Business Details
50 Years
experience
Your Trusted Opticians in Nottingham & Derbyshire
Established in 1976, DI Blow Opticians has built a reputation as a trusted provider of comprehensive eye care services across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. With 13 independently managed branches and an in-house laboratory producing high-quality spectacles, we combine decades of expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver precise eye examinations, tailored vision solutions, and exceptional customer service. Our commitment to community healthcare is underscored by free NHS eye tests and spectacles for children, alongside home visit services for those with mobility challenges.As independent opticians, we prioritise personalised care, supported by over 30 qualified professionals, ensuring every patient receives expert attention. Our investment in advanced diagnostic tools like 3D OCT scanning reflects our dedication to early detection of eye conditions, while our extensive range of designer eyewear caters to diverse style preferences.
Services
Eye Examination
Contact Lenses
Children's Eyecare
Retinal Imaging
Home Visits
VDU Examinations
OCT Scanning
Diabetic Retinopathy Screening
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in independent opticianry
- Our in-house laboratory ensures high-quality spectacles with daily delivery
- We provide free NHS eye tests and spectacles for children
- Our home visit service caters to patients with mobility challenges
- We use advanced diagnostic technology including 3D OCT scanning
Services
Eye Examination
Our comprehensive eye examinations use the latest technology to assess vision and eye health. The 30-minute tests include retinal imaging, intraocular pressure measurement, and peripheral vision analysis. We tailor examinations to individual needs, considering lifestyle and occupational requirements while checking for conditions like glaucoma and cataracts.
Contact Lenses
We provide custom contact lens fittings for various vision needs. Our options include daily disposables, monthly reusables, toric lenses for astigmatism, and varifocal solutions. We specialise in helping previous unsuccessful wearers find comfortable, effective vision correction tailored to their lifestyle and eye health requirements.
Children's Eyecare
Specialised eye examinations for children from age 4, using age-appropriate techniques and equipment. We detect vision problems that could affect learning and development, offering free NHS tests for under-16s. Our child-friendly approach includes spectacle frames designed for young faces with durable features.
Retinal Imaging
Digital retinal imaging forms part of our comprehensive eye examinations. This technology enables detailed examination of the eye's internal structures, aiding early detection of conditions like diabetes-related changes, hypertension effects, and age-related macular degeneration through comparative analysis of stored images.
Home Visits
We provide home eye examinations for patients unable to visit our practices. Our qualified optometrists conduct thorough assessments using portable equipment, offering NHS-funded spectacle provision where applicable. Follow-up appointments ensure proper fitting of custom-made glasses delivered within 14 days of the visit.
People
Robert Blow
Managing Director
Robert Blow leads DI Blow Opticians with over 40 years of experience in independent opticianry, continuing the family business established in 1976. He oversees operations across 13 branches while maintaining commitment to community eye care.
Questions
How often should I have an eye examination?
We recommend eye tests every 2 years for adults aged 16-69, annually for children under 16, diabetics, and those over 70.
Do you offer home visits for eye examinations?
Yes, we provide home visits for patients with mobility challenges or care requirements across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire.
Are children's eye tests free?
Yes, we provide free NHS eye examinations for all children under 16 and those under 19 in full-time education.
What technology do you use for eye health checks?
We use digital retinal imaging and 3D OCT scanning to detect conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy.
