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Dr Hannah Skehan is a warm, engaging optometrist and co-founder of Belgrave Eye Care. She is known for her strong clinical expertise, calm and logical communication style, and genuinely compassionate approach to patient care. With extensive experience in emergency eyecare, ocular disease management — including glaucoma, macular degeneration and cataracts — contact lenses and children’s vision, Hannah provides thorough, evidence-based care for patients throughout Belgrave and the surrounding Hills communities. Hannah is experienced in up-to-date myopia management, including orthokeratology (Ortho-K), and is proficient in performing small in-office procedures such as lacrimal lavage and other dry eye management. Her clinical focus is on delivering accessible, full-scope optometry to support long-term eye health for families in the Yarra Ranges. After graduating from the University of Melbourne in 2018 with a Bachelor of Biomedicine (Honours) and a Doctor of Optometry, Hannah has built a meaningful connection with the local community. She prides herself on clear, patient-centred communication, ensuring every patient leaves with a confident understanding of their vision and eye health. In addition to her work at Belgrave Eye Care, Hannah is a clinical supervisor at the University of Melbourne Eyecare Clinic, where she mentors emerging optometrists and shares her passion for high-quality, community-focused care. Outside the clinic, Hannah enjoys a vibrant and balanced lifestyle — swimming, relaxing in the sauna, and playing beach volleyball each week. She is also the proud owner of a mischievous British Blue cat (who occasionally visits Belgrave Eye Care!). A long-time vegetarian and enthusiastic traveller, Hannah loves exploring new places, whether overseas or discovering hidden gems across Victoria.

Dr Bridie Homfray is a compassionate optometrist and co-founder of Belgrave Eye Care, dedicated to providing thorough, personalised eye care for patients of all ages. Known for her warm and approachable nature, Bridie believes exceptional eye care begins with genuine connection. She takes the time to understand each patient’s lifestyle and visual needs, explaining her findings clearly so every patient feels informed, comfortable, and confident in their eye health. Having practised in the Yarra Ranges, Bridie enjoys caring for patients across all life stages, with particular interests in comprehensive eye examinations, children’s vision, contact lenses, and the early detection and management of eye disease. She has completed her Advanced Children’s Vision certification, strengthening her expertise in paediatric eye care and children’s visual development. Bridie co-founded Belgrave Eye Care with the vision of creating an independent practice where clinical excellence is matched by genuine, patient-centred care. She is passionate about combining the latest technology with a warm, welcoming approach, ensuring every patient receives the highest standard of care in a relaxed environment. Outside the practice, Bridie enjoys home renovation projects, following the AFL, discovering local cafés, and spending time with family and friends.