Meet Our Caring Optometry Team
Optometrist
Rachel Chipere joined Leongatha Optometrists in 2017 and became co-owner as of 2020. Rachel graduated with a double degree of Bachelor of Medical Science (Vision Science) and Masters in Optometry at Flinders University, South Australia. Rachel has accumulated a wealth of experience in general Optometry and regularly co-manages complex ocular disease cases...
Optometrist
Mariam graduated with a Bachelor in Vision Science and Masters of Optometry from Deakin University. During her study, Mariam gained 3 years' experience working as an Optical Dispenser. Mariam's placement in Ballarat has given her experience working in Regional Victoria. She has also spent time in a Behavioural Optometry and...
Optometrist
Leah is an Optometrist and she is the co-owner of Leongatha Optometrists as of 2016. Leah has a wealth of knowledge from her time working in Victoria. She has vast experience co-managing with the local Ophthalmologists, many ocular diseases such as Glaucoma, Macular, Degeneration and Diabetic Retinopathy to name a few. Leah is...
Optometrist
Ashtar graduated with a Bachelor in Vision Science and Masters of Optometry from Deakin University. Ashtar's placement in Ballarat has given her experience working in Regional Victoria. She has also spent time in a Behavioural Optometry and Dry Eye practice in Geelong learning the ins and outs of children's vision...
Dot has been the smiling face of Leongatha Optometrists for over 27 years. Dot covers all front of housework, reception, adjustments and repairs, frame selection and advice of frames and lenses that are the best option for you. Her frame selection skills and lens knowledge allows her to offer the best advice...
Ashley joined our team at Leongatha Optometrists in January 2019. Ashley has enjoyed perfecting her skills in her role as an Optical Assistant and helping our patients choose the right frame to suit their prescription and individual style. Ashley assists with all front of office duties, reception, adjustments, repairs, frame...
Melanie joined our team at the beginning of 2020 as an Optical Assistant here at Leongatha Optometrists. Having many years of experience in customer service she thoroughly enjoys helping everyone to ensure they have a pleasant experience. Mel assists with all front office duties, reception, adjustments, repairs, frame selection and...
Eliza recently joined the team and is excited to learn all there is to know in our busy practice and in eyecare industry. Eliza has lived in Leongatha for 6 years and enjoys assisting and helping all of our friendly patients who come through the door....