Eye Connection Optometrists

02/02/2026

31/01/2026

This picture was taken recently of Dame Judi Dench who has Macular Degeneration, and it is obvious when she said ‘I can’t see’ that it impacts on her quality of life .
This condition affects the central vision . It doesn’t cause total blindness as it doesn’t affect the peripheral vision. But it does mean you no longer can see the faces of those you love.

It is caused by a disruption of the layers of the macula. Typically affects us as we age
It is increasingly affecting younger people.

Genetics, Smoking, Poor Nutrition in terms of Antioxidants, UV light are amongst the most common causes. So eat your fruit and veg, ditch the ci******es and pop on the sunglasses. Unfortunately the genetics we can’t do anything about. Lastly keep your eye examinations up to date.

27/01/2026

The practice is open at present but this may change due to the weather. All appointments are cancelled as Kathy is unable to safely travel.. Keep yourselves safe out there today in this dreadful weather.

05/01/2026

Lots of Snow to kick off the new year. We hope it’s a happy and healthy one. Thank you for all the support you give us year on year. It’s much appreciated.

22/12/2025

More information should it be necessary to visit Eye Casualty over the Christmas holidays

Access to Eye Casualty Services during the holiday period.

Belfast Eye Casualty Service (RVH)
Day
Opening hours
Wed 24 Dec
8am to 6pm
Thurs 25 Dec
CLOSED but nurse and Dr on call in case of an emergency, where patients are prepared to attend.
Fri 26 Dec
8am to 1pm
Sat 27 Dec
8.30am to 1pm
Sun 28 Dec
8.30am to 1pm
Mon 29 Dec
8am to 1pm
Tues 30 Dec
8am to 6pm
Wed 31 Dec
8am to 6pm
Thurs 1 Jan
8.30am to 1pm
Fri 2 Jan
Normal pattern resumes.

16/12/2025

A heads up on our Holidays to allow you to sort any last minute spec issues before the big day. Happy Christmas to you all.

14/12/2025

It’s on its way… And it’s not Christmas.. Make it your new year resolution to get your Eye Examination done sooner rather than later when it might indeed be too late.