Optometrist Charlestown

Charlestown Square Level 2, Shop 2023
30 Pearson Street
Charlestown NSW 2290

  • Near Apple

Opening hours

Monday9:00am - 5:30pm

Tuesday9:00am - 5:30pm

Wednesday9:00am - 5:30pm

Thursday9:00am - 8:00pm

Friday9:00am - 5:30pm

Saturday9:00am - 5:00pm

Sunday10:00am - 4:00pm

*Store hours reflect local standard trading hours and exclude public holidays

Visit our Charlestown Google Business page for directions, reviews, and updates.

Our Reviews
Tim Heyer
14 hours ago

Rob Cortes
2 days ago

Professional friendly staff. On time appointments - no waiting 10-15 mins after your allotted appoin... See more

Belinda Bow
1 week ago

Great service and great experience. Thanks Team!

Heather Stewart
1 week ago

All the girls that work there were so helpful and friendly .. I would definitely recommend them and ... See more

Jenny-lee Stead
1 week ago

Wow what a great choice to go to Oscar Wylee Charestown. The girls gave me fantastic service & I am ... See more

Grace Oswald
2 weeks ago

Staff were very helpful and empathic regarding my situation. I felt seen and heard, and a satisfacto... See more

Sylwia Pogorzelska
3 weeks ago

I recently visited Oscar Wylee for an eye test, and it was truly one of the best experiences I’ve ev... See more

Carmel Taylor
1 month ago

steven matthews
1 month ago

Heidi Eastham
1 month ago

Great friendly staff, great variety and very helpful with fitting me in with an eye injury that need... See more

Miss Bourne
1 month ago

Crystal Cove
1 month ago

Just picked up these sunglasses from Oscar Wylee Charlestown and I’m genuinely impressed. The tortoi... See more

D Cashion
1 month ago

Great service.

olivia szekelyhidy
2 months ago

Staff were super friendly and extremely helpful. Definitely made my inability to make decisions alon... See more

Ann Capnerhurst
2 months ago

This was my first time visiting this Optometrist and I was pleasantly surprised. All the staff were ... See more

farzad pourfattah
2 months ago

Friendly service, thorough examination. Everything was great.

Zoe Trahar
3 months ago

The team are super patient and kind, listened to every concern i had and gave me proper advice. Most... See more

Michelle Kirk
3 months ago

Excellent, professional & friendly staff

Mason Lawrence
3 months ago

Great service, thorough examination. Answered all my questions and counselled me excellently on prop... See more

Elise Lane
3 months ago

Lovely staff that were very helpful! The lovely manager with purple hair was so helpful and great cu... See more

Rana Wright
3 months ago

I had a wonderful experience at the charlestown store with my recent purchase. I am very happy with ... See more

Yvonne Paterson
3 months ago

I my visit to Oscar Wylee was made special as all the staff were very friendly and happy to assist w... See more

Elizabeth Dzialowski
3 months ago

Bec Taylor
3 months ago

Excellent service, as usual. Popped in to get my frames straightened & they were so helpful. They ev... See more

Loretta Turnbull
4 months ago

Really very disappointing. I have been getting my specs from oscar wylee for over 3 years. The arm o... See more

Peter W
4 months ago

Fantastic service, from the online booking, the very thorough optometrist eye inspection, the new pr... See more

samantha dillon
4 months ago

Kendy was awesome. my health has been so poor and she gave me plenty of information and ideas on thi... See more

Katherine Terlato
5 months ago

Chelsea Elliott
5 months ago

Amazing customer experience - Trudy was so kind and helpful!

Kerry Duncan
5 months ago

I found all the staff very helpful and friendly

jayde tresidder
5 months ago

Tangi Matamaki
5 months ago

Awesome service ????

Jenny Webster
5 months ago

Helpful. Friendly. Efficient.

Louise Bunyan
5 months ago

Very helpful ladies here i went for my eye test and she was so thoroughly made sure my glasses was n... See more

Suz Barker
5 months ago

Great service, had to spend more than I thought I would but use after pay which helped

Nicholas Willis
5 months ago

Optometrist was professional, thorough and knowledgable. Prompt Service.

