An independent opticians in Monmouth have won a national award in recognition of their dedication and outstanding service to the local community.

Placing the practice on an industry level, against practices across the UK, Monnow Eyecare won the Enhanced Optical Service Award at the Optician Awards on the 22nd of November.

Held by Optician Magazine, the Optician Awards recognise practices and individual professionals within the optical industry across the UK and Ireland that demonstrate high levels of clinical excellence and dedication to their local community.

Monnow Eyecare has supported the development of enhanced eye care services in Wales since their establishment in 2003, while building strong relationships with patients in and around the Monmouth area.

Upon being presented with the Enhanced Optical Service Award, Director and optometrist at Monnow Eyecare, Adib Missaghi, said: “Since joining Monnow Eyecare over two years ago, I have had the privilege of witnessing this incredible team grow and achieve so much.

“This year, we were honoured to receive this recognition at the Opticians Awards, a true testament to the dedication, expertise, and passion of our entire team. Helen and I alongside the rest of the team are deeply proud of this achievement and remain committed to delivering excellence in everything we do.”

Helen Tilley, Director and optometrist, added: “We couldn’t have achieved this without our entire team working together towards a shared vision of providing clinical excellence to all our patients.

The Enhanced Optical Service Award was created to recognise a practice that offers additional services to cater to all patients at a high standard.

At Monnow Eyecare, the team have curated a wide array of specialist services within their team. Helen added: “Each of our qualified optometrists possesses at least one area of special interest, with many holding multiple advanced qualifications.