Business Details
21 Years
experience
Emergency
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Comprehensive Eyecare Services in Collingwood & Lilydale
I-Care@lilydale Optometrists was established in 2005 by a team of experienced professionals committed to delivering comprehensive eyecare services. Our practice combines over 30 years of collective expertise with advanced diagnostic technologies to address vision correction and medical eyecare needs for patients of all ages. We prioritise personalised service, ensuring each patient receives tailored solutions for optical products and ongoing eye health management.Our team maintains rigorous continuing education to stay at the forefront of optometric advancements while fostering a welcoming environment at our Collingwood and Lilydale locations. We specialise in complex contact lens fittings, emergency spectacle repairs, and preventative eyecare, serving as a trusted resource for the local community.
Services
Eye Examinations
Contact Lens Fitting
Spectacle Repairs
Vision Correction
Eye Condition Management
Children's Eyecare
Sports Eyewear
Safety Eyewear
Lens Replacement
Myopia Control
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of combined optometric experience across our professional team
- Our practice utilises advanced diagnostic technologies for precise eyecare solutions
- We provide personalised service with a focus on long-term eye health management
- Emergency spectacle repair services available for urgent optical needs
- Two convenient Melbourne locations with experienced practitioners for all age groups
What people say
Professional expertise
Thorough examinations
Personalised service
Emergency repairs
Knowledgeable staff
Services
Eye Examinations
Our comprehensive eye examinations utilise advanced diagnostic technology to assess vision quality and eye health. We detect refractive errors, monitor for age-related conditions, and provide professional advice on optical corrections. The examination process includes detailed analysis of visual acuity, focusing ability, and eye coordination.
Contact Lens Fitting
We specialise in custom contact lens fittings for complex prescriptions including astigmatism and presbyopia. Our optometrists ensure optimal comfort and vision correction through thorough corneal mapping and trial lens assessments. We offer solutions for difficult-to-fit cases and provide ongoing lens maintenance guidance.
Spectacle Repairs
Emergency spectacle repair services address broken frames and damaged lenses. Our technicians use precision tools to fix various frame materials while maintaining structural integrity. We offer same-day repairs for common issues and provide temporary solutions when parts require ordering.
Myopia Control
Our myopia management program utilises Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT) to slow short-sightedness progression. This non-surgical approach reshapes the cornea overnight using specialised contact lenses. We monitor treatment effectiveness through regular follow-up assessments and adjust protocols as needed.
Eye Condition Management
We diagnose and manage ocular conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. Our monitoring protocols combine digital imaging with manual testing to track disease progression. We coordinate care with ophthalmologists for complex cases requiring medical intervention.
People
Stephen Giacon
Optometrist
Stephen graduated in 1985 and specialises in complex contact lens fittings. He serves as Secretary of the Cornea & Contact Lens Society of Australia's Victorian Chapter, maintaining active memberships with professional optometric associations.
Sam Lauriola
Optometrist
With therapeutic optometry qualifications, Sam specialises in myopia control and ocular disease management. He completed advanced training in 2016 and holds fellowships with the Australian College of Optometry and other professional bodies.
Yalda Dehghan
Therapeutic Optometrist
Yalda graduated in 2007 with therapeutic endorsement, enabling medical eye care treatment. She contributes to international vision research through her work with the Fred Hollows Foundation and maintains active membership with the Optometrists Association of Australia.
Peter Sarandis
Optical Dispenser
Peter brings over 30 years of optical dispensing experience, completing formal qualifications at RMIT University. His expertise in spectacle lens technology and safety eyewear solutions ensures optimal optical product selection for patients' specific needs.
Karryn Cheah
Optometrist
Karryn has practiced in metropolitan and regional Victoria since 2007. She specialises in therapeutic management of ocular conditions and maintains professional development through the Cornea & Contact Lens Society of Australia and Optometrists Association of Australia.
Questions
What eyecare services does I-Care offer?
We provide comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings, spectacle repairs, myopia control, and management of eye conditions like glaucoma and macular degeneration.
Do you handle emergency spectacle repairs?
Yes, we offer emergency repair services for broken frames and damaged lenses with same-day solutions for common issues.
Can children receive eyecare services?
Yes, we specialise in children's vision assessments and offer myopia control programs to manage short-sightedness progression.
Are your optometrists qualified for complex cases?
Our team holds advanced qualifications including therapeutic optometry and specialty contact lens fitting for complex prescriptions.
What payment options are available?
We accept major credit cards and offer health fund claiming through HICAPS. Specific payment methods are listed on our website.
Do you offer online booking?
Yes, you can book appointments online for both our Collingwood and Lilydale practices through the I-Care website.
Reviews (4)
Jo Smith
Jan 14, 2022
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This is the nicest optometrist in town. Excellent friendly service. Explains everything. Takes his time. Did not push me to new lenses or frames because I didnt need them. Understood my complex eye history and I got a sexy pair of sunnies and reading glasses (that I DID need). My only qualm is that they need more cool and quirky frames. They had exactly what I needed but only because theyd brought a few interesting frames in from their lilydale stioe. More quirk for Fitzroy please!
Anthony Stedman
Jun 18, 2021
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Sam and his team are always professional and knowledgeable. Sam helped me manage a stye that was terrible with a scrip for special eye drops. A wide choice of frames in all cost bands is available and their after care service is very professional.
Michelle Tran
Dec 15, 2020
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Hands down the best and most thorough eye exam I've ever received. The staff is so friendly and welcoming - I can't emphasize that enough. Sam was absolutely fantastic during my exam; he's very informative, a delight to chat with, and he's clearly very passionate at what he does. Customer service and efficiency is top notch, HIGHLY recommend this place.
Fernando Pinheiro
Oct 30, 2020
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I went to I-Care for a routine eye exam and have no words to describe how fantastic was it. Sam was very welcoming, attentive and patient.
