From Kariton, To Building The Clinic, Til George Optical In 66 Years

Home-grown Eye Institution Celebrates Anniversary With Special ₱66 Offer

Inside a modern George Optical branch, offering state-of-the-art vision care and customized eyewear solutions.

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Every vision execution started small. For George Optical, that journey started 66 years ago on the busy streets of Binondo. Fast forward after 66 years, they grew from a modest shop into a trusted home for family eye care.

Optometry Dreams in A Kariton

Back on October 10, 1960, Dr. George Co Sr. and his wife, Mrs. Belen Co, opened their first small clinic in the heart of Ongpin Street. However, their path was far from easy. Before the breakthrough, Dr. George sold cigarettes on sidewalks and ground glass lenses by hand.


Dr. George Co Sr. grinding glass lenses by hand during the humble early days of his practice.

Eventually, his ambition pushed him to pursue Optometry. He truly lived by his belief:

To attain something of greater value, one must give up something of lesser value.”

Through hard work, he built deep trust with every patient.

Passing the Torch of Expertise

As time went on, the clinic evolved alongside modern technology.

Founders Dr. George Co Sr. and Mrs. Belen Co outside their original clinic along Ongpin Street in Binondo, Manila.

Today, his son, Dr. Geoffrey Co, leads the institution forward. Furthermore, Dr. Geoffrey brought back advanced training from London’s Moorfields Eye Hospital. He expanded specialized treatments and personalized care for every patient. Consequently, while optical tech keeps advancing, the core promise of the family remains unchanged.

Dr. Geoffrey Co, leading George Optical forward with advanced training and modern eye care innovation.

As Dr. Geoffrey warmly puts it,

One thing remains constant—George cares.

66 Years with a Special Anniversary Treat

Now, George Optical is celebrating 66 incredible years of vision care.

A look back at the modest beginnings of George Optical, establishing its roots in 1960.

Celebrating this milestone, George Optical are giving back with a special nationwide offer. From today through October 31, 2026, buy any frame worth ₱6,990 or above at any branch. In return, you can get a second selected designer frame for just ₱66. Ultimately, this offer is a heartfelt thank-you to all the families who have trusted them for generations.

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