Tracey Adlington
5 months ago

Terie Hollins
6 months ago

The retail manager and optometrist were both very helpful, took their time and also were patient wit... See more

Tallis Cranney
7 months ago

Alison McGuire
7 months ago

Great service all round at the Charlestown store. Highly recommend Jason, the Optometrist, very thor... See more

Sonia Were
7 months ago

Highly recommend. Didn't feel like an assembly line like other optomitrists. Had a variety of option... See more

Kathy
7 months ago

I didn't book and got an appointment within hour of asking. All staff were awesome. Optometrist was ... See more

vicki williams
8 months ago

Good service and courteous staff .

Gracy Wright
8 months ago

The lenses on my glasses have had to be made 3 times. The first one was measured wrong, the second o... See more

Margaret Burns
8 months ago

The glasses I received do not fit properly on my face as it’s too wide at the bridge of my nose. Spe... See more

Chelsea Robson
8 months ago

The ladies at Oscar Wylee were so lovely with my daughter, and very professional.My daughter was ver... See more

Chase
8 months ago

Lovely and knowledgeable staff :)

Cyril Jose
9 months ago

Michael Dentist
9 months ago

Friendly welcoming team. Helpful in selecting the right frames from a large selection. Eye testing w... See more

Jo Amelia
9 months ago

Team Charlestown Are hands down have the best service From the first step into the showroom to last ... See more

Find an Optometrist in Charlestown With Oscar Wylee

Located in the city of Lake Macquarie’s largest town, Oscar Wylee Charlestown is close to areas such as Kahibah and Kotara South. Oscar Wylee is a modern and vintage-inspired eyewear brand that can provide you with prescription glasses and prescription sunglasses, as well as in-store eye health tests and vision testing.

You can find us inside Charlestown Square next to Apple on Level 2, which is the largest shopping and entertainment destination in the Hunter region. You can find beaches and bush walks nearby, or do some shopping within the centre with its large variety of retail stores and restaurants. Oscar Wylee has some of the best optometrists in Charlestown so come see us in our eyeglasses shop for essential optometry services. There are plenty of things for kids to do as well, such as spending the day at Timezone. There is also easy access to public transport and ample parking with open and undercover options available.
Meet Our Team
  • Store Manager
    Certificate III Optical Dispensing
  • Optometrist
    Masters of Optometry
    therapeutically endorsed
Our Services
  • Bulk Billed Eye Examinations
  • Professional Frame Styling
  • Frame Adjustments and Repairs
  • Visual Fields Testing
  • Digital Retinal Scanning

Find an Optometrist in Charlestown, Greater Newcastle for an Eye Health Test

An optometrist in Charlestown, Greater Newcastle is available for essential services such as an eye health test in Charlestown, prescription sunglasses and non-prescription glasses. Bring an eligible Medicare card to access these services at a bulk billed price courtesy of the Australian Medicare System. Our Oscar Wylee Charlestown, Newcastle team is committed to caring for your vision and general eyewear concerns and with a team of skilled optometrists and an optical dispenser, we can do just that. The average price range for an optometrist in Charlestown can differ from other locations, therefore, it may be difficult to provide an accurate price range for Charlestown optometrists.

A standard procedure for a comprehensive eye test will involve the use of different tools and machines to assess your ocular health and is able to detect signs of eye diseases. If the optometrist does identify signs of an eye disease, you may be referred to an eye doctor, who in Australia, is an ophthalmologist. Make our Oscar Wylee glasses store your go-to if you’re in search of a wide range of stylish frames and a committed team.

How to Find an Optometrist in Charlestown, Greater Newcastle?

To find an optometrist in Charlestown, Greater Newcastle, you can take certain steps that can help make it easier for you such as searching online, assessing the store’s opening hours and finding the directions to your chosen location. The steps on how to find an optometrist in Charlestown, Newcastle are listed below.

  1. Search online using the phrase, Charlestown optometrist near me. This can also be done here on the website via our locations page.
  2. Click on the Oscar Wylee link, which will take you directly to our Charlestown optometrist store page.
  3. See the store’s opening hours and where the store is located specifically.
  4. Use the Charlestown Google Business page link located under store hours to see the directions on how to get to the store.

