Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Family Optometrists in Ashburton
Ashburton Eyecare has been dedicated to providing comprehensive eye care for families in the Ashburton community since 1965. Our team, led by principal optometrist Dario Canale with over 20 years of experience, specialises in tailored eyecare solutions for patients of all ages. We combine advanced diagnostic technology with a patient-centred approach to address vision needs, from routine examinations to managing complex eye conditions. Our services extend beyond clinical care to include a curated selection of designer eyewear and contact lenses, ensuring both functionality and style.With decades of local expertise, we prioritise clear communication and thorough patient education to empower informed decisions about eye health. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our therapeutic endorsement for ocular medicine and our ongoing investment in cutting-edge optical technology.
Services
Optometry Services
Children's Vision
Adult Eyecare
Frames & Lenses
Contact Lenses
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- 50+ years serving the Ashburton community with expert eye care
- Principal optometrist with therapeutic endorsement for ocular medicines
- Comprehensive eye examinations for all age groups
- Latest diagnostic technology for accurate eye health assessments
- Wide selection of designer frames and precision lenses
Services
Optometry Services
Comprehensive eye examinations using advanced diagnostic technology to assess vision health and detect ocular diseases. Our optometrists provide thorough assessments for patients of all ages, including prescription updates and management of eye conditions. Services include digital eyestrain evaluations and therapeutic treatment for eye infections.
Children's Vision
Specialised vision assessments tailored for children's developmental needs. Our team addresses learning-related vision problems, eye coordination issues, and early detection of sight-threatening conditions. We ensure comfortable vision for reading and school activities through customised treatment plans.
Adult Eyecare
Complete eye health management for adults, including detection of age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, and diabetic eye disease. We offer prescription updates, cataract monitoring, and therapeutic interventions for ocular conditions, ensuring optimal vision throughout adulthood.
Frames & Lenses
Extensive selection of designer frames and precision lenses to suit individual style and vision requirements. Our optical consultants assist with frame selection based on facial structure and lifestyle needs, offering modern lens technologies for clear, comfortable vision in various environments.
Contact Lenses
Customised contact lens fittings for various vision correction needs, including specialist lenses for astigmatism and presbyopia. We provide comprehensive lens education, hygiene guidance, and follow-up assessments to ensure comfortable and safe contact lens wear.
People
Dario Canale
Principal Optometrist
Principal optometrist with over 20 years' experience, therapeutically endorsed to prescribe ocular medicines. Specialises in treating eye infections, inflammations, and allergies while leading the practice's clinical team.
Sasha
Practice Manager
Experienced practice manager overseeing daily operations and patient care coordination. Combines optical expertise with management skills to ensure efficient service delivery and patient satisfaction.
Questions
What services does Ashburton Eyecare offer?
We provide comprehensive optometry services including eye exams, children's vision care, adult eyecare, contact lens fittings, and a wide range of designer frames and lenses.
How can I book an appointment?
Use our online booking system for real-time appointment scheduling with our optometrists during practice hours.
What payment options are available?
We accept Visa, MasterCard, Amex, EFTPOS, cash, HICAPs, and most health funds with concessions for pensioners.
Do you treat children's vision issues?
Yes, we offer specialised eye examinations for children addressing learning-related vision problems and developmental eye health concerns.
Are therapeutic eye treatments available?
Our principal optometrist is therapeutically endorsed to prescribe ocular medicines for treating eye infections, inflammations, and allergies.
What eyewear brands do you stock?
We offer an ever-changing range of European and Asian designer frames, with modern lens technologies for optimal vision correction.
Reviews (7)
Greg Schofield
Oct 27, 2021
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I had floaters in both eyes, and over a period of a decade I discussed this with Dario at Ashburton EyeCare, and after some years of discussion on my options, Dario referred me to an ophthalmologist. The risks of the eye operations were explained, but my desire to have them corrected was greater. In 2018 my left eye was corrected followed by my right eye in 2021. Dario was my primary care giver in this process, and worked through this three year process with me, providing a strategy as to when a new set of glasses should ordered. This relationship has antecedents of at least a decade prior to the
Charlotte Jowett
Jun 24, 2019
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I found the customer service very good, the testing of my eyes was very thorough, Dario used interesting technology which he explains the results of very clearly. It taught me more about my eye health, which I liked. Ashburton has a good range of high quality contemporary eyewear, and Gregg was accommodating and genuinely helpful in assisting me to select my new glasses. My eye health is very important to me, as I have a number of things going on. I feel confident that I am being very well looked after at Ashburton Eyecare. I really like that this is a small family business , not a big company
Allon Tran
Dec 08, 2018
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Dario and his team did a fantastic job providing great service and care rarely seen in this day and age at the right price. Thank you for the attention!! Would certainly recommend and use again.
Leanne Knight
Aug 17, 2018
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Over 3 sessions Dario assessed my sons eyes for learning difficulties. Always made time to answer questions and concerns and made an action plan with written report for follow up within a few days of the last session. Practice fresh and welcoming with friendly staff. Highly recommended.
G. Gonzales
Jan 04, 2018
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Well looked after by Dario, Scott and Trudy. I have very unusual visual problems and have always found it very difficult finding a good optometrist whom has taken the time to appreciate and understand that I'm not just another customer with ordinary shortsightedness. Thanks everyone for your care and keep up the great work!
N. Williams
Dec 19, 2017
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Could not recommend highly enough! Dario, Greg and Trudy are a highly professional and welcoming team. Efficient, knowledgeable and so caring and helpful. Everyone in my family needs glasses or contact lenses all with varying issues. Dario spends quality time with each of us and explains everything. The kids think he is fantastic and my thirteen year old has just got his first set of contacts from Dario. He is so pleased to have his eyesight restored and be able to play sports again and see well in the classroom. Thank you Dario and the awesome team you have put together there. Its a pleasure
Maxi Lloyd
Dec 18, 2017
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Thank you Dario and Scott for looking after me with my new glasses. I love them! Having just moved from Queensland to Glen Iris its nice to have health professionals who treat me and my family as people. And Dario a big thank you for all your patience when you saw my very nervous 6 year old. To be honest i was quite stressed about having his eyes checked but you allayed his fears (and my motherly anxiety) perfectly. Maxine Lloyd
