Meet our Team

Our mission at Mt Annan Eyecare

is to build long term relationships with the community through excellence in eye care

Dina established Mt Annan Eyecare in 2010.

Dina graduated from the University of NSW with Honours in 1996. In May 2022, she attained the ACBO Fellowship, furthering her knowledge in the area of neuro-developmental optometry.

Dina continues to focus her energies on expanding her knowledge and clinical skills to ensure she can offer the most comprehensive visual care to her patients.

She has completed postgraduate studies here in Australia as well as in the USA. This includes the Curriculum Courses of OEP (The Optometric Extension Program) in the years 2000-2008. In 2012, she was privileged to attend the Sanet Program in San Diego. These courses provide hands-on small-group post-graduate clinical education in the field of behavioural vision care, conducted by leading expert doctors in the field.

Dina enjoys working in private practise, and has a passion for providing the type of visual care that can shape optimal development and potential.

Dina has embarked on two Eyecare trips, as a Volunteer, to provide eyecare to remote villages in East Timor, Dili and Oecussi, with ICEE (International Centre for Eyecare and Education).

Dina is a member of the College of Optometrists in Vision Development, the Optometric Extension Program Foundation, the Australasian College of Behavioural Optometrists, and the Optometric Association of Australia.

Optometrist

Kevin Trac undertook the Bachelor of Vision Science/Bachelor of Optometry course at the University of New South Wales and graduated with honours in 2011. During his studies he undertook placement at the Australian College of Optometry (ACO) in Melbourne and at the South-West Eye Hospital in Chongqing, China.

Kevin has worked with the Brien Holden Vision Institute delivering eye care and education programs to Aboriginal communities in NSW and the Northern Territory.

Kevin has a special interest in behavioural optometry, myopia control, orthokeratology (Ortho-K), specialty contact lens fitting for keratoconus, and diseases of the eye.

Kevin is therapeutically endorsed to prescribe medications to treat anterior eye infections, inflammations and also to co-manage glaucoma and post cataract surgery. He has experience in co-managing patients following corrective laser surgery. He is also experienced in foreign body removals and the treatment of dry eyes.

Optometrist

Joanne graduated from the University of NSW with Honours in 2008. She has completed postgraduate studies at both UNSW as well as OEPF Clinical Curriculum and proactive about further developing her knowledge with the latest research.

Joanne has a special interest in children’s vision and contact lens fitting. She is passionate about providing holistic eyecare to enhance quality of life for her patients.

Joanne worked for many years with the Royal Society for the Blind and a previous board member of the Contact Lens Society (South Australia) for providing education to her peers.

Joanne has been on Eyecare trips with Rotary and Australian Health and Humanitarian Aid as a Volunteer, providing eyecare and support in rural areas of Cambodia and Vietnam.

In Joanne’s spare time she is busy learning the art of negotiation with her 2 young children and Beaglier, and trying to find where the best playgrounds are around Sydney.

Vision Therapist

William Coyle, Dina’s husband, is a certified Vision Therapist through the Australasian College of Behavioural Optometrists, having qualified in May 2022. He has worked as a vision therapist at Mount Annan Eyecare since 2017. William also holds a Masters of Music in piano performance. He taught at The Australian Institute of Music for four years until the end of 2017, predominantly in music harmony, music history, and music teacher training.

In November of 2018 William attended the OEP VT1 training course in Pomona, California, where he was invited to attend and to present a paper this forthcoming January at the Kraskin Invitational Skeffington Symposium in Washington D.C. William’s paper discussed commonalities between musical and visual development, and the corresponding parallels between music education and vision therapy.

In February 2020 William also attended the Sanet Program in San Diego.

Qualified Optical Dispenser ( Certificate IV) / Senior Practice Operations Co-Ordinator

Tamara is a qualified Optical Dispenser at Mt Annan Eyecare. Her journey with the clinic began as a patient of Dr Dina Chungue, where her interest in the optical industry quickly grew. When offered the chance to join the team as a trainee, Tamara eagerly embraced the opportunity and went on to complete her qualifications. She is passionate about helping patients find eyewear that not only meets their vision needs but also suits their personal style. When she’s not at the clinic, Tamara enjoys relaxing and spending quality time with her family.

Senior Optical Dispenser and Senior Practice Liason Co-Ordinator

May is an optical assistant and part of the team at Mt Annan Eyecare, where she is passionate about making every patient feel comfortable and well looked after. When she’s not at work, you’ll find her cooking or spending quality time with her young family.

Optical Dispenser/ Administrative and Clinical Support Assistant

Anika is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Vision Science at the University of New South Wales, with the aspiration of furthering her education to become a qualified optometrist. Her passion for the field was sparked by her personal experience as a patient of Dr. Dina Chungue, whose exceptional care inspired her to follow a similar path. Outside of her studies, Anika enjoys baking, engaging in creative pursuits, and cherishing quality time with her family and friends.

Optical Administrative Assistant

Tiarne is beginning her career in the optical industry at Mt Annan Eyecare. With a strong interest in learning all aspects of optical dispensing, she is enthusiastic about developing her skills and supporting patients in their eye care journey. Outside of work, Tiarne enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and immersing herself in music and film.