Campbelltown Eye Service
Level 1, 242-248 Queen St Campbelltown
02 4249 2865
reception@campbelltowneyeservice.com.au
Intravitreal injections, retinal lasers, YAG laser and SLT lasers are Bulk Billed.
GP's who you can refer to...
New South Wales
Campbelltown (NSW)
Dapto
GP's:
Dr Naushad Ahamed
Radiologist
* MBBS FRANZCR
* Graduated from Sri Ramachandra University, India.
* Initial Radiology training from the same University where he was awarded University Gold Medal for his performance in Radiology training and examinations.
* Graduated from Sri Ramachandra University, India.
* Initial Radiology training from the same University where he was awarded University Gold Medal for his performance in Radiology training and examinations.
* After completion of the FRANZCR examinations, he has worked as a Consultant Radiologist in Darwin and Wollongong for over 8 years in both public and private radiology practices.
* Dr Ahamed enjoys all facets of diagnostic and interventional radiology with particular interest in Neuroradiology, Head and Neck Imaging and Pain management.
* He performs a wide range of image-guided diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
* Dr Ahamed enjoys all facets of diagnostic and interventional radiology with particular interest in Neuroradiology, Head and Neck Imaging and Pain management.
* He performs a wide range of image-guided diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Engadine
Focus Radiology
1-3 Station St
(02) 9037 6533
engadine@focusrad.com.au
GP's:
Haymarket
Focus Radiology
727 George St
(02) 9053 1911
haymarket@focusrad.com.au
GP's:
Dr Cathy Nicholas
Radiologist
* Dr Nicholas completed Medicine at the University of Adelaide, and completed her intern year at the Royal Adelaide Hospital.
* Following her intern year she moved to London for three years, working at Hammersmith Hospital, and did physician training and FRACP exams part one and part two in London.
* She returned to Adelaide to commence radiology at the Royal Adelaide Hospital in 2005, and completed radiology training in 2010 at St Vincents Hospital in Sydney, including a fifth year there, and then a training year in MRI following that.
* Following her intern year she moved to London for three years, working at Hammersmith Hospital, and did physician training and FRACP exams part one and part two in London.
* She returned to Adelaide to commence radiology at the Royal Adelaide Hospital in 2005, and completed radiology training in 2010 at St Vincents Hospital in Sydney, including a fifth year there, and then a training year in MRI following that.
* She has been working as a consultant since 2011 & enjoys all areas of radiology, particularly ultrasound and CT guided interventions.
Warilla
Focus Radiology
103 Shellharbour Road
(02) 4297 4449
warilla@focusrad.com.au
GP's:
Dr Naushad Ahamed
Radiologist
* MBBS FRANZCR
* Graduated from Sri Ramachandra University, India.
* Initial Radiology training from the same University where he was awarded University Gold Medal for his performance in Radiology training and examinations.
* Graduated from Sri Ramachandra University, India.
* Initial Radiology training from the same University where he was awarded University Gold Medal for his performance in Radiology training and examinations.
* After completion of the FRANZCR examinations, he has worked as a Consultant Radiologist in Darwin and Wollongong for over 8 years in both public and private radiology practices.
* Dr Ahamed enjoys all facets of diagnostic and interventional radiology with particular interest in Neuroradiology, Head and Neck Imaging and Pain management.
* He performs a wide range of image-guided diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
* Dr Ahamed enjoys all facets of diagnostic and interventional radiology with particular interest in Neuroradiology, Head and Neck Imaging and Pain management.
* He performs a wide range of image-guided diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Woonona
Focus Radiology
3/44 Hopetoun St
(02) 4284 8887
woonona@focusrad.com.au
GP's:
Dr Naushad Ahamed
Radiologist
* MBBS FRANZCR
* Graduated from Sri Ramachandra University, India.
* Initial Radiology training from the same University where he was awarded University Gold Medal for his performance in Radiology training and examinations.
* Graduated from Sri Ramachandra University, India.
* Initial Radiology training from the same University where he was awarded University Gold Medal for his performance in Radiology training and examinations.
* After completion of the FRANZCR examinations, he has worked as a Consultant Radiologist in Darwin and Wollongong for over 8 years in both public and private radiology practices.
* Dr Ahamed enjoys all facets of diagnostic and interventional radiology with particular interest in Neuroradiology, Head and Neck Imaging and Pain management.
* He performs a wide range of image-guided diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
* Dr Ahamed enjoys all facets of diagnostic and interventional radiology with particular interest in Neuroradiology, Head and Neck Imaging and Pain management.
* He performs a wide range of image-guided diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Bella Vista
Norwest Eye Clinic
Suite 109, 9 Norbrik Drive, Bella Vista 2153.
(02) 8883 5886
GP's:
A/Prof Andrew Chang
Vitreoretinal, Medical Retina
January, 1997
USA: 1996 – 1997
Undergraduate Education
1987 Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (Hons)
University of Sydney
1986 Nestle Prize in Paediatrics
Postgraduate Education
2004 Doctor of Philosophy, Interaction of Indocyanine Green with
Ocular Tissues. University of Sydney
1996 Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of
Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO)
1996 Fellow of Royal Australian College of Surgeons (FRACS)
1987 Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (Hons)
University of Sydney
1986 Nestle Prize in Paediatrics
Postgraduate Education
2004 Doctor of Philosophy, Interaction of Indocyanine Green with
Ocular Tissues. University of Sydney
1996 Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of
Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO)
1996 Fellow of Royal Australian College of Surgeons (FRACS)
Current Appointments:
2001 - Present Principal and Vitreoretinal Surgeon,
Sydney Retina Clinic and Day Surgery
2019 - Present Head of Ophthalmology, Sydney Eye Hospital
2013 - Present Head of Vitreoretinal Unit, Sydney Eye Hospital
2018 - Present Board Director, RANZCO
2013 - Present Federal Councillor, RANZCO
1998 - Present Chairman and Committee Member, NSW Branch, RANZCO
1998 - Present Clinical Associate Professor, Sydney University Medical School
2017 - Present Secretary General, Asia Pacific Vitreoretinal Society (APVRS)
2017 - Present Scientific Secretary, Asia Pacific Vitreoretinal Society (APVRS)
2006 - Present Councillor, Asia Pacific Vitreoretinal Society (APVRS)
Past Appointments:
1992 - 1994 Accredited Ophthalmology Registrar, Sydney Eye Hospital
1995 Vitreoretinal Fellowship, Royal Melbourne Eye and Ear Hospital
1996 LuEster T.Mertz Vitreous-Retina-Macula Fellowship, Manhattan
Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital, New York, USA
1996 - 1997 Assistant Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology. Vitreoretinal
service, University of California Davis, USA
2001 - Present Principal and Vitreoretinal Surgeon,
Sydney Retina Clinic and Day Surgery
2019 - Present Head of Ophthalmology, Sydney Eye Hospital
2013 - Present Head of Vitreoretinal Unit, Sydney Eye Hospital
2018 - Present Board Director, RANZCO
2013 - Present Federal Councillor, RANZCO
1998 - Present Chairman and Committee Member, NSW Branch, RANZCO
1998 - Present Clinical Associate Professor, Sydney University Medical School
2017 - Present Secretary General, Asia Pacific Vitreoretinal Society (APVRS)
2017 - Present Scientific Secretary, Asia Pacific Vitreoretinal Society (APVRS)
2006 - Present Councillor, Asia Pacific Vitreoretinal Society (APVRS)
Past Appointments:
1992 - 1994 Accredited Ophthalmology Registrar, Sydney Eye Hospital
1995 Vitreoretinal Fellowship, Royal Melbourne Eye and Ear Hospital
1996 LuEster T.Mertz Vitreous-Retina-Macula Fellowship, Manhattan
Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital, New York, USA
1996 - 1997 Assistant Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology. Vitreoretinal
service, University of California Davis, USA
Dr Anne Lee
Glaucoma, Cataract
January, 2010
2008 - 2009 UK
Undergraduate Education:
1994 Bachelor of Medical Science, BSc (Med),
University of New South Wales
1997 Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, MBBS Hons 2, Div 1
University of New South Wales
Postgraduate Education:
2006 Doctor of Philosophy, PhD, Clinical Epidemiology in Glaucoma
University of Sydney
2008 Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of
Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO)
2008 - 2009 Paediatric and Adult Glaucoma Fellow, Manchester Royal Eye
Hospital, UK
2009 Honorary Glaucoma Fellow, Calderdale and Huddersfield
Hospitals, UK
1994 Bachelor of Medical Science, BSc (Med),
University of New South Wales
1997 Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, MBBS Hons 2, Div 1
University of New South Wales
Postgraduate Education:
2006 Doctor of Philosophy, PhD, Clinical Epidemiology in Glaucoma
University of Sydney
2008 Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of
Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO)
2008 - 2009 Paediatric and Adult Glaucoma Fellow, Manchester Royal Eye
Hospital, UK
2009 Honorary Glaucoma Fellow, Calderdale and Huddersfield
Hospitals, UK
Current clinical:
2018 - Present Head of Ophthalmology, Liverpool Hospital
2011 - Present Visiting Medical Officer, Glaucoma, Liverpool Hospital
2010 - Present Staff Specialist Ophthalmologist, Glaucoma,
Sydney Eye Hospital
2010 - Present Consultant Ophthalmologist and Director, Norwest Eye Clinic
2010 - Present Consultant Ophthalmologist, Eye Associates
2014 - Present Consultant Ophthalmologist, Gladesville Eye Specialists
2014 - Present Visiting Medical Officer, Royal Darwin Hospital
2011 - Present Visiting Medical Officer, Sydney Private Hospital
2014 - Present Visiting Medical Officer, Sydney Day Surgery
2014 - Present Visiting Medical Officer, Norwest Day Hospital
2015 - Present Senior Clinical Lecturer, University of Sydney
2018 - Present Head of Ophthalmology, Liverpool Hospital
2011 - Present Visiting Medical Officer, Glaucoma, Liverpool Hospital
2010 - Present Staff Specialist Ophthalmologist, Glaucoma,
Sydney Eye Hospital
2010 - Present Consultant Ophthalmologist and Director, Norwest Eye Clinic
2010 - Present Consultant Ophthalmologist, Eye Associates
2014 - Present Consultant Ophthalmologist, Gladesville Eye Specialists
2014 - Present Visiting Medical Officer, Royal Darwin Hospital
2011 - Present Visiting Medical Officer, Sydney Private Hospital
2014 - Present Visiting Medical Officer, Sydney Day Surgery
2014 - Present Visiting Medical Officer, Norwest Day Hospital
2015 - Present Senior Clinical Lecturer, University of Sydney
Dr Trent Sandercoe
Paediatrics
Dr Sandercoe graduated from the University of Sydney Medical School. He then joined RANZCO and FRACS in 2013 and started his ophthalmology work.
Prior to starting medicine Dr Sandercoe completed a Bachelor of Medical Science with Honours at Sydney University. In the following years Dr Sandercoe embarked on a PhD looking at Retinal Vascular Development at Sydney University.
He simultaneously completed this alongside his medical degree at the same university. Dr Sandercoe completed his Ophthalmology Training at Sydney Eye Hospital in 2011 and was awarded FRANZCO after completing a General Ophthalmology Fellowship at Royal North Shore Hospital in 2012.
In 2013-14 Dr Sandercoe completed a Paediatric Ophthalmology Fellowship at the Royal Children’s Hospital, Brisbane. He then undertook a Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Fellowship at Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, in 2014 - 2015. He was award a RANZCO travel scholarship for this period.
Throughout his training and fellowship’s Dr Sandercoe has been involved in the teaching of medical students and other non-ophthalmic medical professionals, including the Rural Vocational Training Scheme for General Practitioners, as well as supervision of registrars, and has several publications.
Prior to starting medicine Dr Sandercoe completed a Bachelor of Medical Science with Honours at Sydney University. In the following years Dr Sandercoe embarked on a PhD looking at Retinal Vascular Development at Sydney University.
He simultaneously completed this alongside his medical degree at the same university. Dr Sandercoe completed his Ophthalmology Training at Sydney Eye Hospital in 2011 and was awarded FRANZCO after completing a General Ophthalmology Fellowship at Royal North Shore Hospital in 2012.
In 2013-14 Dr Sandercoe completed a Paediatric Ophthalmology Fellowship at the Royal Children’s Hospital, Brisbane. He then undertook a Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Fellowship at Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, in 2014 - 2015. He was award a RANZCO travel scholarship for this period.
Throughout his training and fellowship’s Dr Sandercoe has been involved in the teaching of medical students and other non-ophthalmic medical professionals, including the Rural Vocational Training Scheme for General Practitioners, as well as supervision of registrars, and has several publications.
Dr Sandercoe worked at Lady Cilento Children’s Hospital, Brisbane as a locum staff specialist before returning to Sydney.
Dr Yasser Tariq
Medical Retina & Cataract
January, 2013
Dr Tariq studied science and medicine at the University of New South Wales.
He trained in Ophthalmology at Sydney Eye Hospital. He gained subspecialty training in retinal disease at Westmead Hospital.
Dr Tariq was awarded a PhD from the University of Sydney in 2013 for his investigation into the normative values and associations of retinal measurements by optical coherence tomorgraphy. He is the first author of several publications in internationally renowned journals.
He has been involved in several clinical trials investigating treatments for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal vein occlusion.
He holds an academic appointment as a clinical associate lecturer at the Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney.
He trained in Ophthalmology at Sydney Eye Hospital. He gained subspecialty training in retinal disease at Westmead Hospital.
Dr Tariq was awarded a PhD from the University of Sydney in 2013 for his investigation into the normative values and associations of retinal measurements by optical coherence tomorgraphy. He is the first author of several publications in internationally renowned journals.
He has been involved in several clinical trials investigating treatments for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal vein occlusion.
He holds an academic appointment as a clinical associate lecturer at the Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney.
Dr Yasser Tariq is an Ophthalmologist with expertise in treatment of macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal vein occlusions. He also manages glaucoma and cataract.
Dr Edwina Eade
Oculoplastics
Dr Eade graduated from the University of Sydney Medical School. She graduated from Medicine with Honours at the University of Sydney.
She completed her specialty ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital with her final six months as the Senior Ophthalmology Registrar at Westmead Children’s Hospital.
After completing a Masters Degree in Ophthalmic Science at the University of Sydney she undertook a fellowship in Ocular Oncology at Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia, USA. She undertook two further years of sub-specialty training with world leaders in Oculoplastic, Orbital and Lacrimal surgery at the Royal Manchester Eye Hospital, United Kingdom and the Royal Victorian Eye & Ear Hospital, Melbourne.
Dr Eade is a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmology (RANZCO) and a member of the Australian and New Zealand Society of Ophthalmic Plastic Surgeons (ANZSOPS).
She has published widely in the peer-reviewed medical literature and presented at national and international conferences.
She continues to update her knowledge of advances in her field and to maintain her clinical and surgical excellence.
She has an ongoing interest in international ophthalmology, having worked in local clinics in Cambodia, Vietnam, Sri-Lanka and Myanmar.
She completed her specialty ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital with her final six months as the Senior Ophthalmology Registrar at Westmead Children’s Hospital.
After completing a Masters Degree in Ophthalmic Science at the University of Sydney she undertook a fellowship in Ocular Oncology at Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia, USA. She undertook two further years of sub-specialty training with world leaders in Oculoplastic, Orbital and Lacrimal surgery at the Royal Manchester Eye Hospital, United Kingdom and the Royal Victorian Eye & Ear Hospital, Melbourne.
Dr Eade is a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmology (RANZCO) and a member of the Australian and New Zealand Society of Ophthalmic Plastic Surgeons (ANZSOPS).
She has published widely in the peer-reviewed medical literature and presented at national and international conferences.
She continues to update her knowledge of advances in her field and to maintain her clinical and surgical excellence.
She has an ongoing interest in international ophthalmology, having worked in local clinics in Cambodia, Vietnam, Sri-Lanka and Myanmar.
Dr Eade is an Consultant Ophthalmologist with subspecialty training in Oculoplastic, Orbital and Lacrimal Surgery and Ocular Oncology.
She specializes in Eyelid Surgery including cosmetic surgery, Orbital Surgery and Lacrimal Surgery in adults and children.
Eyelid Malposition (Ectropion, Entropion, Ptosis) Periocular Skin Cancers
Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
Facial Nerve Palsy
Orbital disease (infections, tumours, fractures) Thyroid Eye Disease
Watery Eye
Tear Duct Surgery (endoscopic and external) Artificial Eye Management
Scarless and Minimally invasive techniques
She specializes in Eyelid Surgery including cosmetic surgery, Orbital Surgery and Lacrimal Surgery in adults and children.
Eyelid Malposition (Ectropion, Entropion, Ptosis) Periocular Skin Cancers
Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
Facial Nerve Palsy
Orbital disease (infections, tumours, fractures) Thyroid Eye Disease
Watery Eye
Tear Duct Surgery (endoscopic and external) Artificial Eye Management
Scarless and Minimally invasive techniques
Dr Hemal Mehta
Medical Retina & Cataract
Dr Mehta is a member of the Australian and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists and Australasian Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
Dr Mehta was previously an Ophthalmology Consultant at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust running intravitreal injection services, teaching cataract surgery and leading the retinal clinical trials unit.
Dr Mehta has previously completed medical retina and cataract fellowships at Sydney Eye Hospital and Moorfields Eye Hospital. His Doctorate of Medicine (academically on par with a PhD) on ‘Novel endpoints in diabetic retinopathy clinical trials’ is from Cambridge University.
Dr Mehta is a senior researcher with the University of Sydney’s Save Sight Registries. He is on the Steering Committee of the Fight Retinal Blindness! (FRB!) registry, which enables clinicians to track outcomes of interventions such as intravitreal therapy for wet age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. By analysing this anonymised big data, it is possible to optimise treatments to improve patient outcomes.
Dr Mehta was previously an Ophthalmology Consultant at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust running intravitreal injection services, teaching cataract surgery and leading the retinal clinical trials unit.
Dr Mehta has previously completed medical retina and cataract fellowships at Sydney Eye Hospital and Moorfields Eye Hospital. His Doctorate of Medicine (academically on par with a PhD) on ‘Novel endpoints in diabetic retinopathy clinical trials’ is from Cambridge University.
Dr Mehta is a senior researcher with the University of Sydney’s Save Sight Registries. He is on the Steering Committee of the Fight Retinal Blindness! (FRB!) registry, which enables clinicians to track outcomes of interventions such as intravitreal therapy for wet age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. By analysing this anonymised big data, it is possible to optimise treatments to improve patient outcomes.
Dr Hemal Mehta is an experienced ophthalmic surgeon specialising in medical retinal conditions (such as age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy) and cataract surgery.
Dr Mehta is an experienced cataract surgeon with over 2000 cases. He is a global leader in the diagnosis and management of macular diseases with over 50 publications in the field. He takes the time to explain the diagnosis, discuss management options and answer any questions patients or relatives may have.
Dr Mehta is an experienced cataract surgeon with over 2000 cases. He is a global leader in the diagnosis and management of macular diseases with over 50 publications in the field. He takes the time to explain the diagnosis, discuss management options and answer any questions patients or relatives may have.
Bondi Junction
Retina Associates
Park Place, Suite 901, Level 9 3 Waverley Street, Bondi Junction NSW 2022
(02) 9389 4840
GP's:
Dr Cheryl Au
Medical Retina, Cataract Surgery, Comprehensive Ophthalmology
BMedSci, MPH, MBBS (Hon I), FRANZCO
Dr Au underwent specialist ophthalmology training in the Sydney Eye Hospital Network where she gained experience in both general ophthalmology and various subspecialites.
Dr Au completed her Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (Honours I) and Master of Public Health at the University of Sydney.
She was awarded the University of Sydney Undergraduate Scholarship for Outstanding Achievement and was placed on the Dean’s Honour list for Excellence in Academic Performance.
She also received the Dr H G Chapman Prize and the Dr CharloCe Last Memorial Scholarship for her Honours thesis, and completed a Diploma in Primary Care Ophthalmology at the University of Edinburgh.
Dr Au has published several research papers in peer-reviewed journals and has presented her research at various national and international conferences. She is actively involved in research at St Vincent’s Hospital, where she is undertaking research on age-related macular degeneration based on the Sarks’ clinicopathological archive, the world’s largest collection of clinically annotated eyes.
Dr Au is also a clinical associate lecturer at the Save Sight Institute, Sydney Medical School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, and an adjunct lecturer at the University of Notre Dame.
In addition to clinical practice, research and teaching, Dr Au is a member of the RANZCO NSW Branch executive commitee, serving as the secretary. She is also one of the organisers for the RANZCO NSW Branch Annual Scientific Meeting in 2023.
Dr Au underwent specialist ophthalmology training in the Sydney Eye Hospital Network where she gained experience in both general ophthalmology and various subspecialites.
Dr Au completed her Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (Honours I) and Master of Public Health at the University of Sydney.
She was awarded the University of Sydney Undergraduate Scholarship for Outstanding Achievement and was placed on the Dean’s Honour list for Excellence in Academic Performance.
She also received the Dr H G Chapman Prize and the Dr CharloCe Last Memorial Scholarship for her Honours thesis, and completed a Diploma in Primary Care Ophthalmology at the University of Edinburgh.
Dr Au has published several research papers in peer-reviewed journals and has presented her research at various national and international conferences. She is actively involved in research at St Vincent’s Hospital, where she is undertaking research on age-related macular degeneration based on the Sarks’ clinicopathological archive, the world’s largest collection of clinically annotated eyes.
Dr Au is also a clinical associate lecturer at the Save Sight Institute, Sydney Medical School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, and an adjunct lecturer at the University of Notre Dame.
In addition to clinical practice, research and teaching, Dr Au is a member of the RANZCO NSW Branch executive commitee, serving as the secretary. She is also one of the organisers for the RANZCO NSW Branch Annual Scientific Meeting in 2023.
Dr Cheryl Au is a comprehensive ophthalmologist and cataract surgeon, who subspecialises in medical retina. She specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusions and other macular and retinal conditions.
She is an experienced cataract surgeon and has supervised cataract surgery as the Professorial Senior Registrar and as an accredited EyeSi supervisor. She completed her medical retina fellowship at Westmead Hospital under the supervision of Professor Paul Mitchell.
Dr Au is passionate about providing high quality care and ensuring the best holistic outcome for her patients.
She is also fluent in Cantonese and basic Mandarin.
She is an experienced cataract surgeon and has supervised cataract surgery as the Professorial Senior Registrar and as an accredited EyeSi supervisor. She completed her medical retina fellowship at Westmead Hospital under the supervision of Professor Paul Mitchell.
Dr Au is passionate about providing high quality care and ensuring the best holistic outcome for her patients.
She is also fluent in Cantonese and basic Mandarin.
Bondi Junction
Sydney Eye Surgeons
Suite 606b, 3 Waverley Street Bondi Junction
02 9387 4427
GP's:
Dr Alex Hamilton
Cataract, Medical Retina, Corneal & Refractive Surgery
Dr Hamilton completed his Ophthalmology training in Sydney. He then undertook two years of extra subspecialty training in the United Kingdom. At Manchester Royal Eye Hospital he completed a Corneal and Refractive Surgery Fellowship. He then completed a Medical Retina Fellowship at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London.
As a specialist corneal surgeon at Sydney Eye Hospital, Dr Hamilton trains Australian and international eye surgeons. Dr Hamilton is a clinical lecturer at The University of Sydney.
Alex is committed to improving the quality of eye health in Australia and internationally. He holds a Master of Public Health and worked internationally at the World Health Organisation in Geneva. Alex was previously a management consultant with the Boston Consulting Group in London.
As a specialist corneal surgeon at Sydney Eye Hospital, Dr Hamilton trains Australian and international eye surgeons. Dr Hamilton is a clinical lecturer at The University of Sydney.
Alex is committed to improving the quality of eye health in Australia and internationally. He holds a Master of Public Health and worked internationally at the World Health Organisation in Geneva. Alex was previously a management consultant with the Boston Consulting Group in London.
Dr Hamilton performs premium cataract surgery and laser eye surgery including LASIK. He manages all types of corneal diseases including Keratoconus and Fuchs’ Endothelial Dystrophy and performs corneal transplantation. He also specialises in retinal conditions such as macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease and retinal vein occlusions.
Dr Dov Hersh
Retina & General Ophthalmology
Dov achieved his medical degree with first class honours through the University of Sydney, he then went on to complete a Masters of Medicine in ophthalmology. Dov undertook specialist ophthalmology training through Sydney Eye Hospital and gained Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists. Following this he undertook a further 2.5 years of advanced sub-specialty training at two of Europe's premiere eye institutions, Bristol Eye Hospital and Moorfields Eye Hospital, London.
During his fellowships Dr Hersh trained with pioneers in the medical retina field and was appointed as an investigator in an array of multi-national clinical trials studying emerging treatments for retinal diseases.
Prior to his medical career Dov gained a Bachelor of Commerce degree at UNSW, majoring in Information Technology. As a medical student he established telemedicine projects in developing countries. In recognition of his efforts Dov was awarded semi-finalist for young Australian of the Year.
During his fellowships Dr Hersh trained with pioneers in the medical retina field and was appointed as an investigator in an array of multi-national clinical trials studying emerging treatments for retinal diseases.
Prior to his medical career Dov gained a Bachelor of Commerce degree at UNSW, majoring in Information Technology. As a medical student he established telemedicine projects in developing countries. In recognition of his efforts Dov was awarded semi-finalist for young Australian of the Year.
Dr Dov Hersh is an ophthalmologist with sub-specialty expertise in diseases of the retina. Dr Hersh has rare dual international post-graduate fellowship qualifications from world leading institutions and brings this expertise to his patients.
Dr Hersh has published multiple manuscripts in international peer reviewed journals and ensures to keeps up-to-date with the latest advances. As well as practicing general ophthalmology Dov is particularly interested in the management of retinal disorders including macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease and vein occlusions.
Dov is passionate about patient-centred care, good functional outcomes and quality of life for his patients.
Dr Hersh has published multiple manuscripts in international peer reviewed journals and ensures to keeps up-to-date with the latest advances. As well as practicing general ophthalmology Dov is particularly interested in the management of retinal disorders including macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease and vein occlusions.
Dov is passionate about patient-centred care, good functional outcomes and quality of life for his patients.
Dr Brighu Swamy
Cataract & Medical Retina
Dr Swamy graduated in medicine from the University of New South Wales with Honours, before completing both a Master of Medicine in Ophthalmic Science and a Master of Medicine with merit in Clinical Epidemiology at the University of Sydney. He undertook ophthalmology training at The Sydney Eye Hospital. Dr Swamy subsequently completed the Medical Retina and Uveitis fellowship at the prestigious Moorfields Eye Hospital in London.
He was a co-author of the Eye Emergency Manual, which has been distributed across all the hospitals in New South Wales. He has numerous publications in major international ophthalmology journals and is a reviewer for the RANZCO college journal. He regularly attends international meetings to keep up to date with developments in Medical Retina.
He has been involved in a number of international clinical trials investigating the latest treatments for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and uveitis and is able to bring this knowledge to his patients.
He was a co-author of the Eye Emergency Manual, which has been distributed across all the hospitals in New South Wales. He has numerous publications in major international ophthalmology journals and is a reviewer for the RANZCO college journal. He regularly attends international meetings to keep up to date with developments in Medical Retina.
He has been involved in a number of international clinical trials investigating the latest treatments for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and uveitis and is able to bring this knowledge to his patients.
Dr Brighu Swamy is a medical retina and macula subspecialist. His expertise is in the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients with retinal conditions. His particular interests are macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and vein occlusions.
He is a clinical lecturer at the University of Sydney and a Visiting Medical Officer at Bankstown Hospital where he is involved in teaching and supervising the registrars.
He is a clinical lecturer at the University of Sydney and a Visiting Medical Officer at Bankstown Hospital where he is involved in teaching and supervising the registrars.
Dr Robert McDonald
Corneal, Cataract & Refractive Surgery
BSc (Hons) BMed (Hons) MPH FRANZCO
Dr Robert McDonald graduated with honours in both Medicine and Science and was made a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists in 2011.
In 2012 he undertook postgraduate training in oculoplastics and anterior segment surgery at St Thomas’ hospital London, after which he moved to the renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital to further his training in corneal and refractive surgery.
He has published papers in a number of international journals, including studies into the long-term stability of refractive surgery and the treatment of keratoconus.
Dr Robert McDonald graduated with honours in both Medicine and Science and was made a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists in 2011.
In 2012 he undertook postgraduate training in oculoplastics and anterior segment surgery at St Thomas’ hospital London, after which he moved to the renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital to further his training in corneal and refractive surgery.
He has published papers in a number of international journals, including studies into the long-term stability of refractive surgery and the treatment of keratoconus.
Dr McDonald holds a public hospital appointment at Sydney Eye Hospital, where he both consults and operates. He also holds academic appointments at both Sydney University and the University of Notre Dame.
Dr McDonald enjoys the diversity of maintaining a general ophthalmic practice and has broad surgical expertise. He is skilled in corneal and anterior segment surgery, but has a particular interest in cataract surgery, refractive surgery and corneal transplantation.
Dr McDonald enjoys the diversity of maintaining a general ophthalmic practice and has broad surgical expertise. He is skilled in corneal and anterior segment surgery, but has a particular interest in cataract surgery, refractive surgery and corneal transplantation.
A/Prof Mitchell Lawlor
Glaucoma & Cataract Surgery
BMed MMed(OphthSci) FRANZCO PhD
After 4 years of general ophthalmology training in Sydney, he spent a further 3 years in London completing dual fellowships in surgical glaucoma and neuro-ophthalmology at Moorfields Eye Hospital. This work included the surgical management of some of the most complex glaucoma cases from across the United Kingdom and Europe.
Dr Lawlor has a PhD in bioethics from the University of Sydney where he remains a clinical academic. He has an active research program including peer reviewed grant funding and numerous publications of primary research.
After 4 years of general ophthalmology training in Sydney, he spent a further 3 years in London completing dual fellowships in surgical glaucoma and neuro-ophthalmology at Moorfields Eye Hospital. This work included the surgical management of some of the most complex glaucoma cases from across the United Kingdom and Europe.
Dr Lawlor has a PhD in bioethics from the University of Sydney where he remains a clinical academic. He has an active research program including peer reviewed grant funding and numerous publications of primary research.
He works as a Consultant Ophthalmologist at Sydney Eye, Royal Prince Alfred and Liverpool Hospitals, where he is heavily involved in training the next generation of eye surgeons.
Dr Lawlor is able to provide advice on all aspects of glaucoma diagnosis and management, and he performs all forms of glaucoma laser and surgery. This includes cataract surgery for closed angle glaucoma, “cataract plus” procedures to reduce dependence on eye drops for glaucoma, trabeculectomy filtration surgery, and tube shunt surgery. His particular areas of interest are normal tension glaucoma, and the surgical management of complex secondary glaucomas.
Dr Lawlor is able to provide advice on all aspects of glaucoma diagnosis and management, and he performs all forms of glaucoma laser and surgery. This includes cataract surgery for closed angle glaucoma, “cataract plus” procedures to reduce dependence on eye drops for glaucoma, trabeculectomy filtration surgery, and tube shunt surgery. His particular areas of interest are normal tension glaucoma, and the surgical management of complex secondary glaucomas.
Dr Nisha Sachdev
Adult & Paediatric Squint, General & Paediatric Ophthalmology
MB ChB, PhD, FRANZCO
Nisha graduated with the AR Moodie Prize in Ophthalmology from the University of Dundee, Scotland; where she also completed 3 research publications in conjunction with her degree. Following this, Nisha completed a PhD thesis in visual optics titled “Assessing and Correlating aspects of human cataract using Scheimpflug Photography and Wavefront Aberrometry”. Her research achieved worldwide academic recognition, which has been utilised in current cataract surgery techniques and IOL design.
Nisha completed her ophthalmic vocational training in New Zealand, and moved to Australia to pursue further subspeciality training in Paediatric Ophthalmology at Melbourne’s Royal Children’s Hospital. Nisha was offered multiple VMO positions at the Royal Children’s Hospital, Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital and Western Hospital following her fellowship. During this time, Nisha was instrumental in enhancing and modifying the vocational training programme for Paediatric Ophthalmology for RANZCO. She was actively involved in the vocational training programme for adult cataract surgery at the RVEEH.
Nisha is active in RANZCO activities, being the immediate past chair of the Younger Fellows Advisory Group, an examiner for the Ophthalmic Basic Sciences for RANZCO, NSW Branch Treasurer and a Director on the Board of the Australian Society of Ophthalmologists.
She is also on the Medicare Advisory Committee and External Investment Advisory Board for RANZCO.
Nisha graduated with the AR Moodie Prize in Ophthalmology from the University of Dundee, Scotland; where she also completed 3 research publications in conjunction with her degree. Following this, Nisha completed a PhD thesis in visual optics titled “Assessing and Correlating aspects of human cataract using Scheimpflug Photography and Wavefront Aberrometry”. Her research achieved worldwide academic recognition, which has been utilised in current cataract surgery techniques and IOL design.
Nisha completed her ophthalmic vocational training in New Zealand, and moved to Australia to pursue further subspeciality training in Paediatric Ophthalmology at Melbourne’s Royal Children’s Hospital. Nisha was offered multiple VMO positions at the Royal Children’s Hospital, Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital and Western Hospital following her fellowship. During this time, Nisha was instrumental in enhancing and modifying the vocational training programme for Paediatric Ophthalmology for RANZCO. She was actively involved in the vocational training programme for adult cataract surgery at the RVEEH.
Nisha is active in RANZCO activities, being the immediate past chair of the Younger Fellows Advisory Group, an examiner for the Ophthalmic Basic Sciences for RANZCO, NSW Branch Treasurer and a Director on the Board of the Australian Society of Ophthalmologists.
She is also on the Medicare Advisory Committee and External Investment Advisory Board for RANZCO.
Nisha provides general adult and paediatric ophthalmic care and has further training in screening premature babies and neonatal ophthalmology.
Nisha is an advocate for aid work in the developing world and is a visiting cataract surgeon for Vietnam Vision Project - providing cataract surgery to rural areas of Vietnam. She volunteers to Vietnam and Cambodia annually to provide this service.
Nisha is an advocate for aid work in the developing world and is a visiting cataract surgeon for Vietnam Vision Project - providing cataract surgery to rural areas of Vietnam. She volunteers to Vietnam and Cambodia annually to provide this service.
Brookvale
Sydney Eye Clinic
Warringah Medical & Dental Centre, 10 Dale St, Brookvale NSW 2100
(02) 9907 3003, 1300 128 114
GP's:
Dr Ilan Sebban
Refractive surgery, Cataract surgery
January, 1998
N/A
1986 - Accident and Emergency Elective 29/11/86 - 20/12/86, Toronto Western
Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
1987 - Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery with Honours at The Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Australia
1990 - Part I Examination in Basic Science, The Royal Australian College of
Ophthalmologists
1992 - Master of Medical Science, Ophthalmology at The Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Australia
1994 - Part II Fellowship Examination, The Royal Australian College of
Ophthalmologists
1995 - Fellowship of the Royal Australian NZ College of Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO)
- Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Surgeons (FRACS)
1997 - Completed Chiron course in LASIK and Hanstome
- Completed Fellowship from Chiron in LASIK
1998 - Founding Member and Fellow of the Australian Society of Cataract and
Refractive Surgeons (AUSCRS)
- Fellow of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ASCRS)
2001 - PRELEX Faculty Member - Hawaii, USA
2002 - ARTISAN training course - Sydney
2003 - INTACS training course - Sydney
2005 - Fellow of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
- Appointed as international faculty trainer for the Artisan Lens
- ARTIFLEX training course - Lisbon, Portugal
2006 - Appointed Australasian trainer for the Artiflex Lens
2008 - Fellow of the International Society of Bilateral Cataract Surgeons (ISBCS)
2007 - AMARIS Schwind user- Australia 1st
2009. – TransPRK User- among first users world wide, Australia 1st
1990 – 1991 Research at the University of Queensland towards a Masters of
Medical Science
1992 Epidemiological survey of anterior segment pathology in a normal population, Nambour, Queensland
1998 Investigator for the STAAR Implantable Contact Lens (Phakic IOL)
2001 Investigator for Diode Laser Thermal Keratoplasy (DTK)
2002 Phacodynamics and fluidics developer of One-chop Nucleotomy
2007 Investigator for Artiflex outcomes
2011 TransPRK investigator
2012 Zeiss Trifocal Toric Autralasia Investigator
2018 Oculentis MplusX Australian Trial
2019 Australia Investigator IC-8 IOL for HOA
Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
1987 - Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery with Honours at The Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Australia
1990 - Part I Examination in Basic Science, The Royal Australian College of
Ophthalmologists
1992 - Master of Medical Science, Ophthalmology at The Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Australia
1994 - Part II Fellowship Examination, The Royal Australian College of
Ophthalmologists
1995 - Fellowship of the Royal Australian NZ College of Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO)
- Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Surgeons (FRACS)
1997 - Completed Chiron course in LASIK and Hanstome
- Completed Fellowship from Chiron in LASIK
1998 - Founding Member and Fellow of the Australian Society of Cataract and
Refractive Surgeons (AUSCRS)
- Fellow of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ASCRS)
2001 - PRELEX Faculty Member - Hawaii, USA
2002 - ARTISAN training course - Sydney
2003 - INTACS training course - Sydney
2005 - Fellow of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
- Appointed as international faculty trainer for the Artisan Lens
- ARTIFLEX training course - Lisbon, Portugal
2006 - Appointed Australasian trainer for the Artiflex Lens
2008 - Fellow of the International Society of Bilateral Cataract Surgeons (ISBCS)
2007 - AMARIS Schwind user- Australia 1st
2009. – TransPRK User- among first users world wide, Australia 1st
1990 – 1991 Research at the University of Queensland towards a Masters of
Medical Science
1992 Epidemiological survey of anterior segment pathology in a normal population, Nambour, Queensland
1998 Investigator for the STAAR Implantable Contact Lens (Phakic IOL)
2001 Investigator for Diode Laser Thermal Keratoplasy (DTK)
2002 Phacodynamics and fluidics developer of One-chop Nucleotomy
2007 Investigator for Artiflex outcomes
2011 TransPRK investigator
2012 Zeiss Trifocal Toric Autralasia Investigator
2018 Oculentis MplusX Australian Trial
2019 Australia Investigator IC-8 IOL for HOA
1986 - Accident and Emergency Elective 29/11/86 - 20/12/86, Toronto Western
Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
1998- Continuing Optometrical Educational Seminars recognised by the
Today Optometrical Association of Australia.
Titles:
- STAAR Refractive Surgery Conference
- Refractive Surgery in the 21st Century; Live LASIK
- Implantable Contact Lenses; Advantages / Disadvantages
- Cataract and the cataract Patient; Multifocals lenses, Toric lenses and new
advances in Intra-ocular lens.
- LASIK and its co-management
- Glaucoma
- DTK – live surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Macular Degeneration
- Oculoplastics
- Cataract surgery in the new millennium
1998- General Practitioner Further Educational Seminars recognised by the Royal
Today Australian College of General Practitioners for CME points.
Title:
- Refractive surgery and LASIK
- Cataract and the patient
- Acute Eye Conditions
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Macular Degeneration
2000 Ophthalmologist LASIK Training and Seminars at Trung Tam Y Khoa Medic Centre in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
Title:
- LASIK training using the Meditec MEL60 Excimer laser and the Moria LSK Keratome.
- Cataract Surgery and Advances in IOLs.
- The Implantable Contact Lens and Advances in Refractive Surgery
2001 Faculty member- Cataract surgery technique seminars at the Surgical Strategies for Success Symposium, Hayman Island Resort, Australia.
