Joanna Rogers, Daniel Meoli, Maria Dhimitri, Merna Michael, and Gina Basily.
George and Matilda Eyecare has expanded its presence in New South Wales, partnering with Lighthouse Optometrists, a community-focussed practice located in Ramsgate, in southern Sydney.
With 13 years in the optometry industry, Ms Basily founded Lighthouse Optometrists in 2018, driven by a love for the diversity of the optometry field. “I’ve always been passionate about both medicine and retail, and optometry brings them together in a way that allows me to deliver a holistic approach to patient care,” she said.
As well as its strong local reputation, Lighthouse Optometrists is renowned for its innovative programs, such as the ‘Come and See’ initiative, which has helped to provide life-changing vision care to thousands of people overseas.
“We’re thrilled to join the George and Matilda Eyecare family,” said Ms Basily. “This partnership aligns perfectly with our vision of delivering the highest quality eye care. By leveraging the resources and expertise of George and Matilda Eyecare, we can continue to grow and better serve our patients.”
Joining forces with George and Matilda Eyecare also allows Ms Basily to spend more time with her family while continuing to support the local community. “Building my practice from the ground up was a challenging journey, one that would have been impossible without the support of my family. George and Matilda Eyecare’s success and commitment to quality patient care is completely in line with our practice model. This partnership lets me keep doing what I love in the community I consider my second home, with the additional support and work-life balance I’ve been seeking,” she explained.
This partnership lets me keep doing what I love in the community I consider my second home
Smooth Transition
Ms Basily said she had found the George and Matilda team to be deeply supportive. “Meeting Chris Beer (George and Matilda Eyecare’s CEO) and the rest of the George and Matilda Eyecare team has been a great experience. They’ve made every effort to ensure our transition was smooth for every member of the team,” she said.
Expressing his enthusiasm for the new partnership, Mr Beer said Lighthouse Optometrists embodies “the commitment to quality and community care that we uphold at George and Matilda Eyecare”.
“We’re thrilled to support Gina and the team at Ramsgate as they continue to make a positive impact both locally and globally.”
