The Village Optician is an independent practice, and family business, providing professional eyecare services.
New NHS Contract This new contract represents the most significant change in legislation concerning the provision of eyecare in Scotland in the last 60 years, and places Optometry firmly within the NHS as the principal provider of eyecare.
free eye-examination for everyone in Scotland
an examination appropriate to needs and symptoms
optometrists can manage more eye conditions in the community
reduction of inappropriate referrals to hospitals with the introduction of repeat tests and procedures (supplementary examination)
introduction of new equipment and methods of examination
What It Means For You...
free eye-examination for everyone in Scotland
patients aged 60 and over are now entitled to annual routine examination and will be offered dilated* fundus examination
patients aged 70 and over will receive dilated* fundus examination as routine
this is a health assessment of the eyes and refraction for spectacles may not always be necessary
your eye condition may be managed in practice without need to attend GP/hospital
introduction of repeat or supplementary tests will reduce inappropriate referral to GP/hospital
your new NHS eye-examination may take longer than the old NHS sight-test
* Dilated fundoscopy requires the use of eyedrops to dilate your pupils to allow a better view of the back of the eye. These drops may blur your vision and make you sensitive to light which may last for 5-6 hours. You are advised not to drive while your vision is affected. Please arrange another method of transport to and from the practice.
