A Clear Vision For Ingham With Rebecca Bornstein

Rebecca Bornstein is a highly qualified and dedicated optometrist, committed to providing tailored, evidence-based care to every patient she sees. She holds a Bachelor of Vision Science with Distinction and a Master of Optometry from Deakin University and is endorsed to prescribe ocular therapeutics.

Although initially interested in nutrition, Rebecca was drawn to optometry after exploring a wide range of healthcare professions. saying that optometry ticked every box for her as a career that offered continual learning, a strong clinical focus, and good work-life balance.

Her clinical interests include paediatric eye care, glaucoma management, anterior eye conditions, and dry eye disease. These areas are particularly relevant in the Ingham area, where dry eye is prevalent among the ageing population. Rebecca explained that the regional location has provided the perfect opportunity with its many complicated and challenging patients, for her to apply her skills while continuing to learn.

Rebecca joined the Rachel Cauchi Optometrist's team with enthusiasm, saying "I wanted to be clinically challenged, mentally challenged. I came and met the team, and I just felt like we would be a good fit, and it has been so wonderful."

Her approach to patient care is full of empathy and preparation, particularly when working with children or nervous adults. “I try to relate to them, to be present with them, and if it's kids, to make them laugh and enjoy the process." She always has a strategy and a plan ready before the patients walk in, tailor-made to each one.

Rebecca encourages anyone who has not had an eye test recently to book an appointment, even if they are not experiencing symptoms. “Routine eye checks can detect issues that may not yet be noticeable,” she advises. “It’s an important part of overall health care, even if you aren't experiencing any symptoms," and advises getting checked every two years for those under 65 and every year if over 65.

Outside of work, Rebecca enjoys spending time in nature with her partner, cooking, and playing guitar. One of her favourite local spots is the Cardwell Jetty, as she never tires of the views.

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