Optician Awards: Gerard Fernandes drives optometry excellence

Optometrist of the Year sponsored by SpaMedica 

Winner: Gerard Fernandes, Lynne Fernandes Optometrists 

Finalists: 

• Dr Amritpreet Basra, Edwards & Walker Opticians 

• Peter Greedy, petergreedy.com 

• Michael O’Kane, Specsavers Morningside and Cameran Toll 

• Piyus Tanna, Inspiring Success, Menicon and Vision Express 

Gerard Fernandes, clinical director of Lynne Fernandes Optometrists (LFO), was entered into the Optician Awards by his wife and business partner, Lynne Fernandes, who describes him as the ‘driving force behind LFO’.  

Judges highlighted Fernandes’ outstanding clinical skills and commitment to continuous learning, developing colleagues and advancing the profession.