheet here.

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Pterygium

A pterygium is a triangular-shaped lump of tissue with blood vessels that grows from the conjunctiva (the thin membrane that covers the white of the eye) on to the cornea (the clear central part of the eye). Pterygia frequently occur in both eyes, usually on the side of the eye closer to the nose.

For more information give us a call on (02) 4983 2124 or visit this website.

Diabetic Eye Disease

Diabetic eye disease refers to a group of eye problems that people with diabetes may face as a complication of diabetes. All can cause severe vision loss or even blindness.

For more information give us a call or download a useful FAQ sheet here.