Focal Point Optometrists

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About Us

Locally owned and operated in central city Wellington, Focal Point Optometrist was established in 1998 to provide friendly and professional eyecare.

We realise the importance of good quality eyecare and understand the busy lifestyles people lead today. Our aim is to help you achieve professional eyecare in the easiest possible way. We provide all optical services from eye examinations to contact lenses. We value our customers, pride ourselves on friendly service and are willing to go the extra mile. Our store displays all the latest fashion frames and sunglasses for you to browse. If we don't have it, we will do our best to get it for you. Come and see us today.

This website is designed to help you look after your eyes and provide you with information and options about your eyecare. If you are having trouble with your eyesight, put your mind at rest and see our qualified optometrist.

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Our Professional & Ethical Promise

Over the last few years we have noticed a growing trend in the field of optometry. The professional and ethical standards have dropped in the industry. Because of the lowering standards it is important that Focal Point Optometrists make you aware of what is happening and as a professional, distance ourselves from this trend.

That's why we have created a Professional and Ethical Promise to reassure you, that you will receive the professional and ethical service you are entitled too.

Why is this happening?

The old saying goes....'Nothing is for FREE'. You may think you are getting something for nothing but there is a price to pay for everything. A number of optometrists are offering services for free or at a considerably reduced rate. Because of this, they have to generate income by selling product. We have seen a growing number of distressed people coming into Focal Point Optometrists for a professional second opinion with spectacles they don't need, incorrect product and unreliable results from partial examinations. In the end it has cost them more financially and not to mention the emotional stress.

Some unfortunate cases include:

- People who are prescribed spectacles by other optometrists, come and tell us they don't work and never wear them. After a quick test we tell them they don't need glasses or they have the wrong prescription in their spectacles.
- Elderly sold spectacles when clearly they need cataract surgery.
- 19 year old up sold spectacles with expensive progressive lenses that are designed for 40+ year old people with Presbyopia.
- A young patient sold spectacles after complaining of headaches. After 3 months of continuous headaches and consultations with the eyecare provider, informing him nothing was wrong. He decided to seek a second opinion at Focal Point Optometrist. A tumour was immediately identified at the back of his eye and the young patient rushed to hospital the next day for immediate surgery.

At Focal Point Optometrists we don't have sales targets. We don't have shareholders that demand profit increases year on year. What we do have is pride and the high ethical standards that we stand by. Knowing we have done the right thing for our clients is more gratifying than the bottom line.

We will not sell you spectacles if you don't need them. We will provide you with the best eye care and advice we can offer. We will help you understand and answer any questions you have about your vision. We want you to have the confidence and trust, knowing you are receiving the best eye care and advice that you are paying for.

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Meet the Team

	Nick Ibrahim-Optometrist Nicholas graduated from the University of Auckland School of Optometry with a Bachelor of Optometry (Honours) in 2023. Having grown up in Wellington, he is pleased to be providing eye care to the local community. Nicholas is fluent in both English and Arabic, allowing him to connect with patients from a variety of backgrounds. Nicholas has a particular interest in contact lenses and ocular health, and enjoys helping patients achieve comfortable vision while maintaining long-term eye health. He is passionate about providing thorough, personalised care and ensuring patients feel informed and confident about their eye care needs. Outside of work, Nicholas enjoys boxing, football, discovering great food, and spending time with family and friends.
	Jennifer Yan - Practice manager Jennifer started Focal Point in 1998. She has been the optometrist with the help of employed optometrists during maternity leave. Now that her children are young adults, she has decided to step back from clinical optometry and be practice manager. This gives her more time to concentrate on family life. She is the friendly face of Focal Point with an infectious smile and personality. Jennifer has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the optical industry and her super power is being able to pick out the most fabulous frame for you to wear. In her spare time she, loves baking, knitting and crochet. She is itching to get back into travelling the world with her family.
	Miriam Zeier - Optical Assistant Miriam has been a client of Focal Point since 2010, having been introduced to the practice by her husband who is one of our first 100 clients. She is a mum of two teenage boys and an energetic dog. In her spare time she reads lots of books and drinks tea. Miriam has amazing green fingers and you can see her skills with the healthy plants in our practice.
	Ethan Chung Ethan recently joined our team as a receptionist while studying Film and Media. Originally from Paraparaumu, he was Deputy Head Boy at Paraparaumu College and brings plenty of enthusiasm and personality to the clinic. Outside of work and study, he is heavily involved in sports videography, regularly filming, and producing content for local sporting events. He is equally comfortable behind the camera as he is in front of it, having previously taken to the stage as the Cowardly Lion in a school production. When he's not working or studying, you'll likely find him watching anime, or gaming, spending countless hours in RuneScape where his dedication and skill are second to none. His friendly nature and positive attitude make him a great addition to our team.