Business Details
38 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Eyecare in Ballymena
Established over 35 years ago, Fitzsimons Opticians has been delivering exceptional, personalised eyecare to the Ballymena community. Our expert optometrists combine cutting-edge diagnostic technologies with a deep commitment to understanding individual patient needs. We prioritise thorough consultations to address concerns and lifestyle factors, ensuring tailored solutions for optimal eye health. With hospital-grade diagnostics and a focus on early detection of conditions like glaucoma and diabetes-related eye issues, we provide comprehensive care.Our independent status allows us to offer the widest range of frames in Ballymena, including premium brands such as Michael Kors and Silhouette. We maintain a strong emphasis on continuing education, with our team holding advanced qualifications in areas like glaucoma management. Through initiatives like the Contact+ eyecare plan and NI PEARS emergency services, we strive to make high-quality eyecare accessible and convenient for all patients.
Services
Eye Examinations
Contact Lenses
Emergency Eyecare
Children's Eye Care
Glaucoma Screening
Diabetic Eye Screening
Occupational Lenses
Myopia Management
Eyewear Consultations
Contact Lens Aftercare
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- Over 35 years of dedicated eyecare experience in Ballymena
- Hospital-grade diagnostic technology for early condition detection
- Personalised consultations tailored to individual visual needs
- Independent opticians offering widest frame selection in Ballymena
- Specialist services for complex eye conditions and children's vision
Services
Eye Examinations
Comprehensive eye examinations using advanced diagnostic technology to assess vision health and detect potential eye conditions. Our optometrists conduct thorough assessments of visual acuity, eye coordination, and internal eye health. Regular check-ups help identify early signs of conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, and diabetes-related eye issues.
Contact Lenses
Expert contact lens fittings with ongoing aftercare support. We offer a wide range of lens types including daily disposables, toric lenses, and specialist designs. Our optometrists ensure optimal comfort and vision correction through precise measurements and follow-up assessments.
Emergency Eyecare
Immediate attention for acute eye conditions through the NI PEARS scheme. Our qualified optometrists diagnose and treat sudden eye problems including infections, foreign body removal, and sudden vision changes. Available for patients registered with Northern Ireland GPs meeting eligibility criteria.
Children's Eye Care
Specialised eye examinations for children using child-friendly techniques. We assess visual development, screen for common childhood vision problems, and provide myopia management programs. Our approach ensures accurate results while making the experience comfortable and reassuring for young patients.
Occupational Lenses
Customised lenses designed for professional visual requirements. These lenses provide seamless vision transitions for tasks involving multiple viewing distances, particularly beneficial for computer users and office workers. We offer various designs optimised for different occupational environments and visual demands.
People
John Broderick
Optometrist Director
BSc(Hons) MCOptom with Professional Certificate in Glaucoma. John leads our clinical team with over 20 years of experience in advanced eyecare diagnostics and treatment. He specialises in complex eye conditions and maintains professional development through regular continuing education programs.
Louise Broderick
Optometrist
BSc(Hons) MCOptom qualified optometrist with specialist training in children's vision assessment and myopia management. Louise has particular expertise in paediatric eye examinations and developmental vision screening, ensuring accurate diagnoses in young patients.
Danielle Rafferty
Practice Manager
Trainee Dispensing Optician managing daily operations and patient care coordination. Danielle oversees our extensive eyewear collection and provides expert guidance on frame selection and lens options for optimal vision correction and style.
Josh Craythorne
Optical Assistant
Qualified optical assistant supporting patient consultations and eyewear fittings. Josh assists with frame styling, lens explanations, and ensures patients receive comprehensive information about their vision correction options.
Samantha Mogey
Optical Assistant
Experienced optical assistant providing customer support and eyewear advice. Samantha helps patients select appropriate frames based on facial features, lifestyle needs, and prescription requirements while maintaining a welcoming clinic environment.
Questions
What eyecare services do you offer for children?
We provide comprehensive children's eye examinations using child-friendly techniques, myopia management programs, and screening for common vision issues like strabismus and amblyopia.
Do you handle eye emergencies?
Yes, we offer emergency eyecare through the NI PEARS scheme for sudden eye problems including redness, pain, vision changes, and foreign body removal.
What makes your opticians different from chain stores?
As independent opticians, we offer the widest frame selection in Ballymena without brand restrictions, including exclusive designer collections and specialist lens options.
How do you ensure accurate eye health assessments?
We use hospital-grade diagnostic technology for early detection of conditions like glaucoma and diabetes-related eye diseases, combined with thorough manual examinations.
What payment options are available for eyewear?
We offer flexible payment options including our Contact+ eyecare plan with discounts on lenses and spectacles, and hassle-free payment instalments for your convenience.
Can you help with occupational vision needs?
Yes, we provide specialist occupational lenses designed for multi-distance vision requirements in work environments, particularly beneficial for computer users and professionals.
Reviews (1)
Victoria McCartney
Apr 03, 2018
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Lovely people and their glasses are such good value and my eyes were really well tested. Recommend this place.