Title: One-Chop Phaco Nucleotomy
- describes Phaco One-Chop (a hybrid technique of Nagahara’s Phaco-chop, Koch’s stop and chop and David Brown’s phaco flip) in combination with the programmable phaco fluidics of the Sovereign System.
Title: Preventing Complications
- Dense cataract case presentations and a discussion about capsular safety
and zonular integrity, endothelial safety, managing the falling nucleus and
the surgeons psyche.
2002- Medical students Ophthalmology teaching to 3rd year University of Sydney Today medicine students, Northern Clinical School, Royal North Shore Hospital, Australia.
2003 Convenor - Phaco-emulsification course - RANZCO 35th Annual Scientific
Congress, Auckland, New Zealand
2004-2008 Surgical Trainer for the Verisyse Phakic Intra-Ocular Lens, Sydney, Perth, Brisbane
Surgical Trainer for the Artiflex Phakic Intra-Ocular Lens, Sydney, Perth, Brisbane, Japan and Israel
2000- Teaching Orthoptists, UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY
Today
2009 Lecturer, The University of Sydney, Department of Clinical Ophthalmology and Eye Health for Masters of Medicine (Refractive Surgery).
Title: Phototherapuetic Keractectomy
2013 RANZCO Course on multifocal intraocular lens management
2018 RANZCO Course on management of postoperative refractive surprises
Ongoing International demonstrator cataract surgical techniques
1998 - 2013 Refractive and cataract surgeon at the Sebban Eye Clinic
2013 - Present Refractive and cataract surgeon at the Sydney Eye Clinic
Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
1998- Continuing Optometrical Educational Seminars recognised by the
Today Optometrical Association of Australia.
Titles:
- STAAR Refractive Surgery Conference
- Refractive Surgery in the 21st Century; Live LASIK
- Implantable Contact Lenses; Advantages / Disadvantages
- Cataract and the cataract Patient; Multifocals lenses, Toric lenses and new
advances in Intra-ocular lens.
- LASIK and its co-management
- Glaucoma
- DTK – live surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Macular Degeneration
- Oculoplastics
- Cataract surgery in the new millennium
1998- General Practitioner Further Educational Seminars recognised by the Royal
Today Australian College of General Practitioners for CME points.
Title:
- Refractive surgery and LASIK
- Cataract and the patient
- Acute Eye Conditions
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Macular Degeneration
2000 Ophthalmologist LASIK Training and Seminars at Trung Tam Y Khoa Medic Centre in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
Title:
- LASIK training using the Meditec MEL60 Excimer laser and the Moria LSK Keratome.
- Cataract Surgery and Advances in IOLs.
- The Implantable Contact Lens and Advances in Refractive Surgery
2001 Faculty member- Cataract surgery technique seminars at the Surgical Strategies for Success Symposium, Hayman Island Resort, Australia.
Title: One-Chop Phaco Nucleotomy
- describes Phaco One-Chop (a hybrid technique of Nagahara’s Phaco-chop, Koch’s stop and chop and David Brown’s phaco flip) in combination with the programmable phaco fluidics of the Sovereign System.
Title: Preventing Complications
- Dense cataract case presentations and a discussion about capsular safety
and zonular integrity, endothelial safety, managing the falling nucleus and
the surgeons psyche.
2002- Medical students Ophthalmology teaching to 3rd year University of Sydney Today medicine students, Northern Clinical School, Royal North Shore Hospital, Australia.
2003 Convenor - Phaco-emulsification course - RANZCO 35th Annual Scientific
Congress, Auckland, New Zealand
2004-2008 Surgical Trainer for the Verisyse Phakic Intra-Ocular Lens, Sydney, Perth, Brisbane
Surgical Trainer for the Artiflex Phakic Intra-Ocular Lens, Sydney, Perth, Brisbane, Japan and Israel
2000- Teaching Orthoptists, UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY
Today
2009 Lecturer, The University of Sydney, Department of Clinical Ophthalmology and Eye Health for Masters of Medicine (Refractive Surgery).
Title: Phototherapuetic Keractectomy
2013 RANZCO Course on multifocal intraocular lens management
2018 RANZCO Course on management of postoperative refractive surprises
Ongoing International demonstrator cataract surgical techniques
1998 - 2013 Refractive and cataract surgeon at the Sebban Eye Clinic
2013 - Present Refractive and cataract surgeon at the Sydney Eye Clinic
Burwood
Inner West Eye Surgeons
Suite 28, Level 4, 12 Railway Parade, Burwood, NSW 2134
(02) 97440567
GP's:
Dr Season Yeung
Cataract surgery, Corneal Transplantation, Sutureless Pterygium Surgery, Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery & General Ophthalmology
Dr Season Yeung
Cataract surgery, Corneal Transplantation, Sutureless Pterygium Surgery, Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery & General Ophthalmology
August, 2014
Mar 2013 - Jun 2014 :Canada
Dec 2005 - Dec 2011 :New Zealand
Dec 2005 - Dec 2011 :New Zealand
* Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists
* Master of Medical Science, University of Western Australia
* Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, University of Western Australia
* Master of Medical Science, University of Western Australia
* Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, University of Western Australia
Mar 2020 – Current Corneal Specialist
Sydney/Sydney Eye Hospital, NSW
Sep 2016 – Current Corneal Specialist
Westmead Hospital, NSW
Sep 2015 – Current Visiting Medical Officer (Ophthalmology)
Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital, NSW
Mar 2013 – Jun 2014 Clinical Fellow in Cornea, External Disease, Anterior Segment and Refractive Surgery
University of Ottawa Eye Institute, Ottawa, Canada
Aug 2012 – Feb 2013 Senior Ophthalmology Registrar
Monash Health, Victoria
Feb 2012 – Aug 2012 Senior Ophthalmology Registrar
The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, Victoria
Sydney/Sydney Eye Hospital, NSW
Sep 2016 – Current Corneal Specialist
Westmead Hospital, NSW
Sep 2015 – Current Visiting Medical Officer (Ophthalmology)
Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital, NSW
Mar 2013 – Jun 2014 Clinical Fellow in Cornea, External Disease, Anterior Segment and Refractive Surgery
University of Ottawa Eye Institute, Ottawa, Canada
Aug 2012 – Feb 2013 Senior Ophthalmology Registrar
Monash Health, Victoria
Feb 2012 – Aug 2012 Senior Ophthalmology Registrar
The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, Victoria
Burwood
Personal Eyes
Suite 5A, Level 11-17 Elsie St, Burwood nsw 2134
02 80908010
GP's:
Dr Michael Wei
Medical Retina, Cataract & General Surgery
BSC(MED)(HONS I), BHB, MBCHB(HONS), MMED, FRANZCO
Dr Michael Wei graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from The University of Auckland in New Zealand. This was followed by a Masters of Ophthalmic Science at The University of Sydney. He then went on to complete specialist Ophthalmology training at the prestigious Sydney Eye Hospital Network with further training as a Senior Registrar at Royal North Shore Hospital with focus in retina, glaucoma and complex cataract surgery.
Dr Wei has published papers in international peer-review journals and has presented at local and international scientific meetings. He has been active in teaching and training of ophthalmology registrars, medical students and optometrists.
Dr Wei is a Fellow of Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) and a member of Australia and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists (ANZSRS) and Australia Medical Association (AMA).
Dr Michael Wei graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from The University of Auckland in New Zealand. This was followed by a Masters of Ophthalmic Science at The University of Sydney. He then went on to complete specialist Ophthalmology training at the prestigious Sydney Eye Hospital Network with further training as a Senior Registrar at Royal North Shore Hospital with focus in retina, glaucoma and complex cataract surgery.
Dr Wei has published papers in international peer-review journals and has presented at local and international scientific meetings. He has been active in teaching and training of ophthalmology registrars, medical students and optometrists.
Dr Wei is a Fellow of Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) and a member of Australia and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists (ANZSRS) and Australia Medical Association (AMA).
On completion of specialist ophthalmology training, Dr Wei undertook one year of medical retina fellowship under the stewardship of Professor Paul Mitchell at Westmead hospital. Here, he gained expertise in the treatment of retinal and macular disorders including age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular occlusions and other macular diseases. He also gained extensive proficiencies in performing all forms of retinal lasers and intravitreal injections. During this time, he was involved in numerous international clinical trials as a sub-investigator in new therapies for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal vascular occlusion.
Subsequently, Dr Wei underwent one year of vitreoretinal fellowship at St Michael’s Hospital, University of Toronto, in Toronto Canada. This is the busiest retinal unit in Canada, there he gained extensive experience in the management of difficult and complex vitreoretinal conditions. In particular, he became adept in minimally invasive treatment of retinal detachments with pneumatic retinopexy. Dr Wei also acquired competencies in performing eye surgeries using the latest 3D heads-up visualisation system with Alcon Ngenuity and Zeiss Artevo 800 technologies.
Subsequently, Dr Wei underwent one year of vitreoretinal fellowship at St Michael’s Hospital, University of Toronto, in Toronto Canada. This is the busiest retinal unit in Canada, there he gained extensive experience in the management of difficult and complex vitreoretinal conditions. In particular, he became adept in minimally invasive treatment of retinal detachments with pneumatic retinopexy. Dr Wei also acquired competencies in performing eye surgeries using the latest 3D heads-up visualisation system with Alcon Ngenuity and Zeiss Artevo 800 technologies.
A/Prof Chandra Bala
Refractive, Cataract & Corneal Ophthalmology & Surgery
BSC(MED)(HONS I), MBBS(HONS I), PHD, FRANZCO
Associate Professor Chandra Bala from the University of Sydney with class 1 Honours and completed an additional eight years of research where he was awarded a Bachelor of Science (Med) with class 1 Honours. He then went on to complete ophthalmic training at the Sydney Eye Hospital and Westmead Hospital and has a PhD in Ophthalmology.
Associate Professor Bala has completed multiple fellowships under leading surgeons in Australia and throughout Europe, including a glaucoma fellowship with Associate Professor Paul Healy (Westmead Hospital, NSW), a cornea fellowship with Dr Gerrit Melles (Holland) and a refractive fellowship with Dr Ioannis Aslanides (Greece).
His work has been published in both national and international peer reviewed journals and he has won numerous awards at international conferences including Best Paper at ASCRS Boston 2014, Best Video at ASCRS San Diego 2019 and APACRS Kyoto 2019 and winner of the Michael Bluementhal Award at ESCRS Paris 2019.
RECENT PUBLICATIONS:
Novel Topical therapy for corneal blood staining
Chan, T., White, A., Meades, K. and Bala, C., Y. Clinical & Experimental Ophthalmology. Clinical Experimental Ophthalmology, 2017. 45(4): p. 416-418
Intereye comparison of femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery capsulotomy & manual capsulorhexis edge strength
Chan, T., U. Pattamatta, M., Butlin, K. Meades, and Bala,C. J Cataract Refract Surg, 2017. 43(4): p. 480-485
Transection and explantation of intraocular lenses using femtosecond lasers
Bala, C., Pattamatta, U., Chan, T., J. Shi, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg 2017. 43: 420-423
Intracameral antibiotic: the Vancomycin conundrum
C. Bala, Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology 2016. 44: 753-754
Intraocular lens fragmentation using femtosecond laser; an in-vitro study
Bala, C., J. Shi, and K. Meades, Translational Vision Science & Technology, 2015. 4(3): p. 1-8
Electron microscopy of laser capsulotomy edge: Interplatform comparison
Bala, C., Y. Xia, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg, 2014. 40(8): p. 1382-9.
Improvement in vision with inverted placement of an asymmetric refractive multifocal intraocular lens
Bala, C. and K. Meades, J of Cataract Refractive Surg, 2014. 40(5): p. 833-5.
Pedicle Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty performed using a new corneal punch
Bala,c published by Wolters Kluwer on behalf of ASCRS and ESCRS
PUBLISHED ON JOURNAL COVERS:
Intraocular Lens Fragmentation Using Femtosecond Laser (Best paper of session ASCRS March 2017)
Intereye Comparison of Femtosecond Laser-assisted Cataract Surgery Capsulotomy and Manual Capsulorhexis Edge Strength
MEDIA COVERAGE:
Studio10
Dr.Bala interviewed – What you need to know about sight loss
SBS – World News
The possibilities are endless – Professor Chandra Bala explores pioneering treatments (video and article)
SBS – World News Radio
Professor Chandra Bala eyes off new ways to save sight (audio and article)
Channel 7– Today Tonight
Eye Tattoo Risks
Channel 7 NEWS – Sydney
Macular Degeneration Treatment (video)
Eye World – Capsular strength femtosecond vs manual cataract surgery
Femtosecond vs Manual Cataract Surgery (video)
Eye World – Femtosecond technology cutting Intraocular iols
Femtosecond Laser Technology – Cutting Intraocular IOLs (video)
AWARDS:
3 awards from ASCRS (American) ESCRS (Europe) and APACRS (Asia):
Michael Blumenthal Award (37th Congress ESCRS)
ASCRS Film Festival Best of the Best Award – the DMEK Kite
APACRS Refractive and Cornea Film Festival – the DMEK Kite
Associate Professor Chandra Bala from the University of Sydney with class 1 Honours and completed an additional eight years of research where he was awarded a Bachelor of Science (Med) with class 1 Honours. He then went on to complete ophthalmic training at the Sydney Eye Hospital and Westmead Hospital and has a PhD in Ophthalmology.
Associate Professor Bala has completed multiple fellowships under leading surgeons in Australia and throughout Europe, including a glaucoma fellowship with Associate Professor Paul Healy (Westmead Hospital, NSW), a cornea fellowship with Dr Gerrit Melles (Holland) and a refractive fellowship with Dr Ioannis Aslanides (Greece).
His work has been published in both national and international peer reviewed journals and he has won numerous awards at international conferences including Best Paper at ASCRS Boston 2014, Best Video at ASCRS San Diego 2019 and APACRS Kyoto 2019 and winner of the Michael Bluementhal Award at ESCRS Paris 2019.
RECENT PUBLICATIONS:
Novel Topical therapy for corneal blood staining
Chan, T., White, A., Meades, K. and Bala, C., Y. Clinical & Experimental Ophthalmology. Clinical Experimental Ophthalmology, 2017. 45(4): p. 416-418
Intereye comparison of femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery capsulotomy & manual capsulorhexis edge strength
Chan, T., U. Pattamatta, M., Butlin, K. Meades, and Bala,C. J Cataract Refract Surg, 2017. 43(4): p. 480-485
Transection and explantation of intraocular lenses using femtosecond lasers
Bala, C., Pattamatta, U., Chan, T., J. Shi, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg 2017. 43: 420-423
Intracameral antibiotic: the Vancomycin conundrum
C. Bala, Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology 2016. 44: 753-754
Intraocular lens fragmentation using femtosecond laser; an in-vitro study
Bala, C., J. Shi, and K. Meades, Translational Vision Science & Technology, 2015. 4(3): p. 1-8
Electron microscopy of laser capsulotomy edge: Interplatform comparison
Bala, C., Y. Xia, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg, 2014. 40(8): p. 1382-9.
Improvement in vision with inverted placement of an asymmetric refractive multifocal intraocular lens
Bala, C. and K. Meades, J of Cataract Refractive Surg, 2014. 40(5): p. 833-5.
Pedicle Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty performed using a new corneal punch
Bala,c published by Wolters Kluwer on behalf of ASCRS and ESCRS
PUBLISHED ON JOURNAL COVERS:
Intraocular Lens Fragmentation Using Femtosecond Laser (Best paper of session ASCRS March 2017)
Intereye Comparison of Femtosecond Laser-assisted Cataract Surgery Capsulotomy and Manual Capsulorhexis Edge Strength
MEDIA COVERAGE:
Studio10
Dr.Bala interviewed – What you need to know about sight loss
SBS – World News
The possibilities are endless – Professor Chandra Bala explores pioneering treatments (video and article)
SBS – World News Radio
Professor Chandra Bala eyes off new ways to save sight (audio and article)
Channel 7– Today Tonight
Eye Tattoo Risks
Channel 7 NEWS – Sydney
Macular Degeneration Treatment (video)
Eye World – Capsular strength femtosecond vs manual cataract surgery
Femtosecond vs Manual Cataract Surgery (video)
Eye World – Femtosecond technology cutting Intraocular iols
Femtosecond Laser Technology – Cutting Intraocular IOLs (video)
AWARDS:
3 awards from ASCRS (American) ESCRS (Europe) and APACRS (Asia):
Michael Blumenthal Award (37th Congress ESCRS)
ASCRS Film Festival Best of the Best Award – the DMEK Kite
APACRS Refractive and Cornea Film Festival – the DMEK Kite
Associate Professor Chandra Bala is the Managing Director at personalEYES and subspecialises in Cataract, Cornea, Glaucoma and Refractive surgery.
He is a clinical associate professor at the Australian School of Advanced Medicine, Macquarie University, an examiner in the RANZCO Ophthalmology specialist training program and a clinical supervisor of medical, optometry and vision science students.
He is a clinical associate professor at the Australian School of Advanced Medicine, Macquarie University, an examiner in the RANZCO Ophthalmology specialist training program and a clinical supervisor of medical, optometry and vision science students.
Campsie
iVision Clinic
iVision Clinic Suite 1, 11-13 Ninth Ave Campsie NSW 2194
(02) 9789 6994
GP's:
Dr Cheryl Au
Medical Retina, Cataract Surgery, Comprehensive Ophthalmology
BMedSci, MPH, MBBS (Hon I), FRANZCO
Dr Au underwent specialist ophthalmology training in the Sydney Eye Hospital Network where she gained experience in both general ophthalmology and various subspecialites.
Dr Au completed her Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (Honours I) and Master of Public Health at the University of Sydney.
She was awarded the University of Sydney Undergraduate Scholarship for Outstanding Achievement and was placed on the Dean’s Honour list for Excellence in Academic Performance.
She also received the Dr H G Chapman Prize and the Dr CharloCe Last Memorial Scholarship for her Honours thesis, and completed a Diploma in Primary Care Ophthalmology at the University of Edinburgh.
Dr Au has published several research papers in peer-reviewed journals and has presented her research at various national and international conferences. She is actively involved in research at St Vincent’s Hospital, where she is undertaking research on age-related macular degeneration based on the Sarks’ clinicopathological archive, the world’s largest collection of clinically annotated eyes.
Dr Au is also a clinical associate lecturer at the Save Sight Institute, Sydney Medical School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, and an adjunct lecturer at the University of Notre Dame.
In addition to clinical practice, research and teaching, Dr Au is a member of the RANZCO NSW Branch executive commitee, serving as the secretary. She is also one of the organisers for the RANZCO NSW Branch Annual Scientific Meeting in 2023.
Dr Au underwent specialist ophthalmology training in the Sydney Eye Hospital Network where she gained experience in both general ophthalmology and various subspecialites.
Dr Au completed her Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (Honours I) and Master of Public Health at the University of Sydney.
She was awarded the University of Sydney Undergraduate Scholarship for Outstanding Achievement and was placed on the Dean’s Honour list for Excellence in Academic Performance.
She also received the Dr H G Chapman Prize and the Dr CharloCe Last Memorial Scholarship for her Honours thesis, and completed a Diploma in Primary Care Ophthalmology at the University of Edinburgh.
Dr Au has published several research papers in peer-reviewed journals and has presented her research at various national and international conferences. She is actively involved in research at St Vincent’s Hospital, where she is undertaking research on age-related macular degeneration based on the Sarks’ clinicopathological archive, the world’s largest collection of clinically annotated eyes.
Dr Au is also a clinical associate lecturer at the Save Sight Institute, Sydney Medical School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, and an adjunct lecturer at the University of Notre Dame.
In addition to clinical practice, research and teaching, Dr Au is a member of the RANZCO NSW Branch executive commitee, serving as the secretary. She is also one of the organisers for the RANZCO NSW Branch Annual Scientific Meeting in 2023.
Dr Cheryl Au is a comprehensive ophthalmologist and cataract surgeon, who subspecialises in medical retina. She specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusions and other macular and retinal conditions.
She is an experienced cataract surgeon and has supervised cataract surgery as the Professorial Senior Registrar and as an accredited EyeSi supervisor. She completed her medical retina fellowship at Westmead Hospital under the supervision of Professor Paul Mitchell.
Dr Au is passionate about providing high quality care and ensuring the best holistic outcome for her patients.
She is also fluent in Cantonese and basic Mandarin.
She is an experienced cataract surgeon and has supervised cataract surgery as the Professorial Senior Registrar and as an accredited EyeSi supervisor. She completed her medical retina fellowship at Westmead Hospital under the supervision of Professor Paul Mitchell.
Dr Au is passionate about providing high quality care and ensuring the best holistic outcome for her patients.
She is also fluent in Cantonese and basic Mandarin.
Castle Hill
Personal Eyes
Shop 225-233 Castle Mall, 4-16 Terminus St Castle Hill NSW 2154
02 98946000
GP's:
Dr Rahul Dubey
Vitreo-Retinal, Medical Retina & General Surgery
MBBS (HONS) MMED (CLIN EPI) MM (OPHTHSCI) FRANZCO
Dr Rahul Dubey is an Australian trained Consultant Ophthalmologist with further sub-specialist training in the medical and surgical management of disorders of the vitreous and retina. He has completed fellowships in Medical, Surgical Retina and Uveitis at the world renowned Moorfield’s Eye Hospital, London and Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield, United Kingdom.
Dr Dubey’s areas of expertise include vitreomacular disorders – macular hole, epiretinal membrane and vitreomacular traction, retinal detachment, vitreous haemorrhage, advanced diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular disease, age related macular degeneration, inflammatory eye disease and complex cataract surgery.
Dr Rahul Dubey is an Australian trained Consultant Ophthalmologist with further sub-specialist training in the medical and surgical management of disorders of the vitreous and retina. He has completed fellowships in Medical, Surgical Retina and Uveitis at the world renowned Moorfield’s Eye Hospital, London and Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield, United Kingdom.
Dr Dubey’s areas of expertise include vitreomacular disorders – macular hole, epiretinal membrane and vitreomacular traction, retinal detachment, vitreous haemorrhage, advanced diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular disease, age related macular degeneration, inflammatory eye disease and complex cataract surgery.
Dr Dubey is an experienced cataract surgeon and performs and teaches cataract surgeries using the latest techniques including femtosecond laser.
He maintains a commitment to the service of rural and regional ophthalmology following his training at The Prince of Wales Hospital, home of the Outback Eye Service founded by the late Prof Fred Hollows. He is privileged to continue this tradition in Dubbo and Broken Hill.
Dr Dubey has a Public Hospital appointment in the Retinal unit at the Prince of Wales Hospital.
Dr Dubey works at the Burwood, Castle Hill & Parramatta locations for Personal Eyes.
He maintains a commitment to the service of rural and regional ophthalmology following his training at The Prince of Wales Hospital, home of the Outback Eye Service founded by the late Prof Fred Hollows. He is privileged to continue this tradition in Dubbo and Broken Hill.
Dr Dubey has a Public Hospital appointment in the Retinal unit at the Prince of Wales Hospital.
Dr Dubey works at the Burwood, Castle Hill & Parramatta locations for Personal Eyes.
Dr Michael Wei
Medical Retina, Cataract & General Surgery
BSC(MED)(HONS I), BHB, MBCHB(HONS), MMED, FRANZCO
Dr Michael Wei graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from The University of Auckland in New Zealand. This was followed by a Masters of Ophthalmic Science at The University of Sydney. He then went on to complete specialist Ophthalmology training at the prestigious Sydney Eye Hospital Network with further training as a Senior Registrar at Royal North Shore Hospital with focus in retina, glaucoma and complex cataract surgery.
Dr Wei has published papers in international peer-review journals and has presented at local and international scientific meetings. He has been active in teaching and training of ophthalmology registrars, medical students and optometrists.
Dr Wei is a Fellow of Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) and a member of Australia and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists (ANZSRS) and Australia Medical Association (AMA).
Dr Michael Wei graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from The University of Auckland in New Zealand. This was followed by a Masters of Ophthalmic Science at The University of Sydney. He then went on to complete specialist Ophthalmology training at the prestigious Sydney Eye Hospital Network with further training as a Senior Registrar at Royal North Shore Hospital with focus in retina, glaucoma and complex cataract surgery.
Dr Wei has published papers in international peer-review journals and has presented at local and international scientific meetings. He has been active in teaching and training of ophthalmology registrars, medical students and optometrists.
Dr Wei is a Fellow of Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) and a member of Australia and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists (ANZSRS) and Australia Medical Association (AMA).
On completion of specialist ophthalmology training, Dr Wei undertook one year of medical retina fellowship under the stewardship of Professor Paul Mitchell at Westmead hospital. Here, he gained expertise in the treatment of retinal and macular disorders including age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular occlusions and other macular diseases. He also gained extensive proficiencies in performing all forms of retinal lasers and intravitreal injections. During this time, he was involved in numerous international clinical trials as a sub-investigator in new therapies for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal vascular occlusion.
Subsequently, Dr Wei underwent one year of vitreoretinal fellowship at St Michael’s Hospital, University of Toronto, in Toronto Canada. This is the busiest retinal unit in Canada, there he gained extensive experience in the management of difficult and complex vitreoretinal conditions. In particular, he became adept in minimally invasive treatment of retinal detachments with pneumatic retinopexy. Dr Wei also acquired competencies in performing eye surgeries using the latest 3D heads-up visualisation system with Alcon Ngenuity and Zeiss Artevo 800 technologies.
Subsequently, Dr Wei underwent one year of vitreoretinal fellowship at St Michael’s Hospital, University of Toronto, in Toronto Canada. This is the busiest retinal unit in Canada, there he gained extensive experience in the management of difficult and complex vitreoretinal conditions. In particular, he became adept in minimally invasive treatment of retinal detachments with pneumatic retinopexy. Dr Wei also acquired competencies in performing eye surgeries using the latest 3D heads-up visualisation system with Alcon Ngenuity and Zeiss Artevo 800 technologies.
Dr Dan Polya
Vitreo-Retinal, Medical Retina & General Surgery
MBBS MPH FRCSC FRANZCO
Dr Polya graduated from the Melbourne University Medical School, and completed ophthalmology training at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in Melbourne. He completed a Master of Public Heath at the University of NSW with a thesis in Clinical Risk Management and Patient Safety.
Dr Polya completed the two year Michael Shae Fellowship in Diseases and Surgery of the Retina and Vitreous at St Michael’s Hospital, affiliated with the University of Toronto in Canada, where he was chief fellow of the Department of Ophthalmology. During this fellowship, at Canada’s busiest retinal service, he also received further subspecialist experience in uveitis and ocular oncology.
Dr Polya graduated from the Melbourne University Medical School, and completed ophthalmology training at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in Melbourne. He completed a Master of Public Heath at the University of NSW with a thesis in Clinical Risk Management and Patient Safety.
Dr Polya completed the two year Michael Shae Fellowship in Diseases and Surgery of the Retina and Vitreous at St Michael’s Hospital, affiliated with the University of Toronto in Canada, where he was chief fellow of the Department of Ophthalmology. During this fellowship, at Canada’s busiest retinal service, he also received further subspecialist experience in uveitis and ocular oncology.
Dr Polya commenced private practice as the only vitreoretinal surgeon in the province of New Brunswick, Canada in 2007 and was appointed as a clinical lecturer in the Department of Ophthalmology at Dalhousie University. He has performed thousands of surgeries for cataract and retinal disorders, and has performed many thousands of intravitreal injections and laser procedures. He has been involved in the teaching and training of ophthalmology residents, medical students, general practitioners, optometrists and optometry students.
Dr Polya as been involved in clinical trials for macular degeneration and has been active in research into diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusion, macular degeneration and sutureless vitrectomy surgery. He has authored and co-authored multiple published manuscripts in international journals and a book chapter on sutureless vitrectomy. He has presented at several international ophthalmic meetings, and has been an invited speaker at other professional meetings.
He is a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He is a member of the Australian and New Zealand Society of Retina Specialists, Oceania Retina Association, American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Retina Specialists, Canadian Ophthalmological Society, Canadian Retina Society, and Australian Medical Association.
His special clinical interests are in small-gauge vitrectomy surgery for retinal detachment, vitreous hemorrhage, macular hole and epiretinal membrane; and intravitreal and laser therapy for age related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal vascular occlusions.
Dr Polya as been involved in clinical trials for macular degeneration and has been active in research into diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusion, macular degeneration and sutureless vitrectomy surgery. He has authored and co-authored multiple published manuscripts in international journals and a book chapter on sutureless vitrectomy. He has presented at several international ophthalmic meetings, and has been an invited speaker at other professional meetings.
He is a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He is a member of the Australian and New Zealand Society of Retina Specialists, Oceania Retina Association, American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Retina Specialists, Canadian Ophthalmological Society, Canadian Retina Society, and Australian Medical Association.
His special clinical interests are in small-gauge vitrectomy surgery for retinal detachment, vitreous hemorrhage, macular hole and epiretinal membrane; and intravitreal and laser therapy for age related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal vascular occlusions.
A/Prof Chandra Bala
Refractive, Cataract & Corneal Ophthalmology & Surgery
BSC(MED)(HONS I), MBBS(HONS I), PHD, FRANZCO
Associate Professor Chandra Bala from the University of Sydney with class 1 Honours and completed an additional eight years of research where he was awarded a Bachelor of Science (Med) with class 1 Honours. He then went on to complete ophthalmic training at the Sydney Eye Hospital and Westmead Hospital and has a PhD in Ophthalmology.
Associate Professor Bala has completed multiple fellowships under leading surgeons in Australia and throughout Europe, including a glaucoma fellowship with Associate Professor Paul Healy (Westmead Hospital, NSW), a cornea fellowship with Dr Gerrit Melles (Holland) and a refractive fellowship with Dr Ioannis Aslanides (Greece).
His work has been published in both national and international peer reviewed journals and he has won numerous awards at international conferences including Best Paper at ASCRS Boston 2014, Best Video at ASCRS San Diego 2019 and APACRS Kyoto 2019 and winner of the Michael Bluementhal Award at ESCRS Paris 2019.
RECENT PUBLICATIONS:
Novel Topical therapy for corneal blood staining
Chan, T., White, A., Meades, K. and Bala, C., Y. Clinical & Experimental Ophthalmology. Clinical Experimental Ophthalmology, 2017. 45(4): p. 416-418
Intereye comparison of femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery capsulotomy & manual capsulorhexis edge strength
Chan, T., U. Pattamatta, M., Butlin, K. Meades, and Bala,C. J Cataract Refract Surg, 2017. 43(4): p. 480-485
Transection and explantation of intraocular lenses using femtosecond lasers
Bala, C., Pattamatta, U., Chan, T., J. Shi, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg 2017. 43: 420-423
Intracameral antibiotic: the Vancomycin conundrum
C. Bala, Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology 2016. 44: 753-754
Intraocular lens fragmentation using femtosecond laser; an in-vitro study
Bala, C., J. Shi, and K. Meades, Translational Vision Science & Technology, 2015. 4(3): p. 1-8
Electron microscopy of laser capsulotomy edge: Interplatform comparison
Bala, C., Y. Xia, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg, 2014. 40(8): p. 1382-9.
Improvement in vision with inverted placement of an asymmetric refractive multifocal intraocular lens
Bala, C. and K. Meades, J of Cataract Refractive Surg, 2014. 40(5): p. 833-5.
Pedicle Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty performed using a new corneal punch
Bala,c published by Wolters Kluwer on behalf of ASCRS and ESCRS
PUBLISHED ON JOURNAL COVERS:
Intraocular Lens Fragmentation Using Femtosecond Laser (Best paper of session ASCRS March 2017)
Intereye Comparison of Femtosecond Laser-assisted Cataract Surgery Capsulotomy and Manual Capsulorhexis Edge Strength
MEDIA COVERAGE:
Studio10
Dr.Bala interviewed – What you need to know about sight loss
SBS – World News
The possibilities are endless – Professor Chandra Bala explores pioneering treatments (video and article)
SBS – World News Radio
Professor Chandra Bala eyes off new ways to save sight (audio and article)
Channel 7– Today Tonight
Eye Tattoo Risks
Channel 7 NEWS – Sydney
Macular Degeneration Treatment (video)
Eye World – Capsular strength femtosecond vs manual cataract surgery
Femtosecond vs Manual Cataract Surgery (video)
Eye World – Femtosecond technology cutting Intraocular iols
Femtosecond Laser Technology – Cutting Intraocular IOLs (video)
AWARDS:
3 awards from ASCRS (American) ESCRS (Europe) and APACRS (Asia):
Michael Blumenthal Award (37th Congress ESCRS)
ASCRS Film Festival Best of the Best Award – the DMEK Kite
APACRS Refractive and Cornea Film Festival – the DMEK Kite
Associate Professor Chandra Bala from the University of Sydney with class 1 Honours and completed an additional eight years of research where he was awarded a Bachelor of Science (Med) with class 1 Honours. He then went on to complete ophthalmic training at the Sydney Eye Hospital and Westmead Hospital and has a PhD in Ophthalmology.
Associate Professor Bala has completed multiple fellowships under leading surgeons in Australia and throughout Europe, including a glaucoma fellowship with Associate Professor Paul Healy (Westmead Hospital, NSW), a cornea fellowship with Dr Gerrit Melles (Holland) and a refractive fellowship with Dr Ioannis Aslanides (Greece).
His work has been published in both national and international peer reviewed journals and he has won numerous awards at international conferences including Best Paper at ASCRS Boston 2014, Best Video at ASCRS San Diego 2019 and APACRS Kyoto 2019 and winner of the Michael Bluementhal Award at ESCRS Paris 2019.
RECENT PUBLICATIONS:
Novel Topical therapy for corneal blood staining
Chan, T., White, A., Meades, K. and Bala, C., Y. Clinical & Experimental Ophthalmology. Clinical Experimental Ophthalmology, 2017. 45(4): p. 416-418
Intereye comparison of femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery capsulotomy & manual capsulorhexis edge strength
Chan, T., U. Pattamatta, M., Butlin, K. Meades, and Bala,C. J Cataract Refract Surg, 2017. 43(4): p. 480-485
Transection and explantation of intraocular lenses using femtosecond lasers
Bala, C., Pattamatta, U., Chan, T., J. Shi, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg 2017. 43: 420-423
Intracameral antibiotic: the Vancomycin conundrum
C. Bala, Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology 2016. 44: 753-754
Intraocular lens fragmentation using femtosecond laser; an in-vitro study
Bala, C., J. Shi, and K. Meades, Translational Vision Science & Technology, 2015. 4(3): p. 1-8
Electron microscopy of laser capsulotomy edge: Interplatform comparison
Bala, C., Y. Xia, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg, 2014. 40(8): p. 1382-9.
Improvement in vision with inverted placement of an asymmetric refractive multifocal intraocular lens
Bala, C. and K. Meades, J of Cataract Refractive Surg, 2014. 40(5): p. 833-5.
Pedicle Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty performed using a new corneal punch
Bala,c published by Wolters Kluwer on behalf of ASCRS and ESCRS
PUBLISHED ON JOURNAL COVERS:
Intraocular Lens Fragmentation Using Femtosecond Laser (Best paper of session ASCRS March 2017)
Intereye Comparison of Femtosecond Laser-assisted Cataract Surgery Capsulotomy and Manual Capsulorhexis Edge Strength
MEDIA COVERAGE:
Studio10
Dr.Bala interviewed – What you need to know about sight loss
SBS – World News
The possibilities are endless – Professor Chandra Bala explores pioneering treatments (video and article)
SBS – World News Radio
Professor Chandra Bala eyes off new ways to save sight (audio and article)
Channel 7– Today Tonight
Eye Tattoo Risks
Channel 7 NEWS – Sydney
Macular Degeneration Treatment (video)
Eye World – Capsular strength femtosecond vs manual cataract surgery
Femtosecond vs Manual Cataract Surgery (video)
Eye World – Femtosecond technology cutting Intraocular iols
Femtosecond Laser Technology – Cutting Intraocular IOLs (video)
AWARDS:
3 awards from ASCRS (American) ESCRS (Europe) and APACRS (Asia):
Michael Blumenthal Award (37th Congress ESCRS)
ASCRS Film Festival Best of the Best Award – the DMEK Kite
APACRS Refractive and Cornea Film Festival – the DMEK Kite
Associate Professor Chandra Bala is the Managing Director at personalEYES and subspecialises in Cataract, Cornea, Glaucoma and Refractive surgery.
He is a clinical associate professor at the Australian School of Advanced Medicine, Macquarie University, an examiner in the RANZCO Ophthalmology specialist training program and a clinical supervisor of medical, optometry and vision science students.
He is a clinical associate professor at the Australian School of Advanced Medicine, Macquarie University, an examiner in the RANZCO Ophthalmology specialist training program and a clinical supervisor of medical, optometry and vision science students.
Dr Angela Jennings
Medical Retina & Cataract Surgery
MBBS(HONS), BSC(MED), FRANZCO
A graduate of the University of New South Wales, Dr Jennings achieved academic distinction in being awarded the University Medal in Medicine. She was the recipient of numerous awards including the Medical Women’s Society of NSW Prize, the Wallace Worth Prize and the Combined Teaching Hospitals Senior Staff Prize.
She undertook her Ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital and Westmead Hospitals from 2001 to 2004, before completing a Medical Retinal Fellowship with Professor Paul Mitchell at Westmead Hospital in Sydney.
Dr Jennings was a treating investigator in two of the pivotal studies that introduced Lucentis and Eylea to clinical use - the Anchor trial and the VIEW-2 study. These medications are widely used to treat Age Related Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Eye Disease and Retinal Vein Occlusions. Dr Jennings continues to participate in clinical research as a Principal Investigator.
Dr Jennings has published articles in peer-reviewed scientific publications and regularly presents lectures on Macular Degeneration and other topics to Optometrists, General Practitioners and the general public.
A graduate of the University of New South Wales, Dr Jennings achieved academic distinction in being awarded the University Medal in Medicine. She was the recipient of numerous awards including the Medical Women’s Society of NSW Prize, the Wallace Worth Prize and the Combined Teaching Hospitals Senior Staff Prize.
She undertook her Ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital and Westmead Hospitals from 2001 to 2004, before completing a Medical Retinal Fellowship with Professor Paul Mitchell at Westmead Hospital in Sydney.
Dr Jennings was a treating investigator in two of the pivotal studies that introduced Lucentis and Eylea to clinical use - the Anchor trial and the VIEW-2 study. These medications are widely used to treat Age Related Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Eye Disease and Retinal Vein Occlusions. Dr Jennings continues to participate in clinical research as a Principal Investigator.
Dr Jennings has published articles in peer-reviewed scientific publications and regularly presents lectures on Macular Degeneration and other topics to Optometrists, General Practitioners and the general public.
She was a Visiting Medical Officer at Westmead Hospital for a decade, where she greatly enjoyed helping to train a new generation of Ophthalmologists.
Dr Jennings is an experienced cataract surgeon and conducts a Medical Retina and General Ophthalmology clinic at our Castle Hill, Parramatta Dubbo, Mudgee and City locations.
She is a member of The Australian and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists.
Dr Jennings is an experienced cataract surgeon and conducts a Medical Retina and General Ophthalmology clinic at our Castle Hill, Parramatta Dubbo, Mudgee and City locations.
She is a member of The Australian and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists.
Prof Andrew White
Glaucoma
BMedSc(Hons), MBBS, PhD, FRANZCO
Clinical Associate Professor Andrew White is a clinician scientist ophthalmologist at Westmead Hospital. His subspecialty interest is glaucoma. He was awarded First Class Honours in Medical Science in 1995 and a combined MBBS/PhD degree in 2001 from the University of Sydney.
