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Optometrist of the Year

Optician Awards
To earn the title of Optometrist of the Year takes dedication, hard work and a lot of sacrifices says this year's holder of the accolade, Kirit Patel

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This year's winner was Kirit Patel of Radlett Opticians in Hertfordshire. For over two decades, Patel has treated local people in the practice, but says this extends to patients from as far afield as California, China and even New Zealand.

'It's a tremendous achievement,' says Patel on his award win. 'The patients have seen the trophy and I have received tremendous feedback. But being recognised by your peers is the best thing about winning the award,' he adds.

'The awards night was absolutely fantastic - well organised and entertaining. The suspense was unbearable,' he says. 'I was happy enough to have won the first award (Technology Practice of the Year), but to win the final award - the crème de la crème - was fantastic. I really couldn't believe it. I enjoyed the interviews too as they were a bit like the Oscars.'

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