Canterbury Eyecare – An independent Optometry Practice in Canterbury
Canterbury Eyecare is proudly independently owned and operated. Since 1996, we have provided personalised optometry and eyewear services to patients in Canterbury and Melbourne's eastern suburbs.
Our experienced optometrists provide comprehensive eye examinations, children’s eye care, myopia management, dry eye assessment and treatment, contact lens fitting, orthokeratology (Ortho K), and management of common eye conditions.
We combine personalised care with advanced diagnostic technology, including 3D Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), Optos ultra-widefield retinal imaging, corneal topography and visual field testing.
Being independently owned allows us to take the time to understand each patient’s needs and recommend eye care, spectacle and contact lenses based on their individual requirements rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
Over 30 years of personalised care
1996 — Canterbury Eyecare founded
Chris and Athena Katopodis establish Canterbury Eyecare in the beautiful and vibrant Maling Road shopping strip.
Having grown up in the area, as a young Optometrist he wanted to start his own optometry practice. After working for 5 years he took the next step in his career and founded Canterbury Eyecare.
Initially a practice with only one consultation room and family and friends as his early patient base, the practice began to grow.
2006 — Genevieve joins the practice
Genevieve Hastings joins the team, bringing extensive experience in full scope Optometry, in children’s vision and a passion for boutique eyewear.
2010 — Genevieve becomes a partner and the practice expands
Eventually the practice outgrew its original shopfront and expanded into the neighbouring premises at 122 Maling Road, creating two consulting rooms and a larger retail and eyewear space.
Today — Advanced technology and specialised eye care
Canterbury Eyecare provides comprehensive optometry, alongside specialised services including dry eye assessment and treatment, myopia management and Ortho K, children’s eye care and contact lenses supported by advanced ocular imaging and diagnostic technology. Today, our practice includes a third consulting room dedicated to dry eye assessment and treatment.
A commitment to technology and patient care
From the beginning, Chris believed that investing in the latest technology was essential to providing high-quality patient care. In 1996 this meant investing in a visual fields machine. Today, Canterbury Eyecare uses advanced technology including intense pulsed light (IPL) dry eye treatment, ultra-widefield Optos Imaging, 3D Ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT) scans, corneal topography and more.
Our long-standing team is comprised of highly qualified and experienced staff who share the same dedication to delivering genuine, personalised service and achieving the best outcome for every patient.
Meet our experienced Optometrists
Comprehensive eye care and specialised services
Comprehensive Eye Examinations
Thorough assessment of vision and eye health, supported by advanced diagnostic technology.
Children’s Eye Care
Assessment of children’s vision, eye health, focusing and binocular vision.
Myopia Management
Strategies designed to slow the progression of childhood myopia, including specialised spectacle lenses, contact lenses and Ortho K.
Dry Eye Treatment
Assessment and management of dry eye disease, including IPL treatment for appropriate patients.
Contact Lenses & Ortho K
Contact lens fitting for everyday vision correction, specialised needs and orthokeratology.
Advanced Eye Health Assessment
Technology including OCT, Optos ultra-widefield retinal imaging, corneal topography and visual field testing.
- Independent and locally owned – serving Canterbury and Melbourne’s eastern suburbs since 1996.
- Experienced optometrists – our optometrists have decades of combined clinical experience.
- Personalised consultations – we take time to understand your vision, eye health and individual needs.
- Advanced diagnostic technology – including OCT, Optos ultra-widefield retinal imaging, corneal topography and visual field testing.
- Specialised eye care – including dry eye treatment, myopia management, children’s vision, contact lenses and orthokeratology.
- Continuity of care – a long-standing team providing ongoing care for individuals and families.
- Independent eyewear – carefully selected bespoke frames and premium lenses.
- We believe in giving back – to local and international communities in need, by being a Friend of ACO Eye Health and our work with the Sumba Eye Program
Your local optometrist in Canterbury
Canterbury Eyecare is located at 124 Maling Road, Canterbury VIC 3126, in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs.
We are located on the Maling Road shopping strip, a short walk from Canterbury railway station and are conveniently located for patients from Canterbury, Surrey Hills, Camberwell, Balwyn, Mont Albert and surrounding Melbourne suburbs.
