Ian Brigden is an Optometrist based in Nelson Bay, NSW. He looks after eye health for local people and visitors, and you’ll find the practice at 34 Stockton Street, Nelson Bay NSW 2315.
Day to day, his work centres on keeping your vision clear and your eyes comfortable. That can start with a good eye exam. Eye tests are important even if you feel fine, because many vision changes happen slowly over time. In many cases, a routine check can pick up small issues before they become bigger problems.
If you need glasses or contacts, Ian can help with the next steps after your assessment. That includes getting the right prescription for glasses or contact lenses, and making sure the fit and vision feel right. For some people, it’s as simple as updating an older prescription. For others, it’s about making sure their eyes are set up for the way they live—work, driving, reading, screens, and everything in between.
He also helps with common eye conditions, especially dry eyes. Dry eyes can be annoying and can affect focus and comfort, particularly with air conditioning, long screen time, or windy weather. Ian takes a practical approach, focusing on what’s causing the dryness and what can help in everyday life.
Many appointments involve vision problems too. That might include blurred sight, trouble with glare, eye strain, or general changes in how well you see. Ian’s role is to work out what’s going on and guide you through the results in a clear way. Education and training are used to support careful testing and sensible advice, so you know what the findings mean and what options you have.
