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Optician Awards: Giving low vision high priority

Tina Arbon Black speaks to Gill Thorp from Airedale Opticians about becoming Dispensing Optician of the Year

Tina Arbon Black speaks to Gill Thorp from Airedale Opticians about becoming Dispensing Optician of the Year

Against strong competition there was one entry that stood out for Dispensing Optician of the Year 2023, Gill Thorp from Airedale Opticians. Thorp’s passion, commitment and dedication to her patients was clearly evidenced.

Working with sight impaired patients not only providing advice and supplying optical aids but acting as a lifeline in times of crisis, considering not only their visual needs but their mental wellbeing as well. Thorp also runs competitions within local schools raising awareness of different eye conditions and highlighting the need for children to have regular eye examinations.

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