Marcus Slater is an Optometrist, Dispensing Optician and the part-owner of Reynolds & Slayer Opticians alongside his wife, Sophie. He is one of a handful of Optometrists in Cornwall to hold the College of Optometrists Diploma in Independent Prescribing, alongside a host of other qualifications that position him as one of the county's leading ocular experts.
‘How do you know if you have dry eyes’ is one of the most commonly asked questions when your eyes lack adequate lubrication and feel dry and uncomfortable. The eye often becomes red, swollen and itchy – with other mild symptoms affecting them and leading to discomfort. Dry eyes usually affect both eyes, and symptoms…
We have recently received some great feedback from one of our young eyedream patients and his family. We thought we would share it with you as it really demonstrates the positive impact a life without spectacles can have on a child. “Hi Marcus, I thought I would take this opportunity of writing to you…
I am so happy to be able to say that I will officially be back at work from Monday 10th September all be it semi-retired. As many of you know, I was diagnosed with breast cancer in November 2018 and finally finished all my treatment in July. The doctors and nurses at Treliske (Headland Unit,…
Recent research carried out by YouGov on behalf of the eye research charity Fight for Sight has found that over 50% of adults in the UK admit to not wearing ultraviolet (UV) protective eyewear whilst outdoors. “50% of adults in the UK admit to not wearing ultraviolet (UV) protective eyewear whilst outdoors” Why should I…
Why today is the best time to book your child’s eye test. With the summer holidays in full swing and the tropical weather we are witnessing at present, booking your child in for their eye examination is probably not at the top of the “to do” list. However, now is the perfect time to…