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Your Trusted Optometrist in Hamilton
Established in 2001, Glenn Howell Optometrist has been serving the Hamilton community for over two decades, with a second practice opening in Casterton in 2017. Our team of highly trained optometrists and support staff specialise in comprehensive eye care, offering services ranging from routine eye examinations to advanced treatments for vision-related dizziness and migraines. We hold therapeutic endorsements and maintain memberships with professional bodies including the Australasian College of Behavioural Optometrists and the Cornea & Contact Lens Society of Australia.

Our practice combines cutting-edge technology with a commitment to community engagement, having supported local events and sporting clubs for over 20 years. We prioritise patient education, providing detailed reports and collaborating with GPs to ensure holistic healthcare. With extended appointment times and strict hygiene protocols, we deliver personalised care tailored to individual needs, including myopia control for children and neuro-optometric assessments for post-concussion patients.
Services
Eye Exams Contact Lenses Children's Vision Behavioural Optometry Dizziness Treatment
Details
  • Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
  • We offer 25 years of local optometry expertise in Hamilton
  • Our team holds therapeutic endorsements for advanced eye care
  • We provide neuro-optometric assessments for dizziness and migraines
  • We maintain strict hygiene protocols with extended appointment times
  • We support local community events and sporting clubs annually
Associations and certifications
  • Australasian College of Behavioural Optometrists (ACBO)
  • Cornea & Contact Lens Society of Australia
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Services
Eye Exams
Comprehensive eye examinations using advanced diagnostic technology. Our optometrists assess visual acuity, eye health, and potential vision disorders. We conduct specialised tests for children, athletes, and patients with dizziness or migraines, ensuring accurate prescriptions and early detection of eye diseases.
Contact Lenses
Custom contact lens fittings for all vision needs. We offer solutions for astigmatism, presbyopia, and keratoconus. Our practitioners provide training on proper lens handling and care while ensuring optimal comfort and visual clarity through precise corneal measurements.
Children's Vision
Specialised vision assessments for children aged 3+. We screen for developmental issues, learning-related vision problems, and binocular vision disorders. Our team provides myopia management strategies including orthokeratology and atropine therapy to slow progression of shortsightedness.
Behavioural Optometry
Neuro-optometric assessments for visual processing disorders. We treat patients with reading difficulties, spatial awareness issues, and post-concussion vision syndrome using specialised lenses, prisms, and vision training programs to improve visual-motor integration.
Dizziness Treatment
Specialised evaluation of vision-related dizziness. Our practitioners assess visual-vestibular integration issues following concussions or neurological events. We implement tinted lenses, prisms, and visual exercises to alleviate symptoms of vertigo and spatial disorientation.
People
Dr Glenn Howell
Optometrist
BScOptom, GCOcTher (Melb), GCOptom (UNSW), FACO. Therapeutic Endorsement holder with CASA credentials. Specialises in neuro-optometric vision care and behavioural optometry, serving Hamilton since 2001.
Jo Howell
Practice Manager
BN (ACU), Grad Dip Bus Adm (Latrobe). Oversees practice operations with 20+ years' experience in healthcare management. Coordinates community outreach programs and patient care services.
Dr Hugo Tang
Optometrist
OD, BSc with therapeutic endorsement. Provides comprehensive eye care services, specialising in contact lens fittings and paediatric vision assessments. Joined the practice in 2015.
Karen Krause
Receptionist & Optical Assistant
Supports patient care with optical product knowledge and appointment coordination. Has served the Hamilton community for over 10 years, assisting with frame selection and lens options.
Val Harvey
Receptionist (Casterton)
Manages Casterton practice operations with 8+ years' experience in healthcare administration. Coordinates outreach services to Balmoral, Coleraine, and surrounding districts.
Questions
How do I book an eye examination?
Book online via our website, use the Myhealth1st app, or call 03 5572 2185 during business hours. Urgent appointments available same-day when needed.
What services do you offer for children?
We provide comprehensive eye exams for children aged 3+, myopia management, vision screening for school readiness, and treatment for learning-related vision issues.
Do you handle eye emergencies?
Yes, call us immediately for urgent eye issues. For after-hours emergencies, visit the nearest hospital emergency department with our referral.
What payment options are available?
We process Medicare rebates on-site for eligible consultations. Payment required at time of service, with glasses paid upon collection.
Do you offer home visits?
We provide outreach services to Balmoral, Coleraine, and other regional areas on scheduled dates. Contact us for specific appointment availability.
What makes your practice unique?
25 years' local experience, therapeutic endorsements, neuro-optometric assessments, and community-focused care with two convenient locations across South West Victoria.
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Reviews (3)
Murray Rogerson
Jan 25, 2021 Report
Very good topical conversation
Relevant content
Open presentation
Catagorize with more point form. Needs a little more empathy to make sure the message hits the target as it is a difficult subject
Peter Sutherland
Aug 08, 2020 Report
Good honest professional assessment ,all issue well explained and follow up service for frame selection excellent
Brett
Jun 03, 2019 Report
Visiting Hamilton when a nose pad broke on my glasses. Called in and not only replaced the missing nose pad, but replaced the other while I waited. Great service. Would highly recommend.