Meet the Team!
You are committed to us, we are committed to you.
Victoria Bass FBDO
Dispensing Optician
With over 20 years experience in the optical industry. Vickie brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to help you find the perfect frames and ensure your vision needs are met with precision!
Whether you are searching for stylish new eyewear or simply need a little support with your current glasses, feel free to stop by, Vickie will be delighted to guide you to your next favourite pair.
Lesley-ann Murrary FBDO
Dispensing Optician
Lesley began her optical career in 1992 and completed her studies at Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge.
She has contributed to the Association of British Dispensing Opticians by serving on their examination board and successfully completing their refraction course.
As a member of the Macula Society, Lesley regularly attends events to stay up to date with the latest medical advancements and emerging technologies aimed at preserving sight.
Over the years, she has managed several practices, but she now chooses to focus her expertise in our showroom, where she is on hand to assist you with all your spectacle and styling needs.
Ray Daniel
Director
Ray joined the practice in early 2013, bringing with him extensive experience from three leading, truly independent opticians in Spitalfields London, Blackheath and Upminster, Essex.
He offers a deep wealth of dispensing and managerial expertise, paired with an exceptional level of organisation that keeps the practice running seamlessly and ensures every visit feels relaxed and enjoyable. Whether you prefer something understated or something bold, a simple everyday frame or a traditional Savile Row rolled‑gold classic, Ray takes pride in finding the perfect style for every personality and every budget.
His commitment to independent optometry is fierce. He believes passionately in offering patients genuine choice, honest advice and the highest standards of personalised care. This is reflected in the breadth of frames he curates for the practice, ensuring we always offer the widest selection and the latest fashions. He won’t let you leave with a frame that does not suit you.
Ray’s knowledge of lens designs and technologies is equally extensive, helping you achieve the best possible vision and value from your eyewear. He is also able to advise on contact lens care, comfort and handling.
Please note, Dispensing Consultations with Ray are by appointment only.
To arrange an appointment please contact the practice on 01245 461 843 or email hello@chelmervillageopticians.co.uk
Jane O'Connell BOptom
Optometrist
Originally from New Zealand, Jane moved to the UK in 1997, where she completed her overseas qualifying exams to practice as an Optometrist. She has a natural rapport with children and is an exceptional contact lens fitter.
Jane has now completed her training to provide Colour Overlay and Visual Stress Assessments along side Vik, further expanding the specialist services available within the practice.
Jane is registered and a member of:
Association of Optometrists (AOP)
National Health Services (NHS)
Before joining us, she spent five years at a prestigious independent practice on Fleet Street, London. She has also volunteered her skills on two charity eyecare missions to Samoa and Gambia.
Jane is accredited with the Minor Eye Conditions Service, Community Urgent Eyecare Services and Post Operative Cataract Scheme which are NHS triaged services.
If you would like to arrange an appointment with Jane, then please contact the practice on 01245 461 843
Sadia Gul BSc
Optometrist
Sadia is registered and a member of:
Association of Optometrists (AOP)
National Health Services (NHS)
She has worked over Essex and even Scotland!
If you would like to arrange an appointment with Sadia , then please contact the practice on 01245 461 843.
Karen Rushbrook FBDOCL
Contact Lens Optician
Karen is registered and a member of:
Association of British Dispensing Opticians
Qualified as D.O in 1998, CLO in 2002
She comes with a wealth of managerial and contact lens experience from dailies, reusables to gas permeables and has recently passed the Orthokeratology accreditation with us.
She is incredibly easy going with an approachable manner and aims to create a relaxed atmosphere in the consulting room putting any patients at complete ease.
If you would like to book a contact lens appointment or need some advice regarding contact lenses then please call us on 01245 461 843.
Renuka Verma BSc (Hons) MCOptom
Optometrist
Renuka (Ren) qualified as an Optometrist in 2004 and practiced for many years as an Advanced Optometrist with a reputable Opticians where she also gained a vast knowledge of experience with contact lenses and bespoke spectacle lens recommendations .She has also been a supervisor for 5 pre-registration of Optometrists over the years. She enjoys being part of the team she is with and gets involved with training,
Alongside this she had worked under a Consultant Oculoplastics Consultant Eye Surgeon in a private eye clinic which widened her clinical knowledge especially with anterior eye diseases, especially dry eyes and lid issues.
