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Award-Winning Eye Care Specialists in Edinburgh
Established in Edinburgh, Cameron Optometry has built a reputation as a trusted provider of comprehensive eye care services. Our practice combines advanced technology with a team of highly skilled optometrists and dispensing specialists, offering tailored solutions for patients of all ages. We specialise in children's eye care, contact lenses for complex conditions, and myopia management, supported by our pioneering work in behavioural optometry. The Frame Room, our independent eyewear boutique, showcases unique artisan collections unavailable elsewhere in Scotland.With a commitment to sustainability and community education, we provide free eye examinations for children and expert guidance on managing visual stress and low vision. Our team's extensive experience ensures every patient receives accurate diagnoses and personalised care, reflecting our passion for advancing eye health through innovation and expertise.
Services
Eye Examinations
Contact Lenses
Myopia Management
Low Vision Clinic
Children's Eyecare
Vision Therapy
Frame Selection
Hearing Care
Dry Eye Treatment
Emergency Eye Care
Highlights and features
- We offer specialist contact lens fittings for complex conditions
- Our team includes clinical leads in low vision and myopia management
- We provide free comprehensive eye exams for children from birth
- The Frame Room offers exclusive sustainable eyewear collections
- Pioneers in behavioural optometry and visual stress treatment since 2012
Services
Eye Examinations
Our comprehensive eye examinations use advanced technology to assess vision health and detect potential conditions. The 30-minute appointments include detailed retinal imaging and intraocular pressure testing. Available free of charge for all children under 16 through NHS coverage.
Myopia Management
Specialist treatment programmes using orthokeratology lenses and multifocal contact lenses to slow myopia progression. Clinically proven to reduce eye elongation in children by up to 60% when initiated before age 12.
Children's Eyecare
Specialised assessments for children from birth, including binocular vision testing and developmental screening. We address amblyopia, strabismus, and visual processing disorders using evidence-based vision therapy techniques in our dedicated children's clinic.
Low Vision Clinic
Customised rehabilitation programmes for patients with permanent vision loss. We provide specialist magnification devices, lighting solutions, and training in adaptive techniques to improve daily living independence for macular degeneration and other conditions.
The Frame Room
Curated collection of sustainable and designer eyewear featuring independent brands like Aloe and Belleville. Our optical consultants provide expert frame fitting using digital measurement technology for optimal comfort and visual performance.
People
Ian Cameron
Managing Director
With over 25 years in optometry, Ian leads our clinical team while managing practice operations. He established Cameron Optometry's reputation for innovation, introducing Scotland's first dedicated myopia management service in 2012.
Gillian Bruce
Clinical Development Lead
Specialist in behavioural optometry with postgraduate qualifications in vision therapy. Gillian oversees our visual stress clinic and develops training programmes for optometrists across Scotland on managing complex visual processing disorders.
Cirta Tooth
Low Vision Specialist
Recognised expert in low vision rehabilitation with specialist certification from the British College of Ophthalmic Opticians. Cirta has developed our award-winning visual impairment support programmes and community outreach initiatives.
Emma Drewery
Behavioural Optometrist
Focuses on developmental vision issues affecting children's learning. Emma leads our paediatric vision therapy sessions and collaborates with local schools to identify visual barriers to educational progress.
Amy Mcintosh
Head of Buying
Curator of The Frame Room collection with 15 years' experience in optical design. Amy selects exclusive eyewear ranges from sustainable brands, ensuring both aesthetic appeal and technical precision in every frame.
Questions
Do you offer free eye examinations for children?
Yes, we provide comprehensive NHS-covered eye examinations free of charge for all children from birth. These include specialist developmental assessments to detect vision issues early.
What makes your myopia management different?
Our evidence-based approach combines orthokeratology, multifocal contact lenses, and lifestyle guidance. We monitor progression using axial length measurements, offering more precise management than standard spectacle prescriptions.
Can you help with visual stress for reading difficulties?
