UK-qualified optometrist with 7+ years’ experience. lead optom, locum, MECS, cataract & glaucoma-accredited. I offer 1:1 tutoring, OSCE prep & clinical case support. Author of optometry crash-course.

I've had the pleasure of knowing Shabaz for some time, and I can confidently say he's one of the most dedicated, knowledgeable and supportive tutors I've come across. He's incredibly patient and has a real talent for explaining even the most difficult concepts in a way that's easy to understand. He takes the time to adapt his teaching to each student's needs, making every lesson engaging, productive and enjoyable.

What I appreciate most is how invested he is in his students' success. He doesn't just teach the material—he makes sure you genuinely understand it and builds your confidence along the way. He's always encouraging, approachable and willing to go the extra mile to help.

One experience that stands out is how he broke down a topic I was struggling with into simple, manageable steps. By the end of the session, something that had seemed overwhelming suddenly made perfect sense. His calm and methodical approach made all the difference.

I couldn't recommend Shabaz highly enough. If you're looking for a tutor who is professional, friendly and genuinely passionate about helping students achieve their goals, Shabaz is an excellent choice.

I was struggling with a few topics in optometry and decided to use Shabaz as a super tutor. It was worth every penny. He tailored the lesson to what I wanted to learn about. Highly recommend.

I’ve known Shabaz for several years, and I’ve seen first-hand how passionate and patient he is when it comes to teaching. He has a great way of explaining things clearly and always makes sure you fully understand a topic before moving on. He never makes you feel rushed or embarrassed to ask questions, which really helped build my confidence.

One thing I appreciate most about his teaching is how he adapts his approach to suit the individual. If I didn’t understand something the first time, he would explain it in a different way until it clicked. His lessons are always well organised, engaging, and focused on helping you achieve your goals.

One experience that stands out is when he helped me prepare for an important assessment. He broke down difficult concepts into simple steps, gave me plenty of practice, and offered constructive feedback throughout. Thanks to his support, I felt much more confident and achieved a result I was really happy with.

I would highly recommend Shabaz to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, supportive, and dedicated tutor. He genuinely cares about his students’ progress and always goes the extra mile to help them succeed.

I honestly cannot recommend Shabaz enough to any optometry student or pre-reg trainee in the UK!
Optometry can feel completely overwhelming—balancing heavy theory like binocular vision, optics, and ocular pathology alongside clinical skill practice and GOC competencies. Working with this tutor completely transformed my understanding and my confidence.
What sets them apart is their deep knowledge of the curriculum and the specific nuances of university exams as well as College of Optometrists assessments (Stage 1, Stage 2, and OSCEs).
Clear, Simplified Explanations: They have a fantastic ability to break down complex topics—like retinoscopy theory, contact lens fitting calculations, or visual fields interpretation—into clear, manageable concepts that actually stick.
Practical & Exam-Focused: Lessons were tailored perfectly to what I needed. We worked through realistic clinical case studies, masterclass OSCE-style roleplays, and mock station feedback that was constructive, thorough, and spot-on.
Supportive & Patient: They created a completely non-judgmental environment where no question felt too silly to ask. My confidence in patient communication and practical techniques improved massively.
Thanks to their targeted guidance and structured revision sessions, I went into my exams feeling calm, fully prepared, and ended up passing with flying colours.

Shabaz really helped me with pathology. He takes time to explain complications and how to treat them in both real-world practice, which is handy for OSCEs, but is well-versed with the literature for exams too. Genuine lifesaver.

Shabaz has been teaching me for years. He is a very knowledgeable teacher and knows his stuff, especially Optom at the university level. He explains concepts easily and clearly.

Would recommend!

Ruheth

Shabaz has been teaching me for years. He is a very knowledgeable teacher and knows his stuff, especially Optom at the university level. He explains concepts easily and clearly.

Would recommend!