He also undertook research work at the Max Plank Institute for Biophysical Chemistry, Gottingen, Germany and the State University of New York (SUNY). This research focused on the characterisation of the koniocellular visual pathway, responsible for blue yellow colour vision as well as the physiology behind colour vision and glaucoma detection tests such as perimetry and FDT.
Trained at the Sydney Eye Hospital, he undertook subspecialty training in glaucoma at Westmead Hospital in Sydney and Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge, UK where he later worked as a Glaucoma Specialist and Senior Lecturer in Ophthalmology at the University of Cambridge. Throughout his time in the UK, Andrew undertook research at the Centre for Brain Repair, University of Cambridge. He has recently been looking at neuroprotective agents to prevent the progression of glaucoma in vitro/ex vivo.
Since his return to Sydney he has been working as a Glaucoma Specialist in private practice and at Westmead Hospital. As a clinician-scientist, Andrew has multiple peer-reviewed scientific publications and published conference abstracts. He is a regular invited speaker at overseas conferences. He is actively involved in the training of medical students, registrars and fellows in cataract and glaucoma. He also lectures optometrists and optometry students in Glaucoma. He is a Clinical Senior Lecturer and has research affiliations with the University of Sydney at both the Save Sight Institute and Westmead Millennium Institute where he has an active laboratory.
Andrew is a member of the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO), European Glaucoma Society, Australian and New Zealand Glaucoma Interest Group (ANZGIG). He is an author of the new Asia Pacific Glaucoma Society Guidelines on the management of glaucoma to be published this year. He is a Member of the World Glaucoma Society Associate Advisory Board. He is the current chair of the Glaucoma Australia Expert Advisory Panel. He also chairs the NSW Government Agency for Clinical Innovation C-Eye-C Project looking at new models of health care delivery for chronic eye diseases.
He was the lead author of the RANZCO endorsed guidelines for collaborative management of glaucoma. In addition, he is on the Executive of the Australian Society of Ophthalmologists and is a member of the RANZCO NSW State Branch Committee.
He has been invited to speak at glaucoma and ophthalmology conferences in the UK, Europe, Asia and Australasia. He has been on the organising committee for several international ophthalmology conferences. He is also actively involved in the training of medical students, registrars and fellows in cataract and glaucoma.
He is a Clinical Associate Professor and has research affiliations with the University of Sydney at both the Save Sight Institute and Westmead Institute for Medical Research. He is a reviewer for the Journal of Glaucoma, Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology and Translational Vision Science and Technology. Andrew is a member of the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO), European Glaucoma Society, Asia Pacific Glaucoma Society, Australian and New Zealand Glaucoma Group Society (ANZGS). He is the current Co chair of Ophthalmology Governing body for the Agency for clinical Innovation. He is on the Associate Advisory Board for the World Glaucoma Organisation as well as being a member of its communications committee. He is a Board Member of the Ophthalmic Research Institute of Australia. He is a NSW Branch Committee Member for RANZCO as well as on RANZCO Council.
MEDIA COVERAGE:
Glaucoma Research: Challenging Assumptions
The Many Facets of Glaucoma
Rising Stars of Eye Health Celebrated at Parliament House
Risks Raised of Amsler Grid Glaucoma Test
New Glaucoma CPD Launched
Opthamology Updates – Clinical Pearls
A/Prof Whitehead’s PersonalEYES Program
Glaucoma Management – Overcoming the Challenges
Collaborative Care: Specsavers Sets the Scene for a New Era
Truth Be Known: Communicating with Patients
Western Sydney Clinic Opens to Treat Glaucoma, Diabetic Retinopathy
Glaucoma – Informing the Way Forward
Peer-Reviewed Paper Finds Shared Glaucoma Management Best
Future Strategies for Glaucoma Management
New Clinic a Cause for Celebration this World Glaucoma Week
WestMead Eye Clinic Tests New Patient Management Model
Mouse Retinal Cells Breakthrough
Saving Sight: Battle Against Glaucoma
Glaucoma – The Sneaky Blindness
Signs You Might Have Glaucoma
Fresh Vision for Glaucoma Treatment
Community Project Launches in Diabetes Hotspot
‘Right Time, Right People’ – A Winning Formula
Fresh Vision Rewarded
Clinical Associate Professor Andrew White is a clinician scientist ophthalmologist at Westmead Hospital. His subspecialty interest is glaucoma. He was awarded First Class Honours in Medical Science in 1995 and a combined MBBS/PhD degree in 2001 from the University of Sydney.
He also undertook research work at the Max Plank Institute for Biophysical Chemistry, Gottingen, Germany and the State University of New York (SUNY). This research focused on the characterisation of the koniocellular visual pathway, responsible for blue yellow colour vision as well as the physiology behind colour vision and glaucoma detection tests such as perimetry and FDT.
Trained at the Sydney Eye Hospital, he undertook subspecialty training in glaucoma at Westmead Hospital in Sydney and Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge, UK where he later worked as a Glaucoma Specialist and Senior Lecturer in Ophthalmology at the University of Cambridge. Throughout his time in the UK, Andrew undertook research at the Centre for Brain Repair, University of Cambridge. He has recently been looking at neuroprotective agents to prevent the progression of glaucoma in vitro/ex vivo.
Since his return to Sydney he has been working as a Glaucoma Specialist in private practice and at Westmead Hospital. As a clinician-scientist, Andrew has multiple peer-reviewed scientific publications and published conference abstracts. He is a regular invited speaker at overseas conferences. He is actively involved in the training of medical students, registrars and fellows in cataract and glaucoma. He also lectures optometrists and optometry students in Glaucoma. He is a Clinical Senior Lecturer and has research affiliations with the University of Sydney at both the Save Sight Institute and Westmead Millennium Institute where he has an active laboratory.
Andrew is a member of the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO), European Glaucoma Society, Australian and New Zealand Glaucoma Interest Group (ANZGIG). He is an author of the new Asia Pacific Glaucoma Society Guidelines on the management of glaucoma to be published this year. He is a Member of the World Glaucoma Society Associate Advisory Board. He is the current chair of the Glaucoma Australia Expert Advisory Panel. He also chairs the NSW Government Agency for Clinical Innovation C-Eye-C Project looking at new models of health care delivery for chronic eye diseases.
He was the lead author of the RANZCO endorsed guidelines for collaborative management of glaucoma. In addition, he is on the Executive of the Australian Society of Ophthalmologists and is a member of the RANZCO NSW State Branch Committee.
He has been invited to speak at glaucoma and ophthalmology conferences in the UK, Europe, Asia and Australasia. He has been on the organising committee for several international ophthalmology conferences. He is also actively involved in the training of medical students, registrars and fellows in cataract and glaucoma.
He is a Clinical Associate Professor and has research affiliations with the University of Sydney at both the Save Sight Institute and Westmead Institute for Medical Research. He is a reviewer for the Journal of Glaucoma, Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology and Translational Vision Science and Technology. Andrew is a member of the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO), European Glaucoma Society, Asia Pacific Glaucoma Society, Australian and New Zealand Glaucoma Group Society (ANZGS). He is the current Co chair of Ophthalmology Governing body for the Agency for clinical Innovation. He is on the Associate Advisory Board for the World Glaucoma Organisation as well as being a member of its communications committee. He is a Board Member of the Ophthalmic Research Institute of Australia. He is a NSW Branch Committee Member for RANZCO as well as on RANZCO Council.
MEDIA COVERAGE:
Glaucoma Research: Challenging Assumptions
The Many Facets of Glaucoma
Rising Stars of Eye Health Celebrated at Parliament House
Risks Raised of Amsler Grid Glaucoma Test
New Glaucoma CPD Launched
Opthamology Updates – Clinical Pearls
A/Prof Whitehead’s PersonalEYES Program
Glaucoma Management – Overcoming the Challenges
Collaborative Care: Specsavers Sets the Scene for a New Era
Truth Be Known: Communicating with Patients
Western Sydney Clinic Opens to Treat Glaucoma, Diabetic Retinopathy
Glaucoma – Informing the Way Forward
Peer-Reviewed Paper Finds Shared Glaucoma Management Best
Future Strategies for Glaucoma Management
New Clinic a Cause for Celebration this World Glaucoma Week
WestMead Eye Clinic Tests New Patient Management Model
Mouse Retinal Cells Breakthrough
Saving Sight: Battle Against Glaucoma
Glaucoma – The Sneaky Blindness
Signs You Might Have Glaucoma
Fresh Vision for Glaucoma Treatment
Community Project Launches in Diabetes Hotspot
‘Right Time, Right People’ – A Winning Formula
Fresh Vision Rewarded
Professor Andrew White has done a large amount of work delivery the way eye care is delivered in both the hospital and community setting. He is currently Head of the Department of Ophthalmology at Westmead Hospital and Director of the Community Eye Care Project (C-eye-C) based in Western Sydney.
Dr Richard Parker
Oculoplastic, Cataracts & General Surgery
August 2019 - January 2021 Mooresfield London UK
BMBS, MMED (OPHTHSC), BEHONS/BCOM, FRANZCO
Dr Parker completed his undergratuate studies in Sydney, followed by medical training at Flinders University, SA. He completed his general medical training at Liverpool Hospital, NSW. He completed ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital and then further training at Royal North Shore Hospital and Westmead Hospital. He completed his fellowship in oculoplastic surgery at the world-renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, UK.
He holds a Masters of Medicine (Ophthalmic Science) from the University of Sydney and now is a clinical lecturer in this program. He is active in clinical research and has published in peer-reviewed journals. He has been actively involved in the training of upcoming surgeons in Australia and the UK.
Memberships / Associations
Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists
Dr Parker completed his undergratuate studies in Sydney, followed by medical training at Flinders University, SA. He completed his general medical training at Liverpool Hospital, NSW. He completed ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital and then further training at Royal North Shore Hospital and Westmead Hospital. He completed his fellowship in oculoplastic surgery at the world-renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, UK.
He holds a Masters of Medicine (Ophthalmic Science) from the University of Sydney and now is a clinical lecturer in this program. He is active in clinical research and has published in peer-reviewed journals. He has been actively involved in the training of upcoming surgeons in Australia and the UK.
Memberships / Associations
Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists
Dr Richard Parker is an ophthalmic and oculoplastic surgeon offering eyelid, lacrimal, orbital and cataract surgery as well as general ophthalmology.
Clinical Interests:
Eyelid surgery - eyelid malposition, ptosis, periocular skin cancer management, facial nerve palsy, blepharospasm and facial spasms
Lacrimal surgery - DCR surgery (external and endonasal) and related problems
Orbital surgery - thyroid eye disease, orbital inflammation, orbital lesions and surgery
Cataract surgery - routine and complex
General ophthalmic problems
Clinical Interests:
Eyelid surgery - eyelid malposition, ptosis, periocular skin cancer management, facial nerve palsy, blepharospasm and facial spasms
Lacrimal surgery - DCR surgery (external and endonasal) and related problems
Orbital surgery - thyroid eye disease, orbital inflammation, orbital lesions and surgery
Cataract surgery - routine and complex
General ophthalmic problems
Darlinghurst
Sydney Eye Clinic
L2/213 Darlinghurst Rd, Darlinghurst NSW 2010
(02) 8302 1140, 1300 128 114
GP's:
Dr Ilan Sebban
Refractive surgery, Cataract surgery
January, 1998
N/A
1986 - Accident and Emergency Elective 29/11/86 - 20/12/86, Toronto Western
Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
1987 - Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery with Honours at The Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Australia
1990 - Part I Examination in Basic Science, The Royal Australian College of
Ophthalmologists
1992 - Master of Medical Science, Ophthalmology at The Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Australia
1994 - Part II Fellowship Examination, The Royal Australian College of
Ophthalmologists
1995 - Fellowship of the Royal Australian NZ College of Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO)
- Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Surgeons (FRACS)
1997 - Completed Chiron course in LASIK and Hanstome
- Completed Fellowship from Chiron in LASIK
1998 - Founding Member and Fellow of the Australian Society of Cataract and
Refractive Surgeons (AUSCRS)
- Fellow of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ASCRS)
2001 - PRELEX Faculty Member - Hawaii, USA
2002 - ARTISAN training course - Sydney
2003 - INTACS training course - Sydney
2005 - Fellow of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
- Appointed as international faculty trainer for the Artisan Lens
- ARTIFLEX training course - Lisbon, Portugal
2006 - Appointed Australasian trainer for the Artiflex Lens
2008 - Fellow of the International Society of Bilateral Cataract Surgeons (ISBCS)
2007 - AMARIS Schwind user- Australia 1st
2009. – TransPRK User- among first users world wide, Australia 1st
1990 – 1991 Research at the University of Queensland towards a Masters of
Medical Science
1992 Epidemiological survey of anterior segment pathology in a normal population, Nambour, Queensland
1998 Investigator for the STAAR Implantable Contact Lens (Phakic IOL)
2001 Investigator for Diode Laser Thermal Keratoplasy (DTK)
2002 Phacodynamics and fluidics developer of One-chop Nucleotomy
2007 Investigator for Artiflex outcomes
2011 TransPRK investigator
2012 Zeiss Trifocal Toric Autralasia Investigator
2018 Oculentis MplusX Australian Trial
2019 Australia Investigator IC-8 IOL for HOA
Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
1987 - Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery with Honours at The Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Australia
1990 - Part I Examination in Basic Science, The Royal Australian College of
Ophthalmologists
1992 - Master of Medical Science, Ophthalmology at The Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Australia
1994 - Part II Fellowship Examination, The Royal Australian College of
Ophthalmologists
1995 - Fellowship of the Royal Australian NZ College of Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO)
- Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Surgeons (FRACS)
1997 - Completed Chiron course in LASIK and Hanstome
- Completed Fellowship from Chiron in LASIK
1998 - Founding Member and Fellow of the Australian Society of Cataract and
Refractive Surgeons (AUSCRS)
- Fellow of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ASCRS)
2001 - PRELEX Faculty Member - Hawaii, USA
2002 - ARTISAN training course - Sydney
2003 - INTACS training course - Sydney
2005 - Fellow of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
- Appointed as international faculty trainer for the Artisan Lens
- ARTIFLEX training course - Lisbon, Portugal
2006 - Appointed Australasian trainer for the Artiflex Lens
2008 - Fellow of the International Society of Bilateral Cataract Surgeons (ISBCS)
2007 - AMARIS Schwind user- Australia 1st
2009. – TransPRK User- among first users world wide, Australia 1st
1990 – 1991 Research at the University of Queensland towards a Masters of
Medical Science
1992 Epidemiological survey of anterior segment pathology in a normal population, Nambour, Queensland
1998 Investigator for the STAAR Implantable Contact Lens (Phakic IOL)
2001 Investigator for Diode Laser Thermal Keratoplasy (DTK)
2002 Phacodynamics and fluidics developer of One-chop Nucleotomy
2007 Investigator for Artiflex outcomes
2011 TransPRK investigator
2012 Zeiss Trifocal Toric Autralasia Investigator
2018 Oculentis MplusX Australian Trial
2019 Australia Investigator IC-8 IOL for HOA
1986 - Accident and Emergency Elective 29/11/86 - 20/12/86, Toronto Western
Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
1998- Continuing Optometrical Educational Seminars recognised by the
Today Optometrical Association of Australia.
Titles:
- STAAR Refractive Surgery Conference
- Refractive Surgery in the 21st Century; Live LASIK
- Implantable Contact Lenses; Advantages / Disadvantages
- Cataract and the cataract Patient; Multifocals lenses, Toric lenses and new
advances in Intra-ocular lens.
- LASIK and its co-management
- Glaucoma
- DTK – live surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Macular Degeneration
- Oculoplastics
- Cataract surgery in the new millennium
1998- General Practitioner Further Educational Seminars recognised by the Royal
Today Australian College of General Practitioners for CME points.
Title:
- Refractive surgery and LASIK
- Cataract and the patient
- Acute Eye Conditions
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Macular Degeneration
2000 Ophthalmologist LASIK Training and Seminars at Trung Tam Y Khoa Medic Centre in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
Title:
- LASIK training using the Meditec MEL60 Excimer laser and the Moria LSK Keratome.
- Cataract Surgery and Advances in IOLs.
- The Implantable Contact Lens and Advances in Refractive Surgery
2001 Faculty member- Cataract surgery technique seminars at the Surgical Strategies for Success Symposium, Hayman Island Resort, Australia.
Title: One-Chop Phaco Nucleotomy
- describes Phaco One-Chop (a hybrid technique of Nagahara’s Phaco-chop, Koch’s stop and chop and David Brown’s phaco flip) in combination with the programmable phaco fluidics of the Sovereign System.
Title: Preventing Complications
- Dense cataract case presentations and a discussion about capsular safety
and zonular integrity, endothelial safety, managing the falling nucleus and
the surgeons psyche.
2002- Medical students Ophthalmology teaching to 3rd year University of Sydney Today medicine students, Northern Clinical School, Royal North Shore Hospital, Australia.
2003 Convenor - Phaco-emulsification course - RANZCO 35th Annual Scientific
Congress, Auckland, New Zealand
2004-2008 Surgical Trainer for the Verisyse Phakic Intra-Ocular Lens, Sydney, Perth, Brisbane
Surgical Trainer for the Artiflex Phakic Intra-Ocular Lens, Sydney, Perth, Brisbane, Japan and Israel
2000- Teaching Orthoptists, UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY
Today
2009 Lecturer, The University of Sydney, Department of Clinical Ophthalmology and Eye Health for Masters of Medicine (Refractive Surgery).
Title: Phototherapuetic Keractectomy
2013 RANZCO Course on multifocal intraocular lens management
2018 RANZCO Course on management of postoperative refractive surprises
Ongoing International demonstrator cataract surgical techniques
1998 - 2013 Refractive and cataract surgeon at the Sebban Eye Clinic
2013 - Present Refractive and cataract surgeon at the Sydney Eye Clinic
Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
1998- Continuing Optometrical Educational Seminars recognised by the
Today Optometrical Association of Australia.
Titles:
- STAAR Refractive Surgery Conference
- Refractive Surgery in the 21st Century; Live LASIK
- Implantable Contact Lenses; Advantages / Disadvantages
- Cataract and the cataract Patient; Multifocals lenses, Toric lenses and new
advances in Intra-ocular lens.
- LASIK and its co-management
- Glaucoma
- DTK – live surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Macular Degeneration
- Oculoplastics
- Cataract surgery in the new millennium
1998- General Practitioner Further Educational Seminars recognised by the Royal
Today Australian College of General Practitioners for CME points.
Title:
- Refractive surgery and LASIK
- Cataract and the patient
- Acute Eye Conditions
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Macular Degeneration
2000 Ophthalmologist LASIK Training and Seminars at Trung Tam Y Khoa Medic Centre in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
Title:
- LASIK training using the Meditec MEL60 Excimer laser and the Moria LSK Keratome.
- Cataract Surgery and Advances in IOLs.
- The Implantable Contact Lens and Advances in Refractive Surgery
2001 Faculty member- Cataract surgery technique seminars at the Surgical Strategies for Success Symposium, Hayman Island Resort, Australia.
Title: One-Chop Phaco Nucleotomy
- describes Phaco One-Chop (a hybrid technique of Nagahara’s Phaco-chop, Koch’s stop and chop and David Brown’s phaco flip) in combination with the programmable phaco fluidics of the Sovereign System.
Title: Preventing Complications
- Dense cataract case presentations and a discussion about capsular safety
and zonular integrity, endothelial safety, managing the falling nucleus and
the surgeons psyche.
2002- Medical students Ophthalmology teaching to 3rd year University of Sydney Today medicine students, Northern Clinical School, Royal North Shore Hospital, Australia.
2003 Convenor - Phaco-emulsification course - RANZCO 35th Annual Scientific
Congress, Auckland, New Zealand
2004-2008 Surgical Trainer for the Verisyse Phakic Intra-Ocular Lens, Sydney, Perth, Brisbane
Surgical Trainer for the Artiflex Phakic Intra-Ocular Lens, Sydney, Perth, Brisbane, Japan and Israel
2000- Teaching Orthoptists, UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY
Today
2009 Lecturer, The University of Sydney, Department of Clinical Ophthalmology and Eye Health for Masters of Medicine (Refractive Surgery).
Title: Phototherapuetic Keractectomy
2013 RANZCO Course on multifocal intraocular lens management
2018 RANZCO Course on management of postoperative refractive surprises
Ongoing International demonstrator cataract surgical techniques
1998 - 2013 Refractive and cataract surgeon at the Sebban Eye Clinic
2013 - Present Refractive and cataract surgeon at the Sydney Eye Clinic
Dr Tony Chen
Refractive surgery, Cataract surgery, Maculae and Retina
Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO) - Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) - Australia and New Zealand - 2020
Master of Medicine (Ophthalmic Science) - University of Sydney - Australia - 2014
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery - University of Otago - New Zealand - 2009
Performer’s Certificate Diploma in Solo Piano - Trinity College London - United Kingdom - 2002
Master of Medicine (Ophthalmic Science) - University of Sydney - Australia - 2014
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery - University of Otago - New Zealand - 2009
Performer’s Certificate Diploma in Solo Piano - Trinity College London - United Kingdom - 2002
RANZCO Accredited Ophthalmology Training (Sydney Eye Hospital Network):
Year 1
1. Sydney Adventist Hospital 04/08/14-02/11/14
2. Canberra Hospital 03/11/14-01/02/15
3. Liverpool Hospital 02/02/15-03/05/15
4. Royal Hobart Hospital (Senior Registrar) 04/05/15-02/08/15
Year 2
1. Royal North Shore Hospital 03/08/15-01/11/15
2. Westmead Hospital 02/11/15-31/01/16
3. Lismore Base Hospital 01/02/16-01/05/16
4. Sydney Eye Hospital Team D 02/0516-31/0716
Year 3
1. Liverpool Hospital 01/08/16-30/10/16
2. Concord Hospital 31/10/16-05/02/17
3. Sydney Eye Hospital Relief 06/02/17-07/05/17
4. The Children’s Hospital at Westmead 08/05/17-06/08/17
Year 4
1. Sydney Eye Hospital Emergency 07/08/17-05/11/17
2. Royal Hobart Hospital (Senior Registrar) 06/11/17-04/02/18
3. Sydney Eye Hospital Team C 05/02/18-06/05/18
4. Royal Darwin Hospital (Senior Registrar) 07/05/18-05/08/18
Unaccredited Ophthalmology Experience:
Dates Dec 2013 – Dec 2013
Position Title Unaccredited Ophthalmology Registrar
The Myanmar Eye Care Program, RANZCO Eye Foundation
Facility Wachet Jivitadana Sangha Hospital, Wachet via Sagaing, Myanmar
Responsibilities
· Review ophthalmology patients independently, with direct and indirect supervision as needed
· Administrative support and assist in training of local staff
· Report directly to Honorary Coordinator Dr Geoffrey Cohn Skills acquired
· Confident use of slit lamp including indirect biomicroscopy, gonioscopy, applanation tonometry, retinoscopy, B-scans
· Minor procedures, e.g. FB removal, chalazion excision
· Assist in operating theatre with ophthalmic procedures including trabeculectomy, iridectomy, ECCE and MSICS
Dates Jan 2012 – Jan 2013
Position Title Ophthalmology Senior Resident Medical Officer (SRMO)
Term 1: 23/1/12–22/4/12 Ophthalmology
Term 2: 23/4/11–22/7/12 Ophthalmology
Term 3: 23/7/12–21/10/12 General Medicine/Ophthalmology
Term 4: 22/10/12–20/01/13 Emergency/Medicine/Ophthalmology
Facilities Sydney Hospital and Sydney Eye Hospital, Sydney NSW
Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney NSW
Responsibilities
· Ophthalmology patient preadmission, assessment, 4 investigation, treatment, transfer or admission in inpatient/outpatient settings, operating theatre assisting.
· Clinical handover, postgraduate education/teaching
Skills acquired
· Assess patients’ medical fitness for ophthalmic operations
· Use of slit lamp including indirect biomicroscopy, gonioscopy, applanation tonometry, B-scans
· Assist in operating theatre with ophthalmic procedures including phacoemulsification cataract surgery
· Interpreting B-scans, CT/MRI, HVF, GDx, OCT, ERG
Dates Nov 2010 – Jan 2011
Position Title Ophthalmology Intern / Junior Medical Officer (JMO)
Facility Liverpool Hospital, Sydney NSW
Skills acquired
· Care of ophthalmology inpatients
Dates Dec 2008 – Jan 2009
Position Title Ophthalmology Elective Trainee Intern
Facility Taipei City Hospital Renai Branch, Taipei, Taiwan
Skills acquired
· Subjective refraction, tonometry, slit lamp examination
Accredited General Medical Training:
Dates Jan 2013 – Aug 2014
Position Title General Practice Registrar, RACGP Accredited
Facilities
Term 1: 21/1/13–21/7/13 Family Medical Practice Ashfield, NSW
Term 2: 22/7/13–2/2/14 Forest Mall Medical Centre (Hurstville)
Term 3: 3/2/14–3/8/24 Campbelltown Mall Medical Centre, NSW
Skills acquired
· Gain general knowledge for all medical specialties, minor procedural skills, CPD education/teaching
Dates Jan 2011 – Jan 2012
Position Title Junior House Officer (JHO), RACGP Accredited
Term 1: 24/1/11–3/4/11 Cardiology
Term 2: 4/4/11–26/6/11 Emergency
Term 3: 27/6/11–7/8/11 Emergency; 8/8/11–4/9/11 Medicine
Term 4: 5/9/11–13/11/11 Nights/Relief
Term 5: 14/11/11–25/12/11 Ortho; 26/12/11–22/1/12 Psych
Facility The Prince Charles Hospital, Brisbane QLD
Responsibilities
· Inpatient assessment, treatment, stabilisation, transfer or admission as required. Plan treatment and discharge in a multidisciplinary team approach
· Clinical handover, postgraduate education/teaching.
Dates Jan 2010 – Jan 2011
Position Title Intern / Junior Medical Officer (JMO)
Term 1: 11/1/10 - 28/3/10 Nights
Term 2: 29/3/10 - 6/6/10 Emergency
Term 3: 7/6/10 - 22/8/10 Cardiology 5
Term 4: 23/8/10 - 31/10/10 Geriatric Medicine
Term 5: 1/11/10 - 16/1/11 Vascular Surgery/Ophthalmology Facility Liverpool Hospital, Sydney NSW
Year 1
1. Sydney Adventist Hospital 04/08/14-02/11/14
2. Canberra Hospital 03/11/14-01/02/15
3. Liverpool Hospital 02/02/15-03/05/15
4. Royal Hobart Hospital (Senior Registrar) 04/05/15-02/08/15
Year 2
1. Royal North Shore Hospital 03/08/15-01/11/15
2. Westmead Hospital 02/11/15-31/01/16
3. Lismore Base Hospital 01/02/16-01/05/16
4. Sydney Eye Hospital Team D 02/0516-31/0716
Year 3
1. Liverpool Hospital 01/08/16-30/10/16
2. Concord Hospital 31/10/16-05/02/17
3. Sydney Eye Hospital Relief 06/02/17-07/05/17
4. The Children’s Hospital at Westmead 08/05/17-06/08/17
Year 4
1. Sydney Eye Hospital Emergency 07/08/17-05/11/17
2. Royal Hobart Hospital (Senior Registrar) 06/11/17-04/02/18
3. Sydney Eye Hospital Team C 05/02/18-06/05/18
4. Royal Darwin Hospital (Senior Registrar) 07/05/18-05/08/18
Unaccredited Ophthalmology Experience:
Dates Dec 2013 – Dec 2013
Position Title Unaccredited Ophthalmology Registrar
The Myanmar Eye Care Program, RANZCO Eye Foundation
Facility Wachet Jivitadana Sangha Hospital, Wachet via Sagaing, Myanmar
Responsibilities
· Review ophthalmology patients independently, with direct and indirect supervision as needed
· Administrative support and assist in training of local staff
· Report directly to Honorary Coordinator Dr Geoffrey Cohn Skills acquired
· Confident use of slit lamp including indirect biomicroscopy, gonioscopy, applanation tonometry, retinoscopy, B-scans
· Minor procedures, e.g. FB removal, chalazion excision
· Assist in operating theatre with ophthalmic procedures including trabeculectomy, iridectomy, ECCE and MSICS
Dates Jan 2012 – Jan 2013
Position Title Ophthalmology Senior Resident Medical Officer (SRMO)
Term 1: 23/1/12–22/4/12 Ophthalmology
Term 2: 23/4/11–22/7/12 Ophthalmology
Term 3: 23/7/12–21/10/12 General Medicine/Ophthalmology
Term 4: 22/10/12–20/01/13 Emergency/Medicine/Ophthalmology
Facilities Sydney Hospital and Sydney Eye Hospital, Sydney NSW
Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney NSW
Responsibilities
· Ophthalmology patient preadmission, assessment, 4 investigation, treatment, transfer or admission in inpatient/outpatient settings, operating theatre assisting.
· Clinical handover, postgraduate education/teaching
Skills acquired
· Assess patients’ medical fitness for ophthalmic operations
· Use of slit lamp including indirect biomicroscopy, gonioscopy, applanation tonometry, B-scans
· Assist in operating theatre with ophthalmic procedures including phacoemulsification cataract surgery
· Interpreting B-scans, CT/MRI, HVF, GDx, OCT, ERG
Dates Nov 2010 – Jan 2011
Position Title Ophthalmology Intern / Junior Medical Officer (JMO)
Facility Liverpool Hospital, Sydney NSW
Skills acquired
· Care of ophthalmology inpatients
Dates Dec 2008 – Jan 2009
Position Title Ophthalmology Elective Trainee Intern
Facility Taipei City Hospital Renai Branch, Taipei, Taiwan
Skills acquired
· Subjective refraction, tonometry, slit lamp examination
Accredited General Medical Training:
Dates Jan 2013 – Aug 2014
Position Title General Practice Registrar, RACGP Accredited
Facilities
Term 1: 21/1/13–21/7/13 Family Medical Practice Ashfield, NSW
Term 2: 22/7/13–2/2/14 Forest Mall Medical Centre (Hurstville)
Term 3: 3/2/14–3/8/24 Campbelltown Mall Medical Centre, NSW
Skills acquired
· Gain general knowledge for all medical specialties, minor procedural skills, CPD education/teaching
Dates Jan 2011 – Jan 2012
Position Title Junior House Officer (JHO), RACGP Accredited
Term 1: 24/1/11–3/4/11 Cardiology
Term 2: 4/4/11–26/6/11 Emergency
Term 3: 27/6/11–7/8/11 Emergency; 8/8/11–4/9/11 Medicine
Term 4: 5/9/11–13/11/11 Nights/Relief
Term 5: 14/11/11–25/12/11 Ortho; 26/12/11–22/1/12 Psych
Facility The Prince Charles Hospital, Brisbane QLD
Responsibilities
· Inpatient assessment, treatment, stabilisation, transfer or admission as required. Plan treatment and discharge in a multidisciplinary team approach
· Clinical handover, postgraduate education/teaching.
Dates Jan 2010 – Jan 2011
Position Title Intern / Junior Medical Officer (JMO)
Term 1: 11/1/10 - 28/3/10 Nights
Term 2: 29/3/10 - 6/6/10 Emergency
Term 3: 7/6/10 - 22/8/10 Cardiology 5
Term 4: 23/8/10 - 31/10/10 Geriatric Medicine
Term 5: 1/11/10 - 16/1/11 Vascular Surgery/Ophthalmology Facility Liverpool Hospital, Sydney NSW
Dee Why
Freedom Eye Laser, Northern Beaches Eye Surgery
Suite 4207, 834 Pittwater Road, Dee Why NSW 2099
02 9981 1771
GP's:
Dr James Genge
Cataract, Refractive & Corneal Surgery
Dr Genge graduated in Medicine from the University of NSW (M.B.B.S.), obtaining a further medical research degree (B.Sc. Medicine Honours, University of New South Wales) with overseas experience in Myanmar on a scholarship.
His specialist training was at Sydney Eye Hospital, and then undertook advanced surgical training with a Corneal and Refractive Surgery Fellowship at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London.
His specialist training was at Sydney Eye Hospital, and then undertook advanced surgical training with a Corneal and Refractive Surgery Fellowship at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London.
Dr James Genge is founder of Freedom Eye Laser and Northern Beaches Eye Surgery, located on the Northern Beaches of Sydney.
James specialises in laser refractive surgery, advanced cataract and refractive intraocular lens surgery, corneal transplantation and pterygium removal surgery.
Dr Genge has numerous publications in the peer reviewed literature and frequently lectures at ophthalmology conferences on refractive surgery, corneal transplantation and cataract surgery.
He is a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmology.
James specialises in laser refractive surgery, advanced cataract and refractive intraocular lens surgery, corneal transplantation and pterygium removal surgery.
Dr Genge has numerous publications in the peer reviewed literature and frequently lectures at ophthalmology conferences on refractive surgery, corneal transplantation and cataract surgery.
He is a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmology.
Dr Charmaine Chung
Medical Retina
Dr Chung graduated from medical at the University of Sydney school with First Class Honours and furthered her studies with a Masters of Public Health, graduating with Honours.
Her general ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital included rotations through metropolitan, outer Sydney and regional hospitals providing a broad range of experience in managing complex ophthalmic diseases in both local and migrant populations.
Her general ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital included rotations through metropolitan, outer Sydney and regional hospitals providing a broad range of experience in managing complex ophthalmic diseases in both local and migrant populations.
Dr Charmaine Chung is an ophthalmic surgeon with a particular interest in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of retinal diseases such as macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal vascular diseases.
As a research investigator and clinician, she has authored and reviewed research publications and is involved in the recruitment and active management of patients for multi-centre international trials looking at new treatments for these diseases.
Her Medical Retina Fellowship at Westmead Public Hospital provided extensive practical experience in retinal laser and in providing comfortable eye injections to patients on a regular, ongoing basis.
As a research investigator and clinician, she has authored and reviewed research publications and is involved in the recruitment and active management of patients for multi-centre international trials looking at new treatments for these diseases.
Her Medical Retina Fellowship at Westmead Public Hospital provided extensive practical experience in retinal laser and in providing comfortable eye injections to patients on a regular, ongoing basis.
Dr Sartaj Sandhu
Cataract, Glaucoma & General Ophthalmology
Dr Sandhu graduated from the University of New South Wales Medical School in 2009 having obtained a Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours) as well as his Medical degree. He then went on to obtain a Master of Medicine (specialising in Ophthalmic Science) from the University of Sydney whilst completing his Ophthalmology training at the renowned Sydney Eye Hospital.
Dr Sandhu completed a Comprehensive Ophthalmology fellowship at the Concord Repatriation General Hospital. This providing a rich, diverse experience throughout the various sub-specialties in Ophthalmology. More recently, Dr Sandhu returned from an international fellowship in Advanced Glaucoma. He is adept at Minimal Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) and Advanced Glaucoma Analysis.
Dr Sandhu completed a Comprehensive Ophthalmology fellowship at the Concord Repatriation General Hospital. This providing a rich, diverse experience throughout the various sub-specialties in Ophthalmology. More recently, Dr Sandhu returned from an international fellowship in Advanced Glaucoma. He is adept at Minimal Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) and Advanced Glaucoma Analysis.
Dr Sandhu is a member of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists and an experienced Cataract surgeon.
Freedom Eye is thrilled to welcome Dr Sartaj Sandhu to our team of Fellowship trained sub specialists who are dedicated to the highest levels of care for their patients.
Dr Sandhu is a caring and experienced Glaucoma and Cataract surgeon providing world-class care. He is approachable and dedicated to providing the best outcomes for patients and has a special interest in teaching and research to help grow the field of Ophthalmology.
Freedom Eye is thrilled to welcome Dr Sartaj Sandhu to our team of Fellowship trained sub specialists who are dedicated to the highest levels of care for their patients.
Dr Sandhu is a caring and experienced Glaucoma and Cataract surgeon providing world-class care. He is approachable and dedicated to providing the best outcomes for patients and has a special interest in teaching and research to help grow the field of Ophthalmology.
Dubbo
Personal Eyes
Dubbo Private Hospital, Moran Drive Dubbo NSW 2830
02 6300 0616
GP's:
Dr Ethan Nguyen
Medical Retina & Glaucoma Surgery
Dr Nguyen undertook undergraduate medical training at Monash University in Melbourne and returned to Sydney for his residency in Liverpool Hospital before undertaking two intense years of basic physician training at Concord Hospital. During this time, he completed a Masters of Medicine (Ophthalmic Sciences) and mentored as a tutor for the course. He pursued ophthalmology training through the prestigious Sydney Eye Hospital training network which encompasses a wide selection of metropolitan and rural placements across Sydney and greater New South Wales, in addition to secondments to Tasmania and the Northern Territory.
After completing his general ophthalmology training, Dr Nguyen went on to subspecialise in medical retina under the guidance of Professor Paul Mitchell at Westmead Hospital.
During his time at Westmead Hospital, he was a sub-investigator for several international clinical trials contributing to new therapies in wet macular degeneration, vein occlusion, and diabetic macular oedema.
Dr Nguyen sought further subspecialty training in the field of glaucoma under the supervision of Professor Bill Morgan at Royal Perth Hospital. He then went abroad to train at Kings College Hospital in London for a further 18 months where he acquired skills in managing a wide spectrum of complex medical and surgical glaucoma cases. It was during this time that he received the Medical and Dental Leadership Award for his support and contribution towards training and supervising junior doctors. He stayed at Kings College Hospital to practice as a consultant and helped lead the recovery response during the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. Furthermore, he participated as a sub-investigator for several cross-institutional studies based at Guys and St Thomas’ Hospital. He continues to collaborate with researchers in the United Kingdom in the field of glaucoma.
After completing his general ophthalmology training, Dr Nguyen went on to subspecialise in medical retina under the guidance of Professor Paul Mitchell at Westmead Hospital.
During his time at Westmead Hospital, he was a sub-investigator for several international clinical trials contributing to new therapies in wet macular degeneration, vein occlusion, and diabetic macular oedema.
Dr Nguyen sought further subspecialty training in the field of glaucoma under the supervision of Professor Bill Morgan at Royal Perth Hospital. He then went abroad to train at Kings College Hospital in London for a further 18 months where he acquired skills in managing a wide spectrum of complex medical and surgical glaucoma cases. It was during this time that he received the Medical and Dental Leadership Award for his support and contribution towards training and supervising junior doctors. He stayed at Kings College Hospital to practice as a consultant and helped lead the recovery response during the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. Furthermore, he participated as a sub-investigator for several cross-institutional studies based at Guys and St Thomas’ Hospital. He continues to collaborate with researchers in the United Kingdom in the field of glaucoma.
MBBS, M.MED (OPHTH SCI), FRANZCO
Dr Ethan Nguyen is a Sydney-based Ophthalmologist with expertise in glaucoma and medical retina. He also has comprehensive skills in cataract surgery and general ophthalmology care.
Dr Nguyen is proficient in managing complex macular and retinal disorders with a focus on age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal vascular occlusion. He is also adept at performing various types of retinal laser therapy.
He is capable of performing traditional incisional surgery for cases of advanced glaucoma and also offers minimally invasive glaucoma surgery using modern and novel implants for appropriate patients. Dr Nguyen also performs conventional laser treatment for several types of glaucoma and undertakes complex cataract surgery where this has occurred secondary to glaucomatous disease.
Dr Ethan Nguyen is a Sydney-based Ophthalmologist with expertise in glaucoma and medical retina. He also has comprehensive skills in cataract surgery and general ophthalmology care.
Dr Nguyen is proficient in managing complex macular and retinal disorders with a focus on age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal vascular occlusion. He is also adept at performing various types of retinal laser therapy.
