Expertise

Cataract Surgery

Cataract refers to the clouding of the lens in the eye that can result in the deterioration of vision. It is the most common cause of vision loss in people over the age of 60 in Australia. Vision can be improved by the surgical removal of the affected lens, and the implantation of an artificial intraocular lens (IOLs).

Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a condition where the optic nerve gradually deteriorates, resulting in a loss of vision. Damage to the optic nerve is most commonly caused by either acute or chronic increases in intraocular pressure of the eye. The damage that causes vision loss is irreversible, and it is therefore vital that the condition is diagnosed and managed early.

Laser Refractive Surgery (LASIK)

LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is a form of refractive surgery used to correct near sightedness, far sightedness and astigmatism in order to reduce dependency on glasses or contact lenses. It is in general a fast and painless procedure that uses a laser to reshape the cornea.

Macular Degeneration

Macular degeneration is the most common cause of poor vision in people over 50 years of age. It is caused by the deterioration of the macular region of the retina resulting in central vision loss, loss of visual acuity, visual distortion, the presence of black patches in vision and the dimming of colour vision. There are two forms of macular degeneration; the dry form and the wet form.