Author: Michael Nasser
Michael Nasser
Michael Nasser is a qualified Optical Dispenser with law and business degrees and a director of Opticare. He is an advocate for independent optometry in Australia and host of The Focused View, where he brings industry leaders together to discuss practice growth, technology, team development and the future of independent eye care.
A school vision screening can identify some distance-vision concerns, but it does not provide the same detail as a full eye exam. Learn what an optometrist may assess and when a comprehensive test is worth arranging.
Daily outdoor time can support healthy eye development and may reduce a child’s risk of myopia. This guide explains why 90 minutes is recommended, how to fit it into busy routines, and when an eye test is still important.
Macular degeneration can affect central vision without causing pain. Learn the signs, stages, assessment and treatment pathways available in Australia.
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that can damage the optic nerve, often without obvious early symptoms. This Australian guide explains risk factors, how glaucoma is assessed, treatment and monitoring options, and the warning signs that need emergency care.
Cataracts can cause gradual cloudy vision, glare and difficulty seeing at night. Learn the common signs, risk factors, assessment process and treatment pathway in Australia.
Dry eye disease can cause gritty, burning, watery or blurred eyes. Learn what may contribute to symptoms, how dry eye is assessed and when to seek care.