Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Optometrists in Melbourne
Eyecareplus Springvale has been a trusted provider of comprehensive optometric care in Melbourne since 1999. Founded by Denise Lee, a highly qualified optometrist with advanced postgraduate training in behavioural optometry, myopia management, and dry eye treatment, the practice combines cutting-edge technology with personalized care. Our team, including experienced optometrists and support staff, specializes in addressing complex vision needs such as keratoconus, myopia progression, and binocular vision disorders.We utilize advanced diagnostic tools like OCT 3D retinal scans and Optos ultra-wide imaging to ensure precise assessments. Committed to community well-being, we support initiatives like The Fred Hollows Foundation and provide tailored vision therapy programs for children and adults. Our focus on education, prevention, and innovative treatments has established us as a leader in eye health across Melbourne.
Services
Dry Eye Examination
Myopia Management
Behavioural Optometry
Keratoconus Treatment
Vision Therapy
OCT Scans
Contact Lens Fitting
Binocular Vision Assessment
Pediatric Eye Care
Low Vision Aids
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer advanced myopia management with evidence-based treatments like Ortho-K and low-dose atropine.
- Our practice utilizes cutting-edge technology including OCT 3D retinal scans and Lenstar biometry.
- We provide specialized dry eye treatments such as IPL therapy and Lipiflow for lasting relief.
- Our team includes internationally certified myopia management specialists with decades of clinical experience.
- We deliver personalized vision therapy programs tailored to individual learning and developmental needs.
Services
Dry Eye Examination
Our dry eye specialists conduct comprehensive evaluations using advanced diagnostics like meibography and tear osmolarity testing. We identify underlying causes through patient history, symptom questionnaires, and specialized scans to create personalized treatment plans. With technologies like the Oculus Keratograph5, we analyze meibomian gland function and corneal health to address both immediate discomfort and long-term ocular surface disease management.
Myopia Management
We offer evidence-based interventions for progressive myopia using Lenstar biometry and axial length monitoring. Treatment options include Ortho-K contact lenses, low-dose atropine therapy, and specialized spectacle lenses like DIMS technology. Our programs combine clinical treatments with lifestyle guidance to reduce progression rates by up to 67%, focusing on children aged 3-16 while also addressing adult-onset cases through customized management strategies.
Vision Therapy
Our structured vision therapy programs address binocular vision disorders and learning-related visual issues. Through a combination of in-office sessions and home exercises, we improve eye coordination, focusing abilities, and visual processing skills. The 6-24 week programs utilize both traditional techniques and digital tools to enhance visual efficiency for academic performance, sports, and daily activities across all age groups.
Keratoconus Treatment
We specialize in managing keratoconus through scleral contact lenses and corneal cross-linking referrals. Our diagnostic suite includes corneal topography and tomography to monitor progression. We fit specialized rigid gas permeable lenses that vault the irregular cornea, while also providing post-operative care for intracorneal ring segments and coordinating surgical interventions when necessary to preserve vision and corneal integrity.
Behavioural Optometry
Our behavioural optometry services address vision-related learning difficulties and visual-motor integration issues. Through comprehensive assessments, we identify binocular vision anomalies and visual processing deficits. Treatment programs incorporate prism lenses, vision therapy, and environmental modifications to improve reading ability, concentration, and academic performance for children and adults with visual stress or developmental visual challenges.
People
Denise Lee
Principal Optometrist
Denise Lee graduated with a Bachelor of Optometry in 1996 and has completed multiple postgraduate qualifications including a Master in Behavioural Optometry. She established Eyecareplus Springvale in 1999 and specializes in myopia control and dry eye management. Fluent in Chinese dialects, she actively contributes to optometric education and clinical research.
Carolyn Lin
Optometrist
Carolyn Lin graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2009 with therapeutic endorsement. She has extensive experience in ocular disease detection and myopia management across diverse patient demographics. Fluent in Mandarin and Cantonese, she brings expertise from both corporate and independent practice settings to her clinical work.
Hai Lee
Practice Manager
Hai Lee has served as practice manager since 2008, combining engineering expertise with customer service excellence. He oversees operational efficiency while maintaining strong community connections. His bilingual capabilities and commitment to patient care enhance the practice's service delivery standards.
Giang Tran
Vision Therapy Assistant
Giang Tran has supported patient care since 2006, blending accounting expertise with compassionate vision care. Currently studying vision therapy, she assists with dry eye management and contact lens fittings while providing culturally sensitive support to diverse patient groups.
Questions
What makes your myopia control program unique?
Our program combines Lenstar biometry with personalized treatment plans using Ortho-K, low-dose atropine, and specialized lenses to reduce progression by up to 67%.
Do you treat children with learning-related vision issues?
Yes, our behavioural optometry services address binocular vision disorders through comprehensive assessments and customized vision therapy programs.
What dry eye treatments are available?
We offer IPL therapy, Lipiflow, Blephasteam, and in-office debridement procedures alongside personalized home care regimens.
Can keratoconus be managed without surgery?
Yes, we fit specialized scleral contact lenses and coordinate cross-linking treatments to stabilize corneal shape and preserve vision.
Are vision therapy programs covered by insurance?
While not covered by Medicare, some private health funds provide rebates for our evidence-based vision therapy sessions.
What technology do you use for eye exams?
We utilize OCT 3D retinal scans, Optos ultra-wide imaging, and dneye biometry scanners for comprehensive, early disease detection.
Reviews (5)
Maddy Walters
Mar 16, 2021
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I suffer from quite severe dry eyes, I was really pleased to find a specialist optometrist, like Dr Lee, who could treat my condition. I have been going to Dr Lee for over four years, and my eye condition has improved dramatically. Dr Lee is a compassionate practitioner and is a consummate professional in her field. I highly recommend Dr Lee and her team
Kim Tran
Dec 16, 2019
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These guys blew me away with their professionalism and level of customer service. They did charge me $25 for an image of my eyes however it was so they can have a record of its current health status to have something to compare the next time I visit. Amazing people and a very caring optometrist.
Kristine Hudson
Jun 12, 2019
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Extremely professional, attentive, and got me a great deal for my first pair of glasses! Highly recommend.
Elizabeth Watson
Jan 05, 2019
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I dont understand the miserable posts I have read here. I attend that clinic fairly often, and find everyone extremely professional, courteous and kind. My GP referred me to that clinic, and I have only ever been referred by him to excellent specialists who have always given me very good care. I wonder if those people complaining about costs have any idea of the cost of the equipment used there. I also wonder if they spend a lot of their time complaining rather than being happy.
Stacy Li
Jun 15, 2018
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Very bad business after many years of going to this optometrist I am very disappointed in their service and loyalty and pricing to their customers 1st your general eye test should be bulk billing but they charge $30 on top of bulk billing for 1 eye normal photo every year for general eye examination, 2nd they talk you into a second eye test which is bulk billing plus $70 for 1 3D photo so in saying that they charge you double bulk billing form the government and then cash in hand! and if you dont buy their product they will start using scare tatctics to scare you into buying their product
