Spotlight on our Glasgow SVS clinic
Situated in a stunning, B-listed building in the heart of Glasgow, our St Vincent Street (SVS) location is a flagship clinic of Optical Express.
Day in the life of a Patient Advisor
Our patient advisors are the friendly face of our clinics, and it’s a role that comes with heaps of variety day to day
Ambassador Update: William
William joined Optical Express seven years ago as an Outbound Team Leader, helping the business to achieve its goal to be the leader in eye care that it is today.
My Wonderful Optical Express Journey So Far by Iona
Iona joined Optical Express as a graduate, working her way up the ladder in our Recruitment team.
Day in the life of an optometrist
Carrying out eye tests on our patients isn’t the only task our optometrists undertake; often the role is much more varied.
“I feel more confident in managing eye conditions now I have my Independent Prescribing qualification.”
Clinical Services Manger Judy’s already reaping the rewards of gaining her IP
A huge h-IP h-IP hooray to our Optometrists!
We're delighted to announce that the latest group of Optical Express optometrists have passed their Independent Prescribing qualification.
Optical Express Ambassadors: Neil
Neil joined us 8 years ago and has worked his way through the ranks, now managing Optical Express's Sheffield clinic.
What’s involved in the Independent Prescribing course?
If you’ve ever considered taking the steps to gain your own IP qualification, you may be wondering what’s really involved. Some of our optometrists talk about what to expect from the course.
5 Benefits of Studying for the Independent Prescribing Qualification
The course enables optometrists to clinically assess and diagnose patients and prescribe where necessary.
Optical Express reveals brand new clinic in Uxbridge
New modern Uxbridge clinic offers first class facilities
My Wonderful Optical Express Journey So Far by Shirley-Anne
Shirley-Anne joined our bustling recruitment team last February, and hasn’t looked back.
3 interview tips that will help you land your dream job
Job interviews remain one of life’s anxiety-ridden events. Much of the interview advice that’s available on the internet is common sense, so what else could you do to set yourself apart from the rest and get the job?
Nurse Liz celebrates her spec-tacular career with Optical Express
As we celebrate International Nurses Day, Optical Express nurse Liz tells us about her career
Claire, Optometrist, Meadowhall
Optical Express funds the Independent Prescribing (IP) course in partnership with Glasgow Caledonian University as part of its investment in ongoing development for its optometrists. Here, Claire from our Meadowhall clinic tells us about her experience of IP so far and how she feels it’ll help her optometry career.
Patient Co-management
Benefits for you, and benefits for your patients
NHS cataract surgery at Optical Express
How the UK & Ireland's leading refractive provider is helping reduce waiting lists
IOL Master at Optical Express
Significant investment has been made in technology, with the aim being to make further improvements in patient visual outcomes at Optical Express. It includes the introduction of the outstanding IOL Master 700 from ZEISS
IP & Me – Scott
Celebrating a decade with Optical Express this year, Scott feels that studying for his Independent Prescribing qualification came at just the right time for him.
Martin sees the difference at Optical Express
Martin was referred to Optical Express by his friend Chris. He's been amazed at the opportunities that are available to him as an Optical Express optometrist.
