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Nicholas Rumney
Senior Optometrist / Chairman
Professor Rumney is an Optometrist and Owner/Director and joined BBR in 1991. He qualified in 1980 before becoming a Member of the College of Optometrists and GOC registered in 1981. He went on to gain his Optometry MSc from the University of Melbourne in 1986. In 1994 he gained a Fellowship with the College of Optometrists in low vision and ocular disease modules. In 2012 he gained a Diploma in Therapeutics, and Professional Certificate Medical Retina in 2014. In 2016 he was awarded the Philip Cole Research Excellence Award. Nick is well respected world-wide for his contributions to optics and optometry. When not working he enjoys things with wheels and engines - cars and motorcycles. Rugby and cricket are his favourite sports, and he often follows the Lions touring worldwide.
Nicholas Rumney
Senior Optometrist / Chairman
Suzanne Wadsworth
Senior Optometrist / Director
Suzanne graduated from Cardiff in 1993 with BSc Hons and joined BBR in June 2006. In 2016, she was appointed to the Board as a Director and shareholder. She has a keen interest in paediatric work and has completed courses on Colorimetry and coloured overlays. Suzanne has three children and enjoys spending time on the Malvern Hills with her two dogs whenever possible. She also likes to return to Ireland and Devon for holidays.
Suzanne Wadsworth
Senior Optometrist / Director
Laura Williams
Senior Optometrist
Laura joined the practice as a full time Optometrist in May 2015, after spending time with us on placement in 2013 during her Masters of Optometry training. In 2017 she gained her independent prescribing qualification and she also holds a Professional Certificate in Glaucoma. Laura has interests in myopia control and contact lenses, and she holds the title of British Contact Lens Association Young Contact Lens Practitioner of the Year 2017. When not working, she enjoys gardening, growing her own vegetables and running.
Laura Williams
Senior Optometrist
Chris Head
Optometrist
Chris joined the BBR team in January 2022 and brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience. Having graduated from Manchester University in 1999, he has worked hard to expand his skillset gaining College Professional Certificates in Glaucoma and Medical Retina, and has nearly completed his qualification to be a Independent Prescriber.
When not at the practice, Chris works for the National Diabetic Eye Screening Programme, and at the Victoria Eye Unit, working with the Intravitreal Injection Service. He is also the Treasurer of the Local Optical Committee and is involved in the community shared care schemes.
The father of two, and husband to Lucy, somehow manages to find time for rowing, cycling and swimming as well! He is a keen member of Hereford Rowing Club, cycled from Land’s End to John O’Groats in 2019, completed the Great North Swim (10km in open water), and swam from Tenby to Saundersfoot.
Chris Head
Optometrist
Hannah Dickinson
Optometrist
Hannah is BBR's very own ray of sunshine! She qualified as an Optometrist at Anglia Ruskin University and is currently studying for her Prof Cert in Glaucoma.
This self-confessed optics geek loves getting to grips with new equipment that enables her to provide her patients with the best possible care. She gives all her patients the time and advice they need.
Her infectious laugh never fails to make those around her smile.
Hannah Dickinson
Optometrist
Georgia Wootton
Therapeutic Optometrist
Originally from Stourbridge, Georgia qualified as an Optometrist at Bradford University, then went on to spend six weeks working in an ophthalmology department in Philadelphia, USA.
She specialises in therapeutics and Independent Prescribing, and has her Prof Cert in Glaucoma and Prof Cert in Med Ret. She is currently finishing her masters and also spends one day a week working in Hereford County Hospital's eye casualty.
When she gets some time off she enjoys travelling, learning acrobatic circus skills, and going to contemporary dance classes.
Georgia Wootton
Therapeutic Optometrist
Lydia Stevens
Pre-Registration Optometrist
Lydia Stevens
Pre-Registration Optometrist
MSci Optometrist
Since 2007, BBR Optometry has been one of the chosen placement practices to deliver The University of Manchester’s MSci Degree. At the end of their second year at the university, prospective students are selected via interview and to date BBR Optometry has supported over 22 students to their Masters in Optometry.
Appointments with our placement Optometrists take approximately one hour and are very thorough. The details and outcome of the appointment are discussed with a supervising Optometrist before the patient leaves.
Having worked with number of the MSci students, Technical Support Officer, Emily Willerton says, “They all bring something different to the practice and help to keep us on our toes. Having MSci Optometrists here means that we are always training which helps us all to keep our skills polished and up to scratch. The only negative is that after six months, they leave us but they almost always keep in touch and some even come back!”
MSci Optometrist
Nick Black
CEO / Contact Lens and Low Vision Practitioner
Nick is CEO of BBR – a contact lens optician and low vision practitioner. He joined the practice in 2000 and also runs a hospital contact lens clinic.
Nick’s hero is Brendon McCullum (former New Zealand cricketer & captain) because he was an inspirational guy who allowed a team to perform better than the sum of parts, but in a fair respectful way and with a smile.
If he could have dinner with anyone it would be Brain Lahore – coach to the All Blacks for the first world cup. He developed a professional attitude in an amateur era that put New Zealand years ahead of the competition and, you could argue, defined the modern era we see today in terms of win ratio.
