A fantastic new contact lens that is the first proven treatment for myopia, also known as short-sightedness, is now available exclusively in Derby & the East Midlands from Richard Petrie Optometrists. MiSight™ lenses are the world’s first ever approved and...

By Davina, Optometrist & Practice Owner It has never been more important to have an eye examination. A report by the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) last year found that in the UK, there are more than 6 million...

Here’s Joanna, our fabulous Optical Assistant. She’s talking about the latest trends in eyewear and reveals which brands are proving most popular with our patients. Is there anything better than treating yourself to something new to wear for the summer?...

Book an appointment with your optician for the best optical advice – that’s the message from Derby practice, Richard Petrie Optometrists. Practice owner and optometrist Davina Dosanjh says: “We are one of the local opticians that has been part of...

Here, owner and Optometrist Davina talks about the workplace eye test. Do you need one? What does the law say about eye tests for work? Does my employer have to pay for my eye test or glasses? Doing admin in...

Here, Optometrist Fiona talks about dry eyes, Blepharitis and a new Dry Eye Clinic now available at the practice. Do you have dry eyes? Do they feel gritty, watery or sore? Or maybe your eyes are irritated, red or you...

The Christmas Party season is well and truly upon us and at the practice, we’ve been talking about style & make-up tips for people who wear glasses. Whether you wear glasses all the time, on the odd occasion, or just...

TECHNOLOGY We’re a small independent optician in Derby and we always make sure that we invest in the very latest technology, so that we can provide a better service to our patients. Recently, we’ve had some exciting new machines installed...

Head optometrist and practice owner Davina talks about the latest news from the report launched as part of National Eye Health Week National Eye Health Week is a national campaign, to boost awareness of how important it is to properly...

Our dispensing optician Ruth explains why computer glasses with special lenses for digital use are becoming more important for all ages. Chances are, you’re reading this online. We are living in a digital world, that much is true. All of...

It’s easy to take eye health for granted, but with age-related macular degeneration (ARMD) effecting roughly 1 in every 10 people over the age of 65, it is important to help protect your eyes from an early age. Here are...

The summer holidays are the perfect time for children’s eye tests. Not only does it fit in nicely with the rest of your new school year preparations – buying new shoes, uniforms, lunchboxes and stationery – but it will also...