< Back Hasan Akhtar BSc(Hons) MCOptom DipTp(IP) Prof Cert Med Ret Prof Cert Glauc AFHA Hasan graduated from Aston University in 2016 with a 1st class honours degree in Optometry. He joined Taylor Biddle in 2018 and became a partner in April 2021. Alongside his work with Taylor Biddle, he is a Sessional Lecturer and Clinical Supervisor at Aston University teaching the degree programme as well as a Faculty Member for Johnson & Johnson Vision and Assessor for the College of Optometrists. Hasan specialises in Medical Retina and Glaucoma but also became an Independent Prescriber in 2023 allowing him to prescribe more medications to help treat eye conditions. Hasan has sat on the local optical committee since 2020 which allows him to stay at the forefront of Optometry and implement the latest shared care schemes and enhancements to the services we provide. In his spare time he enjoys theatre, outdoor adventures, socialising and travelling the world. Optometrist Director

< Back Tom Green BSc (Hons) FBDO Tom has been at Taylor Biddle since 2018 and became a qualified Dispensing Optician in 2025. He enjoys working in our busy environment and is passionate about customer care. Tom likes music, such as The Stone Roses and Oasis as well as wartime history. Also he loves socialising with friends and is a massive West Brom fan. Dispensing Optician

< Back Samad Uddin BSc (Hons) MCOptom Samad graduated from Aston University in 2020 and has since worked as an optometrist in a wide range of practices across the UK. He joined Taylor Biddle in 2025. Samad is MECS qualified and particularly enjoys managing emergency eye care, helping patients with urgent concerns. Outside of work, Samad enjoys going to the gym, playing badminton, and travelling the world.

Contact us for the detailed eye exam. Book your appointment today and meet with our highly qualified and experienced doctors and staff CONTACT US Select your local practice below to see store details COMPTON 39 Bridgnorth Road, Compton, Wolverhampton, WV6 8AF ADDRESS GET IN TOUCH VIEW STORE DETAILS Tel: 01902 750325 WOMBOURNE 34, Windmill Bank, Wombourne, Wolverhampton, WV5 9JD ADDRESS GET IN TOUCH VIEW STORE DETAILS Tel: 01902 895909

< Back Elisha Dhir BSc (Hons) MCOptom Dip ScV M.ASvP Elisha graduated from The University of Manchester in 2020 with a First-Class Honours degree in Optometry and qualified as an Optometrist in 2022 following her pre-registration year at Taylor Biddle. She has recently completed her School Vision Diploma which involves seeing patients with binocular vision anomalies and visual stress. In her free time, Elisha enjoys socialising, dining in restaurants and visiting new places. Optometrist

< Back Dale Dobbin Optical Dispenser Dale joined Taylor Biddle in 2025. He has over 20+ years of optical experience and has brought a wealth of knowledge to the team. In his spare time he enjoys, music, holidays and shopping. Optical Dispenser

EyeDream is the perfect alternative to laser surgery, daily contact lenses and specs. orthokeratology corrects your vision while you sleep - all without any need for eyelid tints or awkward glasses! EYEDREAM ORTHO-K Correct your vision while you sleep! EyeDream, a form of orthokeratology (ortho-k), can work to correct your vision while you sleep. Simply remove the custom contact lenses upon waking and enjoy a world of clear, natural vision throughout the day. EyeDream is non-invasive and has transformed the lives of thousands of short- sighted people across the world. HOW DOES EYEDREAM WORK? The cornea plays a key role in creating a sharp optical focus. EyeDream – advanced ortho-k lenses – gently reshape the curvature of the cornea overnight, creating a slightly flatter profile. Upon waking, the slight change (less than half the width of a human hair) in cornea curvature is enough to create clear, sharp vision for the duration of the day. IS EYEDREAM FOR ME? EyeDream is the perfect solution for people who suffer from mild to moderate myopia (short-sightedness) and want clear natural vision all day without the need for specs or lenses. Have considered laser surgery but are concerned with the associated risks. Are involved in sport but find specs and contact lenses restrictive. Are soft contact lens wearers but suffer from discomfort or dry, scratchy eyes. ORTHO-K AND MYOPIA The aim of Myopia Control is to slow down, or halt, the progression of myopia, and this is becoming increasingly effective, especially in children and teenagers. Orthokeratology lenses, such as EyeDream, are playing a key role in Myopia Control all over the world. Recent studies have indicated that myopia develops at a much slower rate, and can even be halted in children fitted with ortho-k. Click here to discover our other Myopia Control options. Q&A EyeDream Can I really sleep & see? Yes, once the effect is complete you simply remove the lenses each morning and you can see normally throughout that day. How quickly will it work? After the first night most of the necessary correction has been achieved. Normally, within a week, your sight during the day will be ‘treated’ and you will no longer be reliant on glasses or contact lenses. How is this possible? EyeDream lenses are made of one of the very highest oxygen permeable materials, Boston XO™, for maximum comfort and safety during overnight wear. Is EyeDream safe? Yes. Research and experience show that the whole process is 100% reversible. So if you decide to stop wearing EyeDream the eye will return to its original shape. This makes EyeDream an excellent alternative to laser eye surgery. How much does EyeDream cost? The initial fee is £150 (£175 for astigmatism) and Direct Debit payments thereafter of £49.50/month which includes solutions and twice-yearly replacement lenses. How do I try EyeDream? Simply book an appointment for a suitability consultation. If you are suitable your eyes will be analysed on an eye-mapping instrument and from the data gathered, lenses are ordered. Quick links: CONTACT LENSES CHILDRENS EYECARE

