Dhruvin Patel

Dhruvin Patel Dhruvin Patel is an influencer

Optometrist & SeeEO, Ocushield | Workplace Wellness Expert | As seen on Dragons’ Den | King's Award Recipient

London, England, United Kingdom
22K followers 500+ connections

About

Whilst studying Optometry at university, I launched the development of the initial product offering at Ocushield - medically registered blue light filtering technology that make eyes healthier, improves sleep and makes people happier.

Currently supplying our online eye screening test, accessible for employees and patients via a web URL or app. Working with Benenden Health, AON, AIG Insurance and more...

Having received a development grant from City University of London, I built Ocushield into an internationally distributed, MHRA/FDA medically registered product that transformed hundreds of thousands of peoples eye health and quality of life.

From humble beginnings to building Ocushield, getting featured on Dragons' Den (and winning over Peter Jones & Tej Lalvani in the process), Forbes, The Guardian & USA Today - talking about eye health and blue light, it’s been an entrepreneurial journey full of ups and downs and yes a lot of lessons.

At Ocushield, we have helped over 300,000 eyes in over 147 countries with our products to protect their eyes.

We envision a world aware of eye health in the times of the booming digitisation and the accompanying eye strain thus helping people develop healthier eyes and happier lives.

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    Founder & SeeEO

    Ocushield

    - Present 6 years 4 months

    London, United Kingdom

    Ocushield exists, to let eyes thrive.

    Ocushield's hero products are the worlds only Class 1, medically rated blue light blocking screen filter products (as classified by the Medicines & Healthcare Regulatory Agency (MHRA) in the UK & the FDA in the USA).

    In 2023, we launched an online eye screening test, completed in under 7 minutes by employees from a smartphone or laptop for corporates via intermediaries & health care partners.

    We want to enhance the optical pathway, so…

    Ocushield exists, to let eyes thrive.

    Ocushield's hero products are the worlds only Class 1, medically rated blue light blocking screen filter products (as classified by the Medicines & Healthcare Regulatory Agency (MHRA) in the UK & the FDA in the USA).

    In 2023, we launched an online eye screening test, completed in under 7 minutes by employees from a smartphone or laptop for corporates via intermediaries & health care partners.

    We want to enhance the optical pathway, so that the 13% of the NHS backlog in ophthalmology is improved on and 4.1 days which are lost every year to sight loss & eye issues is reduced.

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    Board Trustee

    Croydon Vision

    - Present 5 years 5 months

    London, England, United Kingdom

    Croydon Vision is a non-profit which supports and enables people with sight loss to live as independent, confident and fulfilled lives as possible. CV is a charity which supports all ages by providing a range of services at their two sites in Croydon, South London.

    CV's objective is to provide individuals with sight-loss a safe space and a welcoming community. Our services meet the needs of our members throughout all stages of their lives working with children from 3 to adults and the…

    Croydon Vision is a non-profit which supports and enables people with sight loss to live as independent, confident and fulfilled lives as possible. CV is a charity which supports all ages by providing a range of services at their two sites in Croydon, South London.

    CV's objective is to provide individuals with sight-loss a safe space and a welcoming community. Our services meet the needs of our members throughout all stages of their lives working with children from 3 to adults and the Over 65's.

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    Advisory Board Member

    City, University of London

    - 4 years 3 months

    London, United Kingdom

    The role of the Advisory Committee is to provide advice and guidance to the Enterprise
    Education Team of City, University of London in support of the development of its strategy,
    policy and activity.

    The City Launch Lab is the City, University of London’s incubation space for student and graduate entrepreneurs. Currently responsible for the development of 45 companies, the Launch Lab not only provides a home for budding entrepreneurs in central London, it also provides access to an…

    The role of the Advisory Committee is to provide advice and guidance to the Enterprise
    Education Team of City, University of London in support of the development of its strategy,
    policy and activity.

    The City Launch Lab is the City, University of London’s incubation space for student and graduate entrepreneurs. Currently responsible for the development of 45 companies, the Launch Lab not only provides a home for budding entrepreneurs in central London, it also provides access to an acceleration programme, mentoring activities and community focussed sharing of triumphs and challenges, as well as further provisions such as a mental health and well-being service over the course of 12 months. Currently the Launch Lab has a range of companies and as such has a big remit to keep a wide range of companies engaged and active within the space.

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    Contributor

    Thrive Global

    - 6 years 8 months

    London, United Kingdom

    I contribute pieces on health, wellness and technology to empower living a better life in the digital age.