He is capable of performing traditional incisional surgery for cases of advanced glaucoma and also offers minimally invasive glaucoma surgery using modern and novel implants for appropriate patients. Dr Nguyen also performs conventional laser treatment for several types of glaucoma and undertakes complex cataract surgery where this has occurred secondary to glaucomatous disease.
A/Prof Chandra Bala
Refractive, Cataract & Corneal Ophthalmology & Surgery
BSC(MED)(HONS I), MBBS(HONS I), PHD, FRANZCO
Associate Professor Chandra Bala from the University of Sydney with class 1 Honours and completed an additional eight years of research where he was awarded a Bachelor of Science (Med) with class 1 Honours. He then went on to complete ophthalmic training at the Sydney Eye Hospital and Westmead Hospital and has a PhD in Ophthalmology.
Associate Professor Bala has completed multiple fellowships under leading surgeons in Australia and throughout Europe, including a glaucoma fellowship with Associate Professor Paul Healy (Westmead Hospital, NSW), a cornea fellowship with Dr Gerrit Melles (Holland) and a refractive fellowship with Dr Ioannis Aslanides (Greece).
His work has been published in both national and international peer reviewed journals and he has won numerous awards at international conferences including Best Paper at ASCRS Boston 2014, Best Video at ASCRS San Diego 2019 and APACRS Kyoto 2019 and winner of the Michael Bluementhal Award at ESCRS Paris 2019.
RECENT PUBLICATIONS:
Novel Topical therapy for corneal blood staining
Chan, T., White, A., Meades, K. and Bala, C., Y. Clinical & Experimental Ophthalmology. Clinical Experimental Ophthalmology, 2017. 45(4): p. 416-418
Intereye comparison of femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery capsulotomy & manual capsulorhexis edge strength
Chan, T., U. Pattamatta, M., Butlin, K. Meades, and Bala,C. J Cataract Refract Surg, 2017. 43(4): p. 480-485
Transection and explantation of intraocular lenses using femtosecond lasers
Bala, C., Pattamatta, U., Chan, T., J. Shi, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg 2017. 43: 420-423
Intracameral antibiotic: the Vancomycin conundrum
C. Bala, Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology 2016. 44: 753-754
Intraocular lens fragmentation using femtosecond laser; an in-vitro study
Bala, C., J. Shi, and K. Meades, Translational Vision Science & Technology, 2015. 4(3): p. 1-8
Electron microscopy of laser capsulotomy edge: Interplatform comparison
Bala, C., Y. Xia, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg, 2014. 40(8): p. 1382-9.
Improvement in vision with inverted placement of an asymmetric refractive multifocal intraocular lens
Bala, C. and K. Meades, J of Cataract Refractive Surg, 2014. 40(5): p. 833-5.
Pedicle Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty performed using a new corneal punch
Bala,c published by Wolters Kluwer on behalf of ASCRS and ESCRS
PUBLISHED ON JOURNAL COVERS:
Intraocular Lens Fragmentation Using Femtosecond Laser (Best paper of session ASCRS March 2017)
Intereye Comparison of Femtosecond Laser-assisted Cataract Surgery Capsulotomy and Manual Capsulorhexis Edge Strength
MEDIA COVERAGE:
Studio10
Dr.Bala interviewed – What you need to know about sight loss
SBS – World News
The possibilities are endless – Professor Chandra Bala explores pioneering treatments (video and article)
SBS – World News Radio
Professor Chandra Bala eyes off new ways to save sight (audio and article)
Channel 7– Today Tonight
Eye Tattoo Risks
Channel 7 NEWS – Sydney
Macular Degeneration Treatment (video)
Eye World – Capsular strength femtosecond vs manual cataract surgery
Femtosecond vs Manual Cataract Surgery (video)
Eye World – Femtosecond technology cutting Intraocular iols
Femtosecond Laser Technology – Cutting Intraocular IOLs (video)
AWARDS:
3 awards from ASCRS (American) ESCRS (Europe) and APACRS (Asia):
Michael Blumenthal Award (37th Congress ESCRS)
ASCRS Film Festival Best of the Best Award – the DMEK Kite
APACRS Refractive and Cornea Film Festival – the DMEK Kite
Associate Professor Chandra Bala from the University of Sydney with class 1 Honours and completed an additional eight years of research where he was awarded a Bachelor of Science (Med) with class 1 Honours. He then went on to complete ophthalmic training at the Sydney Eye Hospital and Westmead Hospital and has a PhD in Ophthalmology.
Associate Professor Bala has completed multiple fellowships under leading surgeons in Australia and throughout Europe, including a glaucoma fellowship with Associate Professor Paul Healy (Westmead Hospital, NSW), a cornea fellowship with Dr Gerrit Melles (Holland) and a refractive fellowship with Dr Ioannis Aslanides (Greece).
His work has been published in both national and international peer reviewed journals and he has won numerous awards at international conferences including Best Paper at ASCRS Boston 2014, Best Video at ASCRS San Diego 2019 and APACRS Kyoto 2019 and winner of the Michael Bluementhal Award at ESCRS Paris 2019.
RECENT PUBLICATIONS:
Novel Topical therapy for corneal blood staining
Chan, T., White, A., Meades, K. and Bala, C., Y. Clinical & Experimental Ophthalmology. Clinical Experimental Ophthalmology, 2017. 45(4): p. 416-418
Intereye comparison of femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery capsulotomy & manual capsulorhexis edge strength
Chan, T., U. Pattamatta, M., Butlin, K. Meades, and Bala,C. J Cataract Refract Surg, 2017. 43(4): p. 480-485
Transection and explantation of intraocular lenses using femtosecond lasers
Bala, C., Pattamatta, U., Chan, T., J. Shi, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg 2017. 43: 420-423
Intracameral antibiotic: the Vancomycin conundrum
C. Bala, Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology 2016. 44: 753-754
Intraocular lens fragmentation using femtosecond laser; an in-vitro study
Bala, C., J. Shi, and K. Meades, Translational Vision Science & Technology, 2015. 4(3): p. 1-8
Electron microscopy of laser capsulotomy edge: Interplatform comparison
Bala, C., Y. Xia, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg, 2014. 40(8): p. 1382-9.
Improvement in vision with inverted placement of an asymmetric refractive multifocal intraocular lens
Bala, C. and K. Meades, J of Cataract Refractive Surg, 2014. 40(5): p. 833-5.
Pedicle Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty performed using a new corneal punch
Bala,c published by Wolters Kluwer on behalf of ASCRS and ESCRS
PUBLISHED ON JOURNAL COVERS:
Intraocular Lens Fragmentation Using Femtosecond Laser (Best paper of session ASCRS March 2017)
Intereye Comparison of Femtosecond Laser-assisted Cataract Surgery Capsulotomy and Manual Capsulorhexis Edge Strength
MEDIA COVERAGE:
Studio10
Dr.Bala interviewed – What you need to know about sight loss
SBS – World News
The possibilities are endless – Professor Chandra Bala explores pioneering treatments (video and article)
SBS – World News Radio
Professor Chandra Bala eyes off new ways to save sight (audio and article)
Channel 7– Today Tonight
Eye Tattoo Risks
Channel 7 NEWS – Sydney
Macular Degeneration Treatment (video)
Eye World – Capsular strength femtosecond vs manual cataract surgery
Femtosecond vs Manual Cataract Surgery (video)
Eye World – Femtosecond technology cutting Intraocular iols
Femtosecond Laser Technology – Cutting Intraocular IOLs (video)
AWARDS:
3 awards from ASCRS (American) ESCRS (Europe) and APACRS (Asia):
Michael Blumenthal Award (37th Congress ESCRS)
ASCRS Film Festival Best of the Best Award – the DMEK Kite
APACRS Refractive and Cornea Film Festival – the DMEK Kite
Associate Professor Chandra Bala is the Managing Director at personalEYES and subspecialises in Cataract, Cornea, Glaucoma and Refractive surgery.
He is a clinical associate professor at the Australian School of Advanced Medicine, Macquarie University, an examiner in the RANZCO Ophthalmology specialist training program and a clinical supervisor of medical, optometry and vision science students.
He is a clinical associate professor at the Australian School of Advanced Medicine, Macquarie University, an examiner in the RANZCO Ophthalmology specialist training program and a clinical supervisor of medical, optometry and vision science students.
Dr Angela Jennings
Medical Retina & Cataract Surgery
MBBS(HONS), BSC(MED), FRANZCO
A graduate of the University of New South Wales, Dr Jennings achieved academic distinction in being awarded the University Medal in Medicine. She was the recipient of numerous awards including the Medical Women’s Society of NSW Prize, the Wallace Worth Prize and the Combined Teaching Hospitals Senior Staff Prize.
She undertook her Ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital and Westmead Hospitals from 2001 to 2004, before completing a Medical Retinal Fellowship with Professor Paul Mitchell at Westmead Hospital in Sydney.
Dr Jennings was a treating investigator in two of the pivotal studies that introduced Lucentis and Eylea to clinical use - the Anchor trial and the VIEW-2 study. These medications are widely used to treat Age Related Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Eye Disease and Retinal Vein Occlusions. Dr Jennings continues to participate in clinical research as a Principal Investigator.
Dr Jennings has published articles in peer-reviewed scientific publications and regularly presents lectures on Macular Degeneration and other topics to Optometrists, General Practitioners and the general public.
A graduate of the University of New South Wales, Dr Jennings achieved academic distinction in being awarded the University Medal in Medicine. She was the recipient of numerous awards including the Medical Women’s Society of NSW Prize, the Wallace Worth Prize and the Combined Teaching Hospitals Senior Staff Prize.
She undertook her Ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital and Westmead Hospitals from 2001 to 2004, before completing a Medical Retinal Fellowship with Professor Paul Mitchell at Westmead Hospital in Sydney.
Dr Jennings was a treating investigator in two of the pivotal studies that introduced Lucentis and Eylea to clinical use - the Anchor trial and the VIEW-2 study. These medications are widely used to treat Age Related Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Eye Disease and Retinal Vein Occlusions. Dr Jennings continues to participate in clinical research as a Principal Investigator.
Dr Jennings has published articles in peer-reviewed scientific publications and regularly presents lectures on Macular Degeneration and other topics to Optometrists, General Practitioners and the general public.
She was a Visiting Medical Officer at Westmead Hospital for a decade, where she greatly enjoyed helping to train a new generation of Ophthalmologists.
Dr Jennings is an experienced cataract surgeon and conducts a Medical Retina and General Ophthalmology clinic at our Castle Hill, Parramatta Dubbo, Mudgee and City locations.
She is a member of The Australian and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists.
Dr Jennings is an experienced cataract surgeon and conducts a Medical Retina and General Ophthalmology clinic at our Castle Hill, Parramatta Dubbo, Mudgee and City locations.
She is a member of The Australian and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists.
Dr Richard Parker
Oculoplastic, Cataracts & General Surgery
August 2019 - January 2021 Mooresfield London UK
BMBS, MMED (OPHTHSC), BEHONS/BCOM, FRANZCO
Dr Parker completed his undergratuate studies in Sydney, followed by medical training at Flinders University, SA. He completed his general medical training at Liverpool Hospital, NSW. He completed ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital and then further training at Royal North Shore Hospital and Westmead Hospital. He completed his fellowship in oculoplastic surgery at the world-renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, UK.
He holds a Masters of Medicine (Ophthalmic Science) from the University of Sydney and now is a clinical lecturer in this program. He is active in clinical research and has published in peer-reviewed journals. He has been actively involved in the training of upcoming surgeons in Australia and the UK.
Memberships / Associations
Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists
Dr Parker completed his undergratuate studies in Sydney, followed by medical training at Flinders University, SA. He completed his general medical training at Liverpool Hospital, NSW. He completed ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital and then further training at Royal North Shore Hospital and Westmead Hospital. He completed his fellowship in oculoplastic surgery at the world-renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, UK.
He holds a Masters of Medicine (Ophthalmic Science) from the University of Sydney and now is a clinical lecturer in this program. He is active in clinical research and has published in peer-reviewed journals. He has been actively involved in the training of upcoming surgeons in Australia and the UK.
Memberships / Associations
Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists
Dr Richard Parker is an ophthalmic and oculoplastic surgeon offering eyelid, lacrimal, orbital and cataract surgery as well as general ophthalmology.
Clinical Interests:
Eyelid surgery - eyelid malposition, ptosis, periocular skin cancer management, facial nerve palsy, blepharospasm and facial spasms
Lacrimal surgery - DCR surgery (external and endonasal) and related problems
Orbital surgery - thyroid eye disease, orbital inflammation, orbital lesions and surgery
Cataract surgery - routine and complex
General ophthalmic problems
Clinical Interests:
Eyelid surgery - eyelid malposition, ptosis, periocular skin cancer management, facial nerve palsy, blepharospasm and facial spasms
Lacrimal surgery - DCR surgery (external and endonasal) and related problems
Orbital surgery - thyroid eye disease, orbital inflammation, orbital lesions and surgery
Cataract surgery - routine and complex
General ophthalmic problems
Epping
Personal Eyes
Epping Eye Specialists, Level 2, Suite 203, 3 Carlingford Rd, Epping NSW 2121
02 9876 2444
GP's:
Dr Peter Asimakis
Cataract, Corneal & General Surgery
MBBS(SYD), FRACS, FRANZCO
Dr Peter Asimakis graduated from the University of Sydney in 1984. He spent his first three post-graduate years at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Sydney. Thereafter he worked as a GP whilst studying for entrance into his Ophthalmology training that commenced in 1990. He trained at the Sydney Eye Hospital from 1990 to 1994 gaining his basic Eye Surgical Degree. He then undertook advanced surgical training in corneal transplantation at Flinders University Medical Centre in Adelaide in 1994 and 1995 and further training in the United Kingdom in 1996.
Dr Peter Asimakis graduated from the University of Sydney in 1984. He spent his first three post-graduate years at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Sydney. Thereafter he worked as a GP whilst studying for entrance into his Ophthalmology training that commenced in 1990. He trained at the Sydney Eye Hospital from 1990 to 1994 gaining his basic Eye Surgical Degree. He then undertook advanced surgical training in corneal transplantation at Flinders University Medical Centre in Adelaide in 1994 and 1995 and further training in the United Kingdom in 1996.
Dr Asimakis undertook Fellowship in Refractive Surgery in Queensland. He commenced private practice in 1998 in Sydney and took on a teaching post at Westmead Hospital where he ran the Corneal Clinic from 1998 to 2007.
Dr Peter Asimakis is passionate about providing advanced Eye treatment for the people of rural NSW delivered through his country practices in Mudgee & Lake Macquarie. He currently specialises in Cataract Surgery.
Dr Peter Asimakis is passionate about providing advanced Eye treatment for the people of rural NSW delivered through his country practices in Mudgee & Lake Macquarie. He currently specialises in Cataract Surgery.
Hurstville
Cataract and Glaucoma Specialists
208/31 Dora Street Hurstville 2220
9570 1522
admin@maculaspecialists.com.au
GP's:
Dr Raj Chalasani
Cataract Surgery, Medical Retina
November, 2025
April 2010 - July 2012 UK
Born and raised in Sydney, Raj graduated from the University of NSW with First Class Honours in Medicine
Following his internship and junior medical years at Concord Hospital in, Raj worked as a medical registrar at St-Vincent’s Hospital Sydney, and at Broken Hill Hospital and Shoalhaven District Memorial Hospital.
Raj did advanced specialist training in ophthalmology at two of Australia’s premier ophthalmic institutions – Sydney Eye Hospital and the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in Melbourne. He also completed a comprehensive fellowship in Medical Retina and Uveitis at Bristol Eye Hospital, one of the longest established and best known ophthalmic hospitals in the United Kingdom.
Following his internship and junior medical years at Concord Hospital in, Raj worked as a medical registrar at St-Vincent’s Hospital Sydney, and at Broken Hill Hospital and Shoalhaven District Memorial Hospital.
Raj did advanced specialist training in ophthalmology at two of Australia’s premier ophthalmic institutions – Sydney Eye Hospital and the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in Melbourne. He also completed a comprehensive fellowship in Medical Retina and Uveitis at Bristol Eye Hospital, one of the longest established and best known ophthalmic hospitals in the United Kingdom.
Raj is a Fellow of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists, a member of the Australian and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists, and a Staff Specialist at Westmead Hospital Sydney. He is an experienced cataract surgeon and experienced in the medical management of all aspects of retinal disease. He has been actively involved in a number of major international clinical trials researching diseases of the retina, a number of which have led to the approval of life changing medications. He is also committed to teaching, and contributes to the training of medical students, optometrists and general practitioners.
Raj’s major interests outside ophthalmology include cricket and indoor cricket, as well as following the Sydney Swans, Manly Sea Eagles, and NSW Waratahs. He has a keen interest in medical technology and completed a Masters in Biomedical Engineering degree through the University of NSW. Raj is a lifetime member of St John Ambulance Australia, and has been involved in the provision of first aid and medical services to numerous public events.
Raj’s major interests outside ophthalmology include cricket and indoor cricket, as well as following the Sydney Swans, Manly Sea Eagles, and NSW Waratahs. He has a keen interest in medical technology and completed a Masters in Biomedical Engineering degree through the University of NSW. Raj is a lifetime member of St John Ambulance Australia, and has been involved in the provision of first aid and medical services to numerous public events.
Hurstville
Sydney Eye Surgeons
Suite 12, Level 2, 33 MacMahon Street Hurstville
02 9579 4004
GP's:
Dr Alex Hamilton
Cataract, Medical Retina, Corneal & Refractive Surgery
Dr Hamilton completed his Ophthalmology training in Sydney. He then undertook two years of extra subspecialty training in the United Kingdom. At Manchester Royal Eye Hospital he completed a Corneal and Refractive Surgery Fellowship. He then completed a Medical Retina Fellowship at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London.
As a specialist corneal surgeon at Sydney Eye Hospital, Dr Hamilton trains Australian and international eye surgeons. Dr Hamilton is a clinical lecturer at The University of Sydney.
Alex is committed to improving the quality of eye health in Australia and internationally. He holds a Master of Public Health and worked internationally at the World Health Organisation in Geneva. Alex was previously a management consultant with the Boston Consulting Group in London.
As a specialist corneal surgeon at Sydney Eye Hospital, Dr Hamilton trains Australian and international eye surgeons. Dr Hamilton is a clinical lecturer at The University of Sydney.
Alex is committed to improving the quality of eye health in Australia and internationally. He holds a Master of Public Health and worked internationally at the World Health Organisation in Geneva. Alex was previously a management consultant with the Boston Consulting Group in London.
Dr Hamilton performs premium cataract surgery and laser eye surgery including LASIK. He manages all types of corneal diseases including Keratoconus and Fuchs’ Endothelial Dystrophy and performs corneal transplantation. He also specialises in retinal conditions such as macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease and retinal vein occlusions.
Dr Dov Hersh
Retina & General Ophthalmology
Dov achieved his medical degree with first class honours through the University of Sydney, he then went on to complete a Masters of Medicine in ophthalmology. Dov undertook specialist ophthalmology training through Sydney Eye Hospital and gained Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists. Following this he undertook a further 2.5 years of advanced sub-specialty training at two of Europe's premiere eye institutions, Bristol Eye Hospital and Moorfields Eye Hospital, London.
During his fellowships Dr Hersh trained with pioneers in the medical retina field and was appointed as an investigator in an array of multi-national clinical trials studying emerging treatments for retinal diseases.
Prior to his medical career Dov gained a Bachelor of Commerce degree at UNSW, majoring in Information Technology. As a medical student he established telemedicine projects in developing countries. In recognition of his efforts Dov was awarded semi-finalist for young Australian of the Year.
During his fellowships Dr Hersh trained with pioneers in the medical retina field and was appointed as an investigator in an array of multi-national clinical trials studying emerging treatments for retinal diseases.
Prior to his medical career Dov gained a Bachelor of Commerce degree at UNSW, majoring in Information Technology. As a medical student he established telemedicine projects in developing countries. In recognition of his efforts Dov was awarded semi-finalist for young Australian of the Year.
Dr Dov Hersh is an ophthalmologist with sub-specialty expertise in diseases of the retina. Dr Hersh has rare dual international post-graduate fellowship qualifications from world leading institutions and brings this expertise to his patients.
Dr Hersh has published multiple manuscripts in international peer reviewed journals and ensures to keeps up-to-date with the latest advances. As well as practicing general ophthalmology Dov is particularly interested in the management of retinal disorders including macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease and vein occlusions.
Dov is passionate about patient-centred care, good functional outcomes and quality of life for his patients.
Dr Hersh has published multiple manuscripts in international peer reviewed journals and ensures to keeps up-to-date with the latest advances. As well as practicing general ophthalmology Dov is particularly interested in the management of retinal disorders including macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease and vein occlusions.
Dov is passionate about patient-centred care, good functional outcomes and quality of life for his patients.
Dr Brighu Swamy
Cataract & Medical Retina
Dr Swamy graduated in medicine from the University of New South Wales with Honours, before completing both a Master of Medicine in Ophthalmic Science and a Master of Medicine with merit in Clinical Epidemiology at the University of Sydney. He undertook ophthalmology training at The Sydney Eye Hospital. Dr Swamy subsequently completed the Medical Retina and Uveitis fellowship at the prestigious Moorfields Eye Hospital in London.
He was a co-author of the Eye Emergency Manual, which has been distributed across all the hospitals in New South Wales. He has numerous publications in major international ophthalmology journals and is a reviewer for the RANZCO college journal. He regularly attends international meetings to keep up to date with developments in Medical Retina.
He has been involved in a number of international clinical trials investigating the latest treatments for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and uveitis and is able to bring this knowledge to his patients.
He was a co-author of the Eye Emergency Manual, which has been distributed across all the hospitals in New South Wales. He has numerous publications in major international ophthalmology journals and is a reviewer for the RANZCO college journal. He regularly attends international meetings to keep up to date with developments in Medical Retina.
He has been involved in a number of international clinical trials investigating the latest treatments for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and uveitis and is able to bring this knowledge to his patients.
Dr Brighu Swamy is a medical retina and macula subspecialist. His expertise is in the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients with retinal conditions. His particular interests are macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and vein occlusions.
He is a clinical lecturer at the University of Sydney and a Visiting Medical Officer at Bankstown Hospital where he is involved in teaching and supervising the registrars.
He is a clinical lecturer at the University of Sydney and a Visiting Medical Officer at Bankstown Hospital where he is involved in teaching and supervising the registrars.
Dr Robert McDonald
Corneal, Cataract & Refractive Surgery
BSc (Hons) BMed (Hons) MPH FRANZCO
Dr Robert McDonald graduated with honours in both Medicine and Science and was made a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists in 2011.
In 2012 he undertook postgraduate training in oculoplastics and anterior segment surgery at St Thomas’ hospital London, after which he moved to the renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital to further his training in corneal and refractive surgery.
He has published papers in a number of international journals, including studies into the long-term stability of refractive surgery and the treatment of keratoconus.
Dr Robert McDonald graduated with honours in both Medicine and Science and was made a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists in 2011.
In 2012 he undertook postgraduate training in oculoplastics and anterior segment surgery at St Thomas’ hospital London, after which he moved to the renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital to further his training in corneal and refractive surgery.
He has published papers in a number of international journals, including studies into the long-term stability of refractive surgery and the treatment of keratoconus.
Dr McDonald holds a public hospital appointment at Sydney Eye Hospital, where he both consults and operates. He also holds academic appointments at both Sydney University and the University of Notre Dame.
Dr McDonald enjoys the diversity of maintaining a general ophthalmic practice and has broad surgical expertise. He is skilled in corneal and anterior segment surgery, but has a particular interest in cataract surgery, refractive surgery and corneal transplantation.
Dr McDonald enjoys the diversity of maintaining a general ophthalmic practice and has broad surgical expertise. He is skilled in corneal and anterior segment surgery, but has a particular interest in cataract surgery, refractive surgery and corneal transplantation.
A/Prof Mitchell Lawlor
Glaucoma & Cataract Surgery
BMed MMed(OphthSci) FRANZCO PhD
After 4 years of general ophthalmology training in Sydney, he spent a further 3 years in London completing dual fellowships in surgical glaucoma and neuro-ophthalmology at Moorfields Eye Hospital. This work included the surgical management of some of the most complex glaucoma cases from across the United Kingdom and Europe.
Dr Lawlor has a PhD in bioethics from the University of Sydney where he remains a clinical academic. He has an active research program including peer reviewed grant funding and numerous publications of primary research.
After 4 years of general ophthalmology training in Sydney, he spent a further 3 years in London completing dual fellowships in surgical glaucoma and neuro-ophthalmology at Moorfields Eye Hospital. This work included the surgical management of some of the most complex glaucoma cases from across the United Kingdom and Europe.
Dr Lawlor has a PhD in bioethics from the University of Sydney where he remains a clinical academic. He has an active research program including peer reviewed grant funding and numerous publications of primary research.
He works as a Consultant Ophthalmologist at Sydney Eye, Royal Prince Alfred and Liverpool Hospitals, where he is heavily involved in training the next generation of eye surgeons.
Dr Lawlor is able to provide advice on all aspects of glaucoma diagnosis and management, and he performs all forms of glaucoma laser and surgery. This includes cataract surgery for closed angle glaucoma, “cataract plus” procedures to reduce dependence on eye drops for glaucoma, trabeculectomy filtration surgery, and tube shunt surgery. His particular areas of interest are normal tension glaucoma, and the surgical management of complex secondary glaucomas.
Dr Lawlor is able to provide advice on all aspects of glaucoma diagnosis and management, and he performs all forms of glaucoma laser and surgery. This includes cataract surgery for closed angle glaucoma, “cataract plus” procedures to reduce dependence on eye drops for glaucoma, trabeculectomy filtration surgery, and tube shunt surgery. His particular areas of interest are normal tension glaucoma, and the surgical management of complex secondary glaucomas.
Dr John Leaney
Glaucoma, Neuro-Ophthalmology, Cataract
MBBS BEng(Chem)(Hons) PhD FRANZCO
Dr Leaney undertook his medical training at Sydney University followed by internship and residency at Prince of Wales Hospital. This was followed by a PhD looking at early detection of glaucoma using electrical impulses from the brain at Macquarie University under Professor Stuart Graham.
Dr Leaney commenced Ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital in 2012, completing training in 2016. He then undertook a neuro-ophthalmology fellowship at the prestigious Moorfields Eye Hospital where he was involved in research dealing with the differentiation of glaucoma from other optic nerve diseases.
Following this he spent a year at Addenbrookes Hospital under the tutelage of Professor Keith Martin. The fellowship involved the treatment of both medical and surgical glaucoma with a focus on inflammatory causes of glaucomatous disease. During his time at Addenbrookes he was also an investigator a multi-national trial looking at implantable long term glaucoma treatment.
John is an Honorary Associate at the University of Sydney and has published in many journals including IOVS, Ophthalmology and Current Eye Research. He is currently involved in a multi-centre trial investigating the requirements for neuro-imaging in different types of optic nerve diseases.
Dr Leaney undertook his medical training at Sydney University followed by internship and residency at Prince of Wales Hospital. This was followed by a PhD looking at early detection of glaucoma using electrical impulses from the brain at Macquarie University under Professor Stuart Graham.
Dr Leaney commenced Ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital in 2012, completing training in 2016. He then undertook a neuro-ophthalmology fellowship at the prestigious Moorfields Eye Hospital where he was involved in research dealing with the differentiation of glaucoma from other optic nerve diseases.
Following this he spent a year at Addenbrookes Hospital under the tutelage of Professor Keith Martin. The fellowship involved the treatment of both medical and surgical glaucoma with a focus on inflammatory causes of glaucomatous disease. During his time at Addenbrookes he was also an investigator a multi-national trial looking at implantable long term glaucoma treatment.
John is an Honorary Associate at the University of Sydney and has published in many journals including IOVS, Ophthalmology and Current Eye Research. He is currently involved in a multi-centre trial investigating the requirements for neuro-imaging in different types of optic nerve diseases.
Dr Leaney is a dual fellowship trained Ophthalmologist specialising in glaucoma and neuro-ophthalmology. He performs cataract and glaucoma surgery with experience in a wide range of glaucoma surgical treatments including trabeculectomy, Baerveldt tube insertion and Xen implantation.
Dr Ian Dinihan
General Ophthalmology
MBBS FRANZCO FRACS
After completing a Pharmacy Degree Dr Ian Dinihan graduated with Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from Otago University (NZ) in 1979.
Registrar training was initially in New Zealand and then at Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney with Professor Fred Hollows.
After completing a Pharmacy Degree Dr Ian Dinihan graduated with Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from Otago University (NZ) in 1979.
Registrar training was initially in New Zealand and then at Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney with Professor Fred Hollows.
Dr Dinihan commenced private practice in 1990 in Hurstville. He continued training in Medical Retina at a well known medical retina practice in Sydney.
Dr Dinihan was a Vising Medical Officer at St George Hospital Eye Clinic for 22 years, the last 10 years at Sydney Eye Hospital involved in clinical practice and registrar teaching.
Dr Dinihan has an interest in general ophthalmology including cataract surgery,pterygium surgery,lid surgery and a special interest in the diagnosis & treatment of medical retina conditions. Cataract surgery is performed at Kogarah Private Hospital.
Dr Dinihan operates under the Gap Cover Scheme.
Dr Dinihan was a Vising Medical Officer at St George Hospital Eye Clinic for 22 years, the last 10 years at Sydney Eye Hospital involved in clinical practice and registrar teaching.
Dr Dinihan has an interest in general ophthalmology including cataract surgery,pterygium surgery,lid surgery and a special interest in the diagnosis & treatment of medical retina conditions. Cataract surgery is performed at Kogarah Private Hospital.
Dr Dinihan operates under the Gap Cover Scheme.
Dr Dorian Sharota
General Ophthalmology
MBBS FRANZCO FRACS
Dr Dorian Sharota graduated in Medicine at the University of New South Wales in 1972 and completed his specialist training in Ophthalmology at Prince of Wales Hospital under Professor Fred Hollows in 1979.
Dorian has been a supervisor of registrar training at both St George and Sydney Eye Hospitals and has been involved in teaching medical students and trainee Eye Specialists for many years.
He is a member of a number of ophthalmic societies in Australia, USA and Europe.
Dr Dorian Sharota graduated in Medicine at the University of New South Wales in 1972 and completed his specialist training in Ophthalmology at Prince of Wales Hospital under Professor Fred Hollows in 1979.
Dorian has been a supervisor of registrar training at both St George and Sydney Eye Hospitals and has been involved in teaching medical students and trainee Eye Specialists for many years.
He is a member of a number of ophthalmic societies in Australia, USA and Europe.
Dr Sharota has been in private practice in the Hurstville area as a respected general ophthalmologist for over 30 years.
Dr Sharota was a Consultant Ophthalmologist at St George Hospital where he pioneered phacoemulsification in cataract surgery and was in charge of the neonatal intensive care ophthalmology screening program. He was Head of Department in Ophthalmology for 15 years and was also a Visiting Medical Officer at Sydney Eye Hospital.
He has worked in a voluntary capacity for the Fred Hollows Foundation training ophthalmologists in cataract surgery in Vietnam.
Dr Sharota was a Consultant Ophthalmologist at St George Hospital where he pioneered phacoemulsification in cataract surgery and was in charge of the neonatal intensive care ophthalmology screening program. He was Head of Department in Ophthalmology for 15 years and was also a Visiting Medical Officer at Sydney Eye Hospital.
He has worked in a voluntary capacity for the Fred Hollows Foundation training ophthalmologists in cataract surgery in Vietnam.
Dr Diana Farlow
General Ophthalmology
BSc(Med) MBBS (Hons.I) FRANZCO
Dr Diana Farlow graduated from the University of Sydney in 1985 with a Bachelor of Medicine and a Bachelor of Surgery with First Class Honours. She also has a Bachelor of Science (Medical) with Distinction, in which she completed a Thesis in Neurophysiology.
Dr Farlow underwent her ophthalmology training with Professor Fred Hollows at the Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney and was awarded the Diploma of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) in 1993.
Dr Farlow is a member of the NSW Branch of RANZCO and is on the federal Council of RANZCO. She has been a member of the Australian Medical Association for over 30 years and is a Board Director of Guide Dog NSW/ACT’s Centre For Eye Health.
Dr Diana Farlow graduated from the University of Sydney in 1985 with a Bachelor of Medicine and a Bachelor of Surgery with First Class Honours. She also has a Bachelor of Science (Medical) with Distinction, in which she completed a Thesis in Neurophysiology.
Dr Farlow underwent her ophthalmology training with Professor Fred Hollows at the Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney and was awarded the Diploma of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) in 1993.
Dr Farlow is a member of the NSW Branch of RANZCO and is on the federal Council of RANZCO. She has been a member of the Australian Medical Association for over 30 years and is a Board Director of Guide Dog NSW/ACT’s Centre For Eye Health.
Dr Farlow worked briefly as a staff specialist at the Prince of Wales Hospital before entering private practice. She has been in the Hurstville area for over 25 years
Dr Germain Gock
General Ophthalmology
MBBS FRANZCO FRCS (Edin)
Dr Germaine Gock graduated from the University of Sydney with Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery(Honours). She was awarded the Robert Craig Prize in Surgery as an undergraduate.
Dr Gock completed Basic ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital. This was followed by further Advanced surgical training in the UK. She completed a Fellowship in General Ophthalmology in Plymouth, Devon, obtained extensive experience in Medical Retina in Birmingham, UK and completed a Fellowship in Oculoplastic surgery in Oxford, UK. She was awarded Fellowship of the Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists in 2000. She was also awarded Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in 2000 (by examination).
Dr Germaine Gock graduated from the University of Sydney with Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery(Honours). She was awarded the Robert Craig Prize in Surgery as an undergraduate.
Dr Gock completed Basic ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital. This was followed by further Advanced surgical training in the UK. She completed a Fellowship in General Ophthalmology in Plymouth, Devon, obtained extensive experience in Medical Retina in Birmingham, UK and completed a Fellowship in Oculoplastic surgery in Oxford, UK. She was awarded Fellowship of the Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists in 2000. She was also awarded Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in 2000 (by examination).
Dr Gock returned to Sydney in 2002. She has had Public hospital appointments at Bathurst Base Hospital and Lithgow Hospital but is currently consulting only in private practice in Sydney and Penrith.
Kogarah
Southern Ophthalmology
Suite 2A, Level 2, 4 Belgrave Street Kogarah NSW 2217
95878585
GP's:
Dr Alan Flax
Refractive Cataract Surgery, Diabetic Eye Disease, Comprehensive Ophthalmology, Glaucoma
Dr Alan Flax
Refractive Cataract Surgery, Diabetic Eye Disease, Comprehensive Ophthalmology, Glaucoma
Medical graduate of the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa and has a Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree from the Graduate School of Business, University of Cape Town
Prior to specialising in Ophthalmology at the Department of Ophthalmology, University of NSW at Prince of Wales, St George and Sutherland Hospitals, Dr Flax held numerous senior management positions in public and private hospitals in South Africa and Australia.
Dr Robert Chong
Medical Retina, Comprehensive Ophthalmology, Cataract Surgery
Dr Chong completed Ophthalmology Specialist training at Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney. Thereafter, he completed two years of Medical Retina training at Moorfields Eye Hospital, London and Southwest Eye Hospital, Chongqing, China. Both Fellowships were supported by prestigious scholarships from the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmology (RANZCO) and the Department of Education, Science and Training
Dr Chong is a Clinical Lecturer with the Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney. He runs a busy Medical Retina Clinic at Sydney Eye Hospital where he teaches Retinal Fellows, Ophthalmology trainees or registrars and medical students. In conjunction with Associate Professor I-Van Ho, Dr Chong also runs the weekly Retinal Journal Club at Sydney Eye Hospital. He is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmology ( RANZCO) and a member of both the Australian and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists (ANZSRS) and the American Society of Retinal Specialists (ASRS). Dr Chong has been an investigator for a number of cutting-edge interventional clinical trials.
Dr Harry Leung
Paediatric Ophthalmology, Adult Strabismus, Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Dr. Leung graduated in Medicine with first class honours at the University of Sydney. After completing Specialist Ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital, he undertook further fellowship training at Cheltenham General Hospital, United Kingdom with a special focus in adult cataract and strabismus surgery.
Dr. Leung finally went on to pursue a sub-specialty fellowship in strabismus at Moorfield's Eye Hospital in London, where he was trained by some of the world leading figures in the field of adult and paediatric strabismus surgery.
Dr. Leung received dual scholarships from Sydney Eye Hospital Alumni Association and the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) for his fellowship training.
Dr. Leung finally went on to pursue a sub-specialty fellowship in strabismus at Moorfield's Eye Hospital in London, where he was trained by some of the world leading figures in the field of adult and paediatric strabismus surgery.
Dr. Leung received dual scholarships from Sydney Eye Hospital Alumni Association and the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) for his fellowship training.
Dr Harry Leung is a Consultant Ophthalmologist at The Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick and is a Clinical Lecturer at the University of Sydney.
Dr Armand Borovik
Refractive Cataract Surgery, Laser Refractive Surgery, Corneal Issues, Pterygium Surgery
Dr Armand Borovik
Refractive Cataract Surgery, Laser Refractive Surgery, Corneal Issues, Pterygium Surgery
Dr Borovik undertook Ophthalmology training at Prince of Wales Hospital. In his final year he acted as the Professorial Senior registrar. He completed a further 2-year subspecialty fellowship program at the University of Toronto, Canada under world renowned surgeon Dr David Rootman. Here he gained experience in all aspects of corneal surgery including minimally invasive partial thickness transplantation techniques as well as insertion of artificial corneas. He also gained extensive refractive surgical expertise.
Private Consulting Rooms, POWH/Sydney Eye Hospital
Dr Jenny Ip
Medical Retina, Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Dr Jenny Ip is a medical graduate of the University of Sydney. She completed her specialist ophthalmology training at the Sydney Eye Hospital, and later fellowship training specialising in medical retina at Westmead Hospital, Sydney
Private Consulting Rooms
Dr Katherine Masselos
Glaucoma, Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Dr Katherine Masselos is a glaucoma subspecialist. After completing a Bachelor of Optometry degree from the University of NSW, she went on to study medicine at Sydney University, graduating with honours. Her ophthalmology training was at the Prince of Wales Hospital, with her final year as the Professorial Senior Registrar.
Dr Masselos went on to sub-specialty glaucoma training at Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, in the United Kingdom. Here she gained expertise in glaucoma filtration and tube surgery as well as exposure to minimally invasive glaucoma surgery. During her fellowship she was an investigator in an international trial of microstents for the treatment of glaucoma.
Dr Masselos went on to sub-specialty glaucoma training at Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, in the United Kingdom. Here she gained expertise in glaucoma filtration and tube surgery as well as exposure to minimally invasive glaucoma surgery. During her fellowship she was an investigator in an international trial of microstents for the treatment of glaucoma.
Private Consulting Rooms, POWH/Sydney Eye Hospital
Dr Cheryl Au
Medical Retina, Cataract Surgery, Comprehensive Ophthalmology
BMedSci, MPH, MBBS (Hon I), FRANZCO
Dr Au underwent specialist ophthalmology training in the Sydney Eye Hospital Network where she gained experience in both general ophthalmology and various subspecialites.
Dr Au completed her Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (Honours I) and Master of Public Health at the University of Sydney.
She was awarded the University of Sydney Undergraduate Scholarship for Outstanding Achievement and was placed on the Dean’s Honour list for Excellence in Academic Performance.
