Qualifications
- BSc(Hons) MSc MCOptom
- DipTp(IP)
About Tejinder
Tejinder has over 22 years of experience working as an Optometrist and works as a specialist Optometrist at Moorfields Eye Hospital and at the Institute of Optometry.
Tejinder graduated with First Class Honours in Optometry from City University in 2001, where she was awarded prestigious honours for Best Clinical Paper and Abnormal Ocular Conditions.
Her pre-registration year provided a broad range of experience, with placements in independent practices, as well as at St George’s Hospital, Central Middlesex Hospital, and the Institute of Optometry. In 2006, Tejinder earned a distinction in her Master’s in Clinical Optometry from City University.
Her dedication to global eye care led her to volunteer with Vision Aid Overseas in remote regions of Ethiopia and Zambia, where she trained nurses in refraction techniques and provided essential eye care to underserved communities. She also worked as the sole optometrist in the Falkland Islands, further expanding her experience in remote areas.
Tejinder has gained valuable experience in the Diabetic Ophthalmology Clinic at Central Middlesex Hospital and, for over 18 years, has worked alongside leading consultant ophthalmologists at Moorfields Eye Hospital, focusing on pre- and post-surgical refraction.
In addition, Tejinder has been part of a Specialist Clinic at the Institute of Optometry for 23 years, bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise in managing complex eye conditions. She holds WOPEC certifications in Cataract and Minor Eye Conditions.
In 2024, Tejinder completed her Independent Prescribing qualification. Driven by her passion for treating dry eye conditions, she joined Dry Eye Centre, where she now focuses on delivering advanced care to patients suffering from dry eye syndrome.