You can also find an optometrist in Charlestown by searching the keywords optometrist near me. If you have locations enabled on your smartphone and you’re in the Charlestown, Greater Newcastle area, our Charlestown store page should appear easily for you to click on.

Is it Hard to Get an Eye Appointment in Charlestown, Newcastle?

No, it is not hard to get an eye appointment in Charlestown. You can easily book an appointment to see an Oscar Wylee optometrist in Charlestown right here on this page. At Oscar Wylee we have highly qualified optometrists available for bulk billed eye appointments, which can be booked online or in-store.

How to Compare Optometrists in Charlestown to Each Other?

To compare optometrists in Charlestown, you can use factors such as eye tests offered, health fund coverage, lens types and add-ons and eyewear offered. To take care of your vision and eye health, it is important to receive an eye test at least once every two years. There are different types of tests that can be performed in an eye test and not all optometrists may offer the same tests. Health funds can be used to help cover some of the cost of your frames and lenses. To find out if your health fund is accepted at Charlestown optometrist in Greater Newcastle, visit their website. In the case of Oscar Wylee, we accept all major health funds and provide on-the-spot claims in-store. There are many different lens options available for prescription glasses such as single vision, multifocal and high index lenses. Most optometrists in Charlestown will offer these lenses although it is good to make sure. There are also lens add-ons available to enhance your glasses such as anti-reflective and blue light filters. Finally, if you are looking to purchase a pair of glasses after your eye test, you can compare the different styles and colours you are interested in from Charlestown optometrists in Greater Newcastle. Oscar Wylee offers a wide range of frames with vintage and modern inspirations in bold colours and subtle designs.

How to Find an Eyeglasses Shop in Charlestown in Greater Newcastle?

To find a glasses store in Charlestown, you can try to follow these simple steps including searching online, selecting a convenient location and looking at their health insurance policies. The steps on how to find a glasses store are listed below.

  1. Search online using the phrase, glasses store in Charlestown. This will provide you with various options for glasses stores in the whole Charlestown, Greater Newcastle area.
  2. Select a glasses store that is most convenient for you to travel to.
  3. Click the link to find out more information such as opening hours, exact location and directions to the glasses store in Charlestown, Greater Newcastle.
  4. Read their health insurance policies to ensure you know what health benefits you have access to.

Our Oscar Wylee glasses store in Charlestown, Greater Newcastle store offers primary eye care services such as comprehensive eye tests as well as other services performed by an optometrist and offers prescription and non-prescription eyewear.

Is it Possible to Purchase Prescribed Sunglasses in Charlestown, Greater Newcastle Without Seeing an Optometrist?

Yes and no, it is possible to purchase prescribed sunglasses in Charlestown, Greater Newcastle without seeing an optometrist if you already have a prescription that has not expired. If your prescription is expired, you can book an eye test to receive an updated or new prescription which will require you to see an optometrist. This will ensure your prescription sunglasses are appropriate for your visual needs.

Where is the Oscar Wylee Charlestown Optometrist in Greater Newcastle Located?

The Oscar Wylee Charlestown store optometrist can be found on level 2 of Charlestown Square, near Apple. Charlestown Square is a large indoor/outdoor shopping and entertainment centre found at 30 Pearson St in Greater Newcastle.

What is the Phone Number of Oscar Wylee Charlestown Optometrist Store?

The Oscar Wylee Charlestown store phone number is (02) 4049 6371. You can call the Oscar Wylee Charlestown optometrist store between 9 am and 5:30 pm on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. On Thursday between 9 am and 7 pm, on Saturday between 9 am and 4 pm and on Sunday between 10 am and 4 pm.

What are the Reviews for Oscar Wylee Charlestown Optometrist in Greater Newcastle?

The many reviews for Oscar Wylee Charlestown optometrist in Greater Newcastle, from our various customers can be found here on the website and online when you search for Oscar Wylee Charlestown optometrist. The reviews for Oscar Wylee Charlestown optometrist are listed below.