As you might have guessed, Nick hails from the beautiful New Zealand.
His favourite BBR product is the Lindberg Air Rim Titanium range as it’s versatile, practical and comfortable.
Nick Black
CEO / Contact Lens and Low Vision Practitioner
Magda Peppa
Dispensing Optician / Contact Lens Practitioner
Magda joined BBR Optometry in December 2014 as a qualified Dispensing Optician. She completed her undergraduate studies in Optics and Optometry at I.R.S.O.O. (The Research Institute of Studies in Optics and Optometry) in Vinci, Italy in 2003. In addition, she completed one year of studies at the Sector of Medium Executives of Enterprises in Management & Finance. She previously worked as a DO-Optometrist in Greece and is fluent in Greek, English and Italian.
Magda's main interest is the best treatment of her patients and the satisfaction that she feels when she is able to effectively help with specific problems. Her future plan is to continue her education and follow further postgraduate studies in her professional field so that she can continue to expand her knowledge.
When not working, Magda spends her spare time with her family and children. She loves travelling, particularly to the Greek islands, and she is a keen skier and water sports enthusiast.
Magda Peppa
Dispensing Optician / Contact Lens Practitioner
Daniel Read
Practice Manager / Dispensing Optician
Daniel qualified in 2001 and spent some years working for a small group of independent practices in Gloucester. He joined BBR as Practice Manager and Dispensing Optician in February 2015. Daniel has a real passion for eyewear and has spent time curating our collection of eyewear brand to ensure our patients have the best selection of frames to choose from.
Daniel Read
Practice Manager / Dispensing Optician
Laura Fensom
Dispensing Optician
Laura joined the team as a Clinical Assistant in 2010 and in the summer if 2022 became our fourth Dispensing Optician to complete ABDO’s Dispensing Optician degree.
When not at work, Laura is kept busy by her two young children! She is a keen photographer and enjoys taking long country walks.
When not at the practice, Chris works for the National Diabetic Eye Screening Programme, and at the Victoria Eye Unit, working with the Intravitreal Injection Service. He is also the Treasurer of the Local Optical Committee and is involved in the community shared care schemes.
The father of two, and husband to Lucy, somehow manages to find time for rowing, cycling and swimming as well! He is a keen member of Hereford Rowing Club, cycled from Land’s End to John O’Groats in 2019, completed the Great North Swim (10km in open water), and swam from Tenby to Saundersfoot.
Laura Fensom
Dispensing Optician
Andy Bell
Dispensing Optician
Andy joined BBR in March 2023. Originally from Essex, he trained as a Dispensing Optician in London.
Outside of the practice he enjoys strategy and co-op games.
Andy is very patient and attentive to his patient's needs.
Andy Bell
Dispensing Optician
Nicola Rees
Dispensing Optician / Contact Lens Optician
Nicola Rees
Dispensing Optician / Contact Lens Optician
Lisa Strevens
Staff Resources Manager
Lisa is one of the longest standing members of BBR; she joined the team back in 1988 as a receptionist. She gradually moved into a more administrative role and, in 2004, became the Staff Resource Manager. Lisa knows the practice inside out, and this knowledge combined with her organisational skills ensures that the whole practice runs efficiently. Lisa's role also means that she has a close working relationship with all members of staff and she is a friendly face to all.
Lisa has a very busy life out of work as she has two very active children, who attend lots of extra-curricular activities.
Lisa Strevens
Staff Resources Manager
Emily Willerton
Technical Support
Emily initially began working at BBR as an Optical Assistant in 2008 until she left in 2011 to travel the world. On returning from her adventures, she re-joined us as a member of the front of house team but has since had a complete role change and she is now the ‘go-to’ person for all IT issues – whether it be sorting out a printer jam, co-ordinating equipment installations and upgrades with suppliers or developing and updating internal procedures. She’s always on the go and likes to be busy.
In October 2019, Emily began studying for a BSc in IT & Computing through the Open University.
When not at work, Emily enjoys adventures with her family, reading and collecting Terry Pratchett books and all things Ghibli.
Emily Willerton
Technical Support
Laura Newman
Lead Clinical Assistant
Laura is the longest standing member of BBR's reception team, having worked here for more than 15 years. Laura's knowledge of our patients is unparalleled, and her efficient approach ensures all jobs get completed.
When not at work, Laura spends most of her time with her husband and two daughters, but she also enjoys time with friends.
Laura Newman
Lead Clinical Assistant
Jessica Billington
Clinical Assistant
Jessica joined the BBR team in 2022 and undertook in-house training to become one of our valuable Clinical Assistants.
Jessica Billington
Clinical Assistant
Oliver Jackson
Optical Assistant
Oliver joined BBR in April 2022 and is currently training as an Optical Assistant.
Has 2 cats called Comet and Smudge, with whom he enjoys the quiet life. He loves reading comics, Lego, and playing Zelda.
Oliver Jackson
Optical Assistant
Emma Swain
Clinical Assistant
When Emma joined BBR, she brought a wealth of optical knowledge and experience. She is always professional and helpful.
Outside of the practice she enjoys spending time with family and friends.
Emma Swain
Clinical Assistant
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