The BIG Optician Staff Profiles
Keith Little BSc Hons, MBCO - Director of Optometry
Keith is the owner optometrist of The Big Optician. He has over 25 years optometric experience and was originally Clinical Director of the Newcastle Eye Clinic. Keith set up The Big Optician five years ago to provide the same standards of award-winning eyecare. It is testimony to Keith's professionalism and high clinical standards that many of his patients have been coming to Keith for their eyecare for over 25 years and Keith has become optician to their children and even their grandchildren. 'I am delighted that most of our business comes from our existing clients recommending The Big Optician to their friends and family. This is because we continue to provide exceptional value for money and excellent eye care'
George Hopper
George has over 45 years optical experience as a technician and optical lens specialist. George has been with The Big Optician since it opened and as well as providing a warm and friendly welcome, he also provides expert advice to clients at the Byker store on frames and lenses.
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Gillian Urwin BSc Hons, MBCO
Gillian qualified as an optometrist over 10 years ago. She trained under Keith Little's direction at the Newcastle Eye Clinic. She practiced as an optometrist in Newcastle before joining The Big Optician three years ago.
Dan Brindle FBDO
Dan is a qualified Dispensing Optician with over 25 years experience. He joined Keith's team at The Big Optician in January 2009 and provides expertise on optical lenses and frames. Prior to that Dan worked at Boots Optician in Newcastle.
Karen Little MSc, RGN,
Karen is practice manager of this family owned business. She has over 30 years experience of working within the NHS, mainly within nursing, quality assurance and general management roles. Karen is responsible for client services and ensuring the smooth running of the business. A key role is to ensure that the range of frames on offer is comprehensive, fresh and exciting. Karen regularly travels to Milan and Paris in order to keep abreast of eyewear fashion and styles to ensure that The Big Optician is the leading edge supplier of eyewear in Newcastle.