    Thrive Global is an American company that provides behavior change technology and media to individuals and organizations around the world with the mission of ending the stress and burnout epidemic. It was founded by Arianna Huffington in August 2016.

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    Locum Optometrist

    Boots Opticians

    - 2 years

    Multiple sites across Greater London

    When people have problems with their vision, they visit an optometrist. Optometrists specialize in diagnosing problems with the visual system and providing corrective solutions that will improve their patients'​ sight.

    Optometrists use specialized instruments to diagnose their patients'​ vision problems. For example, they use ophthalmoscopes to see inside of the eye, and retinoscopes to see how patients react to different lens strengths.

    After a diagnosis is made, optometrists…

    When people have problems with their vision, they visit an optometrist. Optometrists specialize in diagnosing problems with the visual system and providing corrective solutions that will improve their patients'​ sight.

    Optometrists use specialized instruments to diagnose their patients'​ vision problems. For example, they use ophthalmoscopes to see inside of the eye, and retinoscopes to see how patients react to different lens strengths.

    After a diagnosis is made, optometrists prescribe medicines, glasses, contact lenses, or other corrective eye wear that will improve their patients' vision.

    Sometimes, optometrists find problems with the eyes that are caused by serious diseases like glaucoma. In these cases, optometrists must refer the patient to a medical doctor who can help treat the problem.

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    Resident Optometrist

    Specsavers

    - 2 years 5 months

    Epsom, South London

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    Corporate Screening

    Vision Express

    - 2 years 4 months

    Canary Wharf

    • Conducting visual screening at corporate events for companies such as Financial Ombudsmen and Waitrose
    • Training new members of staff on customer care, product awareness, KPI's and merchandising

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    Mangement Team - Croydon Youth Opportunity Fund and Youth Captial Fund

    Croydon Council

    - 8 months

    Croydon

    Youth service managers had real doubts about how YOF/YCF could be safely and effectively managed by the already overstretched services. This is where the fund and management team was set up. Who better than the youth of the borough? Our task was to distribute £300,000 of the government’s money to projects and youth in the Borough. This allowed communities to improve local services and facilities via application for funds through being granted by us.

Education

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    City University (GB)

    BSc (Hons) Optometry Optometry 2:1

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    Activities and Societies: Krishna Conciousness Society(out of the box thinking, spiritual enhancement). City Spark(business and start-up orientated seminars and events). Intracity, football, basketball tournaments.

    Previously known as ophthalmic opticians, optometrists are primary health care specialists trained to examine the eyes to detect defects in vision, signs of injury, ocular diseases or abnormality and problems with general health.

    A detailed examination of the eye can reveal conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes. Optometrists make a diagnosis, offer advice and when necessary prescribe, fit and supply contact lenses or glasses. Referrals for specialists advice may be…

    Previously known as ophthalmic opticians, optometrists are primary health care specialists trained to examine the eyes to detect defects in vision, signs of injury, ocular diseases or abnormality and problems with general health.

    A detailed examination of the eye can reveal conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes. Optometrists make a diagnosis, offer advice and when necessary prescribe, fit and supply contact lenses or glasses. Referrals for specialists advice may be required, patients may require a corrective lens or no further treatment.

    Optometrists study at university for at least three years and participate in a full year of training and supervision, called the pre-registration year, before qualifying. Once qualified, they have the opportunity to develop their interests in specialist aspects of practice such as contact lenses, eye treatment, low vision, children’s vision and sports vision.

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    City University London

    FD Ophthalmic Dispensing Optometry 2:1

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    The Foundation Degree in Ophthalmic Dispensing allows students to enter their pre-registration training as a dispensing optician or can lead to further study at degree level. Job prospects are good and the career is interesting and rewarding, and one that can make a genuine difference. The career is suited to those who enjoy working with people.

Licenses & Certifications

Volunteer Experience

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    Optometrist

    Crisis

    - 2 months

    Optometric professionals including myself powered up eyecare clinics throughout London during the Crisis week – and saw hundreds of clients, dispensing glasses with extreme powers ranging from -9.5 to +10.5 dioptres. Providing eye care services to the homesless during the cold Christmas period, including Christmas and Boxing day.

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    Youth Centre Supervisor

    Croydon Council

    - 2 years 9 months

    - Engage youth participants in trusting and supportive relationships while maintaining professional boundaries
    - Work with youth to ensure we are meeting their specific needs and interests by providing them with opportunities for program input, life skill development, and personal growth

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Languages

  • Gujrati

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Organizations

  • Association of Optometrists

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