Low Vision Assessment - Also Available Off Site

Opticians Newcastle All our professional & Optometric services are provided by John Davidson, & Sarah Townsend- fully qualified, and registered UK Optometrists.
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LVA Assessment


Low vision aids are mainly provided for patients with Macula Degeneration (ARMD), and allow the patients to maintain some level of independence with daily visual tasks.

Visual aids are used to increase the illumination, magnification, contrast and visibility of visual tasks. We also provide electronic magnification aids for those with extremely poor sight, and those who live independently.

Many patients prefer to have these low vision aids prescribed in the community at our practice, rather than via the hospital, as it is easier for the patient’s carers to manage, and less traumatic & time consuming for the patient.

We provide advice & counselling to patients & carers on patient's specific visual disabilities.

We keep a large supply of LVAs in stock, and provide them on a “no risk” basis, where patients can return them (in the condition they were supplied) for a full refund within 1 month of purchase.

About our Low Vision Services
  • We stock iCaps & Visionace dietary supplements to reduce the risk of macular degeneration development
  • We stock a wide range of various LVA devices from numerous suppliers
  • There is no long waiting list- appointments are usually available within 1 week
  • All devices are available on loan for a 1 month trial period (full payment required)
  • If you don't like the trial device prescribed, bring it back to us in perfect condition for a full refund
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Firstly, you will need to have had a full eye examination, before you have a low vision assessment. Following your eye examination, you will then also need a low vision assessment
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