At Northbridge Optical, we believe providing exceptional eye care means staying actively connected with the forefront of the eye health community. Continuous learning allows us to bring the most advanced clinical evidence and treatments straight back to our local community.
To ensure we are continually delivering optimal care, our optometrists, Tina and Sophie, recently spent an evening attending an exclusive, small-group continuing education session led by the highly regarded ophthalmologist Dr Tanya Trinh at Lumiere Vision in Cremorne.
Direct Access to Specialist Knowledge
Dr Tanya Trinh is a widely respected ophthalmologist known for her specialist work in complex ocular surface diseases and anterior eye conditions. This intimate masterclass gave Tina and Sophie direct, hands-on access to her advanced clinical insights, focusing heavily on three core areas that significantly impact our patients:
1. The Latest Innovations in Dry Eye Management
Dry eye disease is an increasingly common issue for many of our patients. The session highlighted new diagnostic pathways and next-generation technologies that allow us to tailor treatment plans with absolute precision, moving away from generic “one-size-fits-all” approaches.
2. Refining IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) Treatment Protocols
We reviewed and refined treatment protocols for Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy. This is particularly crucial for patients suffering from Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) and chronic dry eye, ensuring we maximise therapeutic outcomes and provide lasting comfort.
3. Hands-On Corneal Foreign Body Removal
Beyond dry eye, the team participated in a practical workshop focused on advanced clinical skills for safely and confidently managing corneal foreign body removals and injuries directly in our practice.
Why This Matters for Your Next Appointment
These advanced educational evenings are about much more than just ticking boxes for professional development—they directly impact the quality of care you receive when you walk through our doors.
- Evidence-Based Protocols: Your treatment plans for dry, irritated eyes or acute injuries are always guided by the absolute latest specialist insights.
- Seamless Collaborative Care: By training directly with local ophthalmologists like Dr Trinh, we strengthen a collaborative referral pathway. If you ever require a second opinion or complex surgical intervention, our close professional relationship ensures a smoother, faster, and highly coordinated transition of care.
- Practical, Specialised Expertise: When you consult with Tina or Sophie, you are seeing practitioners who have trained hands-on with leading eye surgeons—ensuring your ocular health is in highly capable hands.
Proudly Supporting the Sydney Eye Health Network
We are incredibly proud to be part of an active, dedicated network of local eye care professionals in Sydney who genuinely care about elevating standards across the board. Collaborative learning nights like this one build genuine relationships between optometry and ophthalmology—meaning our patients receive the absolute best of both worlds.
What this means for you:
- Highly confident, tailored advice during your consultation.
- Direct access to advanced Dry Eye Management and IPL Treatments backed by clinical evidence.
- A trusted, direct pathway to specialist care if you ever need it.
Is it Time to Address Your Persistent Dry Eyes?
If you have been struggling with red, gritty, or consistently irritated eyes, you don’t have to just live with the discomfort. Tina and Sophie are ready to apply their refined, specialist-backed training to find a long-term solution for you.
Book Your Comprehensive Dry Eye Assessment Today
Dr Sophie Dao is the co-owner and principal optometrist at Northbridge Optical, bringing more than 15 years of experience in boutique private practice. A UNSW graduate with Honours and full therapeutic endorsement, she is passionate about providing personalised, high-quality eye care for patients of all ages.
With a special interest in myopia management, Sophie has helped hundreds of children slow the progression of short-sightedness through treatments such as orthokeratology, atropine therapy and advanced myopia-control lenses. As someone who is short-sighted herself and a parent of young children, she understands firsthand the importance of early intervention and long-term vision health.
Sophie believes in creating a welcoming, community-focused experience where every patient feels understood and cared for. When she’s not in the practice, she enjoys spending time with her family and keeping up with the latest research in clinical optometry.
