Practitioners
Andrew J. Morgan PhD FCOptom
Dr Andrew Morgan completed his Batchelor of Science in Optometry at the City University, London before finishing optometrist training at the Colchester Eye Hospital. After working at Moorfields Eye Hospital, Oxford Eye Hospital and private practice, he specialised in contact lenses and binocular vision anomalies for which he was awarded a Fellowship to the College of Optometrists in 1994. In 2003, Andrew received a Doctorate in research following his completion of a PhD looking into the role of circulation in glaucoma and diabetic eye disease. He has had papers published in the journals British Journal of Ophthalmology and Glaucoma. Working with the Local Optometric Committee, Andrew was instrumental in the setting up of the community based Diabetic Eye Screening Service in Oxfordshire.
Andrew lives in North Oxford with his wife, Lisa, and their two sons. He enjoys cycling and snowboarding.
Lisa C. Morgan BSc MCOptom
Lisa Morgan completed her Bachelor of Science in Optometry at Aston University, Birmingham before finishing her optometrist training at the Oxford Eye Hospital. Following many years working for Melson Wingate Opticians and the Optometry Dept at City University, London, she joined Morgan White Optometrists in 2006 to work with her husband, Andrew. Lisa continues to work part-time at the Oxford Eye Hospital where she specialises in colour vision assessment, low vision work and children’s vision problems. She has been awarded two certificates for further training in glaucoma and paediatric eyecare.
Lisa lives in North Oxford with her husband, Andrew, and their two sons. She enjoys helping with the local school’s PTA and eating cakes!
David J. White FCOptom
After qualifying at the Northampton Technical College, London, David was awarded membership of the British Optical Association. Having worked both in private practice and at the Oxford Eye Hospital, David has always taken a special interest in contact lenses. He has previously been a guest speaker on matters optical on Radio Oxford and presented research on new contact lenses at the British Contact Lens Association annual conference.
David lives in Kidlington with his wife Dawn, one of the clinic receptionists, and in his spare time enjoys DIY and watching sport.
Kathy Gabbatiss BSc MCOptom
Kathy Gabbatiss completed her Bachelor of Science in Optometry at UMIST, Manchester. Having worked both in private practice and at the Oxford Eye Hospital, Kathy has a reputation for her thorough, clinical eye examinations. An active member of the Oxfordshire Local Optometric Committee, she has helped advance standards in optometry in the region. Kathy lives in Wootton by Woodstock, Oxfordshire with her husband and son.
Kathy enjoys poetry and laughing.
Astra Messer FBDO
Astra Messer completed her dispensing optician qualification in 2000 and is registered with the General Optical Council. Her flare for fashion and her perfectionism combine to make her golden rule that all her patients requiring spectacles leave with stylish, comfortable glasses. Astra lives in South Warwickshire with her partner.
Astra enjoys caravanning and chocolate.