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Buchanan Optometrists in Snodland are celebrating having just been listed as one of the top 3 Optometry Practices in the UK. But winning awards is not new for this cutting edge, family run practice in Snodland. They have been voted as the best Optometry Practice in the U.K. in various fields five times now. There are 14,000 registered Optometrists in the U.K. and owner Optometrist Alisdair Buchanan was voted the best, winning Optometrist of the Year at the UK Optician Awards. So how does an independent practice in a small town take on the giants of Optometry and win?
“we are not like 99% of other opticians. Where most high street practices are still boasting about old hat technology such as digital photography, we were doing that 15 years ago. Using our 4D eye scanning technology we can detect conditions like glaucoma up to 8 years sooner than other eye tests. Finding eye diseases early is critical to ensure treatment that can prevent sight loss.’
‘It’s simple’ says Alisdair
The practice was also one of only two in the UK to introduce Heidelberg OCT angiography - a technique which detects vascular and diabetic changes long before photography. They also boast one of only a handful of E-Eye machines to treat dry eyes and meibomian gland dysfunction. It’s not all about technology, Alisdair also insists that all his optical staff are fully qualified (a rarity in an industry where only eye testing and not the making and measuring of spectacles is governed). Having fully qualified dispensing opticians
means that
every pair of glasses is personalised for each client. Lenses are not ‘off the shelf’ but designed for each individuals occupation, hobbies and frame choice. Alisdair explains that having correctly measured and fitted glasses gives sharper vision and more comfortable wearing but can also significantly increase your field of view, your ability to drive at night and read in poor light. Many people assume all glasses are the same, but they aren’t. Most Opticians still use a ruler to measure you for your spectacles, we haven’t done that for over a decade. Using digital technology ensures you get sharper, more comfortable vision. Alongside conventional frames, we also stock unique and handcrafted frames from materials such as buffalo horn and even stingray! (both are byproducts from the food industry) Buchanan Optometrists previous awards have been voted for by industry judges who commended the advanced technology enabling the highest levels of eye examination and early eye disease detection but also particularly noted the lengths they go to to ensure they care for every client to an exceptional standard. Buchanan Optometrists are also committed to
diseases and the importance of raising awareness of
advanced eye examinations. Their website has a wealth of information as well as testimonials from patients who have had their lives and eyesight saved by Buchanan Optometrists.
Alisdair often writes editorials for newspapers as well as appearing on local TV and radio to promote eye health. Unlike previous awards, this one is voted for by the public. If you have found any of Buchanan Optometrists articles helpful or have enjoyed a visit to the practice and would like to vote, please visit
www.aop.org/awards and find Buchanan Optometrists listed under Practice of the year.
Book your appointment today with the best Optometrist in the UK
Call now on 01622 535701 eye
Buchanan House, 56 Malling Road, Snodland, Kent, ME6 5NB
Maidstone November 2018 9
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