OUR TEAM

JACKSON YIP
Principal Optometrist
Meet Jackson Yip – Your Trusted Gold Coast Optometrist
At Eyecare Plus Mermaid Beach, practice owner Jackson Yip is dedicated to helping every patient achieve their best possible vision. With over a decade of experience, Jackson takes a holistic and personalised approach to eye care, ensuring each patient receives the attention, time, and tailored solutions they deserve.
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Clear Vision & Comfortable Eyes
Jackson enjoys understanding each patient’s unique visual needs, whether it’s clear vision for driving, comfort when reading, or reducing eyestrain during computer work. He takes the time to listen, explain, and provide practical solutions that truly fit your lifestyle.
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Recognised Professional
Jackson is passionate about promoting regular eye examinations and raising awareness of the importance of early detection in maintaining lifelong vision. He has shared his insights with the community through media appearances and professional conferences, reflecting his commitment to advancing eye health and delivering exceptional patient care.
SHAINA ZHENG
Lead Dry Eye Optometrist
Meet Shaina Zheng – Your Trusted Gold Coast Optometrist
As the co-owner and clinical optometrist at Eyecare Plus Mermaid Beach, Shaina Zheng is dedicated to providing compassionate and personalised eye care. Having personally experienced dry eye disease, she understands the frustrations it can cause and has developed a special interest in helping others find relief through tailored treatment plans and comprehensive care.
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Recognised Professional
Shaina is the Vice President of the Dry Eye Society an organisation dedicated to upskilling Australian optometrists through advanced training and education in dry eye care. She has been featured by national and local media for her insights on early detection and treatment of dry eyes, reflecting her expertise and commitment to eye health.
An accomplished speaker, Shaina has presented at both national and international conferences and regularly contributes to professional education within the optometry field. Passionate about excellence in clinical care, she is dedicated to improving outcomes for every patient she sees.


ALICIA LOU
Senior Clinical Optometrist
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Meet Alicia Lou – Your Trusted Gold Coast Optometrist
Alicia is a caring and dedicated clinical optometrist at Eyecare Plus Mermaid Beach, offering consultations in both English and Mandarin to support our diverse community. She takes pride in helping every patient understand their eye health and achieve the best possible vision.
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Comprehensive Eye Care Expertise
Alicia has extensive experience co-managing chronic eye conditions alongside ophthalmologists, including dry eye disease and glaucoma. Her collaborative approach and attention to detail allow her to create tailored treatment plans that meet each patient’s unique needs, ensuring long term comfort and optimal eye health.
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Passionate About Children’s Vision
Alicia is particularly passionate about children’s eye care and offers Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) for Myopia Control, a gentle, non-surgical option that helps slow the progression of short-sightedness in children. Parents appreciate her patient, friendly manner and clear communication when explaining treatment options.
SHARON
Optical Dispenser
Certificate IV in Optical Dispensing


JODIE
Optical Dispenser
Certificate IV in Optical Dispensing
SKYE
Optical Assistant
Optometry Student at QUT
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