Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Trusted Opticians in Newark, Nottinghamshire
Duffy Optometrists is a family-owned optometry practice established in 1986, serving communities in Mansfield, Newark, and Wollaton. Our practice combines traditional values with cutting-edge technology to deliver comprehensive eye care and premium eyewear solutions. We specialise in advanced eye examinations, contact lens fittings, children's eyecare, and precision tinted filters for reading difficulties. Led by John and Maggie Duffy Optometrists, both qualified optometrists since 1980, our team includes specialists in diabetic retinopathy screening, vision and learning, and dry eye treatment.In 2013, we expanded our services with an in-house Glazing Laboratory to ensure faster turnaround and superior lens quality. Our commitment to clinical excellence and personalised service has earned us a reputation as trusted local eyecare professionals.
Services
Eye Examination
Contact Lenses
Children's Eyecare
OCT Retinal Imaging
Home Visits
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- Family-owned practice with 35+ years of local experience
- In-house Glazing Laboratory for faster, precise lens production
- Specialist expertise in children's vision and learning difficulties
- Advanced diagnostic technology including OCT retinal imaging
- Award-winning customer service with 5-star patient reviews
What people say
5 Star Service
Very thorough eye check
Prompt attention
Professional and educated
Saved my quality of life
Services
Eye Examination
Our comprehensive eye examinations use the latest technology to assess vision and eye health. Each 30-minute appointment includes glaucoma, cataract, and macular degeneration screening. We provide detailed explanations of results and tailored recommendations for corrective lenses or further treatment.
Contact Lenses
We offer specialist contact lens fittings for all vision needs, including astigmatism and presbyopia correction. Our optometrists provide training on lens handling and care, with access to daily disposable, monthly reusable, and varifocal options from leading brands.
Children's Eyecare
Our child-friendly eyecare includes precision tinted filter assessments for reading difficulties. We use age-appropriate techniques to ensure accurate vision testing for pre-school children and specialist support for learning-related vision problems.
OCT Retinal Imaging
This advanced diagnostic technology creates detailed retinal images to detect early signs of eye disease. The non-invasive scan helps identify conditions like diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma before symptoms appear, enabling timely intervention.
Home Visits
We provide professional eye examinations at patients' homes for those with mobility challenges. Our mobile service includes full sight testing and eye health assessments using portable diagnostic equipment, with follow-up care arrangements as needed.
People
John Duffy
Optometrist
Qualified in 1980 from London's City University, John established the Mansfield practice in 1986. He specialises in diabetic retinopathy screening and has over 40 years of clinical experience in community optometry.
Maggie Duffy
Optometrist
Maggie qualified alongside John in 1980 and has been instrumental in developing the practice's children's eyecare services. She brings expertise in dry eye treatment and vision and learning difficulties to the team.
Robert Duffy
Glazing Laboratory Manager
Robert joined the family business in 2013, bringing optical manufacturing expertise. He manages our in-house Glazing Laboratory, ensuring precision lens production and quality control for all patient prescriptions.
Questions
How often should I have an eye examination?
NHS guidelines recommend every 2 years for adults aged 16-69, annually for diabetics and those over 70. We'll remind you when your next test is due.
Can you help with children's vision problems?
Our practices have specialist equipment for children's eyecare, including Intuitive Colorimeters for assessing precision tinted filters to help with reading difficulties and dyslexia.
What payment options are available?
We offer monthly contact lens payment schemes from £10/month, including free replacements and solutions. We also accept one-off payments for lenses and eyewear.
Do you provide home visits?
Yes, we offer professional home eye examinations for patients with mobility issues. Our optometrists bring portable diagnostic equipment to conduct comprehensive sight tests.
What brands of eyewear do you stock?
We offer designer eyewear from Swarovski, Etnia Barcelona, Jaguar, and Morgan, alongside affordable William Morris London and Cocoa Mint collections in our Nottinghamshire practices.
Reviews (1)
Clare Craig
Nov 14, 2020
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Excellent, first class service from friendly, professional staff. Very pleased with the quality of, and vision through, my new lenses.
