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Hello,


My 9-year old daughter needs glasses, and we're seeking any insights about where to find the most child-friendly eye exam in ED.


We went to Paine and Hunter and felt very rushed, and the optometrist did not allow both parents to attend during the exam. We felt that he did not take the time to explain things to our daughter sufficiently, and in the end the outcome was not quite satisfactory.


Any experience with R Woodfall Opticians?


Thanks so much for any thoughts ...

Gosh, I'm really surprised about Paine and Hunter as they have always been brilliant with my two (who both had/have eye conditions). Diagnosis of No. 1 took a little longer than I would have liked (not a common condition and not a lot of obvious symptoms in 4 year old) but no.2 was much quicker due to more family history. Of course they were both immediately referred to ophthalmologist but subsequent check ups (now for over 9 years) have always been brilliant. Would definitely recommend avoiding weekends if possible as they are always a little pushed for time.

Thanks for your thoughtful reply, EDMummy. Your experience definitely corresponds to what others said in an earlier post similar to mine, which made it that much more disappointing to go there and feel so rushed. It was also frustrating to be told that there was no space in the examining room for two parents when there clearly was, including an extra empty chair. Perhaps it is down to the particular optometrist?


Eager to know if anyone has had a good experience (for children) at R Woodfall ...

I'm very pleased to report that my daughter today had an absolutely wonderful experience getting her eyes examined by Dr. Ajeeta Patel at R Woodfall Opticians. The doctor was kind, sensitive, and patient -- everything that we could have hoped for -- helping our daughter to feel comfortable and informing her of what to expect every step of the way.

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