  • Susanne Bender: Great customer service and professionalism.
  • Jenni Fox: professional, friendly, helpful.
  • Hai Yu: Staff are friendly and helpful. Luisa is very professional and caring. She explained the eye test results in detail and made good recommendations on how to look after my eyes and slow down my son's myopia. She also printed out information for us to read.
  • Adam McC: First time in an eye test that I felt I was listened to and was more than just a wallet for the cash register. My eyes are complex, and David spent a considerable amount of time going through things and offering suggestions, including a referral to a specialist. Highly recommend it.
  • Divine Samson: Positive experience in our most recent check-up at Charlestown Square branch. Andrew and Emely (not sure of her name) were exemplary - knowledgeable, patient and pleasant.

What Treatments or Eye Care Processes are Done in the Oscar Wylee Charlestown Optometrist Location?

The treatments or eye care processes done in the Oscar Wylee Charlestown optometrist location include a tonometry test, a digital photograph, a slit lamp exam and a refraction test. Additional tests that may also be performed can include a visual field test and a dilated fundus exam. The treatments or eye-care processes that are done in the Oscar Wylee Charlestown optometrist Greater Newcastle location are listed below.

  • A Tonometry Test: An optometrist or optical dispenser will conduct a tonometry test which involves the use of a machine that will release small puffs of air into your eyes. This will assist with measuring pressure in the eye.
  • A Digital Photograph: An optometrist or optical dispenser may take a digital photograph of your eye which can be kept on record to use in future appointments to evaluate any changes to your eye.
  • Slit Lamp Test: A slit lamp test can be used to evaluate your eye health, by examining your cornea and iris which are the anterior and posterior of the eye.
  • Refraction Test: During a refraction test, an optometrist will have you view an image through different lenses and ask you to confirm which helps you see the image clearer.
  • Visual Field Test: A visual field test can assist with assessing your peripheral vision, which may be beneficial for identifying any signs of glaucoma.
  • Dilated Fundus Exam: A dilated fundus exam can help an optometrist assess your health in more detail by getting a clear view of the retina. This test is typically carried out for patients with diabetes and those who may be at risk of developing retinal damage.

How Many Optometrists Exist in Charlestown, Greater Newcastle?

There are many Oscar Wylee optometrists that exist in Charlestown, Greater Newcastle to provide eye tests and glasses, including Oscar Wylee. The number of optometrists in Charlestown may depend on the number of residents in Charlestown and the possible demand for optometry services. At Oscar Wylee Charlestown located at Charlestown Square Shopping Centre, you can receive excellent eye care and professional assistance at a bulk billed price so you won’t have to worry about any out-of-pocket expenses.

What are the Other Closest Optometrist Locations to Charlestown, Greater Newcastle in Australia?

The other closest optometrist location to Charlestown, Greater Newcastle in Australia is Kotara with just 4 km in distance between stores. The Oscar Wylee Kotara store can be found at Westfield Kotara on level 2 along Corner Park Ave & Northcott Dr. You can visit Oscar Wylee Kotara for outstanding optometry services the next time you shop at Westfield Kotara.

In store eye test

Check Your Eyesight at Charlestown

Come have a comprehensive eye test that includes the necessary eye care processes for your vision and detecting eye diseases. Plan a visit to our eyeglasses shop, where we have eye care professionals carrying out bulk billed eye tests for Medicare cardholders in Australia. You will be able to update your prescription, have your eyes tested and browse for new glasses all on the same day.

Health funds accepted

Charlestown Accepts Major Health Funds

At Oscar Wylee, we can process your health fund claim in-store so make sure you have a valid card. We'll assist you by answering any questions about what your health fund can offer you. Oscar Wylee Charlestown will walk you through the hard parts of health insurance, so you won’t be alone. At Oscar Wylee, our Charlestown team are here to ensure that you receive what you need at an affordable price.

Styling advice

Oscar Wylee Offers Fashion-Forward Glasses

Our Oscar Wylee optometrists in Charlestown are dedicated to bringing your best face forward. You can shop our collection of vintage and fashionable frames at an affordable price. We provide prescription lenses that are available for customising according to all your visual requirements, which can include a blue light filter for better sleep or a multifocal lens. Oscar Wylee Charlestown is trained to aid you with any of your eye care concerns. So come visit our eyeglasses shop and view our range of frames or speak to our team.