Members
Chair
Suzanne Flay FBDO BSc (Hons)
Dispensing Optician
I am a Dispensing Optician with 15 years’ experience in Optics, both in multiple and independent practice. I have recently started working for Classic Eyes, at their Bournemouth and Penn Hill practices.
I graduated from Canterbury Christ Church University in 2017 with a first class Bachelor of Science degree in Ophthalmic Dispensing. I have a special interest in managing patients with Age Related Macular Degeneration and nutrition in eye health.
In my spare time I enjoy dancing Argentine Tango, reading, gardening, singing with my choir and walking with my rather cute Border Terrier, Maggie.
Treasurer
Ali Yasen, BSc (Hons) Optometry, BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences, MCOptom
Optometrist Manager at Still & Bedford
I have worked in healthcare for 17 years. I began my journey in Boots in the pharmacy whilst I completed my first degree in Biomedical Sciences, then switched over to optics 10 years ago – initially still at Boots, where I undertook my pre-reg training.
Since qualifying as an optometrist I have worked mainly in independents as a sole resident, alongside locum work.
I have served on the AOP Council since 2017 bar a short hiatus. Through this work I have developed a deeper understanding of the industry, as well as a national network of peers. I aim to use this to help streamline local services as well as improve communication pathways with our colleagues in secondary care.
Vice Chair
Jane Bell
Self-employed Optometrist
I have been a member of Dorset LOC since 1990 having lived & worked in
Dorset since the 1980s.I have over 40 years experience in numerous different types of practices
from hospital and health centre to independent practices. I am an independent prescribing optometrist ; I have the College Diploma in Glaucoma. I am the glaucoma lead reviewer for Primary Eyecare Services (PES). I also do telemedicine for CUES covering various areas in England & referral
refinement. I do some community clinics at an independent practice in
Dorset where I provide Low Vision Aids.
I am a scuba-diver & enjoy being on, by, in or under water. I also enjoy
walking especially in Dorset.
Secretary
Carolyn Hudd
I am a self-employed Lay-secretary for Dorset LOC, with almost 10 years experience working alongside other regional LOC’s. I am the go-to person for all your questions and information needs! Send me an email at info@dorsetloc.org and I’ll make sure to connect you with the right person.
Christian Dutton
Clinical Performance Consultant at Specsavers,
Advocate of clinical optometry’s expanding and collaborative role. Passionate about education & training, new technology, clinical standards, clinical safety (IT) and healthcare informatics.
Ian Underwood
Partner, Perry Optometrists
After graduating in 1986 from City University, I completed my pre-reg with Melson Wingate.
Since then, I have worked in all types of practice, as a locum, until 2000 when he became a partner at Perry Optometrists.
In practice, I have a keen interest in the shared care schemes and also specialises in Colorimetry and reading difficulties.
I have been a member of the LOC since 1990 and Treasurer between 1993-2019.
Christopher Quinton BSc(Hons) MCOptom
Ophthalmic Director Specsavers Christchurch
I have been in Optics for all my working life. Starting as a Saturday boy aged 15, then qualifying as a Dispensing optician and then as an Optometrist. I am now a partner with Specsavers.
I am passionate about patient care and eager to improve enhanced optical services in our community.
I am WOPEC MECs, Glaucoma and Cataract accredited and am now studying independent prescribing.
I have been a supervisor for 8 pre-regs now, passionate about career development and improving optometry access in the southwest.
I am excited to begin my new journey with the LOC whilst striving to achieve improved optical services in our area.
Ashton Galloway BSc (Hons) MCOptom FBDO CL Optometrist
I am an optometrist and former Dispensing/contact lens optician. Part of my role on the LOC is the development and delivery of CPD with the CPD team. I served on the LOC prior to becoming an optometrist and also on the SE Wales ROC along with being on the board of directors with other optical organisations. I have a range of experience within optics across primary and secondary care. Paediatric eye care (DCH) and contact lenses (RBH) are two of clinics I can be found doing at hospital and I also work in practice, split nearly equally between hospital and practice.
My aims are seeing better shared care schemes for Dorset whilst also ensuring we are maximising and up skilling all the professions found in practice with every opportunity we have. I also aim to try and help create better links between primary and secondary care.
Jo Kain
Optometrist
Self employed optometrist
I came to Dorset in ‘94 for my pre reg year and ended up staying
I have worked in a variety of settings since then and currently work in west Dorset.
When not at work I like to run or craft.