She also received the Dr H G Chapman Prize and the Dr CharloCe Last Memorial Scholarship for her Honours thesis, and completed a Diploma in Primary Care Ophthalmology at the University of Edinburgh.
Dr Au has published several research papers in peer-reviewed journals and has presented her research at various national and international conferences. She is actively involved in research at St Vincent’s Hospital, where she is undertaking research on age-related macular degeneration based on the Sarks’ clinicopathological archive, the world’s largest collection of clinically annotated eyes.
Dr Au is also a clinical associate lecturer at the Save Sight Institute, Sydney Medical School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, and an adjunct lecturer at the University of Notre Dame.
In addition to clinical practice, research and teaching, Dr Au is a member of the RANZCO NSW Branch executive commitee, serving as the secretary. She is also one of the organisers for the RANZCO NSW Branch Annual Scientific Meeting in 2023.
Dr Au underwent specialist ophthalmology training in the Sydney Eye Hospital Network where she gained experience in both general ophthalmology and various subspecialites.
Dr Au completed her Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (Honours I) and Master of Public Health at the University of Sydney.
She was awarded the University of Sydney Undergraduate Scholarship for Outstanding Achievement and was placed on the Dean’s Honour list for Excellence in Academic Performance.
She also received the Dr H G Chapman Prize and the Dr CharloCe Last Memorial Scholarship for her Honours thesis, and completed a Diploma in Primary Care Ophthalmology at the University of Edinburgh.
Dr Au has published several research papers in peer-reviewed journals and has presented her research at various national and international conferences. She is actively involved in research at St Vincent’s Hospital, where she is undertaking research on age-related macular degeneration based on the Sarks’ clinicopathological archive, the world’s largest collection of clinically annotated eyes.
Dr Au is also a clinical associate lecturer at the Save Sight Institute, Sydney Medical School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, and an adjunct lecturer at the University of Notre Dame.
In addition to clinical practice, research and teaching, Dr Au is a member of the RANZCO NSW Branch executive commitee, serving as the secretary. She is also one of the organisers for the RANZCO NSW Branch Annual Scientific Meeting in 2023.
Dr Cheryl Au is a comprehensive ophthalmologist and cataract surgeon, who subspecialises in medical retina. She specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusions and other macular and retinal conditions.
She is an experienced cataract surgeon and has supervised cataract surgery as the Professorial Senior Registrar and as an accredited EyeSi supervisor. She completed her medical retina fellowship at Westmead Hospital under the supervision of Professor Paul Mitchell.
Dr Au is passionate about providing high quality care and ensuring the best holistic outcome for her patients.
She is also fluent in Cantonese and basic Mandarin.
She is an experienced cataract surgeon and has supervised cataract surgery as the Professorial Senior Registrar and as an accredited EyeSi supervisor. She completed her medical retina fellowship at Westmead Hospital under the supervision of Professor Paul Mitchell.
Dr Au is passionate about providing high quality care and ensuring the best holistic outcome for her patients.
She is also fluent in Cantonese and basic Mandarin.
Liverpool
Focus Radiology
2/279 Macquarie St
(02) 8859 9423
liverpool@focusrad.com.au
GP's:
Dr Cathy Nicholas
Radiologist
* Dr Nicholas completed Medicine at the University of Adelaide, and completed her intern year at the Royal Adelaide Hospital.
* Following her intern year she moved to London for three years, working at Hammersmith Hospital, and did physician training and FRACP exams part one and part two in London.
* She returned to Adelaide to commence radiology at the Royal Adelaide Hospital in 2005, and completed radiology training in 2010 at St Vincents Hospital in Sydney, including a fifth year there, and then a training year in MRI following that.
* Following her intern year she moved to London for three years, working at Hammersmith Hospital, and did physician training and FRACP exams part one and part two in London.
* She returned to Adelaide to commence radiology at the Royal Adelaide Hospital in 2005, and completed radiology training in 2010 at St Vincents Hospital in Sydney, including a fifth year there, and then a training year in MRI following that.
* She has been working as a consultant since 2011 & enjoys all areas of radiology, particularly ultrasound and CT guided interventions.
Liverpool
Personal Eyes
Moore St Corporate Centre, Suite 301/13-15 Moore St, Liverpool NSW 2170
02 83769250
GP's:
Dr Siddalingeswara Orekondy
General Ophthalmology
MBBS (MYSORE INDIA), DO (DUBLIN) DO (LONDON), FRANZCO
Dr Sid Orekondy completed his medical degree in the University of Mysore, India. Dr Sid subsequently was trained in ophthalmology in the Royal Preston Hospital UK, Neath and Brigend Hospital in South Wales UK and Sunderland Eye Infirmary UK.
He has been an active member of the community with several achievement under his name. Dr Sid has received the Lifetime Achievement Award by the NSW Government in 2010 for his contribution in recognition of an individual’s outstanding leadership and contribution to the Indian community.
Dr Sid has two of his papers published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology and Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology.
Dr Sid is now involved in general assessment of ophthalmic patients and strives to provide the best care for his patients.
Dr Sid Orekondy completed his medical degree in the University of Mysore, India. Dr Sid subsequently was trained in ophthalmology in the Royal Preston Hospital UK, Neath and Brigend Hospital in South Wales UK and Sunderland Eye Infirmary UK.
He has been an active member of the community with several achievement under his name. Dr Sid has received the Lifetime Achievement Award by the NSW Government in 2010 for his contribution in recognition of an individual’s outstanding leadership and contribution to the Indian community.
Dr Sid has two of his papers published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology and Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology.
Dr Sid is now involved in general assessment of ophthalmic patients and strives to provide the best care for his patients.
He commenced his private practice in 1997 in Sydney.
His passion in eye care has allowed him to be involved with Eye Camps in India and Fiji.
He now practices in Parramatta and Liverpool NSW.
His passion in eye care has allowed him to be involved with Eye Camps in India and Fiji.
He now practices in Parramatta and Liverpool NSW.
Dr Michael Wei
Medical Retina, Cataract & General Surgery
BSC(MED)(HONS I), BHB, MBCHB(HONS), MMED, FRANZCO
Dr Michael Wei graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from The University of Auckland in New Zealand. This was followed by a Masters of Ophthalmic Science at The University of Sydney. He then went on to complete specialist Ophthalmology training at the prestigious Sydney Eye Hospital Network with further training as a Senior Registrar at Royal North Shore Hospital with focus in retina, glaucoma and complex cataract surgery.
Dr Wei has published papers in international peer-review journals and has presented at local and international scientific meetings. He has been active in teaching and training of ophthalmology registrars, medical students and optometrists.
Dr Wei is a Fellow of Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) and a member of Australia and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists (ANZSRS) and Australia Medical Association (AMA).
Dr Michael Wei graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from The University of Auckland in New Zealand. This was followed by a Masters of Ophthalmic Science at The University of Sydney. He then went on to complete specialist Ophthalmology training at the prestigious Sydney Eye Hospital Network with further training as a Senior Registrar at Royal North Shore Hospital with focus in retina, glaucoma and complex cataract surgery.
Dr Wei has published papers in international peer-review journals and has presented at local and international scientific meetings. He has been active in teaching and training of ophthalmology registrars, medical students and optometrists.
Dr Wei is a Fellow of Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) and a member of Australia and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists (ANZSRS) and Australia Medical Association (AMA).
On completion of specialist ophthalmology training, Dr Wei undertook one year of medical retina fellowship under the stewardship of Professor Paul Mitchell at Westmead hospital. Here, he gained expertise in the treatment of retinal and macular disorders including age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular occlusions and other macular diseases. He also gained extensive proficiencies in performing all forms of retinal lasers and intravitreal injections. During this time, he was involved in numerous international clinical trials as a sub-investigator in new therapies for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal vascular occlusion.
Subsequently, Dr Wei underwent one year of vitreoretinal fellowship at St Michael’s Hospital, University of Toronto, in Toronto Canada. This is the busiest retinal unit in Canada, there he gained extensive experience in the management of difficult and complex vitreoretinal conditions. In particular, he became adept in minimally invasive treatment of retinal detachments with pneumatic retinopexy. Dr Wei also acquired competencies in performing eye surgeries using the latest 3D heads-up visualisation system with Alcon Ngenuity and Zeiss Artevo 800 technologies.
Subsequently, Dr Wei underwent one year of vitreoretinal fellowship at St Michael’s Hospital, University of Toronto, in Toronto Canada. This is the busiest retinal unit in Canada, there he gained extensive experience in the management of difficult and complex vitreoretinal conditions. In particular, he became adept in minimally invasive treatment of retinal detachments with pneumatic retinopexy. Dr Wei also acquired competencies in performing eye surgeries using the latest 3D heads-up visualisation system with Alcon Ngenuity and Zeiss Artevo 800 technologies.
A/Prof Chandra Bala
Refractive, Cataract & Corneal Ophthalmology & Surgery
BSC(MED)(HONS I), MBBS(HONS I), PHD, FRANZCO
Associate Professor Chandra Bala from the University of Sydney with class 1 Honours and completed an additional eight years of research where he was awarded a Bachelor of Science (Med) with class 1 Honours. He then went on to complete ophthalmic training at the Sydney Eye Hospital and Westmead Hospital and has a PhD in Ophthalmology.
Associate Professor Bala has completed multiple fellowships under leading surgeons in Australia and throughout Europe, including a glaucoma fellowship with Associate Professor Paul Healy (Westmead Hospital, NSW), a cornea fellowship with Dr Gerrit Melles (Holland) and a refractive fellowship with Dr Ioannis Aslanides (Greece).
His work has been published in both national and international peer reviewed journals and he has won numerous awards at international conferences including Best Paper at ASCRS Boston 2014, Best Video at ASCRS San Diego 2019 and APACRS Kyoto 2019 and winner of the Michael Bluementhal Award at ESCRS Paris 2019.
RECENT PUBLICATIONS:
Novel Topical therapy for corneal blood staining
Chan, T., White, A., Meades, K. and Bala, C., Y. Clinical & Experimental Ophthalmology. Clinical Experimental Ophthalmology, 2017. 45(4): p. 416-418
Intereye comparison of femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery capsulotomy & manual capsulorhexis edge strength
Chan, T., U. Pattamatta, M., Butlin, K. Meades, and Bala,C. J Cataract Refract Surg, 2017. 43(4): p. 480-485
Transection and explantation of intraocular lenses using femtosecond lasers
Bala, C., Pattamatta, U., Chan, T., J. Shi, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg 2017. 43: 420-423
Intracameral antibiotic: the Vancomycin conundrum
C. Bala, Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology 2016. 44: 753-754
Intraocular lens fragmentation using femtosecond laser; an in-vitro study
Bala, C., J. Shi, and K. Meades, Translational Vision Science & Technology, 2015. 4(3): p. 1-8
Electron microscopy of laser capsulotomy edge: Interplatform comparison
Bala, C., Y. Xia, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg, 2014. 40(8): p. 1382-9.
Improvement in vision with inverted placement of an asymmetric refractive multifocal intraocular lens
Bala, C. and K. Meades, J of Cataract Refractive Surg, 2014. 40(5): p. 833-5.
Pedicle Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty performed using a new corneal punch
Bala,c published by Wolters Kluwer on behalf of ASCRS and ESCRS
PUBLISHED ON JOURNAL COVERS:
Intraocular Lens Fragmentation Using Femtosecond Laser (Best paper of session ASCRS March 2017)
Intereye Comparison of Femtosecond Laser-assisted Cataract Surgery Capsulotomy and Manual Capsulorhexis Edge Strength
MEDIA COVERAGE:
Studio10
Dr.Bala interviewed – What you need to know about sight loss
SBS – World News
The possibilities are endless – Professor Chandra Bala explores pioneering treatments (video and article)
SBS – World News Radio
Professor Chandra Bala eyes off new ways to save sight (audio and article)
Channel 7– Today Tonight
Eye Tattoo Risks
Channel 7 NEWS – Sydney
Macular Degeneration Treatment (video)
Eye World – Capsular strength femtosecond vs manual cataract surgery
Femtosecond vs Manual Cataract Surgery (video)
Eye World – Femtosecond technology cutting Intraocular iols
Femtosecond Laser Technology – Cutting Intraocular IOLs (video)
AWARDS:
3 awards from ASCRS (American) ESCRS (Europe) and APACRS (Asia):
Michael Blumenthal Award (37th Congress ESCRS)
ASCRS Film Festival Best of the Best Award – the DMEK Kite
APACRS Refractive and Cornea Film Festival – the DMEK Kite
Associate Professor Chandra Bala from the University of Sydney with class 1 Honours and completed an additional eight years of research where he was awarded a Bachelor of Science (Med) with class 1 Honours. He then went on to complete ophthalmic training at the Sydney Eye Hospital and Westmead Hospital and has a PhD in Ophthalmology.
Associate Professor Bala has completed multiple fellowships under leading surgeons in Australia and throughout Europe, including a glaucoma fellowship with Associate Professor Paul Healy (Westmead Hospital, NSW), a cornea fellowship with Dr Gerrit Melles (Holland) and a refractive fellowship with Dr Ioannis Aslanides (Greece).
His work has been published in both national and international peer reviewed journals and he has won numerous awards at international conferences including Best Paper at ASCRS Boston 2014, Best Video at ASCRS San Diego 2019 and APACRS Kyoto 2019 and winner of the Michael Bluementhal Award at ESCRS Paris 2019.
RECENT PUBLICATIONS:
Novel Topical therapy for corneal blood staining
Chan, T., White, A., Meades, K. and Bala, C., Y. Clinical & Experimental Ophthalmology. Clinical Experimental Ophthalmology, 2017. 45(4): p. 416-418
Intereye comparison of femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery capsulotomy & manual capsulorhexis edge strength
Chan, T., U. Pattamatta, M., Butlin, K. Meades, and Bala,C. J Cataract Refract Surg, 2017. 43(4): p. 480-485
Transection and explantation of intraocular lenses using femtosecond lasers
Bala, C., Pattamatta, U., Chan, T., J. Shi, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg 2017. 43: 420-423
Intracameral antibiotic: the Vancomycin conundrum
C. Bala, Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology 2016. 44: 753-754
Intraocular lens fragmentation using femtosecond laser; an in-vitro study
Bala, C., J. Shi, and K. Meades, Translational Vision Science & Technology, 2015. 4(3): p. 1-8
Electron microscopy of laser capsulotomy edge: Interplatform comparison
Bala, C., Y. Xia, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg, 2014. 40(8): p. 1382-9.
Improvement in vision with inverted placement of an asymmetric refractive multifocal intraocular lens
Bala, C. and K. Meades, J of Cataract Refractive Surg, 2014. 40(5): p. 833-5.
Pedicle Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty performed using a new corneal punch
Bala,c published by Wolters Kluwer on behalf of ASCRS and ESCRS
PUBLISHED ON JOURNAL COVERS:
Intraocular Lens Fragmentation Using Femtosecond Laser (Best paper of session ASCRS March 2017)
Intereye Comparison of Femtosecond Laser-assisted Cataract Surgery Capsulotomy and Manual Capsulorhexis Edge Strength
MEDIA COVERAGE:
Studio10
Dr.Bala interviewed – What you need to know about sight loss
SBS – World News
The possibilities are endless – Professor Chandra Bala explores pioneering treatments (video and article)
SBS – World News Radio
Professor Chandra Bala eyes off new ways to save sight (audio and article)
Channel 7– Today Tonight
Eye Tattoo Risks
Channel 7 NEWS – Sydney
Macular Degeneration Treatment (video)
Eye World – Capsular strength femtosecond vs manual cataract surgery
Femtosecond vs Manual Cataract Surgery (video)
Eye World – Femtosecond technology cutting Intraocular iols
Femtosecond Laser Technology – Cutting Intraocular IOLs (video)
AWARDS:
3 awards from ASCRS (American) ESCRS (Europe) and APACRS (Asia):
Michael Blumenthal Award (37th Congress ESCRS)
ASCRS Film Festival Best of the Best Award – the DMEK Kite
APACRS Refractive and Cornea Film Festival – the DMEK Kite
Associate Professor Chandra Bala is the Managing Director at personalEYES and subspecialises in Cataract, Cornea, Glaucoma and Refractive surgery.
He is a clinical associate professor at the Australian School of Advanced Medicine, Macquarie University, an examiner in the RANZCO Ophthalmology specialist training program and a clinical supervisor of medical, optometry and vision science students.
He is a clinical associate professor at the Australian School of Advanced Medicine, Macquarie University, an examiner in the RANZCO Ophthalmology specialist training program and a clinical supervisor of medical, optometry and vision science students.
Dr Freny Kalapesi
Oculoplastic, Cataract & General Ophthalmology
BSC(MED)MBBS PHD, FRANZCO, ANZOPRS, AAFPS
Dr Kalapesi undertook resident work at Westmead and Prince of Wales Hospitals in Sydney. She achieved a Doctor of Philosophy, PhD (2002-2007), at UNSW in basic laboratory ophthalmic research. Freny trained as an Ophthalmology Registrar (2005-2010) based mainly at Prince Of Wales Hospital, Randwick with some rotational work in and around Sydney.
She then undertook two years of further fellowship experience in the United Kingdom. Her first fellowship was at the Royal United Hospital, Bath in General Ophthalmology with experience in Cataract, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, strabismus, paediatrics but with a special interest and weekly surgical lists in Oculoplastics.
After this Dr Kalapesi took on her second fellowship at the Bristol Eye Hospital, as the Oculoplastics and Orbital fellow. During this year, she gained vast surgical experience in lid, lacrimal and orbital conditions with five theatre sessions per week. She was an investigator for the CIRTED Trial investigating the role of immunosuppression and radiotherapy in thyroid eye disease. She also hosted weekly multidisciplinary orbital meetings.
She has published 14 articles on various topics in ophthalmology.
Dr Kalapesi undertook resident work at Westmead and Prince of Wales Hospitals in Sydney. She achieved a Doctor of Philosophy, PhD (2002-2007), at UNSW in basic laboratory ophthalmic research. Freny trained as an Ophthalmology Registrar (2005-2010) based mainly at Prince Of Wales Hospital, Randwick with some rotational work in and around Sydney.
She then undertook two years of further fellowship experience in the United Kingdom. Her first fellowship was at the Royal United Hospital, Bath in General Ophthalmology with experience in Cataract, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, strabismus, paediatrics but with a special interest and weekly surgical lists in Oculoplastics.
After this Dr Kalapesi took on her second fellowship at the Bristol Eye Hospital, as the Oculoplastics and Orbital fellow. During this year, she gained vast surgical experience in lid, lacrimal and orbital conditions with five theatre sessions per week. She was an investigator for the CIRTED Trial investigating the role of immunosuppression and radiotherapy in thyroid eye disease. She also hosted weekly multidisciplinary orbital meetings.
She has published 14 articles on various topics in ophthalmology.
Dr Kalapesi is a Staff Specialist Ophthalmologist at Westmead public Hospital and practices in our Sydney CBD, Epping and Burwood rooms.
Treatment Options
Cataract surgery (Including choice of lifestyle intraocular lens)
Anophthalmos and socket management
Blepharoplasty
Blow-Out Fractures
Botulinum toxin A (Botox) Services
Medicare PBS blepharospasm and Hemifacial spasm
Wrinkle treatment/Chemical brow lifts
Brow Lifts
Ectropion
Entropion
Eyelid Lesion Removal
General ophthalmology- Glaucoma management, diabetic retinal management, CASA reviews, treatment for macular degeneration and vein occlusions
Lacrimal Procedures including DCR surg
Orbital Tumour and inflammatory disease management
Ptosis
Skin Cancers
Thyroid Eye Disease
Treatment Options
Cataract surgery (Including choice of lifestyle intraocular lens)
Anophthalmos and socket management
Blepharoplasty
Blow-Out Fractures
Botulinum toxin A (Botox) Services
Medicare PBS blepharospasm and Hemifacial spasm
Wrinkle treatment/Chemical brow lifts
Brow Lifts
Ectropion
Entropion
Eyelid Lesion Removal
General ophthalmology- Glaucoma management, diabetic retinal management, CASA reviews, treatment for macular degeneration and vein occlusions
Lacrimal Procedures including DCR surg
Orbital Tumour and inflammatory disease management
Ptosis
Skin Cancers
Thyroid Eye Disease
Maitland
Newcastle Eye Centre
Suite14a, 173 Chisholm Road, East Maitland 2323
02 4929 5969
GP's:
Dr Eugene Hollenbach
Cataract, Oculoplastics, Cosmetic facial surgery, Medical retina
November, 2001
January 1999 to September 1999 - Queens Square Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, London.
October 1999 to October 2000 - Fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery, medical retina and diabetic retinopathy at Western Eye Hospital Marylebone and Hammersmith Hospital London.
October 2000 to October 2001 - Fellowship in oculoplastics, orbital surgery, lacrimal surgery and facial cosmetic surgery at Western Eye Hospital, Marylebone and Charing Cross Hospital, London.
January 1996 to January 1999 - Ophthalmology Fellowship training through Australian New Zealand College of Ophthalmology based at Sydney Eye Hospital.
October 1999 to October 2000 - Fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery, medical retina and diabetic retinopathy at Western Eye Hospital Marylebone and Hammersmith Hospital London.
October 2000 to October 2001 - Fellowship in oculoplastics, orbital surgery, lacrimal surgery and facial cosmetic surgery at Western Eye Hospital, Marylebone and Charing Cross Hospital, London.
January 1996 to January 1999 - Ophthalmology Fellowship training through Australian New Zealand College of Ophthalmology based at Sydney Eye Hospital.
Medical degree completed in 1984
Extensive training in neonatal paediatrics including emergency air flight retrieval of sick neonates around Victoria based at Royal Women's Hospital, Melbourne and Mercy Maternity Hospital, Melbourne from 1987 - 1994.
Extensive training in neonatal paediatrics including emergency air flight retrieval of sick neonates around Victoria based at Royal Women's Hospital, Melbourne and Mercy Maternity Hospital, Melbourne from 1987 - 1994.
Dr Hollenbach has fellowships in -
1. oculoplastics.
2. neuro-ophthalmology
3. medical and surgical retina.
Dr Hollenbach is the principal of the practice and has done well over twenty thousand cataract operations and operates private at both Lingard Hospital and Maitland Private Hospital and publicly at Kurri Kurri Hospital where he always maintains a very short waiting list, meaning patients do not have to wait long for cataract surgery. New Eye Vision is a separate entity run through New Eye Centre based for patients with cataracts who are non insured, but wish to have their surgery done privately. We are able to offer this surgery at a discounted rate compared to having the surgery in any normal private facility for non insured patients.
Dr Hollenbach has done many thousands of eyelid procedures including ectropion, entropion repair, ptosis surgery, blepharoplasty, brow lifts and other cosmetic procedures such as cheek lifts and has extensive experience in peri-ocular cancer treatment, especially for BCC's and SCC's. He has also had extensive experience in orbital surgery and welcomes patients who have any orbital masses or diseases for review.
The last part of oculoplastics is the lacrimal system where Dr Hollenbach performs dacryocystorhinostomies, both externally and endonasally and also treats patients with recalcitrant blepharitis and dry eye with modalities such as IPL.
In the field of retina, Dr Hollenbach has extensive experience in treating patients with macular degeneration where he performs, not only intravitreal injections, but also offers 2RT sub thermal laser to try and slow progression of patients with macular drusen. He has had extensive treatment with diabetes and offers state of the art treatment for his diabetic patients which he attempts to see on a regular basis for many years to try and slow the progression of maculopathy using a combination of sub thermal laser and intravitreal therapies as part of the diagnostic treatment of macular diseases and also neuro-ophthalmology. Dr Hollenbach has a full suite of optic nerve diagnostic equipment including OCT, fluorescein angiography, ICG, electrophysiology and micro-perimetry. Patients from Maitland are seen locally where there is a full suite of diagnostic and treatment modalities meaning they do not have to travel and patients from Raymond Terrace can often have more extensive treatments done in Maitland, but intravitreal injections and OCT scanning as well as visual fields can all be done in Raymond Terrace.
Similarly field testing, OCT and intravitreal injections can be done in the Nelson Bay practice and so patients only need to travel down to Newcastle if they are having any more specific treatments.
1. oculoplastics.
2. neuro-ophthalmology
3. medical and surgical retina.
Dr Hollenbach is the principal of the practice and has done well over twenty thousand cataract operations and operates private at both Lingard Hospital and Maitland Private Hospital and publicly at Kurri Kurri Hospital where he always maintains a very short waiting list, meaning patients do not have to wait long for cataract surgery. New Eye Vision is a separate entity run through New Eye Centre based for patients with cataracts who are non insured, but wish to have their surgery done privately. We are able to offer this surgery at a discounted rate compared to having the surgery in any normal private facility for non insured patients.
Dr Hollenbach has done many thousands of eyelid procedures including ectropion, entropion repair, ptosis surgery, blepharoplasty, brow lifts and other cosmetic procedures such as cheek lifts and has extensive experience in peri-ocular cancer treatment, especially for BCC's and SCC's. He has also had extensive experience in orbital surgery and welcomes patients who have any orbital masses or diseases for review.
The last part of oculoplastics is the lacrimal system where Dr Hollenbach performs dacryocystorhinostomies, both externally and endonasally and also treats patients with recalcitrant blepharitis and dry eye with modalities such as IPL.
In the field of retina, Dr Hollenbach has extensive experience in treating patients with macular degeneration where he performs, not only intravitreal injections, but also offers 2RT sub thermal laser to try and slow progression of patients with macular drusen. He has had extensive treatment with diabetes and offers state of the art treatment for his diabetic patients which he attempts to see on a regular basis for many years to try and slow the progression of maculopathy using a combination of sub thermal laser and intravitreal therapies as part of the diagnostic treatment of macular diseases and also neuro-ophthalmology. Dr Hollenbach has a full suite of optic nerve diagnostic equipment including OCT, fluorescein angiography, ICG, electrophysiology and micro-perimetry. Patients from Maitland are seen locally where there is a full suite of diagnostic and treatment modalities meaning they do not have to travel and patients from Raymond Terrace can often have more extensive treatments done in Maitland, but intravitreal injections and OCT scanning as well as visual fields can all be done in Raymond Terrace.
Similarly field testing, OCT and intravitreal injections can be done in the Nelson Bay practice and so patients only need to travel down to Newcastle if they are having any more specific treatments.
Dr A. Gittos
Cataract, Oculoplastics, Lacrimal Surgery, Ocular Oncology & General Ophthalmology
Dr A. Gittos
Cataract, Oculoplastics, Lacrimal Surgery, Ocular Oncology & General Ophthalmology
June, 2016
Jan 1997 - May 2016 United Kingdom
Qualified in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Auckland School of Medicine, New Zealand. (MBChB)
Specialist training in Ophthalmology with the Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO).
Subspecialist training in Oculoplastic and Lacrimal Surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London & in Ocular Oncology at Moorfields Eye Hospital London, St. Barts Hospital London, and at St Pauls Eye Unit Liverpool
Specialist training in Ophthalmology with the Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO).
Subspecialist training in Oculoplastic and Lacrimal Surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London & in Ocular Oncology at Moorfields Eye Hospital London, St. Barts Hospital London, and at St Pauls Eye Unit Liverpool
On completing four years training in Ophthalmology with RANZCO I moved to the United Kingdom to complete further subspecialty training in Oculoplastic Surgery, and subsequently Ocular Oncology, at Moorfields Eye Hospital London.
In total I worked at Moorfields Eye Hospital for seven years, of which two years were in Oculoplastic, Orbital and Lacrimal surgery, and a further three years in Ocular Oncology. Throughout this period I trained directly under several internationally acclaimed specialists in their field, including Professor JRO Collin, Mr G Rose and Mr A Tyers in Oculoplastic and Lacrimal Surgery, and Mr JL Hungerford in Ocular Oncology. Several periods intervening between these appointments were spent further expanding my experience in other departments at Moorfields, including Medical Retina, Uveitis, Glaucoma and Cataract Surgery.
I was also appointed to Moorfields as a locum Consultant Oculoplastic Surgeon for a fixed period of one year, during which time I managed patients referred from other ophthalmologists, and oculoplastic surgeons, from throughout the United Kingdom.
Following my time in London I moved to Liverpool for an additional six months working with Professor B Damato in Ocular Oncology at the St Paul's Eye Unit.
From 2004 to 2016 I worked full time as a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon in the public sector in the south of England. Over this period I amassed considerable experience and expertise in cataract surgery, medical and surgical management of glaucoma, lacrimal surgery, and both cosmetic and reconstructive oculoplastic surgery to the eyelids and upper face.
As a fully trained Ocular Oncologist I have performed over two hundred radioactive plaque insertions for ocular melanoma and several hundred enucleations for melanoma and retinoblastoma. I have considerable experience in the management of ocular surface tumours including squamous neoplasia and conjunctival melanoma using surgery, radioactive plaque, and topical drop treatments. At the time London was one of the busiest centres in the world for the treatment of retinoblastoma and I gained considerable experience in the diagnosis and management of this rare condition.
As a subspecialist Oculoplastic Surgeon, I am specifically qualified in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the periocular region and upper face. I have considerable expertise and experience in the management of eyelid tumours, including eyelid reconstruction following tumour excision, using a wide range of techniques. I have experience and am specifically trained in both functional and cosmetic blepharoplasty, surgery for the correction of ptosis and eyelid malposition, as well as eyebrow surgery, and have considerable experience in surgery for disorders of the lacrimal drainage system.
Since 2016 I have been based in Newcastle at The Newcastle Eye Centre, also consulting at Raymond Terrace, Nelson Bay, and Maitland. I operate privately at Lingard Hospital in Newcastle and at East Maitland Private Hospital. I also hold a public appointment with the Hunter and New England Health Authority consulting at the John Hunter Hospital, and operating at Kurri Kurri Hospital.
In total I worked at Moorfields Eye Hospital for seven years, of which two years were in Oculoplastic, Orbital and Lacrimal surgery, and a further three years in Ocular Oncology. Throughout this period I trained directly under several internationally acclaimed specialists in their field, including Professor JRO Collin, Mr G Rose and Mr A Tyers in Oculoplastic and Lacrimal Surgery, and Mr JL Hungerford in Ocular Oncology. Several periods intervening between these appointments were spent further expanding my experience in other departments at Moorfields, including Medical Retina, Uveitis, Glaucoma and Cataract Surgery.
I was also appointed to Moorfields as a locum Consultant Oculoplastic Surgeon for a fixed period of one year, during which time I managed patients referred from other ophthalmologists, and oculoplastic surgeons, from throughout the United Kingdom.
Following my time in London I moved to Liverpool for an additional six months working with Professor B Damato in Ocular Oncology at the St Paul's Eye Unit.
From 2004 to 2016 I worked full time as a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon in the public sector in the south of England. Over this period I amassed considerable experience and expertise in cataract surgery, medical and surgical management of glaucoma, lacrimal surgery, and both cosmetic and reconstructive oculoplastic surgery to the eyelids and upper face.
As a fully trained Ocular Oncologist I have performed over two hundred radioactive plaque insertions for ocular melanoma and several hundred enucleations for melanoma and retinoblastoma. I have considerable experience in the management of ocular surface tumours including squamous neoplasia and conjunctival melanoma using surgery, radioactive plaque, and topical drop treatments. At the time London was one of the busiest centres in the world for the treatment of retinoblastoma and I gained considerable experience in the diagnosis and management of this rare condition.
As a subspecialist Oculoplastic Surgeon, I am specifically qualified in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the periocular region and upper face. I have considerable expertise and experience in the management of eyelid tumours, including eyelid reconstruction following tumour excision, using a wide range of techniques. I have experience and am specifically trained in both functional and cosmetic blepharoplasty, surgery for the correction of ptosis and eyelid malposition, as well as eyebrow surgery, and have considerable experience in surgery for disorders of the lacrimal drainage system.
Since 2016 I have been based in Newcastle at The Newcastle Eye Centre, also consulting at Raymond Terrace, Nelson Bay, and Maitland. I operate privately at Lingard Hospital in Newcastle and at East Maitland Private Hospital. I also hold a public appointment with the Hunter and New England Health Authority consulting at the John Hunter Hospital, and operating at Kurri Kurri Hospital.
Miranda
Cataract and Glaucoma Specialists
1/10 Central Road Miranda NSW 2228
9531 2951
admin@maculaspecialists.com.au
GP's:
Dr Raj Chalasani
Cataract Surgery, Medical Retina
November, 2025
April 2010 - July 2012 UK
Born and raised in Sydney, Raj graduated from the University of NSW with First Class Honours in Medicine
Following his internship and junior medical years at Concord Hospital in, Raj worked as a medical registrar at St-Vincent’s Hospital Sydney, and at Broken Hill Hospital and Shoalhaven District Memorial Hospital.
Raj did advanced specialist training in ophthalmology at two of Australia’s premier ophthalmic institutions – Sydney Eye Hospital and the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in Melbourne. He also completed a comprehensive fellowship in Medical Retina and Uveitis at Bristol Eye Hospital, one of the longest established and best known ophthalmic hospitals in the United Kingdom.
Following his internship and junior medical years at Concord Hospital in, Raj worked as a medical registrar at St-Vincent’s Hospital Sydney, and at Broken Hill Hospital and Shoalhaven District Memorial Hospital.
Raj did advanced specialist training in ophthalmology at two of Australia’s premier ophthalmic institutions – Sydney Eye Hospital and the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in Melbourne. He also completed a comprehensive fellowship in Medical Retina and Uveitis at Bristol Eye Hospital, one of the longest established and best known ophthalmic hospitals in the United Kingdom.
Raj is a Fellow of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists, a member of the Australian and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists, and a Staff Specialist at Westmead Hospital Sydney. He is an experienced cataract surgeon and experienced in the medical management of all aspects of retinal disease. He has been actively involved in a number of major international clinical trials researching diseases of the retina, a number of which have led to the approval of life changing medications. He is also committed to teaching, and contributes to the training of medical students, optometrists and general practitioners.
Raj’s major interests outside ophthalmology include cricket and indoor cricket, as well as following the Sydney Swans, Manly Sea Eagles, and NSW Waratahs. He has a keen interest in medical technology and completed a Masters in Biomedical Engineering degree through the University of NSW. Raj is a lifetime member of St John Ambulance Australia, and has been involved in the provision of first aid and medical services to numerous public events.
Raj’s major interests outside ophthalmology include cricket and indoor cricket, as well as following the Sydney Swans, Manly Sea Eagles, and NSW Waratahs. He has a keen interest in medical technology and completed a Masters in Biomedical Engineering degree through the University of NSW. Raj is a lifetime member of St John Ambulance Australia, and has been involved in the provision of first aid and medical services to numerous public events.
Miranda
Southern Ophthalmology
Suite 2, 32-36 Urunga Parade, Miranda NSW 2228
95241449
GP's:
Dr Alan Flax
Refractive Cataract Surgery, Diabetic Eye Disease, Comprehensive Ophthalmology, Glaucoma
Dr Alan Flax
Refractive Cataract Surgery, Diabetic Eye Disease, Comprehensive Ophthalmology, Glaucoma
Medical graduate of the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa and has a Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree from the Graduate School of Business, University of Cape Town
Prior to specialising in Ophthalmology at the Department of Ophthalmology, University of NSW at Prince of Wales, St George and Sutherland Hospitals, Dr Flax held numerous senior management positions in public and private hospitals in South Africa and Australia.
Dr Robert Chong
Medical Retina, Comprehensive Ophthalmology, Cataract Surgery
Dr Chong completed Ophthalmology Specialist training at Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney. Thereafter, he completed two years of Medical Retina training at Moorfields Eye Hospital, London and Southwest Eye Hospital, Chongqing, China. Both Fellowships were supported by prestigious scholarships from the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmology (RANZCO) and the Department of Education, Science and Training
Dr Chong is a Clinical Lecturer with the Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney. He runs a busy Medical Retina Clinic at Sydney Eye Hospital where he teaches Retinal Fellows, Ophthalmology trainees or registrars and medical students. In conjunction with Associate Professor I-Van Ho, Dr Chong also runs the weekly Retinal Journal Club at Sydney Eye Hospital. He is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmology ( RANZCO) and a member of both the Australian and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists (ANZSRS) and the American Society of Retinal Specialists (ASRS). Dr Chong has been an investigator for a number of cutting-edge interventional clinical trials.
Dr Harry Leung
Paediatric Ophthalmology, Adult Strabismus, Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Dr. Leung graduated in Medicine with first class honours at the University of Sydney. After completing Specialist Ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital, he undertook further fellowship training at Cheltenham General Hospital, United Kingdom with a special focus in adult cataract and strabismus surgery.
Dr. Leung finally went on to pursue a sub-specialty fellowship in strabismus at Moorfield's Eye Hospital in London, where he was trained by some of the world leading figures in the field of adult and paediatric strabismus surgery.
Dr. Leung received dual scholarships from Sydney Eye Hospital Alumni Association and the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) for his fellowship training.
Dr. Leung finally went on to pursue a sub-specialty fellowship in strabismus at Moorfield's Eye Hospital in London, where he was trained by some of the world leading figures in the field of adult and paediatric strabismus surgery.
Dr. Leung received dual scholarships from Sydney Eye Hospital Alumni Association and the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) for his fellowship training.
Dr Harry Leung is a Consultant Ophthalmologist at The Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick and is a Clinical Lecturer at the University of Sydney.
Dr Armand Borovik
Refractive Cataract Surgery, Laser Refractive Surgery, Corneal Issues, Pterygium Surgery
Dr Armand Borovik
Refractive Cataract Surgery, Laser Refractive Surgery, Corneal Issues, Pterygium Surgery
Dr Borovik undertook Ophthalmology training at Prince of Wales Hospital. In his final year he acted as the Professorial Senior registrar. He completed a further 2-year subspecialty fellowship program at the University of Toronto, Canada under world renowned surgeon Dr David Rootman. Here he gained experience in all aspects of corneal surgery including minimally invasive partial thickness transplantation techniques as well as insertion of artificial corneas. He also gained extensive refractive surgical expertise.
Private Consulting Rooms, POWH/Sydney Eye Hospital
Dr Jenny Ip
Medical Retina, Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Dr Jenny Ip is a medical graduate of the University of Sydney. She completed her specialist ophthalmology training at the Sydney Eye Hospital, and later fellowship training specialising in medical retina at Westmead Hospital, Sydney
Private Consulting Rooms
Dr Katherine Masselos
Glaucoma, Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Dr Katherine Masselos is a glaucoma subspecialist. After completing a Bachelor of Optometry degree from the University of NSW, she went on to study medicine at Sydney University, graduating with honours. Her ophthalmology training was at the Prince of Wales Hospital, with her final year as the Professorial Senior Registrar.
Dr Masselos went on to sub-specialty glaucoma training at Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, in the United Kingdom. Here she gained expertise in glaucoma filtration and tube surgery as well as exposure to minimally invasive glaucoma surgery. During her fellowship she was an investigator in an international trial of microstents for the treatment of glaucoma.
Dr Masselos went on to sub-specialty glaucoma training at Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, in the United Kingdom. Here she gained expertise in glaucoma filtration and tube surgery as well as exposure to minimally invasive glaucoma surgery. During her fellowship she was an investigator in an international trial of microstents for the treatment of glaucoma.
Private Consulting Rooms, POWH/Sydney Eye Hospital
Dr Parth Shah
Paediatric Ophthalmology, Comprehensive Ophthalmology, Adult Strabismus
Dr Shah trained at both the Prince of Wales Hospital and Sydney Children's Hospital in Randwick. He also completed two advanced subspecialty fellowships in paediatric ophthalmology, strabismus, and complex cataract surgery. In the UK's National Health Service, Dr Shah worked at the Birmingham Children's Hospital, Gloucestershire Hospitals, and Oxford University Hospitals. He later moved to the United States, to train under world leading ophthalmologist Professor Ken Nischal at the UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. At UPMC, Dr Shah became highly skilled at managing complex paediatric disorders – such as cataracts, congenital corneal opacity, glaucoma, and genetic eye diseases – as well as complex strabismus in children and adults, including adjustable suture surgery and muscle plication.