Contact our Compton branch for your detailed eye exam with your trusted local independent Optician. TAYLOR BIDDLE COMPTON 39 Bridgnorth Road, Compton, Wolverhampton, WV6 8AF 01902 750325 BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT Our Service is as Special as Your Eyes BOOK AN APPOINTMENT Monday - Friday: 9:00 - 5:30 Saturday: 9:00 - 5:00 Sunday: Closed OUR PRACTICE We are located nearby Compton Park on Bridgnorth Road where we are next door to Bridgnorth Road Pharmacy. Our location is close to numerous regular bus routes. Patient parking is available to the front and rear of the building Our practice is wheelchair accessible Lift access to both floors WELCOME TO COMPTON SEND US A MESSAGE Need a little help or just have a question? Fill in the form below and we'll get back to you as soon as we can. Why not check our FAQs page for popular patient queries. If you still can't find what you need, we will be happy to help. Full Name Phone Email Write a message SEND Thank you for your message, we'll get back to you as soon as we can OUR DEDICATED TEAM Eye care is a passion at Taylor Biddle. We take pride in our highly skilled, knowledgeable team who stay with us for many years. We're dedicated to providing a welcoming environment for all our patients, with friendly service that is second-to none! MEET THE TEAM

Now we are offering Private Diabetic Assessments as a part of our extended examinations utilising our cutting edge eye-scanning technology. DIABETIC SCREENING It is with regret that we have now withdrawn from the NHS diabetic screening programme, as due to the current COVID 19 situation we are concentrating on maximising safety and distancing measures by giving our patients more time ans space with extended examinations. Now we are offering a Private Diabetic Assessments as a part of our extended examinations utilising our cutting edge eye scanning technology. The NHS retinal screening photographs are just surface photographs of the central 30° of the retina. We are able to use much more sophisticated equipment to look at the back of the eye in much more detail than the basic retinal photograph. These additional tests, OCT and Optomap, offer 3 dimensional views and 180° views respectively and are not to be confused with the retinal photography. DIABETIC APPOINTMENTS AT TAYLOR BIDDLE Our experienced optometrists, who have extra qualifications in Diabetic retinal disease, will thoroughly check the scans and send a report to your GP with the results. We still recommend that you attend your NHS diabetic eye screening when invited to do so. The Private Diabetic Assessments are included in our Eyecare Plans. Click here to learn more about our Eyecare Plans.

Good vision is essential in childhood development and regular eye examinations are the key to good vision. CHILDRENS EYECARE Good vision is essential in childhood development and regular eye examinations are the key to good vision. Research has shown that one in five school children have an undetected eye problem. As 80% of a child’s learning occurs visually, many children cannot see well enough to reach their full potential or enjoy everyday childhood activities as much as they could. A child may not realise if their vision is not clear – they assume the way they see is normal. Therefore regular eye examinations are advised for all children under the age of 16 at least once a year. FIND ANY CONCERNS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE Children should have their first eye examination by the age of four, sooner if any problems are suspected. The earlier a problem is detected, the more effectively it can be treated. It doesn’t matter if your child is too young to talk or read a letter chart, as we use a range of techniques and modern equipment to detect visual problems at any age. Such equipment used is a computerised test chart which allows us to use pictures, numbers, shapes as well as letters to check the child’s vision. We provide free NHS eye tests for all children under 16 and those under 19 and in full time education. If a child is found to need spectacles, a contribution is provided by the NHS. Typical warning signs to look out for: One eye turns in, out, up or down Complains of frequent headaches Frequently rubs eyes or blinks a lot Screws up eyes when reading or watching television Avoids reading, writing or drawing Has difficulty catching a ball Fails to make expected progress at school Develops behavioural or concentration problems at school WHAT IF MY CHILD NEEDS SPECTACLES? We stock a wide range of spectacles specially designed for children’s faces. Many have soft nose pads for extra comfort and sprung hinges to withstand extra wear and tear. Your child might prefer contact lenses. We have a great range of comfortable and easy-to-use contact lenses and our expert team can advise which option is best. Quick links: VISUAL STRESS EYEWEAR WHAT OUR PATIENTS SAY.. “Taylor Biddle Opticians look after three generations in our family with equal care and expertise. Tracey is always available for caring support and we have easy access to appointments. Staff are welcoming and friendly at both practices.” - S.D Claverley -

