Robert graduated from the University of Melbourne with a Bachelor of Science in Optometry in 1990 when he was 20. Having grown up in Mount Gambier, he took the opportunity to return to his family home and has worked in the area since graduation. With over 35 years of experience, Robert has built his reputation by his caring and empathetic approach to his work and enjoys the relationships he has built with his patients over the years.
He is married to Monique and has one daughter, Fauve. Monique and Robert are passionate about animal welfare and have adopted many rescue animals as pets over the years as well as supporting multiple animal charities both locally and internationally.
Outside of work, he is a keen follower of many sports with his favorite sporting team being Everton Football Club in the English Premier League. He also has a keen interest in thoroughbred and harness racing and holds a membership at the Victorian Racing Club where he has been a regular attendee at the Spring carnival over the years.