Mr Dilesh Makwana

Professional statement

Dilesh Makwana is an esteemed optometrist based in Coventry, with more than 10 years of experience. His areas of expertise include eye examinations, myopia control, paediatric optometry, dry eyes, blepharitis, colorimetry and contact lenses.

Mr Makwana graduated with a BSc in Optometry from the University of Aston in 2012, before going on to become a member of the College of Optometrists the following year. He quickly established himself as an eminent voice in the field, winning a national award for Newly Qualified Optometrist of the Year in 2017. He was also awarded a prestigious scholarship from Alcon, which recognises the professional development of optometrists upon qualifying. In addition to his areas of expertise, Mr Makwana also has a special interest include orthokeratology, anterior eye disease and optometry in the community. Mr Makwana has also recently achieved a Professional Certificate in Glaucoma.

Mr Makwana currently serves as both managing director and specialist IP optometrist for all four Eyesite Eyecare Centres, a distinguished group of private and independent opticians in Coventry. Eyesite Eyecare Centres ensures patients receive the highest standard of optical care from highly-skilled optometrists, as well as prime customer service. A wide range of services and procedures are available at each of the centres.

In addition to his clinical work, Mr Makwana has also published several articles in Optometry Today, and has been invited to speak on BBC Radio on a range of eye health issues.