Private Consulting Rooms, Sutherland/Sydney Children's Hospital
Dr Cheryl Au
Medical Retina, Cataract Surgery, Comprehensive Ophthalmology
BMedSci, MPH, MBBS (Hon I), FRANZCO
Dr Au underwent specialist ophthalmology training in the Sydney Eye Hospital Network where she gained experience in both general ophthalmology and various subspecialites.
Dr Au completed her Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (Honours I) and Master of Public Health at the University of Sydney.
She was awarded the University of Sydney Undergraduate Scholarship for Outstanding Achievement and was placed on the Dean’s Honour list for Excellence in Academic Performance.
She also received the Dr H G Chapman Prize and the Dr CharloCe Last Memorial Scholarship for her Honours thesis, and completed a Diploma in Primary Care Ophthalmology at the University of Edinburgh.
Dr Au has published several research papers in peer-reviewed journals and has presented her research at various national and international conferences. She is actively involved in research at St Vincent’s Hospital, where she is undertaking research on age-related macular degeneration based on the Sarks’ clinicopathological archive, the world’s largest collection of clinically annotated eyes.
Dr Au is also a clinical associate lecturer at the Save Sight Institute, Sydney Medical School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, and an adjunct lecturer at the University of Notre Dame.
In addition to clinical practice, research and teaching, Dr Au is a member of the RANZCO NSW Branch executive commitee, serving as the secretary. She is also one of the organisers for the RANZCO NSW Branch Annual Scientific Meeting in 2023.
Dr Au underwent specialist ophthalmology training in the Sydney Eye Hospital Network where she gained experience in both general ophthalmology and various subspecialites.
Dr Au completed her Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (Honours I) and Master of Public Health at the University of Sydney.
She was awarded the University of Sydney Undergraduate Scholarship for Outstanding Achievement and was placed on the Dean’s Honour list for Excellence in Academic Performance.
She also received the Dr H G Chapman Prize and the Dr CharloCe Last Memorial Scholarship for her Honours thesis, and completed a Diploma in Primary Care Ophthalmology at the University of Edinburgh.
Dr Au has published several research papers in peer-reviewed journals and has presented her research at various national and international conferences. She is actively involved in research at St Vincent’s Hospital, where she is undertaking research on age-related macular degeneration based on the Sarks’ clinicopathological archive, the world’s largest collection of clinically annotated eyes.
Dr Au is also a clinical associate lecturer at the Save Sight Institute, Sydney Medical School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, and an adjunct lecturer at the University of Notre Dame.
In addition to clinical practice, research and teaching, Dr Au is a member of the RANZCO NSW Branch executive commitee, serving as the secretary. She is also one of the organisers for the RANZCO NSW Branch Annual Scientific Meeting in 2023.
Dr Cheryl Au is a comprehensive ophthalmologist and cataract surgeon, who subspecialises in medical retina. She specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusions and other macular and retinal conditions.
She is an experienced cataract surgeon and has supervised cataract surgery as the Professorial Senior Registrar and as an accredited EyeSi supervisor. She completed her medical retina fellowship at Westmead Hospital under the supervision of Professor Paul Mitchell.
Dr Au is passionate about providing high quality care and ensuring the best holistic outcome for her patients.
She is also fluent in Cantonese and basic Mandarin.
She is an experienced cataract surgeon and has supervised cataract surgery as the Professorial Senior Registrar and as an accredited EyeSi supervisor. She completed her medical retina fellowship at Westmead Hospital under the supervision of Professor Paul Mitchell.
Dr Au is passionate about providing high quality care and ensuring the best holistic outcome for her patients.
She is also fluent in Cantonese and basic Mandarin.
Miranda
Sydney Eye Surgeons
Suite 1, 20 - 24 Gibbs Street Miranda
02 9525 5190
GP's:
Dr Alex Hamilton
Cataract, Medical Retina, Corneal & Refractive Surgery
Dr Hamilton completed his Ophthalmology training in Sydney. He then undertook two years of extra subspecialty training in the United Kingdom. At Manchester Royal Eye Hospital he completed a Corneal and Refractive Surgery Fellowship. He then completed a Medical Retina Fellowship at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London.
As a specialist corneal surgeon at Sydney Eye Hospital, Dr Hamilton trains Australian and international eye surgeons. Dr Hamilton is a clinical lecturer at The University of Sydney.
Alex is committed to improving the quality of eye health in Australia and internationally. He holds a Master of Public Health and worked internationally at the World Health Organisation in Geneva. Alex was previously a management consultant with the Boston Consulting Group in London.
As a specialist corneal surgeon at Sydney Eye Hospital, Dr Hamilton trains Australian and international eye surgeons. Dr Hamilton is a clinical lecturer at The University of Sydney.
Alex is committed to improving the quality of eye health in Australia and internationally. He holds a Master of Public Health and worked internationally at the World Health Organisation in Geneva. Alex was previously a management consultant with the Boston Consulting Group in London.
Dr Hamilton performs premium cataract surgery and laser eye surgery including LASIK. He manages all types of corneal diseases including Keratoconus and Fuchs’ Endothelial Dystrophy and performs corneal transplantation. He also specialises in retinal conditions such as macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease and retinal vein occlusions.
Dr Dov Hersh
Retina & General Ophthalmology
Dov achieved his medical degree with first class honours through the University of Sydney, he then went on to complete a Masters of Medicine in ophthalmology. Dov undertook specialist ophthalmology training through Sydney Eye Hospital and gained Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists. Following this he undertook a further 2.5 years of advanced sub-specialty training at two of Europe's premiere eye institutions, Bristol Eye Hospital and Moorfields Eye Hospital, London.
During his fellowships Dr Hersh trained with pioneers in the medical retina field and was appointed as an investigator in an array of multi-national clinical trials studying emerging treatments for retinal diseases.
Prior to his medical career Dov gained a Bachelor of Commerce degree at UNSW, majoring in Information Technology. As a medical student he established telemedicine projects in developing countries. In recognition of his efforts Dov was awarded semi-finalist for young Australian of the Year.
During his fellowships Dr Hersh trained with pioneers in the medical retina field and was appointed as an investigator in an array of multi-national clinical trials studying emerging treatments for retinal diseases.
Prior to his medical career Dov gained a Bachelor of Commerce degree at UNSW, majoring in Information Technology. As a medical student he established telemedicine projects in developing countries. In recognition of his efforts Dov was awarded semi-finalist for young Australian of the Year.
Dr Dov Hersh is an ophthalmologist with sub-specialty expertise in diseases of the retina. Dr Hersh has rare dual international post-graduate fellowship qualifications from world leading institutions and brings this expertise to his patients.
Dr Hersh has published multiple manuscripts in international peer reviewed journals and ensures to keeps up-to-date with the latest advances. As well as practicing general ophthalmology Dov is particularly interested in the management of retinal disorders including macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease and vein occlusions.
Dov is passionate about patient-centred care, good functional outcomes and quality of life for his patients.
Dr Hersh has published multiple manuscripts in international peer reviewed journals and ensures to keeps up-to-date with the latest advances. As well as practicing general ophthalmology Dov is particularly interested in the management of retinal disorders including macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease and vein occlusions.
Dov is passionate about patient-centred care, good functional outcomes and quality of life for his patients.
Dr Brighu Swamy
Cataract & Medical Retina
Dr Swamy graduated in medicine from the University of New South Wales with Honours, before completing both a Master of Medicine in Ophthalmic Science and a Master of Medicine with merit in Clinical Epidemiology at the University of Sydney. He undertook ophthalmology training at The Sydney Eye Hospital. Dr Swamy subsequently completed the Medical Retina and Uveitis fellowship at the prestigious Moorfields Eye Hospital in London.
He was a co-author of the Eye Emergency Manual, which has been distributed across all the hospitals in New South Wales. He has numerous publications in major international ophthalmology journals and is a reviewer for the RANZCO college journal. He regularly attends international meetings to keep up to date with developments in Medical Retina.
He has been involved in a number of international clinical trials investigating the latest treatments for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and uveitis and is able to bring this knowledge to his patients.
He was a co-author of the Eye Emergency Manual, which has been distributed across all the hospitals in New South Wales. He has numerous publications in major international ophthalmology journals and is a reviewer for the RANZCO college journal. He regularly attends international meetings to keep up to date with developments in Medical Retina.
He has been involved in a number of international clinical trials investigating the latest treatments for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and uveitis and is able to bring this knowledge to his patients.
Dr Brighu Swamy is a medical retina and macula subspecialist. His expertise is in the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients with retinal conditions. His particular interests are macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and vein occlusions.
He is a clinical lecturer at the University of Sydney and a Visiting Medical Officer at Bankstown Hospital where he is involved in teaching and supervising the registrars.
He is a clinical lecturer at the University of Sydney and a Visiting Medical Officer at Bankstown Hospital where he is involved in teaching and supervising the registrars.
Dr Robert McDonald
Corneal, Cataract & Refractive Surgery
BSc (Hons) BMed (Hons) MPH FRANZCO
Dr Robert McDonald graduated with honours in both Medicine and Science and was made a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists in 2011.
In 2012 he undertook postgraduate training in oculoplastics and anterior segment surgery at St Thomas’ hospital London, after which he moved to the renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital to further his training in corneal and refractive surgery.
He has published papers in a number of international journals, including studies into the long-term stability of refractive surgery and the treatment of keratoconus.
Dr Robert McDonald graduated with honours in both Medicine and Science and was made a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists in 2011.
In 2012 he undertook postgraduate training in oculoplastics and anterior segment surgery at St Thomas’ hospital London, after which he moved to the renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital to further his training in corneal and refractive surgery.
He has published papers in a number of international journals, including studies into the long-term stability of refractive surgery and the treatment of keratoconus.
Dr McDonald holds a public hospital appointment at Sydney Eye Hospital, where he both consults and operates. He also holds academic appointments at both Sydney University and the University of Notre Dame.
Dr McDonald enjoys the diversity of maintaining a general ophthalmic practice and has broad surgical expertise. He is skilled in corneal and anterior segment surgery, but has a particular interest in cataract surgery, refractive surgery and corneal transplantation.
Dr McDonald enjoys the diversity of maintaining a general ophthalmic practice and has broad surgical expertise. He is skilled in corneal and anterior segment surgery, but has a particular interest in cataract surgery, refractive surgery and corneal transplantation.
A/Prof Mitchell Lawlor
Glaucoma & Cataract Surgery
BMed MMed(OphthSci) FRANZCO PhD
After 4 years of general ophthalmology training in Sydney, he spent a further 3 years in London completing dual fellowships in surgical glaucoma and neuro-ophthalmology at Moorfields Eye Hospital. This work included the surgical management of some of the most complex glaucoma cases from across the United Kingdom and Europe.
Dr Lawlor has a PhD in bioethics from the University of Sydney where he remains a clinical academic. He has an active research program including peer reviewed grant funding and numerous publications of primary research.
After 4 years of general ophthalmology training in Sydney, he spent a further 3 years in London completing dual fellowships in surgical glaucoma and neuro-ophthalmology at Moorfields Eye Hospital. This work included the surgical management of some of the most complex glaucoma cases from across the United Kingdom and Europe.
Dr Lawlor has a PhD in bioethics from the University of Sydney where he remains a clinical academic. He has an active research program including peer reviewed grant funding and numerous publications of primary research.
He works as a Consultant Ophthalmologist at Sydney Eye, Royal Prince Alfred and Liverpool Hospitals, where he is heavily involved in training the next generation of eye surgeons.
Dr Lawlor is able to provide advice on all aspects of glaucoma diagnosis and management, and he performs all forms of glaucoma laser and surgery. This includes cataract surgery for closed angle glaucoma, “cataract plus” procedures to reduce dependence on eye drops for glaucoma, trabeculectomy filtration surgery, and tube shunt surgery. His particular areas of interest are normal tension glaucoma, and the surgical management of complex secondary glaucomas.
Dr Lawlor is able to provide advice on all aspects of glaucoma diagnosis and management, and he performs all forms of glaucoma laser and surgery. This includes cataract surgery for closed angle glaucoma, “cataract plus” procedures to reduce dependence on eye drops for glaucoma, trabeculectomy filtration surgery, and tube shunt surgery. His particular areas of interest are normal tension glaucoma, and the surgical management of complex secondary glaucomas.
Dr John Leaney
Glaucoma, Neuro-Ophthalmology, Cataract
MBBS BEng(Chem)(Hons) PhD FRANZCO
Dr Leaney undertook his medical training at Sydney University followed by internship and residency at Prince of Wales Hospital. This was followed by a PhD looking at early detection of glaucoma using electrical impulses from the brain at Macquarie University under Professor Stuart Graham.
Dr Leaney commenced Ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital in 2012, completing training in 2016. He then undertook a neuro-ophthalmology fellowship at the prestigious Moorfields Eye Hospital where he was involved in research dealing with the differentiation of glaucoma from other optic nerve diseases.
Following this he spent a year at Addenbrookes Hospital under the tutelage of Professor Keith Martin. The fellowship involved the treatment of both medical and surgical glaucoma with a focus on inflammatory causes of glaucomatous disease. During his time at Addenbrookes he was also an investigator a multi-national trial looking at implantable long term glaucoma treatment.
John is an Honorary Associate at the University of Sydney and has published in many journals including IOVS, Ophthalmology and Current Eye Research. He is currently involved in a multi-centre trial investigating the requirements for neuro-imaging in different types of optic nerve diseases.
Dr Leaney undertook his medical training at Sydney University followed by internship and residency at Prince of Wales Hospital. This was followed by a PhD looking at early detection of glaucoma using electrical impulses from the brain at Macquarie University under Professor Stuart Graham.
Dr Leaney commenced Ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital in 2012, completing training in 2016. He then undertook a neuro-ophthalmology fellowship at the prestigious Moorfields Eye Hospital where he was involved in research dealing with the differentiation of glaucoma from other optic nerve diseases.
Following this he spent a year at Addenbrookes Hospital under the tutelage of Professor Keith Martin. The fellowship involved the treatment of both medical and surgical glaucoma with a focus on inflammatory causes of glaucomatous disease. During his time at Addenbrookes he was also an investigator a multi-national trial looking at implantable long term glaucoma treatment.
John is an Honorary Associate at the University of Sydney and has published in many journals including IOVS, Ophthalmology and Current Eye Research. He is currently involved in a multi-centre trial investigating the requirements for neuro-imaging in different types of optic nerve diseases.
Dr Leaney is a dual fellowship trained Ophthalmologist specialising in glaucoma and neuro-ophthalmology. He performs cataract and glaucoma surgery with experience in a wide range of glaucoma surgical treatments including trabeculectomy, Baerveldt tube insertion and Xen implantation.
Mudgee
GP's:
Dr Dan Polya
Vitreo-Retinal, Medical Retina & General Surgery
MBBS MPH FRCSC FRANZCO
Dr Polya graduated from the Melbourne University Medical School, and completed ophthalmology training at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in Melbourne. He completed a Master of Public Heath at the University of NSW with a thesis in Clinical Risk Management and Patient Safety.
Dr Polya completed the two year Michael Shae Fellowship in Diseases and Surgery of the Retina and Vitreous at St Michael’s Hospital, affiliated with the University of Toronto in Canada, where he was chief fellow of the Department of Ophthalmology. During this fellowship, at Canada’s busiest retinal service, he also received further subspecialist experience in uveitis and ocular oncology.
Dr Polya graduated from the Melbourne University Medical School, and completed ophthalmology training at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in Melbourne. He completed a Master of Public Heath at the University of NSW with a thesis in Clinical Risk Management and Patient Safety.
Dr Polya completed the two year Michael Shae Fellowship in Diseases and Surgery of the Retina and Vitreous at St Michael’s Hospital, affiliated with the University of Toronto in Canada, where he was chief fellow of the Department of Ophthalmology. During this fellowship, at Canada’s busiest retinal service, he also received further subspecialist experience in uveitis and ocular oncology.
Dr Polya commenced private practice as the only vitreoretinal surgeon in the province of New Brunswick, Canada in 2007 and was appointed as a clinical lecturer in the Department of Ophthalmology at Dalhousie University. He has performed thousands of surgeries for cataract and retinal disorders, and has performed many thousands of intravitreal injections and laser procedures. He has been involved in the teaching and training of ophthalmology residents, medical students, general practitioners, optometrists and optometry students.
Dr Polya as been involved in clinical trials for macular degeneration and has been active in research into diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusion, macular degeneration and sutureless vitrectomy surgery. He has authored and co-authored multiple published manuscripts in international journals and a book chapter on sutureless vitrectomy. He has presented at several international ophthalmic meetings, and has been an invited speaker at other professional meetings.
He is a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He is a member of the Australian and New Zealand Society of Retina Specialists, Oceania Retina Association, American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Retina Specialists, Canadian Ophthalmological Society, Canadian Retina Society, and Australian Medical Association.
His special clinical interests are in small-gauge vitrectomy surgery for retinal detachment, vitreous hemorrhage, macular hole and epiretinal membrane; and intravitreal and laser therapy for age related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal vascular occlusions.
Dr Polya as been involved in clinical trials for macular degeneration and has been active in research into diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusion, macular degeneration and sutureless vitrectomy surgery. He has authored and co-authored multiple published manuscripts in international journals and a book chapter on sutureless vitrectomy. He has presented at several international ophthalmic meetings, and has been an invited speaker at other professional meetings.
He is a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He is a member of the Australian and New Zealand Society of Retina Specialists, Oceania Retina Association, American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Retina Specialists, Canadian Ophthalmological Society, Canadian Retina Society, and Australian Medical Association.
His special clinical interests are in small-gauge vitrectomy surgery for retinal detachment, vitreous hemorrhage, macular hole and epiretinal membrane; and intravitreal and laser therapy for age related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal vascular occlusions.
Dr Peter Asimakis
Cataract, Corneal & General Surgery
MBBS(SYD), FRACS, FRANZCO
Dr Peter Asimakis graduated from the University of Sydney in 1984. He spent his first three post-graduate years at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Sydney. Thereafter he worked as a GP whilst studying for entrance into his Ophthalmology training that commenced in 1990. He trained at the Sydney Eye Hospital from 1990 to 1994 gaining his basic Eye Surgical Degree. He then undertook advanced surgical training in corneal transplantation at Flinders University Medical Centre in Adelaide in 1994 and 1995 and further training in the United Kingdom in 1996.
Dr Peter Asimakis graduated from the University of Sydney in 1984. He spent his first three post-graduate years at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Sydney. Thereafter he worked as a GP whilst studying for entrance into his Ophthalmology training that commenced in 1990. He trained at the Sydney Eye Hospital from 1990 to 1994 gaining his basic Eye Surgical Degree. He then undertook advanced surgical training in corneal transplantation at Flinders University Medical Centre in Adelaide in 1994 and 1995 and further training in the United Kingdom in 1996.
Dr Asimakis undertook Fellowship in Refractive Surgery in Queensland. He commenced private practice in 1998 in Sydney and took on a teaching post at Westmead Hospital where he ran the Corneal Clinic from 1998 to 2007.
Dr Peter Asimakis is passionate about providing advanced Eye treatment for the people of rural NSW delivered through his country practices in Mudgee & Lake Macquarie. He currently specialises in Cataract Surgery.
Dr Peter Asimakis is passionate about providing advanced Eye treatment for the people of rural NSW delivered through his country practices in Mudgee & Lake Macquarie. He currently specialises in Cataract Surgery.
Narellan
GP's:
Dr Michael Chilov
Medical Retina & Cataract
June 2010 - June 2011 Bristol UK
After completing a Bachelor of Optometry degree at UNSW, he went on to study Medicine at the University of Sydney.
His ophthalmology training was at Sydney Eye Hospital followed by sub-specialty fellowship training in medical retina and uveitis at Bristol Eye Hospital in the UK.
His ophthalmology training was at Sydney Eye Hospital followed by sub-specialty fellowship training in medical retina and uveitis at Bristol Eye Hospital in the UK.
Dr Michael Chilov is a medical retina subspecialist. His expertise is in the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients with retinal conditions. His particular interests are macula degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and vein occlusion.
Dr Chilov has been involved in a number of international clinical trials investigating the latest treatments for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and uveitis and is able to bring this knowledge to his patients.
Dr Chilov has written a number of peer reviewed publications and regularly peer reviews journal articles that have been submitted for publication.
Dr Chilov is a Consultant at Concord Hospital where he is involved in the training of ophthalmology specialists-in-training in the diagnosis and treatment of retinal conditions. He is a Clinical Associate Lecturer at the University of Sydney and Member of the Australian and New Zealand Society of Retina Specialists.
Dr Chilov places great importance on the patient doctor relationship, making sure he gives his patients and their families answers to their questions. He ensures that his patients have the latest information about their treatment options and collaborates with them to formulate a clear treatment plan.
Dr Chilov has been involved in a number of international clinical trials investigating the latest treatments for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and uveitis and is able to bring this knowledge to his patients.
Dr Chilov has written a number of peer reviewed publications and regularly peer reviews journal articles that have been submitted for publication.
Dr Chilov is a Consultant at Concord Hospital where he is involved in the training of ophthalmology specialists-in-training in the diagnosis and treatment of retinal conditions. He is a Clinical Associate Lecturer at the University of Sydney and Member of the Australian and New Zealand Society of Retina Specialists.
Dr Chilov places great importance on the patient doctor relationship, making sure he gives his patients and their families answers to their questions. He ensures that his patients have the latest information about their treatment options and collaborates with them to formulate a clear treatment plan.
Dr Nikhil Kumar
Corneal, Cataract, Refractive & Glaucoma Surgery
July, 2009
June 2008 - June 2009 Toronto Canada
Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists 2009
Cornea and Refractive Surgery Fellowship, University of Toronto 2009
Graduate Diploma in Cataract and Refractive Surgery, University of Sydney 2010
Master Of Public Health, University of New South Wales 2003
Bachelor of Medicine, University of Newcastle 1998
Dr Kumar graduated in Medicine from the University of Newcastle in 1998 and earned a Masters of Public Health degree from the University of New South Wales. He worked at the Sydney Retina Clinic with Dr Andrew Chang prior to completing his Ophthalmology Fellowship training at the Sydney Eye Hospital.
Thereafter, Dr Kumar was awarded the Sydney Eye Hospital Alumni Travelling Fellowship to pursue further training in Cornea and Refractive Surgery. This component of his training occurred under the guidance of Professors David Rootman and Allan Slomovic at the Toronto Western Hospital and the Yonge Eglinton Laser Centre at the University of Toronto in Canada.
Subsequently he has undertaken a Masters in Cataract and Refractive Surgery from the University of Sydney
Cornea and Refractive Surgery Fellowship, University of Toronto 2009
Graduate Diploma in Cataract and Refractive Surgery, University of Sydney 2010
Master Of Public Health, University of New South Wales 2003
Bachelor of Medicine, University of Newcastle 1998
Dr Kumar graduated in Medicine from the University of Newcastle in 1998 and earned a Masters of Public Health degree from the University of New South Wales. He worked at the Sydney Retina Clinic with Dr Andrew Chang prior to completing his Ophthalmology Fellowship training at the Sydney Eye Hospital.
Thereafter, Dr Kumar was awarded the Sydney Eye Hospital Alumni Travelling Fellowship to pursue further training in Cornea and Refractive Surgery. This component of his training occurred under the guidance of Professors David Rootman and Allan Slomovic at the Toronto Western Hospital and the Yonge Eglinton Laser Centre at the University of Toronto in Canada.
Subsequently he has undertaken a Masters in Cataract and Refractive Surgery from the University of Sydney
Medical Director and Principal Ophthalmic Surgeon, Vision Clinic Sydney 2013 -
Medical Director and Principal Ophthalmic Surgeon, Narellan Eye Specialists 2017 -
Cornea, Cataract and Refractive Visiting Medical Officer, Liverpool Public Hospital 2009 -
Dr Kumar is an Ophthalmic Surgeon with specific and extensive training in conventional and Laser Cataract Surgery, Laser Vision Correction, alternatives to laser surgery, Cornea Transplantation Surgery, the management of Keratoconus and Pterygium Surgery.
Dr Kumar is also committed to the management of glaucoma and retina conditions.Committed to education in the field of ophthalmology.
Dr. Kumar is a clinical senior lecturer at the Australian School of Advanced Medicine, Macquarie University.
Dr Kumar is a regular reviewer for articles submitted for publication in the Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the British Journal of Ophthalmology and Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. He has published numerous peer reviewed papers and book chapters involving his specialty interests.
Dr Kumar is a member of the Australian, American and European Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
Dr Kumar has extensive experience using the femtosecond laser to perform LASIK and cornea transplantations. Given this background, he was amongst the first surgeons in Australia to perform femtosecond laser assisted cataract surgery.
Dr. Kumar is committed to the preservation and improvement of quality of vision. He is dedicated to maintaining the highest standard of ophthalmic medical and surgical care.
Medical Director and Principal Ophthalmic Surgeon, Narellan Eye Specialists 2017 -
Cornea, Cataract and Refractive Visiting Medical Officer, Liverpool Public Hospital 2009 -
Dr Kumar is an Ophthalmic Surgeon with specific and extensive training in conventional and Laser Cataract Surgery, Laser Vision Correction, alternatives to laser surgery, Cornea Transplantation Surgery, the management of Keratoconus and Pterygium Surgery.
Dr Kumar is also committed to the management of glaucoma and retina conditions.Committed to education in the field of ophthalmology.
Dr. Kumar is a clinical senior lecturer at the Australian School of Advanced Medicine, Macquarie University.
Dr Kumar is a regular reviewer for articles submitted for publication in the Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the British Journal of Ophthalmology and Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. He has published numerous peer reviewed papers and book chapters involving his specialty interests.
Dr Kumar is a member of the Australian, American and European Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
Dr Kumar has extensive experience using the femtosecond laser to perform LASIK and cornea transplantations. Given this background, he was amongst the first surgeons in Australia to perform femtosecond laser assisted cataract surgery.
Dr. Kumar is committed to the preservation and improvement of quality of vision. He is dedicated to maintaining the highest standard of ophthalmic medical and surgical care.
Dr Michael Rossiter-Thornton
Cataract & Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Dr Rossiter-Thornton studied medicine at Sydney University, graduating with Honours, and subsequently attained two Masters degrees while acquiring extensive surgical and ophthalmic training.
Dr Rossiter-Thornton completed his ophthalmology training under the auspices of Sydney Eye Hospital, and has worked in many of the hospitals in Sydney, in addition to rural and remote locations in Australia such as the Northern Territory.
Dr Rossiter-Thornton completed his ophthalmology training under the auspices of Sydney Eye Hospital, and has worked in many of the hospitals in Sydney, in addition to rural and remote locations in Australia such as the Northern Territory.
Dr Rossiter-Thornton is a comprehensive ophthalmologist with expertise in the treatment of cataract, glaucoma. He is proficient in simple and complicated cataract surgery, and iStent insertion.
Dr Rossiter-Thornton also practices at Concord Repatriation General Hospital and Campbelltown Hospital, participates in aid programmes to south east Asia, and is actively involved with the college of ophthalmologists.
Dr Rossiter-Thornton also practices at Concord Repatriation General Hospital and Campbelltown Hospital, participates in aid programmes to south east Asia, and is actively involved with the college of ophthalmologists.
Dr Gregory Moloney
Cataract, Cornea & Oculoplastics
Vancouver Canada
Dr Moloney graduated with honours from UNSW medicine and went on to train as an ophthalmologist at Sydney Eye Hospital.
He completed fellowship training in both corneal and oculoplastic surgery at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada.
He completed fellowship training in both corneal and oculoplastic surgery at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada.
Dr Moloney was raised in Wagga Wagga, NSW. At the completion of his training he was invited to join faculty as Clinical Assistant Professor at the UBC Department of Visual Sciences. Since returning to Australia he continues to conduct research and teaching in his role as clinical lecturer at the University of Sydney, and corneal and oculoplastic staff specialist at Sydney Eye Hospital.
Dr Moloney is a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmology and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He has published numerous peer reviewed articles and presented at national and international meetings.
In 2012 he was awarded a Canadian national research award for his work on new techniques in corneal transplantation.
For three years in a row (2014, 15 and 16) he won first prize in the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery film festival (corneal and refractive section).
He was the first surgeon in Australia to perform a Boston Keratoprosthesis implantation (artificial cornea) and Osteo-odonto keratoprosthesis procedure (tooth in eye).
In 2018 he was the first Australian to be awarded the prestigious Troutman award from the World Cornea Society for best research publication by an author under 40.
Dr. Moloney is the convenor and lecturer at the Sydney Eye Hospital DMEK course designed to share and promote the latest techniques in corneal transplantation.
Dr Moloney's main areas of interest are complicated cataract surgery, corneal transplantation, eyelid, and lacrimal surgery.
His passion is finding new surgical procedures to help patients with corneal blindness, keratoconus, Fuchs' dystrophy, and lacrimal obstruction.
Dr Moloney is a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmology and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He has published numerous peer reviewed articles and presented at national and international meetings.
In 2012 he was awarded a Canadian national research award for his work on new techniques in corneal transplantation.
For three years in a row (2014, 15 and 16) he won first prize in the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery film festival (corneal and refractive section).
He was the first surgeon in Australia to perform a Boston Keratoprosthesis implantation (artificial cornea) and Osteo-odonto keratoprosthesis procedure (tooth in eye).
In 2018 he was the first Australian to be awarded the prestigious Troutman award from the World Cornea Society for best research publication by an author under 40.
Dr. Moloney is the convenor and lecturer at the Sydney Eye Hospital DMEK course designed to share and promote the latest techniques in corneal transplantation.
Dr Moloney's main areas of interest are complicated cataract surgery, corneal transplantation, eyelid, and lacrimal surgery.
His passion is finding new surgical procedures to help patients with corneal blindness, keratoconus, Fuchs' dystrophy, and lacrimal obstruction.
Dr Thushanthi Ramakrishnan
Medical Retina & Cataract
London UK
Dr Ramakrishnan completed her medical training and graduated with honours from Monash University in Melbourne. After completing a Masters of Medicine in Ophthalmic Sciences, she undertook her specialist ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital.
Dr Ramakrishnan is a medical retina specialist and cataract surgeon.
On completing her specialist training, Dr Ramakrishnan pursued her interest in remote and third world ophthalmology through the Fred Hollows Fellowship. She worked in remote indigenous communities in central Australia as well as in rural communities in Nepal and gained experience in managing complex cataracts and advanced diabetic eye disease.
Following this she undertook a Medical Retina Fellowship at the renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital in London where she specialised in diseases of the retina including age-related macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusions, anterior and posterior uveitis as well as genetic disorders of the eye. During her time at Moorfields Eye Hospital she was also involved in research focusing on the management of macular disorders.
Dr Ramakrishnan is committed to providing the highest quality of care through integrating a patient centred approach with evidence based practices.
On completing her specialist training, Dr Ramakrishnan pursued her interest in remote and third world ophthalmology through the Fred Hollows Fellowship. She worked in remote indigenous communities in central Australia as well as in rural communities in Nepal and gained experience in managing complex cataracts and advanced diabetic eye disease.
Following this she undertook a Medical Retina Fellowship at the renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital in London where she specialised in diseases of the retina including age-related macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusions, anterior and posterior uveitis as well as genetic disorders of the eye. During her time at Moorfields Eye Hospital she was also involved in research focusing on the management of macular disorders.
Dr Ramakrishnan is committed to providing the highest quality of care through integrating a patient centred approach with evidence based practices.
Dr Richard Parker
Oculoplastic, Cataracts & General Surgery
August 2019 - January 2021 Mooresfield London UK
BMBS, MMED (OPHTHSC), BEHONS/BCOM, FRANZCO
Dr Parker completed his undergratuate studies in Sydney, followed by medical training at Flinders University, SA. He completed his general medical training at Liverpool Hospital, NSW. He completed ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital and then further training at Royal North Shore Hospital and Westmead Hospital. He completed his fellowship in oculoplastic surgery at the world-renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, UK.
He holds a Masters of Medicine (Ophthalmic Science) from the University of Sydney and now is a clinical lecturer in this program. He is active in clinical research and has published in peer-reviewed journals. He has been actively involved in the training of upcoming surgeons in Australia and the UK.
Memberships / Associations
Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists
Dr Parker completed his undergratuate studies in Sydney, followed by medical training at Flinders University, SA. He completed his general medical training at Liverpool Hospital, NSW. He completed ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital and then further training at Royal North Shore Hospital and Westmead Hospital. He completed his fellowship in oculoplastic surgery at the world-renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, UK.
He holds a Masters of Medicine (Ophthalmic Science) from the University of Sydney and now is a clinical lecturer in this program. He is active in clinical research and has published in peer-reviewed journals. He has been actively involved in the training of upcoming surgeons in Australia and the UK.
Memberships / Associations
Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists
Dr Richard Parker is an ophthalmic and oculoplastic surgeon offering eyelid, lacrimal, orbital and cataract surgery as well as general ophthalmology.
Clinical Interests:
Eyelid surgery - eyelid malposition, ptosis, periocular skin cancer management, facial nerve palsy, blepharospasm and facial spasms
Lacrimal surgery - DCR surgery (external and endonasal) and related problems
Orbital surgery - thyroid eye disease, orbital inflammation, orbital lesions and surgery
Cataract surgery - routine and complex
General ophthalmic problems
Clinical Interests:
Eyelid surgery - eyelid malposition, ptosis, periocular skin cancer management, facial nerve palsy, blepharospasm and facial spasms
Lacrimal surgery - DCR surgery (external and endonasal) and related problems
Orbital surgery - thyroid eye disease, orbital inflammation, orbital lesions and surgery
Cataract surgery - routine and complex
General ophthalmic problems
Dr Tanya Trinh
Cataract, Cornea & Refractive Surgery
Toronto Canada
Dr Trinh completed her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery at the University of Queensland where she was awarded a scholarship in Medical Leadership and the Australian Medical Association of Queensland Harold Plant Prize for Best All Rounded Graduate.
Dr Trinh completed her ophthalmology specialist training under the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists in Queensland.
Dr Trinh completed her ophthalmology specialist training under the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists in Queensland.
Dr Trinh was awarded the position of Chief Fellow of the University of Toronto and subsequently received the prestigious Lim Memorial Prize for the subspecialty surgeon exemplifying best surgical and teaching skills. Dr Trinh then undertook a research fellowship in laser cataract surgery, corneal transplantation, dry eye treatments and ocular surface disease.
Dr Trinh has now been invited to join the team at Sydney Eye Hospital, Australia as a Staff Specialist in Cornea, External Diseases and Refractive Surgery.
She has published over 20 scientific journal articles in national and international journals, written book chapters on advanced corneal transplantation techniques and ocular surface disease and is a regular presenter on the national and international conference circuits.
She teaches medical students, residents, registrars and fellows, is involved in the development of anterior segment curriculum teaching at the University of Toronto and contributes regularly to community optometry education. She is also a clinical associate lecturer for the University of QLD.
She currently sits on the RANZCO Executive Committee for Women in Ophthalmology and is the Secretary for the Global Research and Education Society of Ophthalmology (GERSO).
Dr Trinh has now been invited to join the team at Sydney Eye Hospital, Australia as a Staff Specialist in Cornea, External Diseases and Refractive Surgery.
She has published over 20 scientific journal articles in national and international journals, written book chapters on advanced corneal transplantation techniques and ocular surface disease and is a regular presenter on the national and international conference circuits.
She teaches medical students, residents, registrars and fellows, is involved in the development of anterior segment curriculum teaching at the University of Toronto and contributes regularly to community optometry education. She is also a clinical associate lecturer for the University of QLD.
She currently sits on the RANZCO Executive Committee for Women in Ophthalmology and is the Secretary for the Global Research and Education Society of Ophthalmology (GERSO).
Nelson Bay
GP's:
Dr Eugene Hollenbach
Cataract, Oculoplastics, Cosmetic facial surgery, Medical retina
November, 2001
January 1999 to September 1999 - Queens Square Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, London.
October 1999 to October 2000 - Fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery, medical retina and diabetic retinopathy at Western Eye Hospital Marylebone and Hammersmith Hospital London.
October 2000 to October 2001 - Fellowship in oculoplastics, orbital surgery, lacrimal surgery and facial cosmetic surgery at Western Eye Hospital, Marylebone and Charing Cross Hospital, London.
January 1996 to January 1999 - Ophthalmology Fellowship training through Australian New Zealand College of Ophthalmology based at Sydney Eye Hospital.
October 1999 to October 2000 - Fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery, medical retina and diabetic retinopathy at Western Eye Hospital Marylebone and Hammersmith Hospital London.
October 2000 to October 2001 - Fellowship in oculoplastics, orbital surgery, lacrimal surgery and facial cosmetic surgery at Western Eye Hospital, Marylebone and Charing Cross Hospital, London.
January 1996 to January 1999 - Ophthalmology Fellowship training through Australian New Zealand College of Ophthalmology based at Sydney Eye Hospital.
Medical degree completed in 1984
Extensive training in neonatal paediatrics including emergency air flight retrieval of sick neonates around Victoria based at Royal Women's Hospital, Melbourne and Mercy Maternity Hospital, Melbourne from 1987 - 1994.
Extensive training in neonatal paediatrics including emergency air flight retrieval of sick neonates around Victoria based at Royal Women's Hospital, Melbourne and Mercy Maternity Hospital, Melbourne from 1987 - 1994.
Dr Hollenbach has fellowships in -
1. oculoplastics.
2. neuro-ophthalmology
3. medical and surgical retina.
Dr Hollenbach is the principal of the practice and has done well over twenty thousand cataract operations and operates private at both Lingard Hospital and Maitland Private Hospital and publicly at Kurri Kurri Hospital where he always maintains a very short waiting list, meaning patients do not have to wait long for cataract surgery. New Eye Vision is a separate entity run through New Eye Centre based for patients with cataracts who are non insured, but wish to have their surgery done privately. We are able to offer this surgery at a discounted rate compared to having the surgery in any normal private facility for non insured patients.
Dr Hollenbach has done many thousands of eyelid procedures including ectropion, entropion repair, ptosis surgery, blepharoplasty, brow lifts and other cosmetic procedures such as cheek lifts and has extensive experience in peri-ocular cancer treatment, especially for BCC's and SCC's. He has also had extensive experience in orbital surgery and welcomes patients who have any orbital masses or diseases for review.
The last part of oculoplastics is the lacrimal system where Dr Hollenbach performs dacryocystorhinostomies, both externally and endonasally and also treats patients with recalcitrant blepharitis and dry eye with modalities such as IPL.
In the field of retina, Dr Hollenbach has extensive experience in treating patients with macular degeneration where he performs, not only intravitreal injections, but also offers 2RT sub thermal laser to try and slow progression of patients with macular drusen. He has had extensive treatment with diabetes and offers state of the art treatment for his diabetic patients which he attempts to see on a regular basis for many years to try and slow the progression of maculopathy using a combination of sub thermal laser and intravitreal therapies as part of the diagnostic treatment of macular diseases and also neuro-ophthalmology. Dr Hollenbach has a full suite of optic nerve diagnostic equipment including OCT, fluorescein angiography, ICG, electrophysiology and micro-perimetry. Patients from Maitland are seen locally where there is a full suite of diagnostic and treatment modalities meaning they do not have to travel and patients from Raymond Terrace can often have more extensive treatments done in Maitland, but intravitreal injections and OCT scanning as well as visual fields can all be done in Raymond Terrace.