Ren has a very warm, welcoming yet professional approach and makes her patients feel looked after as an individual, with a holistic approach to their eye health and visual needs supported by her previous knowledge via her previous degree and her keen interest, for example medications, illnesses and individual lifestyles which can have an effect on the eyes. Ren runs our dry eye clinic offering a variety of treatments.
She is known to put her patients at ease with all age groups, especially the elderly being a carer herself. She also loves seeing kids and is very adaptive according to any special needs and makes the eye test a fun experience for them. She is known to be very approachable and encourages any questions or queries. She is also accredited with Myopia Management and is very active in this area via spectacles lenses and/or contact lenses with children.
She is highly experienced with contact lenses of all types and achieves the best outcome for fitting, making sure the patient is put at ease and continuing long term care. She has recently done the accreditation for Orthokeratology and under the guidance of Vik will be getting more experience.
Ren is accredited with the Minor Eye Conditions Service, Community Urgent Eyecare Services and Post Operative Cataract Scheme which are NHS triaged services.
Ren is registered and a member of:
Association of Optometrists (AOP)
Vik Juggessur BSc
Senior Optometrist
He is a member of:-
Association of Optometrists (AOP)
National Health Services (NHS)
Vik’s optical training and experience involved working in high street practice and independent practice.
Vik is friendly and approachable, as well as knowledgeable. He is happy to answer any questions you have regarding the health of your eyes or what lens or frame is best suited to your prescription.
Vik has extensive training in contact lenses, ocular abnormalities, vision correction and specialises in orthokeratology – a form of overnight vision correction for low-moderate short-sighted patients.
Colour Overlay & visual stress assessments are another great strength from Vik!
If you would like to dicuss your contact lenses or understand further regarding your prescription then please contact Vik on 01245 461 843 or email hello@chelmervillageopticians.co.uk
Zoë
Optical Receptionist
Zoë is our Optical Receptionist, known for her exceptional efficiency and outstanding organisational skills. With a wealth of corporate reception management experience, she works closely with the entire team to keep the clinic running smoothly day after day. Over the years, she has really become part of the furniture, a friendly, familiar face that so many of our patients know and love.
Always approachable and ready to help, Zoë is on hand to answer your queries, arrange appointments and provide any general assistance you may need.
Mericia
Practice Coordinator
Mericia ensures everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. From keeping our frame selection tidy & fresh and well stocked to managing our paperwork and accounts. Let alone anything else Ray throws at her! She plays a vital role in keeping things orgainsed.
You may also find her covering reception, greeting patients with a warm welcome or answering your calls with a friendly voice. Her attention to detail and commitment to excellent service helps create a seamless experience for both our team and our patients.
Leigh
Optical Assistant
Our Optical Receptionist Leigh has spent over 10 years working in the optical industry. She has a wealth of experience working at front of house within the health sector.
She also has a certificate in British Sign Language (BSL).
Her efficiency and friendly approach with all our patients is exactly what our practice is known for.
Sunil
Podiatrist
He has worked for a number of specialist at the London Spine Clinic, Harley Street and now wishes to use his knowledge & skills for the local community.
Services & Treatments include:
* Toe Nail Cutting
* Calluses
* Bunions
* Verrucas
* Corns
* Diabetic Footcare
* Treatments for fungal infections
* Swift Verruca Microwave Treatment
*Thickened/Ingrowing toe nails
* Fungal Infections
* Cryo-Surgery
* Custom orthotics
* Biomechanical assessments
* Athlete’s foot
👣 If you wish to arrange an appointment with Sunil, please call us on 01245 461 843 or send a quick email to hello@chelmervillageopticians.co.uk .
Elena
Hearing Aid Dispenser
Elena’s details coming soon
Patrick
Hearing Aid Dispenser
Experienced with all types of hearing loss and hearing aids.
He is a member of British Society of Hearing Aid Audiologists (BSHAA).
