Complete Eye Examination by Our Board-Certified Ophthalmologists Includes:

• Bio-microscopic examination of the anterior segment (conjunctiva, cornea, lens, anterior chamber, anterior vitreous)Bio-microscopic examination of the posterior segment (vitreous, retina, optic nerve disk)
• Ocular tension test
• Muscle balance test, colour blindness test
• Refraction, visual acuity, CTVF (visual field), FFV (fluorecein angiography)
• Other tests as required

Cross-referrals within the hospital ensure your condition is seen by the appropriate subspecialist.

The most common cause of poor vision in the aging population, a cataract is due to opacification of the lens. Removal of the lens with the modern technique of small-incision phaco-emulsification is highly safe and successful.

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The cornea is the clear front part of the eye which may become infected or inflamed causing blurred vision, pain and redness. This service specializes in treating corneal ulcers, dry eye and penetrating keratoplasty (corneal transplantation). In severe cases corneal transplant surgery helps restore clear vision.

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Medical, laser and surgical management of rising pressure inside the eye are used to avoid optic nerve damage and loss of vision. Our specialists are familiar with all aspects of glaucoma treatment including the application of mitomycin and performing a complete range of shunt operations.

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The retina, a thin membrane lining the inside of the eye, is responsible for receiving light and images to be transferred to the brain. Our specialists treat retinal detachment, vitreous hemorrhage, posterior segment trauma, severe proliferative diabetic retinopathy, epi-retinal membrane, retinal hole and macular degeneration.

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In the event of loss of the eye, an ocular prosthetic custom-made by an Ophthalmologist can help provide cosmetic benefits. We use coral implants which provide more natural movement than silicone or glass implants.

Detection and management of visual pathway conditions can prevent visual loss due to diseases of the optic nerve, brain and central nervous system.

Oculo-plastics involves cosmetic surgery around the eye including double lid plasty, droopy eye lid surgery, blepharoplasty for the aging eye and repairing the orbital structure after eye trauma/injury. We also remove orbital tumours and treat thyroid eye disease.

Problems with the tear ducts such as "watery eyes" due to blockage of the nasal lacrimal duct can be corrected by surgery with over 90% success.

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Visual rehabilitation using optical devices for patients with poor central vision not correctable by other means.

Uveitis involves medical treatment of inflammation of the inner eye from diseases of all types

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Equipment specially designed for children make the eye exam easier and more fun too. Our pediatric Ophthalmologists screen for visual problems, strabismus (misalignment of the eyes), amblyopia (lazy eye), congenital cataracts and other potentially damaging disorders of the eye. Orthoptics involves assessment of the cross-eyed patient, muscle training as well as amblyopia treatment. It is valuable service in helping the "fatigued eye" (covergence insufficiency) patient.

In a joint-venture with the well-known Gimbel Eye Center from Canada, the Laser Center offers LASIK and PRK procedures for correcting near-sightedness, far-sightedness and astigmatism.

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An extensive selection of stylish frames and high quality lenses: experienced refractionists ensure you get the right prescription for comfortable, clear eyesight. Fitted by an Ophthalmologist our complete range of contact lenses provide safe and comfortable clear vision.