Our visual stress clinic uses specialist tinted lenses and vision therapy to address Meares-Irlen syndrome. We conduct detailed colour overlay assessments to improve reading comfort and fluency.
What eyewear brands do you stock?
The Frame Room features independent designers like Aloe, Belleville, and Andy Back. We prioritise sustainable materials and unique designs not available through high street opticians.
Do you provide emergency eye care?
Yes, we offer urgent appointments for eye injuries, sudden vision changes, or acute infections. Our optometrists can prescribe emergency treatments and refer to specialist care when needed.
How do I book an appointment?
Book online through our website or call us directly at 0131 225 2235. We offer flexible weekday hours from 9am-5:30pm and can accommodate urgent cases the same day.
Reviews (3)
Alan Lodge
Jul 01, 2021
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Despite not having been there previously I got an emergency appointment within two hours . Lovely professional, friendly staff . Great equipment and Claire diagnosed problem and explained it really well . She then telephoned Eye Pavilion and managed to get me an appointment that tea time ! Even gave me a copy of scan to show them in order to expedite things .
Laser surgery for torn retina completed by 7.00 pm! Brilliant service all round . Definitely making them my regular optician ! Thank you
Laser surgery for torn retina completed by 7.00 pm! Brilliant service all round . Definitely making them my regular optician ! Thank you
Jenny Sinclair
Jan 28, 2021
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I would 100% recommend Cameron optometry for their unrivalled welcome and utmost attention to providing the best optometry service I've experienced. I took my four year old son today for his first ever eye test and they all made him feel so happy and relaxed and dare I say it, he had a lot of fun too as they were so kid friendly and put him right at ease! You made him feel very special! Thank you so so much everyone! I will be recommending you to all my friends and colleagues! All round excellent care with total professionalism.
Jeannie Hunter
Sep 16, 2020
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We've been going to Ian Cameron and his award winning team for a number of years, after being recommended by a friend, and would never go anywhere else. We've seen the practice develop, their cutting edge technology moving ahead and staying in front, with a nurturing and knowledgeable team all the way. All of this so important, for as we know, so much can be learned from an eye exam. Both Andy and I have had eye conditions which have been picked up quickly by their fantastic skills and expertise and we were treated by the wonderful NHS at Eye pavilion.
Not only have I had such great treatment, the whole team is friendly, welcoming and really skilled in helping and guiding to the best choice of eyewear. Great selection of colours, styles and prices in the Frame Room with the option to pay up too if you choose something that's a bit more state of the art- like I'm always drawn to. Thanks to Lesley for always helping me pick what's right for me. I'm loving these hand made Italian designer specs which have really taken me back to my Sicilian roots and given me a real pick up after these last few months!
Feeling very lucky to be healthy and be able to feel like myself again. It's my one area of indulgence as my wardrobe is full of bargain vintage finds - these fit my style perfectly and you cannot put a price on good sight ! Picked up a bargain pair of sunglasses too, a necessity for my eyes right now.
Going back into the space in these challenging times, I felt as looked after and as safe as always. I have friends with young children who rave about Ian and the team - so a great all round practice for everyone! Thanks all !
Not only have I had such great treatment, the whole team is friendly, welcoming and really skilled in helping and guiding to the best choice of eyewear. Great selection of colours, styles and prices in the Frame Room with the option to pay up too if you choose something that's a bit more state of the art- like I'm always drawn to. Thanks to Lesley for always helping me pick what's right for me. I'm loving these hand made Italian designer specs which have really taken me back to my Sicilian roots and given me a real pick up after these last few months!
Feeling very lucky to be healthy and be able to feel like myself again. It's my one area of indulgence as my wardrobe is full of bargain vintage finds - these fit my style perfectly and you cannot put a price on good sight ! Picked up a bargain pair of sunglasses too, a necessity for my eyes right now.
Going back into the space in these challenging times, I felt as looked after and as safe as always. I have friends with young children who rave about Ian and the team - so a great all round practice for everyone! Thanks all !