INDEPENDENT EYECARE
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Expert eyecare in the heart of Marchmont

INDEPENDENT EYECARE

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Southside Eyecare was founded to offer something increasingly rare in modern healthcare: time, expertise, and genuinely personal attention.

Formerly P & A Eyecare in Marchmont, our practice has long been known for a thoughtful approach to vision.  

As Southside Eyecare, our dedication remains exactly the same. Our updated identity simply reflects the vibrant community we serve today.

Located just beside the Meadows, we combine advanced clinical technology with the comforting familiarity of an independent practice.  

We know that appointments should never feel rushed. Whether we are helping a child see clearly at school, supporting someone experiencing changing vision, or managing long-term eye health, our priority is constant. Every patient receives expert care tailored entirely to their needs.

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Our
values

Personal by nature
We take the time to listen, understand, and tailor our care and eyewear choices to every individual. By building lasting trust, we ensure you feel comfortable, confident, and supported at every stage of life.

Part of the community
As a local Southside practice, we value the relationships we build within our neighbourhood. We actively support local businesses and play our part in helping the community thrive.

CURATED WITH PURPOSE
From the frames we showcase to the lenses we recommend, every product has been carefully selected for its quality, craftsmanship, and performance. We believe in offering fewer, better choices.

CLINICAL EXCELLENCE
We invest in advanced technology and ongoing learning to deliver the highest standard of eye care.

Our patients say it best

Excellent service from start to finish. I like the optional scans offered so you know more about your overall eye health from test to test. Feels relaxed and staff are all very friendly.

Ewan Trousdale

Excellent eye test as usual carried out by professional optician. Very thorough and explained results clearly which I think is very important. The whole team are super helpful and Ellen helped me find the right frames which isn't an easy task! Lovely clear first class quality lenses. Very pleased with my new specs. Thanks all.

Margaret Tulip

By far the best overall optical experience myself & my husband have had. Excellent eye testing, an array of lens choice & really friendly service from the P&A team. What really stood out however, was James' optical styling input. Finally, after ten years of wearing glasses, I have a pair of frames that I love to wear.

Shaz Morton

Best and most thorough eye test I have ever had - corrected previous test, and I can now fully see again - also found an eye problem - great, friendly and professional service front of house as well - recommend to anyone.

Andrew Reid

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If it's time for your next eye examination, we'd be delighted to welcome you to Southside Eyecare where everyone will experience time, expert advice and genuinely personalised care.