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Richard Petrie Optometrists Ltd are an independent opticians and contact lens practitioner based in Littleover, handily placed for Mickleover and Burton as well as Derby.

For 40 years our Derby opticians has been providing the local community with top quality eyecare. Using the latest technology alongside our high level of expertise, we provide an excellent service for all of our patients.

Here at Richard Petrie Optometrists we offer:

• Eye Examinations for both NHS and Private patients
• An OCT upgrade available for all examinations
• Contact lens trials and subscriptions
• BlephEx dry eye treatment
• A wide variety of branded glasses for adults and children including; Ted Baker, Chloe, Lacoste and Nike
• Prescription and non-prescription sunglasses for adults and children. We are a stockist of the Maui Jim sunglasses
• Repairs and adjustments
• Contact Lens Recycling

Latest from the blog

Glaucoma And Your Eyes

Glaucoma is a common eye condition often associated with pressure building up inside the eye. It is a condition that can affect people of all ages but it most common in people in their 70’s and 80’s though the risk increases over 40 years of age if you have a close relative with glaucoma. What […] Read more

Davina Discusses…Reaching Out To The Community

Earlier this month I was asked if I could speak with some of the elders at the Hadhari Project on Burton Road, Derby. It’s just a short hop from us and had been a while since we went out to share our wisdom, so we jumped at the invitation to work with our local community. […] Read more

Emma Discusses The Benefits of Exercise

January always seems to be the time of year when people decide to change their lifestyle. It’s a new year so let’s make some new goals or resolutions. One goal a lot of people make is to exercise more, lose weight and get fit and healthy. But are we looking at exercise as a method […] Read more

Are You Suffering With Dry Eyes?

Have you noticed your eyes becoming watery, sore, red and dry over the last few months? You may be suffering from Dry Eye Syndrome. At this time of year, dry eye can be commonly caused by the change in the outdoor environment such as wind and cold weather, and increased use of heating indoors. What […] Read more

Referrals From School

The new school year is upon us, and with that brings many changes including starting school for the very first time. Whilst preparing for the new adventure ahead, an eye examination may not have been at the top of your list, but don’t worry as your child’s eyes will be checked at school in their […] Read more