OUR TEAM
Meet the dedicated team at our practice who are here to provide you with expert care and advice for all your eye health needs:
Dr. Claire O’Leary has been with CMT for over 25 years and holds a PhD in clinical optometry. Specialising in dry eye, visual stress investigations and recently taking an interest in myopia control management, she provides specialised advice with care and expertise. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her furry friend and indulging in craft activities.
Mrs. Anita Shah, with a prestigious MSc in Clinical Optometry, joined the practice in 2008. Specialising in glaucoma and holding independent prescribing rights, Anita also works in a shared care glaucoma clinic. Anita also specialises in investigating patients with visual stress. When not at the practice, Anita loves to travel, spend time with her family, and is actively involved in her children`s school fundraising efforts.
Professor Bruce Evans, our former director, now focuses on research and consultancy work while still seeing patients once a week. He has been with the practice for 37 years and has extensive experience as an optometrist. He is also the author of several optometry books. In 2022, he was invited to be a Life Fellow of the College of Optometrists in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the profession. In his leisure time, he enjoys sailing and water sports.
Miss Anisha Patel is our full-time resident Optometrist with additional qualifications in medical retina. Patients love her caring approach and expertise in diagnosing and managing various eye conditions. She loves seeing young children. In her leisure time, she enjoys watching musicals and learning new languages.
Lesley Barnett, our Practice Manager since 2013, is known for her exceptional organisational skills and dedication to ensuring our practice runs smoothly.
Richard Pryor, Our experienced Dispensing Optician, retired from his own practice in 2023 to join us. With a keen interest in myopia management, Richard is dedicated to helping our clients find the perfect spectacles. Besides work, he enjoys supporting his favorite football team and home improvement projects.
Nick Garton, with over 15 years of experience, specialises in fresnel prisms and prism calculations, bringing a wealth of knowledge to our team. In his spare time, he enjoys movies, music, and astronomy.
Nish Patel, our newest dispensing optician with over 9 years experience, is already a hit with our patients. With a passion for problem-solving and staying updated on the latest frames and lenses, Nish is also a dedicated footballer in his free time.
Melanie, our reception lead, is popular for her friendly and efficient approach with patients. In her free time, she enjoys arts and crafts and watching football.
Belinda who joined us as a receptionist in 2010 is great with the patients. In her spare time she loves to travel, enjoys musical theatre and has recently joined the Busketeers choir.
Katie, our bubbly receptionist, makes every patient feel welcomed and at ease from the moment they walk in. Katie loves going to the theatre and watching cricket.
Julie-Ann, our recent addition to the reception team, is enjoying getting to know all our patients and has a passion for travel
Lorraine, our newest receptionist, brings over 15 years of experience from a GP surgery and has now moved closer to her family in Brentwood.
Tracey, our Finance Clerk, has settled in well with the team and is enjoying the finance side of the practice.
Mahiya, a dedicated member of our weekend team, manages our digital filing systems with care and precision.
Evie, a dedicated member of our weekend team, manages our digital filing systems with care and precision.