Jack joined Specsavers in 2015 as a fresh-faced teenager, not knowing what he wanted for his future. As an optical assistant, he found a passion for optics and a curiosity to enrol in further qualifications. Qualifying as a Dispensing optician initially, he now holds the title FBDO CL and is a practising Contact lens optician and store manager.
Philip Djeagbo, an optometrist from Ghana, made the bold move to the UK to advance his career. His journey—from adapting to a new healthcare system to seizing the opportunities at Specsavers—offers valuable lessons for those considering a similar path.
Omair Khan and Mohammad Hamza Anwar share how they’ve motivated each other to achieve new milestones in optometry and what fuels their passion for further qualifications. Plus, they let me in on a little secret about what it’s like to work in Wales…
Join Tomi Fayefunmi, Optometrist at Specsavers Hempstead Valley, as he shares how the flexibility there has enhanced both his personal and professional life.
Meet Kalpesh Mistry, domiciliary optometry partner in Kent. He shares how providing home visits became a passion, not just a job.
Karishma Patel enjoyed her summer placement in our Chatham practice so much, she completed her pre-registration there and is now working at the store full time. She shares why she stayed and how she’s helping the next generation of optometrists.
Cat Cooper’s career path is a testament to resilience and passion. Initially aspiring to study medicine, things took an unexpected turn. In just 13 years, she went from being a part-time optical assistant to becoming an optometry partner . She shares her journey and deep connection to her hometown of Arbroath in northeast Scotland.
The 2024 Mini Professional Advancement Conferences (MiniPACs) offer both online sessions and face-to-face events for optical clinicians, covering topics like myopia management, presbyopia, and independent prescriber specialties, with specialized sessions on dementia and vision symptoms and peer review for domiciliary practice.
Learn from Jodie Glanville’s experience and the benefits she’s seen in her role since completing the Cert 3 BTEC.
Optometrist Siddhant Majithia’s credits his success to Specsavers’ support. He has gained many clinical qualifications as well as advancing professionally. Now a director, he actively furthers his team’s education and expertise.