Similarly field testing, OCT and intravitreal injections can be done in the Nelson Bay practice and so patients only need to travel down to Newcastle if they are having any more specific treatments.
1. oculoplastics.
2. neuro-ophthalmology
3. medical and surgical retina.
Dr Hollenbach is the principal of the practice and has done well over twenty thousand cataract operations and operates private at both Lingard Hospital and Maitland Private Hospital and publicly at Kurri Kurri Hospital where he always maintains a very short waiting list, meaning patients do not have to wait long for cataract surgery. New Eye Vision is a separate entity run through New Eye Centre based for patients with cataracts who are non insured, but wish to have their surgery done privately. We are able to offer this surgery at a discounted rate compared to having the surgery in any normal private facility for non insured patients.
Dr Hollenbach has done many thousands of eyelid procedures including ectropion, entropion repair, ptosis surgery, blepharoplasty, brow lifts and other cosmetic procedures such as cheek lifts and has extensive experience in peri-ocular cancer treatment, especially for BCC's and SCC's. He has also had extensive experience in orbital surgery and welcomes patients who have any orbital masses or diseases for review.
The last part of oculoplastics is the lacrimal system where Dr Hollenbach performs dacryocystorhinostomies, both externally and endonasally and also treats patients with recalcitrant blepharitis and dry eye with modalities such as IPL.
In the field of retina, Dr Hollenbach has extensive experience in treating patients with macular degeneration where he performs, not only intravitreal injections, but also offers 2RT sub thermal laser to try and slow progression of patients with macular drusen. He has had extensive treatment with diabetes and offers state of the art treatment for his diabetic patients which he attempts to see on a regular basis for many years to try and slow the progression of maculopathy using a combination of sub thermal laser and intravitreal therapies as part of the diagnostic treatment of macular diseases and also neuro-ophthalmology. Dr Hollenbach has a full suite of optic nerve diagnostic equipment including OCT, fluorescein angiography, ICG, electrophysiology and micro-perimetry. Patients from Maitland are seen locally where there is a full suite of diagnostic and treatment modalities meaning they do not have to travel and patients from Raymond Terrace can often have more extensive treatments done in Maitland, but intravitreal injections and OCT scanning as well as visual fields can all be done in Raymond Terrace.
Similarly field testing, OCT and intravitreal injections can be done in the Nelson Bay practice and so patients only need to travel down to Newcastle if they are having any more specific treatments.
Dr A. Gittos
Cataract, Oculoplastics, Lacrimal Surgery, Ocular Oncology & General Ophthalmology
Dr A. Gittos
Cataract, Oculoplastics, Lacrimal Surgery, Ocular Oncology & General Ophthalmology
June, 2016
Jan 1997 - May 2016 United Kingdom
Qualified in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Auckland School of Medicine, New Zealand. (MBChB)
Specialist training in Ophthalmology with the Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO).
Subspecialist training in Oculoplastic and Lacrimal Surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London & in Ocular Oncology at Moorfields Eye Hospital London, St. Barts Hospital London, and at St Pauls Eye Unit Liverpool
Specialist training in Ophthalmology with the Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO).
Subspecialist training in Oculoplastic and Lacrimal Surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London & in Ocular Oncology at Moorfields Eye Hospital London, St. Barts Hospital London, and at St Pauls Eye Unit Liverpool
On completing four years training in Ophthalmology with RANZCO I moved to the United Kingdom to complete further subspecialty training in Oculoplastic Surgery, and subsequently Ocular Oncology, at Moorfields Eye Hospital London.
In total I worked at Moorfields Eye Hospital for seven years, of which two years were in Oculoplastic, Orbital and Lacrimal surgery, and a further three years in Ocular Oncology. Throughout this period I trained directly under several internationally acclaimed specialists in their field, including Professor JRO Collin, Mr G Rose and Mr A Tyers in Oculoplastic and Lacrimal Surgery, and Mr JL Hungerford in Ocular Oncology. Several periods intervening between these appointments were spent further expanding my experience in other departments at Moorfields, including Medical Retina, Uveitis, Glaucoma and Cataract Surgery.
I was also appointed to Moorfields as a locum Consultant Oculoplastic Surgeon for a fixed period of one year, during which time I managed patients referred from other ophthalmologists, and oculoplastic surgeons, from throughout the United Kingdom.
Following my time in London I moved to Liverpool for an additional six months working with Professor B Damato in Ocular Oncology at the St Paul's Eye Unit.
From 2004 to 2016 I worked full time as a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon in the public sector in the south of England. Over this period I amassed considerable experience and expertise in cataract surgery, medical and surgical management of glaucoma, lacrimal surgery, and both cosmetic and reconstructive oculoplastic surgery to the eyelids and upper face.
As a fully trained Ocular Oncologist I have performed over two hundred radioactive plaque insertions for ocular melanoma and several hundred enucleations for melanoma and retinoblastoma. I have considerable experience in the management of ocular surface tumours including squamous neoplasia and conjunctival melanoma using surgery, radioactive plaque, and topical drop treatments. At the time London was one of the busiest centres in the world for the treatment of retinoblastoma and I gained considerable experience in the diagnosis and management of this rare condition.
As a subspecialist Oculoplastic Surgeon, I am specifically qualified in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the periocular region and upper face. I have considerable expertise and experience in the management of eyelid tumours, including eyelid reconstruction following tumour excision, using a wide range of techniques. I have experience and am specifically trained in both functional and cosmetic blepharoplasty, surgery for the correction of ptosis and eyelid malposition, as well as eyebrow surgery, and have considerable experience in surgery for disorders of the lacrimal drainage system.
Since 2016 I have been based in Newcastle at The Newcastle Eye Centre, also consulting at Raymond Terrace, Nelson Bay, and Maitland. I operate privately at Lingard Hospital in Newcastle and at East Maitland Private Hospital. I also hold a public appointment with the Hunter and New England Health Authority consulting at the John Hunter Hospital, and operating at Kurri Kurri Hospital.
In total I worked at Moorfields Eye Hospital for seven years, of which two years were in Oculoplastic, Orbital and Lacrimal surgery, and a further three years in Ocular Oncology. Throughout this period I trained directly under several internationally acclaimed specialists in their field, including Professor JRO Collin, Mr G Rose and Mr A Tyers in Oculoplastic and Lacrimal Surgery, and Mr JL Hungerford in Ocular Oncology. Several periods intervening between these appointments were spent further expanding my experience in other departments at Moorfields, including Medical Retina, Uveitis, Glaucoma and Cataract Surgery.
I was also appointed to Moorfields as a locum Consultant Oculoplastic Surgeon for a fixed period of one year, during which time I managed patients referred from other ophthalmologists, and oculoplastic surgeons, from throughout the United Kingdom.
Following my time in London I moved to Liverpool for an additional six months working with Professor B Damato in Ocular Oncology at the St Paul's Eye Unit.
From 2004 to 2016 I worked full time as a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon in the public sector in the south of England. Over this period I amassed considerable experience and expertise in cataract surgery, medical and surgical management of glaucoma, lacrimal surgery, and both cosmetic and reconstructive oculoplastic surgery to the eyelids and upper face.
As a fully trained Ocular Oncologist I have performed over two hundred radioactive plaque insertions for ocular melanoma and several hundred enucleations for melanoma and retinoblastoma. I have considerable experience in the management of ocular surface tumours including squamous neoplasia and conjunctival melanoma using surgery, radioactive plaque, and topical drop treatments. At the time London was one of the busiest centres in the world for the treatment of retinoblastoma and I gained considerable experience in the diagnosis and management of this rare condition.
As a subspecialist Oculoplastic Surgeon, I am specifically qualified in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the periocular region and upper face. I have considerable expertise and experience in the management of eyelid tumours, including eyelid reconstruction following tumour excision, using a wide range of techniques. I have experience and am specifically trained in both functional and cosmetic blepharoplasty, surgery for the correction of ptosis and eyelid malposition, as well as eyebrow surgery, and have considerable experience in surgery for disorders of the lacrimal drainage system.
Since 2016 I have been based in Newcastle at The Newcastle Eye Centre, also consulting at Raymond Terrace, Nelson Bay, and Maitland. I operate privately at Lingard Hospital in Newcastle and at East Maitland Private Hospital. I also hold a public appointment with the Hunter and New England Health Authority consulting at the John Hunter Hospital, and operating at Kurri Kurri Hospital.
Newcastle
Newcastle Eye Centre
Newcastle Eye Centre, 47 Bolton Street, Newcastle 2300
02 4929 5969
GP's:
Dr Eugene Hollenbach
Cataract, Oculoplastics, Cosmetic facial surgery, Medical retina
November, 2001
January 1999 to September 1999 - Queens Square Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, London.
October 1999 to October 2000 - Fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery, medical retina and diabetic retinopathy at Western Eye Hospital Marylebone and Hammersmith Hospital London.
October 2000 to October 2001 - Fellowship in oculoplastics, orbital surgery, lacrimal surgery and facial cosmetic surgery at Western Eye Hospital, Marylebone and Charing Cross Hospital, London.
January 1996 to January 1999 - Ophthalmology Fellowship training through Australian New Zealand College of Ophthalmology based at Sydney Eye Hospital.
October 1999 to October 2000 - Fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery, medical retina and diabetic retinopathy at Western Eye Hospital Marylebone and Hammersmith Hospital London.
October 2000 to October 2001 - Fellowship in oculoplastics, orbital surgery, lacrimal surgery and facial cosmetic surgery at Western Eye Hospital, Marylebone and Charing Cross Hospital, London.
January 1996 to January 1999 - Ophthalmology Fellowship training through Australian New Zealand College of Ophthalmology based at Sydney Eye Hospital.
Medical degree completed in 1984
Extensive training in neonatal paediatrics including emergency air flight retrieval of sick neonates around Victoria based at Royal Women's Hospital, Melbourne and Mercy Maternity Hospital, Melbourne from 1987 - 1994.
Extensive training in neonatal paediatrics including emergency air flight retrieval of sick neonates around Victoria based at Royal Women's Hospital, Melbourne and Mercy Maternity Hospital, Melbourne from 1987 - 1994.
Dr Hollenbach has fellowships in -
1. oculoplastics.
2. neuro-ophthalmology
3. medical and surgical retina.
Dr Hollenbach is the principal of the practice and has done well over twenty thousand cataract operations and operates private at both Lingard Hospital and Maitland Private Hospital and publicly at Kurri Kurri Hospital where he always maintains a very short waiting list, meaning patients do not have to wait long for cataract surgery. New Eye Vision is a separate entity run through New Eye Centre based for patients with cataracts who are non insured, but wish to have their surgery done privately. We are able to offer this surgery at a discounted rate compared to having the surgery in any normal private facility for non insured patients.
Dr Hollenbach has done many thousands of eyelid procedures including ectropion, entropion repair, ptosis surgery, blepharoplasty, brow lifts and other cosmetic procedures such as cheek lifts and has extensive experience in peri-ocular cancer treatment, especially for BCC's and SCC's. He has also had extensive experience in orbital surgery and welcomes patients who have any orbital masses or diseases for review.
The last part of oculoplastics is the lacrimal system where Dr Hollenbach performs dacryocystorhinostomies, both externally and endonasally and also treats patients with recalcitrant blepharitis and dry eye with modalities such as IPL.
In the field of retina, Dr Hollenbach has extensive experience in treating patients with macular degeneration where he performs, not only intravitreal injections, but also offers 2RT sub thermal laser to try and slow progression of patients with macular drusen. He has had extensive treatment with diabetes and offers state of the art treatment for his diabetic patients which he attempts to see on a regular basis for many years to try and slow the progression of maculopathy using a combination of sub thermal laser and intravitreal therapies as part of the diagnostic treatment of macular diseases and also neuro-ophthalmology. Dr Hollenbach has a full suite of optic nerve diagnostic equipment including OCT, fluorescein angiography, ICG, electrophysiology and micro-perimetry. Patients from Maitland are seen locally where there is a full suite of diagnostic and treatment modalities meaning they do not have to travel and patients from Raymond Terrace can often have more extensive treatments done in Maitland, but intravitreal injections and OCT scanning as well as visual fields can all be done in Raymond Terrace.
Similarly field testing, OCT and intravitreal injections can be done in the Nelson Bay practice and so patients only need to travel down to Newcastle if they are having any more specific treatments.
1. oculoplastics.
2. neuro-ophthalmology
3. medical and surgical retina.
Dr Hollenbach is the principal of the practice and has done well over twenty thousand cataract operations and operates private at both Lingard Hospital and Maitland Private Hospital and publicly at Kurri Kurri Hospital where he always maintains a very short waiting list, meaning patients do not have to wait long for cataract surgery. New Eye Vision is a separate entity run through New Eye Centre based for patients with cataracts who are non insured, but wish to have their surgery done privately. We are able to offer this surgery at a discounted rate compared to having the surgery in any normal private facility for non insured patients.
Dr Hollenbach has done many thousands of eyelid procedures including ectropion, entropion repair, ptosis surgery, blepharoplasty, brow lifts and other cosmetic procedures such as cheek lifts and has extensive experience in peri-ocular cancer treatment, especially for BCC's and SCC's. He has also had extensive experience in orbital surgery and welcomes patients who have any orbital masses or diseases for review.
The last part of oculoplastics is the lacrimal system where Dr Hollenbach performs dacryocystorhinostomies, both externally and endonasally and also treats patients with recalcitrant blepharitis and dry eye with modalities such as IPL.
In the field of retina, Dr Hollenbach has extensive experience in treating patients with macular degeneration where he performs, not only intravitreal injections, but also offers 2RT sub thermal laser to try and slow progression of patients with macular drusen. He has had extensive treatment with diabetes and offers state of the art treatment for his diabetic patients which he attempts to see on a regular basis for many years to try and slow the progression of maculopathy using a combination of sub thermal laser and intravitreal therapies as part of the diagnostic treatment of macular diseases and also neuro-ophthalmology. Dr Hollenbach has a full suite of optic nerve diagnostic equipment including OCT, fluorescein angiography, ICG, electrophysiology and micro-perimetry. Patients from Maitland are seen locally where there is a full suite of diagnostic and treatment modalities meaning they do not have to travel and patients from Raymond Terrace can often have more extensive treatments done in Maitland, but intravitreal injections and OCT scanning as well as visual fields can all be done in Raymond Terrace.
Similarly field testing, OCT and intravitreal injections can be done in the Nelson Bay practice and so patients only need to travel down to Newcastle if they are having any more specific treatments.
Dr A. Gittos
Cataract, Oculoplastics, Lacrimal Surgery, Ocular Oncology & General Ophthalmology
Dr A. Gittos
Cataract, Oculoplastics, Lacrimal Surgery, Ocular Oncology & General Ophthalmology
June, 2016
Jan 1997 - May 2016 United Kingdom
Qualified in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Auckland School of Medicine, New Zealand. (MBChB)
Specialist training in Ophthalmology with the Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO).
Subspecialist training in Oculoplastic and Lacrimal Surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London & in Ocular Oncology at Moorfields Eye Hospital London, St. Barts Hospital London, and at St Pauls Eye Unit Liverpool
Specialist training in Ophthalmology with the Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO).
Subspecialist training in Oculoplastic and Lacrimal Surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London & in Ocular Oncology at Moorfields Eye Hospital London, St. Barts Hospital London, and at St Pauls Eye Unit Liverpool
On completing four years training in Ophthalmology with RANZCO I moved to the United Kingdom to complete further subspecialty training in Oculoplastic Surgery, and subsequently Ocular Oncology, at Moorfields Eye Hospital London.
In total I worked at Moorfields Eye Hospital for seven years, of which two years were in Oculoplastic, Orbital and Lacrimal surgery, and a further three years in Ocular Oncology. Throughout this period I trained directly under several internationally acclaimed specialists in their field, including Professor JRO Collin, Mr G Rose and Mr A Tyers in Oculoplastic and Lacrimal Surgery, and Mr JL Hungerford in Ocular Oncology. Several periods intervening between these appointments were spent further expanding my experience in other departments at Moorfields, including Medical Retina, Uveitis, Glaucoma and Cataract Surgery.
I was also appointed to Moorfields as a locum Consultant Oculoplastic Surgeon for a fixed period of one year, during which time I managed patients referred from other ophthalmologists, and oculoplastic surgeons, from throughout the United Kingdom.
Following my time in London I moved to Liverpool for an additional six months working with Professor B Damato in Ocular Oncology at the St Paul's Eye Unit.
From 2004 to 2016 I worked full time as a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon in the public sector in the south of England. Over this period I amassed considerable experience and expertise in cataract surgery, medical and surgical management of glaucoma, lacrimal surgery, and both cosmetic and reconstructive oculoplastic surgery to the eyelids and upper face.
As a fully trained Ocular Oncologist I have performed over two hundred radioactive plaque insertions for ocular melanoma and several hundred enucleations for melanoma and retinoblastoma. I have considerable experience in the management of ocular surface tumours including squamous neoplasia and conjunctival melanoma using surgery, radioactive plaque, and topical drop treatments. At the time London was one of the busiest centres in the world for the treatment of retinoblastoma and I gained considerable experience in the diagnosis and management of this rare condition.
As a subspecialist Oculoplastic Surgeon, I am specifically qualified in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the periocular region and upper face. I have considerable expertise and experience in the management of eyelid tumours, including eyelid reconstruction following tumour excision, using a wide range of techniques. I have experience and am specifically trained in both functional and cosmetic blepharoplasty, surgery for the correction of ptosis and eyelid malposition, as well as eyebrow surgery, and have considerable experience in surgery for disorders of the lacrimal drainage system.
Since 2016 I have been based in Newcastle at The Newcastle Eye Centre, also consulting at Raymond Terrace, Nelson Bay, and Maitland. I operate privately at Lingard Hospital in Newcastle and at East Maitland Private Hospital. I also hold a public appointment with the Hunter and New England Health Authority consulting at the John Hunter Hospital, and operating at Kurri Kurri Hospital.
In total I worked at Moorfields Eye Hospital for seven years, of which two years were in Oculoplastic, Orbital and Lacrimal surgery, and a further three years in Ocular Oncology. Throughout this period I trained directly under several internationally acclaimed specialists in their field, including Professor JRO Collin, Mr G Rose and Mr A Tyers in Oculoplastic and Lacrimal Surgery, and Mr JL Hungerford in Ocular Oncology. Several periods intervening between these appointments were spent further expanding my experience in other departments at Moorfields, including Medical Retina, Uveitis, Glaucoma and Cataract Surgery.
I was also appointed to Moorfields as a locum Consultant Oculoplastic Surgeon for a fixed period of one year, during which time I managed patients referred from other ophthalmologists, and oculoplastic surgeons, from throughout the United Kingdom.
Following my time in London I moved to Liverpool for an additional six months working with Professor B Damato in Ocular Oncology at the St Paul's Eye Unit.
From 2004 to 2016 I worked full time as a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon in the public sector in the south of England. Over this period I amassed considerable experience and expertise in cataract surgery, medical and surgical management of glaucoma, lacrimal surgery, and both cosmetic and reconstructive oculoplastic surgery to the eyelids and upper face.
As a fully trained Ocular Oncologist I have performed over two hundred radioactive plaque insertions for ocular melanoma and several hundred enucleations for melanoma and retinoblastoma. I have considerable experience in the management of ocular surface tumours including squamous neoplasia and conjunctival melanoma using surgery, radioactive plaque, and topical drop treatments. At the time London was one of the busiest centres in the world for the treatment of retinoblastoma and I gained considerable experience in the diagnosis and management of this rare condition.
As a subspecialist Oculoplastic Surgeon, I am specifically qualified in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the periocular region and upper face. I have considerable expertise and experience in the management of eyelid tumours, including eyelid reconstruction following tumour excision, using a wide range of techniques. I have experience and am specifically trained in both functional and cosmetic blepharoplasty, surgery for the correction of ptosis and eyelid malposition, as well as eyebrow surgery, and have considerable experience in surgery for disorders of the lacrimal drainage system.
Since 2016 I have been based in Newcastle at The Newcastle Eye Centre, also consulting at Raymond Terrace, Nelson Bay, and Maitland. I operate privately at Lingard Hospital in Newcastle and at East Maitland Private Hospital. I also hold a public appointment with the Hunter and New England Health Authority consulting at the John Hunter Hospital, and operating at Kurri Kurri Hospital.
North Sydney
Northern Sydney Cataract
60 Strathallen Avenue, Northbridge NSW 2063
9958 0552
GP's:
Dr Jay Yohendran
Cataracts
M.B.,B.S., (Hons), B.Sc (Med), M.P.H., Grad. Dip Refract. Surg., J.P., F.R.A.N.Z.C.O
Dr Jay Yohendran is an ophthalmologist who specialises in refractive cataract surgery. He is the Head of the Ophthalmology Department at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, and a Clinical Lecturer at Sydney University. Dr Yohendran consults privately at Northern Sydney Cataract on the Lower North Shore (Northbridge).
Dr Jay Yohendran graduated with Honours from the University of Sydney Medical School in 2001. Prior to this he completed a Bachelor of Medical Science degree at Sydney University, and later a Masters of Public Health at NSW University.
After completing ophthalmology training at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in Melbourne, Dr Yohendran returned to Sydney to complete his Fellowship in comprehensive ophthalmology at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. He has also completed a twelve-month Fellowship in Glaucoma at Sydney Eye Hospital. Dr Yohendran has a special interest in optimising refractive outcomes with cataract surgery, and has completed a Graduate Diploma in Refractive and Cataract Surgery at Sydney University.
Dr Yohendran is a member of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists, as well as the Australasian Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
Dr Jay Yohendran is an ophthalmologist who specialises in refractive cataract surgery. He is the Head of the Ophthalmology Department at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, and a Clinical Lecturer at Sydney University. Dr Yohendran consults privately at Northern Sydney Cataract on the Lower North Shore (Northbridge).
Dr Jay Yohendran graduated with Honours from the University of Sydney Medical School in 2001. Prior to this he completed a Bachelor of Medical Science degree at Sydney University, and later a Masters of Public Health at NSW University.
After completing ophthalmology training at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in Melbourne, Dr Yohendran returned to Sydney to complete his Fellowship in comprehensive ophthalmology at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. He has also completed a twelve-month Fellowship in Glaucoma at Sydney Eye Hospital. Dr Yohendran has a special interest in optimising refractive outcomes with cataract surgery, and has completed a Graduate Diploma in Refractive and Cataract Surgery at Sydney University.
Dr Yohendran is a member of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists, as well as the Australasian Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
Dr Dov Hersh
Retina & General Ophthalmology
Dov achieved his medical degree with first class honours through the University of Sydney, he then went on to complete a Masters of Medicine in ophthalmology. Dov undertook specialist ophthalmology training through Sydney Eye Hospital and gained Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists. Following this he undertook a further 2.5 years of advanced sub-specialty training at two of Europe's premiere eye institutions, Bristol Eye Hospital and Moorfields Eye Hospital, London.
During his fellowships Dr Hersh trained with pioneers in the medical retina field and was appointed as an investigator in an array of multi-national clinical trials studying emerging treatments for retinal diseases.
Prior to his medical career Dov gained a Bachelor of Commerce degree at UNSW, majoring in Information Technology. As a medical student he established telemedicine projects in developing countries. In recognition of his efforts Dov was awarded semi-finalist for young Australian of the Year.
During his fellowships Dr Hersh trained with pioneers in the medical retina field and was appointed as an investigator in an array of multi-national clinical trials studying emerging treatments for retinal diseases.
Prior to his medical career Dov gained a Bachelor of Commerce degree at UNSW, majoring in Information Technology. As a medical student he established telemedicine projects in developing countries. In recognition of his efforts Dov was awarded semi-finalist for young Australian of the Year.
Dr Dov Hersh is an ophthalmologist with sub-specialty expertise in diseases of the retina. Dr Hersh has rare dual international post-graduate fellowship qualifications from world leading institutions and brings this expertise to his patients.
Dr Hersh has published multiple manuscripts in international peer reviewed journals and ensures to keeps up-to-date with the latest advances. As well as practicing general ophthalmology Dov is particularly interested in the management of retinal disorders including macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease and vein occlusions.
Dov is passionate about patient-centred care, good functional outcomes and quality of life for his patients.
Dr Hersh has published multiple manuscripts in international peer reviewed journals and ensures to keeps up-to-date with the latest advances. As well as practicing general ophthalmology Dov is particularly interested in the management of retinal disorders including macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease and vein occlusions.
Dov is passionate about patient-centred care, good functional outcomes and quality of life for his patients.
Norwest
Nexus Eyecare
Norwest Business Park Suite 310, 4 Columbia Court Norwest NSW 2153
02 9680 9100
GP's:
Dr Cheryl Au
Medical Retina, Cataract Surgery, Comprehensive Ophthalmology
BMedSci, MPH, MBBS (Hon I), FRANZCO
Dr Au underwent specialist ophthalmology training in the Sydney Eye Hospital Network where she gained experience in both general ophthalmology and various subspecialites.
Dr Au completed her Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (Honours I) and Master of Public Health at the University of Sydney.
She was awarded the University of Sydney Undergraduate Scholarship for Outstanding Achievement and was placed on the Dean’s Honour list for Excellence in Academic Performance.
She also received the Dr H G Chapman Prize and the Dr CharloCe Last Memorial Scholarship for her Honours thesis, and completed a Diploma in Primary Care Ophthalmology at the University of Edinburgh.
Dr Au has published several research papers in peer-reviewed journals and has presented her research at various national and international conferences. She is actively involved in research at St Vincent’s Hospital, where she is undertaking research on age-related macular degeneration based on the Sarks’ clinicopathological archive, the world’s largest collection of clinically annotated eyes.
Dr Au is also a clinical associate lecturer at the Save Sight Institute, Sydney Medical School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, and an adjunct lecturer at the University of Notre Dame.
In addition to clinical practice, research and teaching, Dr Au is a member of the RANZCO NSW Branch executive commitee, serving as the secretary. She is also one of the organisers for the RANZCO NSW Branch Annual Scientific Meeting in 2023.
Dr Au underwent specialist ophthalmology training in the Sydney Eye Hospital Network where she gained experience in both general ophthalmology and various subspecialites.
Dr Au completed her Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (Honours I) and Master of Public Health at the University of Sydney.
She was awarded the University of Sydney Undergraduate Scholarship for Outstanding Achievement and was placed on the Dean’s Honour list for Excellence in Academic Performance.
She also received the Dr H G Chapman Prize and the Dr CharloCe Last Memorial Scholarship for her Honours thesis, and completed a Diploma in Primary Care Ophthalmology at the University of Edinburgh.
Dr Au has published several research papers in peer-reviewed journals and has presented her research at various national and international conferences. She is actively involved in research at St Vincent’s Hospital, where she is undertaking research on age-related macular degeneration based on the Sarks’ clinicopathological archive, the world’s largest collection of clinically annotated eyes.
Dr Au is also a clinical associate lecturer at the Save Sight Institute, Sydney Medical School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, and an adjunct lecturer at the University of Notre Dame.
In addition to clinical practice, research and teaching, Dr Au is a member of the RANZCO NSW Branch executive commitee, serving as the secretary. She is also one of the organisers for the RANZCO NSW Branch Annual Scientific Meeting in 2023.
Dr Cheryl Au is a comprehensive ophthalmologist and cataract surgeon, who subspecialises in medical retina. She specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusions and other macular and retinal conditions.
She is an experienced cataract surgeon and has supervised cataract surgery as the Professorial Senior Registrar and as an accredited EyeSi supervisor. She completed her medical retina fellowship at Westmead Hospital under the supervision of Professor Paul Mitchell.
Dr Au is passionate about providing high quality care and ensuring the best holistic outcome for her patients.
She is also fluent in Cantonese and basic Mandarin.
She is an experienced cataract surgeon and has supervised cataract surgery as the Professorial Senior Registrar and as an accredited EyeSi supervisor. She completed her medical retina fellowship at Westmead Hospital under the supervision of Professor Paul Mitchell.
Dr Au is passionate about providing high quality care and ensuring the best holistic outcome for her patients.
She is also fluent in Cantonese and basic Mandarin.
Parramatta
Personal Eyes
Rivermark levell 6, 34 Charles St, Parramatta NSW 2150
02 88337111
GP's:
A/Prof Chandra Bala
Refractive, Cataract & Corneal Ophthalmology & Surgery
BSC(MED)(HONS I), MBBS(HONS I), PHD, FRANZCO
Associate Professor Chandra Bala from the University of Sydney with class 1 Honours and completed an additional eight years of research where he was awarded a Bachelor of Science (Med) with class 1 Honours. He then went on to complete ophthalmic training at the Sydney Eye Hospital and Westmead Hospital and has a PhD in Ophthalmology.
Associate Professor Bala has completed multiple fellowships under leading surgeons in Australia and throughout Europe, including a glaucoma fellowship with Associate Professor Paul Healy (Westmead Hospital, NSW), a cornea fellowship with Dr Gerrit Melles (Holland) and a refractive fellowship with Dr Ioannis Aslanides (Greece).
His work has been published in both national and international peer reviewed journals and he has won numerous awards at international conferences including Best Paper at ASCRS Boston 2014, Best Video at ASCRS San Diego 2019 and APACRS Kyoto 2019 and winner of the Michael Bluementhal Award at ESCRS Paris 2019.
RECENT PUBLICATIONS:
Novel Topical therapy for corneal blood staining
Chan, T., White, A., Meades, K. and Bala, C., Y. Clinical & Experimental Ophthalmology. Clinical Experimental Ophthalmology, 2017. 45(4): p. 416-418
Intereye comparison of femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery capsulotomy & manual capsulorhexis edge strength
Chan, T., U. Pattamatta, M., Butlin, K. Meades, and Bala,C. J Cataract Refract Surg, 2017. 43(4): p. 480-485
Transection and explantation of intraocular lenses using femtosecond lasers
Bala, C., Pattamatta, U., Chan, T., J. Shi, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg 2017. 43: 420-423
Intracameral antibiotic: the Vancomycin conundrum
C. Bala, Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology 2016. 44: 753-754
Intraocular lens fragmentation using femtosecond laser; an in-vitro study
Bala, C., J. Shi, and K. Meades, Translational Vision Science & Technology, 2015. 4(3): p. 1-8
Electron microscopy of laser capsulotomy edge: Interplatform comparison
Bala, C., Y. Xia, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg, 2014. 40(8): p. 1382-9.
Improvement in vision with inverted placement of an asymmetric refractive multifocal intraocular lens
Bala, C. and K. Meades, J of Cataract Refractive Surg, 2014. 40(5): p. 833-5.
Pedicle Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty performed using a new corneal punch
Bala,c published by Wolters Kluwer on behalf of ASCRS and ESCRS
PUBLISHED ON JOURNAL COVERS:
Intraocular Lens Fragmentation Using Femtosecond Laser (Best paper of session ASCRS March 2017)
Intereye Comparison of Femtosecond Laser-assisted Cataract Surgery Capsulotomy and Manual Capsulorhexis Edge Strength
MEDIA COVERAGE:
Studio10
Dr.Bala interviewed – What you need to know about sight loss
SBS – World News
The possibilities are endless – Professor Chandra Bala explores pioneering treatments (video and article)
SBS – World News Radio
Professor Chandra Bala eyes off new ways to save sight (audio and article)
Channel 7– Today Tonight
Eye Tattoo Risks
Channel 7 NEWS – Sydney
Macular Degeneration Treatment (video)
Eye World – Capsular strength femtosecond vs manual cataract surgery
Femtosecond vs Manual Cataract Surgery (video)
Eye World – Femtosecond technology cutting Intraocular iols
Femtosecond Laser Technology – Cutting Intraocular IOLs (video)
AWARDS:
3 awards from ASCRS (American) ESCRS (Europe) and APACRS (Asia):
Michael Blumenthal Award (37th Congress ESCRS)
ASCRS Film Festival Best of the Best Award – the DMEK Kite
APACRS Refractive and Cornea Film Festival – the DMEK Kite
Associate Professor Chandra Bala from the University of Sydney with class 1 Honours and completed an additional eight years of research where he was awarded a Bachelor of Science (Med) with class 1 Honours. He then went on to complete ophthalmic training at the Sydney Eye Hospital and Westmead Hospital and has a PhD in Ophthalmology.
Associate Professor Bala has completed multiple fellowships under leading surgeons in Australia and throughout Europe, including a glaucoma fellowship with Associate Professor Paul Healy (Westmead Hospital, NSW), a cornea fellowship with Dr Gerrit Melles (Holland) and a refractive fellowship with Dr Ioannis Aslanides (Greece).
His work has been published in both national and international peer reviewed journals and he has won numerous awards at international conferences including Best Paper at ASCRS Boston 2014, Best Video at ASCRS San Diego 2019 and APACRS Kyoto 2019 and winner of the Michael Bluementhal Award at ESCRS Paris 2019.
RECENT PUBLICATIONS:
Novel Topical therapy for corneal blood staining
Chan, T., White, A., Meades, K. and Bala, C., Y. Clinical & Experimental Ophthalmology. Clinical Experimental Ophthalmology, 2017. 45(4): p. 416-418
Intereye comparison of femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery capsulotomy & manual capsulorhexis edge strength
Chan, T., U. Pattamatta, M., Butlin, K. Meades, and Bala,C. J Cataract Refract Surg, 2017. 43(4): p. 480-485
Transection and explantation of intraocular lenses using femtosecond lasers
Bala, C., Pattamatta, U., Chan, T., J. Shi, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg 2017. 43: 420-423
Intracameral antibiotic: the Vancomycin conundrum
C. Bala, Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology 2016. 44: 753-754
Intraocular lens fragmentation using femtosecond laser; an in-vitro study
Bala, C., J. Shi, and K. Meades, Translational Vision Science & Technology, 2015. 4(3): p. 1-8
Electron microscopy of laser capsulotomy edge: Interplatform comparison
Bala, C., Y. Xia, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg, 2014. 40(8): p. 1382-9.
Improvement in vision with inverted placement of an asymmetric refractive multifocal intraocular lens
Bala, C. and K. Meades, J of Cataract Refractive Surg, 2014. 40(5): p. 833-5.
Pedicle Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty performed using a new corneal punch
Bala,c published by Wolters Kluwer on behalf of ASCRS and ESCRS
PUBLISHED ON JOURNAL COVERS:
Intraocular Lens Fragmentation Using Femtosecond Laser (Best paper of session ASCRS March 2017)
Intereye Comparison of Femtosecond Laser-assisted Cataract Surgery Capsulotomy and Manual Capsulorhexis Edge Strength
MEDIA COVERAGE:
Studio10
Dr.Bala interviewed – What you need to know about sight loss
SBS – World News
The possibilities are endless – Professor Chandra Bala explores pioneering treatments (video and article)
SBS – World News Radio
Professor Chandra Bala eyes off new ways to save sight (audio and article)
Channel 7– Today Tonight
Eye Tattoo Risks
Channel 7 NEWS – Sydney
Macular Degeneration Treatment (video)
Eye World – Capsular strength femtosecond vs manual cataract surgery
Femtosecond vs Manual Cataract Surgery (video)
Eye World – Femtosecond technology cutting Intraocular iols
Femtosecond Laser Technology – Cutting Intraocular IOLs (video)
AWARDS:
3 awards from ASCRS (American) ESCRS (Europe) and APACRS (Asia):
Michael Blumenthal Award (37th Congress ESCRS)
ASCRS Film Festival Best of the Best Award – the DMEK Kite
APACRS Refractive and Cornea Film Festival – the DMEK Kite
Associate Professor Chandra Bala is the Managing Director at personalEYES and subspecialises in Cataract, Cornea, Glaucoma and Refractive surgery.
He is a clinical associate professor at the Australian School of Advanced Medicine, Macquarie University, an examiner in the RANZCO Ophthalmology specialist training program and a clinical supervisor of medical, optometry and vision science students.
He is a clinical associate professor at the Australian School of Advanced Medicine, Macquarie University, an examiner in the RANZCO Ophthalmology specialist training program and a clinical supervisor of medical, optometry and vision science students.
Dr Angela Jennings
Medical Retina & Cataract Surgery
MBBS(HONS), BSC(MED), FRANZCO
A graduate of the University of New South Wales, Dr Jennings achieved academic distinction in being awarded the University Medal in Medicine. She was the recipient of numerous awards including the Medical Women’s Society of NSW Prize, the Wallace Worth Prize and the Combined Teaching Hospitals Senior Staff Prize.
She undertook her Ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital and Westmead Hospitals from 2001 to 2004, before completing a Medical Retinal Fellowship with Professor Paul Mitchell at Westmead Hospital in Sydney.
Dr Jennings was a treating investigator in two of the pivotal studies that introduced Lucentis and Eylea to clinical use - the Anchor trial and the VIEW-2 study. These medications are widely used to treat Age Related Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Eye Disease and Retinal Vein Occlusions. Dr Jennings continues to participate in clinical research as a Principal Investigator.
Dr Jennings has published articles in peer-reviewed scientific publications and regularly presents lectures on Macular Degeneration and other topics to Optometrists, General Practitioners and the general public.
A graduate of the University of New South Wales, Dr Jennings achieved academic distinction in being awarded the University Medal in Medicine. She was the recipient of numerous awards including the Medical Women’s Society of NSW Prize, the Wallace Worth Prize and the Combined Teaching Hospitals Senior Staff Prize.
She undertook her Ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital and Westmead Hospitals from 2001 to 2004, before completing a Medical Retinal Fellowship with Professor Paul Mitchell at Westmead Hospital in Sydney.
Dr Jennings was a treating investigator in two of the pivotal studies that introduced Lucentis and Eylea to clinical use - the Anchor trial and the VIEW-2 study. These medications are widely used to treat Age Related Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Eye Disease and Retinal Vein Occlusions. Dr Jennings continues to participate in clinical research as a Principal Investigator.
Dr Jennings has published articles in peer-reviewed scientific publications and regularly presents lectures on Macular Degeneration and other topics to Optometrists, General Practitioners and the general public.
She was a Visiting Medical Officer at Westmead Hospital for a decade, where she greatly enjoyed helping to train a new generation of Ophthalmologists.
Dr Jennings is an experienced cataract surgeon and conducts a Medical Retina and General Ophthalmology clinic at our Castle Hill, Parramatta Dubbo, Mudgee and City locations.
She is a member of The Australian and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists.
Dr Jennings is an experienced cataract surgeon and conducts a Medical Retina and General Ophthalmology clinic at our Castle Hill, Parramatta Dubbo, Mudgee and City locations.
She is a member of The Australian and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists.
Prof Andrew White
Glaucoma
BMedSc(Hons), MBBS, PhD, FRANZCO
Clinical Associate Professor Andrew White is a clinician scientist ophthalmologist at Westmead Hospital. His subspecialty interest is glaucoma. He was awarded First Class Honours in Medical Science in 1995 and a combined MBBS/PhD degree in 2001 from the University of Sydney.
He also undertook research work at the Max Plank Institute for Biophysical Chemistry, Gottingen, Germany and the State University of New York (SUNY). This research focused on the characterisation of the koniocellular visual pathway, responsible for blue yellow colour vision as well as the physiology behind colour vision and glaucoma detection tests such as perimetry and FDT.
Trained at the Sydney Eye Hospital, he undertook subspecialty training in glaucoma at Westmead Hospital in Sydney and Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge, UK where he later worked as a Glaucoma Specialist and Senior Lecturer in Ophthalmology at the University of Cambridge. Throughout his time in the UK, Andrew undertook research at the Centre for Brain Repair, University of Cambridge. He has recently been looking at neuroprotective agents to prevent the progression of glaucoma in vitro/ex vivo.
