Mohammed Ullah | Optometrist

Answering your eye care questions | Optometrist & founder of @specsoncall | I provide eye tests at home, care homes & workplaces

[Mohammed Ullah | Optometrist @Mohammed_Optom]

Have a loved one living in a care home?
Do you know when they last had their eyes tested?

Poor eyesight can affect their ability to watch TV, read and recognise familiar faces, especially if they're living with dementia.

It's worth asking their care home.
#EyeHealth #CareHomes

[Mohammed Ullah | Optometrist @Mohammed_Optom]

Care home managers and carers: how confident are you in your visiting optician?

Thorough eye tests, appropriate glasses, clear communication and reliable aftercare all matter.

What has your experience been?

#CareHomes #EyeCare

[Mohammed Ullah | Optometrist @Mohammed_Optom]

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[Mohammed Ullah | Optometrist @Mohammed_Optom]

Recently examined a 102-year-old lady whose eyesight genuinely surprised me.

Even after years of examining patients, there are still things that amaze me.

Age alone doesn't determine how well someone can see.

#Optometry #EyeHealth

[Mohammed Ullah | Optometrist @Mohammed_Optom]

During a routine eye test, I noticed a slight misalignment in a 10-year-old's eye that even his mother hadn't spotted. While he didn't initially report double vision, a simple test with a pen revealed the subtle but significant double vision. #EyeCare #Optometry #VisionTest

[Mohammed Ullah | Optometrist @Mohammed_Optom]

Many people still don't know they can get an eye test at home! Even long-standing services are unknown to the public. If you or a loved one needs an eye exam, home visits are a convenient option. #Optometry #EyeCare #DomiciliaryOptometry #PatientEducation #CommunityHealth

[Mohammed Ullah | Optometrist @Mohammed_Optom]

Care home eye tests shouldn't be rushed. Our model focuses on quality over quantity, allowing ample time for each patient to receive the thorough eye care they deserve. We limit appointments to ensure no one is overlooked. #EyeCare #Optometry #PatientCare #DementiaCare

[Mohammed Ullah | Optometrist @Mohammed_Optom]

I took his prescription to a lab 20 miles away, and they made the glasses the same day. Seeing his joy as he could finally complete his puzzles was incredibly rewarding. #EyeCare #EyeHealth #Optometrist #Opticians #VisionHealth

[Mohammed Ullah | Optometrist @Mohammed_Optom]

A manager once questioned why a company issued 20 pairs of glasses to residents who didn't need them. This moment changed my path... I left that company and started my own care home eye care service to improving eye care within care homes. #EyeCare #EyeHealth #Carehomeeyecare

[Mohammed Ullah | Optometrist @Mohammed_Optom]

The optometrist in me apparently doesn’t go on holiday. 😂

If you’re out enjoying the sun, don’t forget your eyes. Choose sunglasses with proper UV protection — not just dark lenses.
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#EyeHealth #Optometry

[Mohammed Ullah | Optometrist @Mohammed_Optom]

Some patients can't wait 3 weeks for eye care. Prioritising urgent cases, like a man who enjoyed his last week of life thanks to timely service, is crucial. Every patient's needs are unique. #EyeCare #EyeHealth #Optometrist #Opticians #VisionHealth

[Mohammed Ullah | Optometrist @Mohammed_Optom]

As an optometrist, I realised I didn't just do eye tests and give glasses. We look for signs of life-changing and even fatal conditions. It's a role that's far more exciting, interesting, and fulfilling than I ever imagined. #EyeCare #EyeHealth #Optometrist

[Mohammed Ullah | Optometrist @Mohammed_Optom]

Optometrists shouldn’t be salespeople.
Recommend what genuinely benefits the patient — not simply the most expensive lens, coating or varifocal available.

There’s a big difference between good clinical advice and an upsell.
Patient first. Always.

#Optometry #EyeCare #EyeHealth

[Mohammed Ullah | Optometrist @Mohammed_Optom]

A moment of profound gratitude. Catching a serious condition early can make all the difference. So honored to have played a part in this child's journey. #EyeCare #EyeHealth #Optometrist #Opticians #VisionHealth

[Mohammed Ullah | Optometrist @Mohammed_Optom]

When a patient's daughter called, heartbroken that her father's vision was failing during his final weeks, I couldn't wait. Rearranging my schedule to see him the next day, not weeks later, became the moment Specs Oncall truly began. #EyeCare #Compassion #PatientFirst

[Mohammed Ullah | Optometrist @Mohammed_Optom]

Worried about your vision affecting your independence? I understand. Regular eye exams are key to maintaining clear sight. #EyeCare #VisionHealth #Optometry #DrivingSafety #VisionHealth