We offer a more sophisticated way to purchase your eyewear. Our Eyewear Styling Consultation is a guided journey through the process of choosing new glasses. EYEWEAR STYLING & FITTING Your eyewear should be an extension of your personal style, not just something necessary in order to see clearly! You deserve to look great in your frames and sunglasses and we are here to ensure that. The ultimate goal of our dispensing team is to make sure that you leave with eyewear that fits and flatters your face perfectly. With so many frames and sunglasses out there, it can be hard to know which ones are right for you and what styles you should look for. At Taylor Biddle, we offer dedicated styling sessions where our specially trained stylists can consider everything from your personal style to your face shape and complexion to find a perfect match that will suit YOU. OUR STYLING CONSULTATIONS Our expert dispensing team have undertaken additional training and certification in order to provide the best possible styling advice so you can look and feel your best. The consultation takes approximately 1 hour to ensure you have all the time you need to pick out the perfect pair. In that time, we will asses your individual facial features, hair and eye colour, personal style, prescription, work and lifestyle to determine the type of eyewear that will reflect you and meet your needs. We have a great variety of different styles, shapes and colours to choose from so you can be sure that there's something for you. During our consultation, we'll put together a selection of frames and/or sunglasses for you to try on and we will work together to find which are the best for you. THE PERFECT FIT When you have chosen your perfect frames, we will take extra care to ensure the best possible fit for optimal comfort and clear vision. We use state-of-the-art intuitive technology to ensure we can take precise measurements. Following the arrival of your eyewear, we will invite you to have them properly fitted and adjusted to maximise on comfort and leave you feeling as good as you look! We can even discuss how best to care for your glasses or sunglasses to make sure you get the most out of them. Quick links: EYEWEAR BRANDS EYE EXAMINATIONS WHAT OUR PATIENTS SAY.. "We would like to say a massive thank you to EVERYONE at Taylor Biddle. They make your experience of getting an eye test and then choosing new specs such fun. They know all their customers personally and this helps them to find the correct style of glasses to suit you. They will spend time with you talking through different points of which style suit you best. James had already pre chosen 4 pairs of specs for my husband prior to his test and he knows him so well, that the first pair he tried on were the ones he went away with!! We wouldn't go anywhere else." - D. Taylor - 08/2021 via Google

Our privacy policy provides detailed information on when and why Taylor Biddle Opticians collects your personal information, how we use and store it. PRIVACY POLICY Your Privacy At Taylor Biddle, we are committed to the highest privacy standards. However you choose to interact with us, we will only collect data that is necessary for us to deliver the best possible service and ensure you are reminded about appointments or anything else relevant to your ongoing care. This policy provides detailed information on when and why we collect your personal information, how we use it and the very limited conditions under which we may disclose it to others. Collection of your Personal Information In addition to your basic contact information (name, date of birth, telephone numbers and your addresses) we will collect other relevant details including current and past health and medication information, your examination results, payment details and lifestyle information. We may also store associated information received from other health care professionals as part of your ongoing care. How we use this information The information we collect about you is used to ensure we provide you with the best and most appropriate products and services. In addition to your ongoing eye care, we will remind you when appointments are due and suggest relevant products or services that we believe would be of interest. We use your contact information to respond to queries from you, and where appropriate your bank details to collect Direct Debit payments as agreed. We may occasionally contact you to ask for your feedback on the services we have provided and to offer the opportunity to trial new products. Our policy on storage, processing, and retention of your information To provision and manage our services, your data is stored and processed by Optix Software Ltd within their UK facilities that are certified to ISO27001. 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