Since his return to Sydney he has been working as a Glaucoma Specialist in private practice and at Westmead Hospital. As a clinician-scientist, Andrew has multiple peer-reviewed scientific publications and published conference abstracts. He is a regular invited speaker at overseas conferences. He is actively involved in the training of medical students, registrars and fellows in cataract and glaucoma. He also lectures optometrists and optometry students in Glaucoma. He is a Clinical Senior Lecturer and has research affiliations with the University of Sydney at both the Save Sight Institute and Westmead Millennium Institute where he has an active laboratory.
Andrew is a member of the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO), European Glaucoma Society, Australian and New Zealand Glaucoma Interest Group (ANZGIG). He is an author of the new Asia Pacific Glaucoma Society Guidelines on the management of glaucoma to be published this year. He is a Member of the World Glaucoma Society Associate Advisory Board. He is the current chair of the Glaucoma Australia Expert Advisory Panel. He also chairs the NSW Government Agency for Clinical Innovation C-Eye-C Project looking at new models of health care delivery for chronic eye diseases.
He was the lead author of the RANZCO endorsed guidelines for collaborative management of glaucoma. In addition, he is on the Executive of the Australian Society of Ophthalmologists and is a member of the RANZCO NSW State Branch Committee.
He has been invited to speak at glaucoma and ophthalmology conferences in the UK, Europe, Asia and Australasia. He has been on the organising committee for several international ophthalmology conferences. He is also actively involved in the training of medical students, registrars and fellows in cataract and glaucoma.
He is a Clinical Associate Professor and has research affiliations with the University of Sydney at both the Save Sight Institute and Westmead Institute for Medical Research. He is a reviewer for the Journal of Glaucoma, Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology and Translational Vision Science and Technology. Andrew is a member of the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO), European Glaucoma Society, Asia Pacific Glaucoma Society, Australian and New Zealand Glaucoma Group Society (ANZGS). He is the current Co chair of Ophthalmology Governing body for the Agency for clinical Innovation. He is on the Associate Advisory Board for the World Glaucoma Organisation as well as being a member of its communications committee. He is a Board Member of the Ophthalmic Research Institute of Australia. He is a NSW Branch Committee Member for RANZCO as well as on RANZCO Council.
MEDIA COVERAGE:
Glaucoma Research: Challenging Assumptions
The Many Facets of Glaucoma
Rising Stars of Eye Health Celebrated at Parliament House
Risks Raised of Amsler Grid Glaucoma Test
New Glaucoma CPD Launched
Opthamology Updates – Clinical Pearls
A/Prof Whitehead’s PersonalEYES Program
Glaucoma Management – Overcoming the Challenges
Collaborative Care: Specsavers Sets the Scene for a New Era
Truth Be Known: Communicating with Patients
Western Sydney Clinic Opens to Treat Glaucoma, Diabetic Retinopathy
Glaucoma – Informing the Way Forward
Peer-Reviewed Paper Finds Shared Glaucoma Management Best
Future Strategies for Glaucoma Management
New Clinic a Cause for Celebration this World Glaucoma Week
WestMead Eye Clinic Tests New Patient Management Model
Mouse Retinal Cells Breakthrough
Saving Sight: Battle Against Glaucoma
Glaucoma – The Sneaky Blindness
Signs You Might Have Glaucoma
Fresh Vision for Glaucoma Treatment
Community Project Launches in Diabetes Hotspot
‘Right Time, Right People’ – A Winning Formula
Fresh Vision Rewarded
Clinical Associate Professor Andrew White is a clinician scientist ophthalmologist at Westmead Hospital. His subspecialty interest is glaucoma. He was awarded First Class Honours in Medical Science in 1995 and a combined MBBS/PhD degree in 2001 from the University of Sydney.
He also undertook research work at the Max Plank Institute for Biophysical Chemistry, Gottingen, Germany and the State University of New York (SUNY). This research focused on the characterisation of the koniocellular visual pathway, responsible for blue yellow colour vision as well as the physiology behind colour vision and glaucoma detection tests such as perimetry and FDT.
Trained at the Sydney Eye Hospital, he undertook subspecialty training in glaucoma at Westmead Hospital in Sydney and Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge, UK where he later worked as a Glaucoma Specialist and Senior Lecturer in Ophthalmology at the University of Cambridge. Throughout his time in the UK, Andrew undertook research at the Centre for Brain Repair, University of Cambridge. He has recently been looking at neuroprotective agents to prevent the progression of glaucoma in vitro/ex vivo.
Since his return to Sydney he has been working as a Glaucoma Specialist in private practice and at Westmead Hospital. As a clinician-scientist, Andrew has multiple peer-reviewed scientific publications and published conference abstracts. He is a regular invited speaker at overseas conferences. He is actively involved in the training of medical students, registrars and fellows in cataract and glaucoma. He also lectures optometrists and optometry students in Glaucoma. He is a Clinical Senior Lecturer and has research affiliations with the University of Sydney at both the Save Sight Institute and Westmead Millennium Institute where he has an active laboratory.
Andrew is a member of the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO), European Glaucoma Society, Australian and New Zealand Glaucoma Interest Group (ANZGIG). He is an author of the new Asia Pacific Glaucoma Society Guidelines on the management of glaucoma to be published this year. He is a Member of the World Glaucoma Society Associate Advisory Board. He is the current chair of the Glaucoma Australia Expert Advisory Panel. He also chairs the NSW Government Agency for Clinical Innovation C-Eye-C Project looking at new models of health care delivery for chronic eye diseases.
He was the lead author of the RANZCO endorsed guidelines for collaborative management of glaucoma. In addition, he is on the Executive of the Australian Society of Ophthalmologists and is a member of the RANZCO NSW State Branch Committee.
He has been invited to speak at glaucoma and ophthalmology conferences in the UK, Europe, Asia and Australasia. He has been on the organising committee for several international ophthalmology conferences. He is also actively involved in the training of medical students, registrars and fellows in cataract and glaucoma.
He is a Clinical Associate Professor and has research affiliations with the University of Sydney at both the Save Sight Institute and Westmead Institute for Medical Research. He is a reviewer for the Journal of Glaucoma, Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology and Translational Vision Science and Technology. Andrew is a member of the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO), European Glaucoma Society, Asia Pacific Glaucoma Society, Australian and New Zealand Glaucoma Group Society (ANZGS). He is the current Co chair of Ophthalmology Governing body for the Agency for clinical Innovation. He is on the Associate Advisory Board for the World Glaucoma Organisation as well as being a member of its communications committee. He is a Board Member of the Ophthalmic Research Institute of Australia. He is a NSW Branch Committee Member for RANZCO as well as on RANZCO Council.
MEDIA COVERAGE:
Glaucoma Research: Challenging Assumptions
The Many Facets of Glaucoma
Rising Stars of Eye Health Celebrated at Parliament House
Risks Raised of Amsler Grid Glaucoma Test
New Glaucoma CPD Launched
Opthamology Updates – Clinical Pearls
A/Prof Whitehead’s PersonalEYES Program
Glaucoma Management – Overcoming the Challenges
Collaborative Care: Specsavers Sets the Scene for a New Era
Truth Be Known: Communicating with Patients
Western Sydney Clinic Opens to Treat Glaucoma, Diabetic Retinopathy
Glaucoma – Informing the Way Forward
Peer-Reviewed Paper Finds Shared Glaucoma Management Best
Future Strategies for Glaucoma Management
New Clinic a Cause for Celebration this World Glaucoma Week
WestMead Eye Clinic Tests New Patient Management Model
Mouse Retinal Cells Breakthrough
Saving Sight: Battle Against Glaucoma
Glaucoma – The Sneaky Blindness
Signs You Might Have Glaucoma
Fresh Vision for Glaucoma Treatment
Community Project Launches in Diabetes Hotspot
‘Right Time, Right People’ – A Winning Formula
Fresh Vision Rewarded
Professor Andrew White has done a large amount of work delivery the way eye care is delivered in both the hospital and community setting. He is currently Head of the Department of Ophthalmology at Westmead Hospital and Director of the Community Eye Care Project (C-eye-C) based in Western Sydney.
Dr Freny Kalapesi
Oculoplastic, Cataract & General Ophthalmology
BSC(MED)MBBS PHD, FRANZCO, ANZOPRS, AAFPS
Dr Kalapesi undertook resident work at Westmead and Prince of Wales Hospitals in Sydney. She achieved a Doctor of Philosophy, PhD (2002-2007), at UNSW in basic laboratory ophthalmic research. Freny trained as an Ophthalmology Registrar (2005-2010) based mainly at Prince Of Wales Hospital, Randwick with some rotational work in and around Sydney.
She then undertook two years of further fellowship experience in the United Kingdom. Her first fellowship was at the Royal United Hospital, Bath in General Ophthalmology with experience in Cataract, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, strabismus, paediatrics but with a special interest and weekly surgical lists in Oculoplastics.
After this Dr Kalapesi took on her second fellowship at the Bristol Eye Hospital, as the Oculoplastics and Orbital fellow. During this year, she gained vast surgical experience in lid, lacrimal and orbital conditions with five theatre sessions per week. She was an investigator for the CIRTED Trial investigating the role of immunosuppression and radiotherapy in thyroid eye disease. She also hosted weekly multidisciplinary orbital meetings.
She has published 14 articles on various topics in ophthalmology.
Dr Kalapesi undertook resident work at Westmead and Prince of Wales Hospitals in Sydney. She achieved a Doctor of Philosophy, PhD (2002-2007), at UNSW in basic laboratory ophthalmic research. Freny trained as an Ophthalmology Registrar (2005-2010) based mainly at Prince Of Wales Hospital, Randwick with some rotational work in and around Sydney.
She then undertook two years of further fellowship experience in the United Kingdom. Her first fellowship was at the Royal United Hospital, Bath in General Ophthalmology with experience in Cataract, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, strabismus, paediatrics but with a special interest and weekly surgical lists in Oculoplastics.
After this Dr Kalapesi took on her second fellowship at the Bristol Eye Hospital, as the Oculoplastics and Orbital fellow. During this year, she gained vast surgical experience in lid, lacrimal and orbital conditions with five theatre sessions per week. She was an investigator for the CIRTED Trial investigating the role of immunosuppression and radiotherapy in thyroid eye disease. She also hosted weekly multidisciplinary orbital meetings.
She has published 14 articles on various topics in ophthalmology.
Dr Kalapesi is a Staff Specialist Ophthalmologist at Westmead public Hospital and practices in our Sydney CBD, Epping and Burwood rooms.
Treatment Options
Cataract surgery (Including choice of lifestyle intraocular lens)
Anophthalmos and socket management
Blepharoplasty
Blow-Out Fractures
Botulinum toxin A (Botox) Services
Medicare PBS blepharospasm and Hemifacial spasm
Wrinkle treatment/Chemical brow lifts
Brow Lifts
Ectropion
Entropion
Eyelid Lesion Removal
General ophthalmology- Glaucoma management, diabetic retinal management, CASA reviews, treatment for macular degeneration and vein occlusions
Lacrimal Procedures including DCR surg
Orbital Tumour and inflammatory disease management
Ptosis
Skin Cancers
Thyroid Eye Disease
Treatment Options
Cataract surgery (Including choice of lifestyle intraocular lens)
Anophthalmos and socket management
Blepharoplasty
Blow-Out Fractures
Botulinum toxin A (Botox) Services
Medicare PBS blepharospasm and Hemifacial spasm
Wrinkle treatment/Chemical brow lifts
Brow Lifts
Ectropion
Entropion
Eyelid Lesion Removal
General ophthalmology- Glaucoma management, diabetic retinal management, CASA reviews, treatment for macular degeneration and vein occlusions
Lacrimal Procedures including DCR surg
Orbital Tumour and inflammatory disease management
Ptosis
Skin Cancers
Thyroid Eye Disease
Dr Bogna Zborowska
Cataracts
MBBS(HONS), FRANZCO
Dr Bogna Zborowska is a fellowship-trained specialist refractive and cataract surgeon. She graduated from the University of Sydney in 1995 and practiced as a medical officer at Royal Prince Alfred and Concord Repatriation Hospitals.
In 2001 she commenced the Ophthalmology training program at Sydney Eye Hospital. During the four years of training she gained experience in several ophthalmic sub-specialities, including glaucoma, cornea, medical retina, neuro-ophthalmology, lids, and adnexal disease.
She is a member of the Australian Medical Association and became a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists at the beginning of 2005. Attending local and international conferences, Dr Zborowska stays current with the latest advances in ophthalmic technology and therapeutics. She has published in ophthalmology and neurology journals and is also involved in clinical ophthalmic research.
Dr Bogna Zborowska is a fellowship-trained specialist refractive and cataract surgeon. She graduated from the University of Sydney in 1995 and practiced as a medical officer at Royal Prince Alfred and Concord Repatriation Hospitals.
In 2001 she commenced the Ophthalmology training program at Sydney Eye Hospital. During the four years of training she gained experience in several ophthalmic sub-specialities, including glaucoma, cornea, medical retina, neuro-ophthalmology, lids, and adnexal disease.
She is a member of the Australian Medical Association and became a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists at the beginning of 2005. Attending local and international conferences, Dr Zborowska stays current with the latest advances in ophthalmic technology and therapeutics. She has published in ophthalmology and neurology journals and is also involved in clinical ophthalmic research.
Dr Zborowska works at both the Parramatta & Morisset locations of Personal Eyes.
Dr Richard Parker
Oculoplastic, Cataracts & General Surgery
August 2019 - January 2021 Mooresfield London UK
BMBS, MMED (OPHTHSC), BEHONS/BCOM, FRANZCO
Dr Parker completed his undergratuate studies in Sydney, followed by medical training at Flinders University, SA. He completed his general medical training at Liverpool Hospital, NSW. He completed ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital and then further training at Royal North Shore Hospital and Westmead Hospital. He completed his fellowship in oculoplastic surgery at the world-renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, UK.
He holds a Masters of Medicine (Ophthalmic Science) from the University of Sydney and now is a clinical lecturer in this program. He is active in clinical research and has published in peer-reviewed journals. He has been actively involved in the training of upcoming surgeons in Australia and the UK.
Memberships / Associations
Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists
Dr Parker completed his undergratuate studies in Sydney, followed by medical training at Flinders University, SA. He completed his general medical training at Liverpool Hospital, NSW. He completed ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital and then further training at Royal North Shore Hospital and Westmead Hospital. He completed his fellowship in oculoplastic surgery at the world-renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, UK.
He holds a Masters of Medicine (Ophthalmic Science) from the University of Sydney and now is a clinical lecturer in this program. He is active in clinical research and has published in peer-reviewed journals. He has been actively involved in the training of upcoming surgeons in Australia and the UK.
Memberships / Associations
Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists
Dr Richard Parker is an ophthalmic and oculoplastic surgeon offering eyelid, lacrimal, orbital and cataract surgery as well as general ophthalmology.
Clinical Interests:
Eyelid surgery - eyelid malposition, ptosis, periocular skin cancer management, facial nerve palsy, blepharospasm and facial spasms
Lacrimal surgery - DCR surgery (external and endonasal) and related problems
Orbital surgery - thyroid eye disease, orbital inflammation, orbital lesions and surgery
Cataract surgery - routine and complex
General ophthalmic problems
Clinical Interests:
Eyelid surgery - eyelid malposition, ptosis, periocular skin cancer management, facial nerve palsy, blepharospasm and facial spasms
Lacrimal surgery - DCR surgery (external and endonasal) and related problems
Orbital surgery - thyroid eye disease, orbital inflammation, orbital lesions and surgery
Cataract surgery - routine and complex
General ophthalmic problems
Pennant Hills
Hills Eye Surgery
1/380 Pennant Hills Rd Pennant Hills NSW 2120
(02) 9481 0066
GP's:
Dr Umesh Nanda
Cataract Surgery, Glaucoma & General Ophthalmology
January, 1999
MBBS MD FRANZCO
Dr Nanda completed his initial Fellowship in Ophthalmology overseas and then trained at the Sydney Eye Hospital, completing his Fellowship from the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) in 1999.
Dr Nanda was awarded the Gold Medal for excellence in both the Fellowship Part I and Part II by RANZCO.
He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and Australian Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (AUSCRS).
Dr Nanda completed his initial Fellowship in Ophthalmology overseas and then trained at the Sydney Eye Hospital, completing his Fellowship from the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) in 1999.
Dr Nanda was awarded the Gold Medal for excellence in both the Fellowship Part I and Part II by RANZCO.
He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and Australian Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (AUSCRS).
Dr Nanda has diagnosed & managed a wide range of ocular conditions for patients across Sydney, while working at the various Primary Health Care medical centres at: Bankstown, Ingleburn, Castle Hill, Fairfield, Campsie & Campbelltown. Dr Nanda also worked at Brookvale - Sydney Eye Clinic (formerly known as Sebban Eye Centre) during this time.
In 2006, Dr Nanda established Hills Eye Surgery, providing comprehensive Ophthalmology services in the Hills District of Sydney.
Dr Nanda is a General Ophthalmologist with special interest in Cataract surgery, Glaucoma management and treatment of Medical Retinal conditions like Diabetic retinopathy and Macular Degeneration.
In 2006, Dr Nanda established Hills Eye Surgery, providing comprehensive Ophthalmology services in the Hills District of Sydney.
Dr Nanda is a General Ophthalmologist with special interest in Cataract surgery, Glaucoma management and treatment of Medical Retinal conditions like Diabetic retinopathy and Macular Degeneration.
Penrith
GP's:
Dr Gayatri Banerjee
Cataract, Medical Retina
Age Related Macular Degeneration and Uveitis Fellow, Moorfields Eye Hospital, London UK
August 2007 to September 2008
Medical Retinal Fellow, Moorfields Eye Hospital, London UK
July 2006 to July 2008
Senior House Officer, Ophthalmology, Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, U.K.
April 1997 to June 1999
Research Registrar, Ophthalmology, Oxford Eye Hospital & Nuffield Institute of Ophthalmology, Oxford University, U.K.
August 1996 to February 1997
Senior House Officer, Ophthalmology, Cheltenham General Hospital, U.K
August 1995 to August 1996
August 2007 to September 2008
Medical Retinal Fellow, Moorfields Eye Hospital, London UK
July 2006 to July 2008
Senior House Officer, Ophthalmology, Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, U.K.
April 1997 to June 1999
Research Registrar, Ophthalmology, Oxford Eye Hospital & Nuffield Institute of Ophthalmology, Oxford University, U.K.
August 1996 to February 1997
Senior House Officer, Ophthalmology, Cheltenham General Hospital, U.K
August 1995 to August 1996
Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (UNSW)
Dr Banerjee is an Australian trained Ophthalmologist with two-year subspecialty Retina Fellowship from London Dr Banerjee has also had extensive General Ophthalmology training from Sydney Eye Hospital, Prince of Wales Hospital Sydney, Melbourne, Cheltenham, Oxford, London UK and Houston Texas USA
Dr Banerjee has an interest in training and teaching and she is a talented public speaker. She initiated the medical student teaching program at Nepean Hospital for University of Sydney Medical Students.
Publications
Ophthalmology M.H.Tan, I.L. McAllister, G. Banerjee, N.Verma, M.Gillies, T Wong. Randomized controlled trial of intravitreal ranibizumab versus standard grid laser for macular edema following branch retinal vein occlusion. AJO-13-390R2, American Journal of Ophthalmology
Malhotra R., Banerjee G., Brampton W., Price N.C. Comparison of the Cardiovascular Effects of 2.5% Phenylephrine and 10% Phenylephrine during Ophthalmic Surgery. Eye, Part 6, Volume 12 December 1998
Kaines A, Versace P, Banerjee G, Coroneo M. Intraocular contact lens tamponade to facilitate penetrating keratoplasty in perforated corneas. J Cataract Refract Surg. 2005 May; 31(5): 876-8
Prizes
Pfizer RANZCO Foundation Scholarship
2005 for Surgical work in Myanmar
Heidelberg International Spectralis Symposium Nice France 2008
First Prize for Best Presentation Autofluorescence in Carcinoma Associated Retinopathy
Fred Hollows Foundation
2009, 2010, 2012 Sponsored Lecturer Cambodia
Dr Banerjee is an Australian trained Ophthalmologist with two-year subspecialty Retina Fellowship from London Dr Banerjee has also had extensive General Ophthalmology training from Sydney Eye Hospital, Prince of Wales Hospital Sydney, Melbourne, Cheltenham, Oxford, London UK and Houston Texas USA
Dr Banerjee has an interest in training and teaching and she is a talented public speaker. She initiated the medical student teaching program at Nepean Hospital for University of Sydney Medical Students.
Publications
Ophthalmology M.H.Tan, I.L. McAllister, G. Banerjee, N.Verma, M.Gillies, T Wong. Randomized controlled trial of intravitreal ranibizumab versus standard grid laser for macular edema following branch retinal vein occlusion. AJO-13-390R2, American Journal of Ophthalmology
Malhotra R., Banerjee G., Brampton W., Price N.C. Comparison of the Cardiovascular Effects of 2.5% Phenylephrine and 10% Phenylephrine during Ophthalmic Surgery. Eye, Part 6, Volume 12 December 1998
Kaines A, Versace P, Banerjee G, Coroneo M. Intraocular contact lens tamponade to facilitate penetrating keratoplasty in perforated corneas. J Cataract Refract Surg. 2005 May; 31(5): 876-8
Prizes
Pfizer RANZCO Foundation Scholarship
2005 for Surgical work in Myanmar
Heidelberg International Spectralis Symposium Nice France 2008
First Prize for Best Presentation Autofluorescence in Carcinoma Associated Retinopathy
Fred Hollows Foundation
2009, 2010, 2012 Sponsored Lecturer Cambodia
Dr Banerjee’s main aims are to serve the population of Greater Western Sydney always offering the latest technology in ophthalmology and to provide the highest possible clinical service to the region.Fellowships
Current Hospital Appointments
Visiting Medical Officer
Bourke Hospital
Visiting Medical Officer
Nepean Hospital Springwood
Visiting Ophthalmologist
Epping Surgery Centre
Nepean Private Hospital
Parramatta Eye Centre
Previous Appointments
July 2006 to July 2008
Ophthalmologist – various locations
March 2005-June 2006
Staff Specialist Sydney Eye Hospital
2006
Ophthalmology Registrar, Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney
January 2002-2005
Ophthalmology Registrar, Royal Victoria Eye & Ear Hospital, Melbourne (Locum)
October 2001 to January 2002
Ophthalmology Registrar, Prince of Wales Hospital, Randwick NSW (Locum)
November1999 to February 2000
Fellowships
Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO)
Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists United Kingdom (FRCOphth)
Memberships
Australian Medical Association
Australia & New Zealand Society of Retina Specialists
Australia & New Zealand Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
American Academy of Ophthalmologists
American Society of Retina Specialists
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
European Society of Retina Specialists
Fellow of Royal Society of Medicine, UK
Medical Education
Ophthalmic Science Examiner
Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists
Teaching
Sydney Medical School Nepean
Current Hospital Appointments
Visiting Medical Officer
Bourke Hospital
Visiting Medical Officer
Nepean Hospital Springwood
Visiting Ophthalmologist
Epping Surgery Centre
Nepean Private Hospital
Parramatta Eye Centre
Previous Appointments
July 2006 to July 2008
Ophthalmologist – various locations
March 2005-June 2006
Staff Specialist Sydney Eye Hospital
2006
Ophthalmology Registrar, Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney
January 2002-2005
Ophthalmology Registrar, Royal Victoria Eye & Ear Hospital, Melbourne (Locum)
October 2001 to January 2002
Ophthalmology Registrar, Prince of Wales Hospital, Randwick NSW (Locum)
November1999 to February 2000
Fellowships
Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO)
Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists United Kingdom (FRCOphth)
Memberships
Australian Medical Association
Australia & New Zealand Society of Retina Specialists
Australia & New Zealand Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
American Academy of Ophthalmologists
American Society of Retina Specialists
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
European Society of Retina Specialists
Fellow of Royal Society of Medicine, UK
Medical Education
Ophthalmic Science Examiner
Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists
Teaching
Sydney Medical School Nepean
Dr Graeme Wards
General Ophthalmology, Paediatric Ophthalmology, Glaucoma, Retinopathy of Prematurity
Dr Graeme Wards
General Ophthalmology, Paediatric Ophthalmology, Glaucoma, Retinopathy of Prematurity
Dr Wards graduated in medicine and surgery from Otago University in New Zealand.
He undertook 2 years general medical/surgical training before commencing ophthalmology training at Wellington Eye Hospital, New Zealand. For 3 years he was the sole Ophthalmic Registrar at Wellington Eye Hospital.
Dr Wards completed his training at Sydney Eye Hospital to gain ophthalmic fellowship. He spent time at Hobart Hospital and Westmead Hospital as senior ophthalmic registrar.
Fellowships
Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO)
He undertook 2 years general medical/surgical training before commencing ophthalmology training at Wellington Eye Hospital, New Zealand. For 3 years he was the sole Ophthalmic Registrar at Wellington Eye Hospital.
Dr Wards completed his training at Sydney Eye Hospital to gain ophthalmic fellowship. He spent time at Hobart Hospital and Westmead Hospital as senior ophthalmic registrar.
Fellowships
Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO)
Dr Graeme Wards is a consultant ophthalmologist at Nepean Valley Eye Surgeons.
In 1986 Dr Wards commenced private practice in Penrith. In 2011 Dr Wards sold his private practice to Dr Gayatri Banerjee and Nepean Valley Eye Surgeons was born. Dr Wards
now spends one day per fortnight in the practice seeing only children.
Memberships
* AMA
Current Hospital Appointments
* Visiting Medical Officer
* Nepean Hospital
* Areas of interest in ophthalmology
Medical Education
RANZCO Conferences
Teaching Sydney Medical School Nepean
In 1986 Dr Wards commenced private practice in Penrith. In 2011 Dr Wards sold his private practice to Dr Gayatri Banerjee and Nepean Valley Eye Surgeons was born. Dr Wards
now spends one day per fortnight in the practice seeing only children.
Memberships
* AMA
Current Hospital Appointments
* Visiting Medical Officer
* Nepean Hospital
* Areas of interest in ophthalmology
Medical Education
RANZCO Conferences
Teaching Sydney Medical School Nepean
Dr Season Yeung
Cataract surgery, Corneal Transplantation, Sutureless Pterygium Surgery, Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery & General Ophthalmology
Dr Season Yeung
Cataract surgery, Corneal Transplantation, Sutureless Pterygium Surgery, Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery & General Ophthalmology
August, 2014
Mar 2013 - Jun 2014 :Canada
Dec 2005 - Dec 2011 :New Zealand
Dec 2005 - Dec 2011 :New Zealand
* Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists
* Master of Medical Science, University of Western Australia
* Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, University of Western Australia
* Master of Medical Science, University of Western Australia
* Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, University of Western Australia
Mar 2020 – Current Corneal Specialist
Sydney/Sydney Eye Hospital, NSW
Sep 2016 – Current Corneal Specialist
Westmead Hospital, NSW
Sep 2015 – Current Visiting Medical Officer (Ophthalmology)
Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital, NSW
Mar 2013 – Jun 2014 Clinical Fellow in Cornea, External Disease, Anterior Segment and Refractive Surgery
University of Ottawa Eye Institute, Ottawa, Canada
Aug 2012 – Feb 2013 Senior Ophthalmology Registrar
Monash Health, Victoria
Feb 2012 – Aug 2012 Senior Ophthalmology Registrar
The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, Victoria
Sydney/Sydney Eye Hospital, NSW
Sep 2016 – Current Corneal Specialist
Westmead Hospital, NSW
Sep 2015 – Current Visiting Medical Officer (Ophthalmology)
Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital, NSW
Mar 2013 – Jun 2014 Clinical Fellow in Cornea, External Disease, Anterior Segment and Refractive Surgery
University of Ottawa Eye Institute, Ottawa, Canada
Aug 2012 – Feb 2013 Senior Ophthalmology Registrar
Monash Health, Victoria
Feb 2012 – Aug 2012 Senior Ophthalmology Registrar
The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, Victoria
Penrith
Penrith Eye Specialist Centre
26 Higgins Street Penrith NSW 2750
(02)47323944
GP's:
Dr Jay Chandra
Retina, Cataracts
January, 1970
Jan 1979 - Dec 1979 : California (Retina Fellow)
Dr Jay Chandra trained as an Ophthalmologist at Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney and at Sydney Eye Hospital.
At the Prince of Wales Hospital he trained under the guidance of the late Professor Fred Hollows.
His sub-speciality training in vitreoretinal diseases was undertaken over the course of a further two years at Sydney Eye Hospital and Jules Stein Eye Institute, California, USA.
At the Prince of Wales Hospital he trained under the guidance of the late Professor Fred Hollows.
His sub-speciality training in vitreoretinal diseases was undertaken over the course of a further two years at Sydney Eye Hospital and Jules Stein Eye Institute, California, USA.
Specialising in the treatment and surgery of diseases of the retina, Dr. Chandra deals with conditions such as macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment and diabetic vitreous haemorrhage.
In 2006 he established the Fiji Eye Project, offering free cataract and other surgeries to the poor and underprivileged in Lautoka, Fiji. Over the past 10 years he and his team has operated on close to 1000 cataracts, giving vision to these patients, who otherwise would be unable to gain access to quality eye surgery. For his work both in Australia and overseas, Dr. Jay Chandra was awarded the Order of Australia in 2016.
Dr. Chandra has hospital attachments at Westmead Public Hospital as VMO: Vitreoretinal surgery and at Nepean Private Hospital.
In 2006 he established the Fiji Eye Project, offering free cataract and other surgeries to the poor and underprivileged in Lautoka, Fiji. Over the past 10 years he and his team has operated on close to 1000 cataracts, giving vision to these patients, who otherwise would be unable to gain access to quality eye surgery. For his work both in Australia and overseas, Dr. Jay Chandra was awarded the Order of Australia in 2016.
Dr. Chandra has hospital attachments at Westmead Public Hospital as VMO: Vitreoretinal surgery and at Nepean Private Hospital.
Raymond Terrace
Newcastle Eye Centre
Shop 6a, 2 The Close, Raymond Terrace 2324
02 4929 5969
GP's:
Dr Eugene Hollenbach
Cataract, Oculoplastics, Cosmetic facial surgery, Medical retina
November, 2001
January 1999 to September 1999 - Queens Square Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, London.
October 1999 to October 2000 - Fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery, medical retina and diabetic retinopathy at Western Eye Hospital Marylebone and Hammersmith Hospital London.
October 2000 to October 2001 - Fellowship in oculoplastics, orbital surgery, lacrimal surgery and facial cosmetic surgery at Western Eye Hospital, Marylebone and Charing Cross Hospital, London.
January 1996 to January 1999 - Ophthalmology Fellowship training through Australian New Zealand College of Ophthalmology based at Sydney Eye Hospital.
October 1999 to October 2000 - Fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery, medical retina and diabetic retinopathy at Western Eye Hospital Marylebone and Hammersmith Hospital London.
October 2000 to October 2001 - Fellowship in oculoplastics, orbital surgery, lacrimal surgery and facial cosmetic surgery at Western Eye Hospital, Marylebone and Charing Cross Hospital, London.
January 1996 to January 1999 - Ophthalmology Fellowship training through Australian New Zealand College of Ophthalmology based at Sydney Eye Hospital.
Medical degree completed in 1984
Extensive training in neonatal paediatrics including emergency air flight retrieval of sick neonates around Victoria based at Royal Women's Hospital, Melbourne and Mercy Maternity Hospital, Melbourne from 1987 - 1994.
Extensive training in neonatal paediatrics including emergency air flight retrieval of sick neonates around Victoria based at Royal Women's Hospital, Melbourne and Mercy Maternity Hospital, Melbourne from 1987 - 1994.
Dr Hollenbach has fellowships in -
1. oculoplastics.
2. neuro-ophthalmology
3. medical and surgical retina.
Dr Hollenbach is the principal of the practice and has done well over twenty thousand cataract operations and operates private at both Lingard Hospital and Maitland Private Hospital and publicly at Kurri Kurri Hospital where he always maintains a very short waiting list, meaning patients do not have to wait long for cataract surgery. New Eye Vision is a separate entity run through New Eye Centre based for patients with cataracts who are non insured, but wish to have their surgery done privately. We are able to offer this surgery at a discounted rate compared to having the surgery in any normal private facility for non insured patients.
Dr Hollenbach has done many thousands of eyelid procedures including ectropion, entropion repair, ptosis surgery, blepharoplasty, brow lifts and other cosmetic procedures such as cheek lifts and has extensive experience in peri-ocular cancer treatment, especially for BCC's and SCC's. He has also had extensive experience in orbital surgery and welcomes patients who have any orbital masses or diseases for review.
The last part of oculoplastics is the lacrimal system where Dr Hollenbach performs dacryocystorhinostomies, both externally and endonasally and also treats patients with recalcitrant blepharitis and dry eye with modalities such as IPL.
In the field of retina, Dr Hollenbach has extensive experience in treating patients with macular degeneration where he performs, not only intravitreal injections, but also offers 2RT sub thermal laser to try and slow progression of patients with macular drusen. He has had extensive treatment with diabetes and offers state of the art treatment for his diabetic patients which he attempts to see on a regular basis for many years to try and slow the progression of maculopathy using a combination of sub thermal laser and intravitreal therapies as part of the diagnostic treatment of macular diseases and also neuro-ophthalmology. Dr Hollenbach has a full suite of optic nerve diagnostic equipment including OCT, fluorescein angiography, ICG, electrophysiology and micro-perimetry. Patients from Maitland are seen locally where there is a full suite of diagnostic and treatment modalities meaning they do not have to travel and patients from Raymond Terrace can often have more extensive treatments done in Maitland, but intravitreal injections and OCT scanning as well as visual fields can all be done in Raymond Terrace.
Similarly field testing, OCT and intravitreal injections can be done in the Nelson Bay practice and so patients only need to travel down to Newcastle if they are having any more specific treatments.
1. oculoplastics.
2. neuro-ophthalmology
3. medical and surgical retina.
Dr Hollenbach is the principal of the practice and has done well over twenty thousand cataract operations and operates private at both Lingard Hospital and Maitland Private Hospital and publicly at Kurri Kurri Hospital where he always maintains a very short waiting list, meaning patients do not have to wait long for cataract surgery. New Eye Vision is a separate entity run through New Eye Centre based for patients with cataracts who are non insured, but wish to have their surgery done privately. We are able to offer this surgery at a discounted rate compared to having the surgery in any normal private facility for non insured patients.
Dr Hollenbach has done many thousands of eyelid procedures including ectropion, entropion repair, ptosis surgery, blepharoplasty, brow lifts and other cosmetic procedures such as cheek lifts and has extensive experience in peri-ocular cancer treatment, especially for BCC's and SCC's. He has also had extensive experience in orbital surgery and welcomes patients who have any orbital masses or diseases for review.
The last part of oculoplastics is the lacrimal system where Dr Hollenbach performs dacryocystorhinostomies, both externally and endonasally and also treats patients with recalcitrant blepharitis and dry eye with modalities such as IPL.
In the field of retina, Dr Hollenbach has extensive experience in treating patients with macular degeneration where he performs, not only intravitreal injections, but also offers 2RT sub thermal laser to try and slow progression of patients with macular drusen. He has had extensive treatment with diabetes and offers state of the art treatment for his diabetic patients which he attempts to see on a regular basis for many years to try and slow the progression of maculopathy using a combination of sub thermal laser and intravitreal therapies as part of the diagnostic treatment of macular diseases and also neuro-ophthalmology. Dr Hollenbach has a full suite of optic nerve diagnostic equipment including OCT, fluorescein angiography, ICG, electrophysiology and micro-perimetry. Patients from Maitland are seen locally where there is a full suite of diagnostic and treatment modalities meaning they do not have to travel and patients from Raymond Terrace can often have more extensive treatments done in Maitland, but intravitreal injections and OCT scanning as well as visual fields can all be done in Raymond Terrace.
Similarly field testing, OCT and intravitreal injections can be done in the Nelson Bay practice and so patients only need to travel down to Newcastle if they are having any more specific treatments.
Dr A. Gittos
Cataract, Oculoplastics, Lacrimal Surgery, Ocular Oncology & General Ophthalmology
Dr A. Gittos
Cataract, Oculoplastics, Lacrimal Surgery, Ocular Oncology & General Ophthalmology
June, 2016
Jan 1997 - May 2016 United Kingdom
Qualified in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Auckland School of Medicine, New Zealand. (MBChB)
Specialist training in Ophthalmology with the Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO).
Subspecialist training in Oculoplastic and Lacrimal Surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London & in Ocular Oncology at Moorfields Eye Hospital London, St. Barts Hospital London, and at St Pauls Eye Unit Liverpool
Specialist training in Ophthalmology with the Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO).
Subspecialist training in Oculoplastic and Lacrimal Surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London & in Ocular Oncology at Moorfields Eye Hospital London, St. Barts Hospital London, and at St Pauls Eye Unit Liverpool
On completing four years training in Ophthalmology with RANZCO I moved to the United Kingdom to complete further subspecialty training in Oculoplastic Surgery, and subsequently Ocular Oncology, at Moorfields Eye Hospital London.
In total I worked at Moorfields Eye Hospital for seven years, of which two years were in Oculoplastic, Orbital and Lacrimal surgery, and a further three years in Ocular Oncology. Throughout this period I trained directly under several internationally acclaimed specialists in their field, including Professor JRO Collin, Mr G Rose and Mr A Tyers in Oculoplastic and Lacrimal Surgery, and Mr JL Hungerford in Ocular Oncology. Several periods intervening between these appointments were spent further expanding my experience in other departments at Moorfields, including Medical Retina, Uveitis, Glaucoma and Cataract Surgery.
I was also appointed to Moorfields as a locum Consultant Oculoplastic Surgeon for a fixed period of one year, during which time I managed patients referred from other ophthalmologists, and oculoplastic surgeons, from throughout the United Kingdom.
Following my time in London I moved to Liverpool for an additional six months working with Professor B Damato in Ocular Oncology at the St Paul's Eye Unit.
From 2004 to 2016 I worked full time as a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon in the public sector in the south of England. Over this period I amassed considerable experience and expertise in cataract surgery, medical and surgical management of glaucoma, lacrimal surgery, and both cosmetic and reconstructive oculoplastic surgery to the eyelids and upper face.
As a fully trained Ocular Oncologist I have performed over two hundred radioactive plaque insertions for ocular melanoma and several hundred enucleations for melanoma and retinoblastoma. I have considerable experience in the management of ocular surface tumours including squamous neoplasia and conjunctival melanoma using surgery, radioactive plaque, and topical drop treatments. At the time London was one of the busiest centres in the world for the treatment of retinoblastoma and I gained considerable experience in the diagnosis and management of this rare condition.
As a subspecialist Oculoplastic Surgeon, I am specifically qualified in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the periocular region and upper face. I have considerable expertise and experience in the management of eyelid tumours, including eyelid reconstruction following tumour excision, using a wide range of techniques. I have experience and am specifically trained in both functional and cosmetic blepharoplasty, surgery for the correction of ptosis and eyelid malposition, as well as eyebrow surgery, and have considerable experience in surgery for disorders of the lacrimal drainage system.
Since 2016 I have been based in Newcastle at The Newcastle Eye Centre, also consulting at Raymond Terrace, Nelson Bay, and Maitland. I operate privately at Lingard Hospital in Newcastle and at East Maitland Private Hospital. I also hold a public appointment with the Hunter and New England Health Authority consulting at the John Hunter Hospital, and operating at Kurri Kurri Hospital.
In total I worked at Moorfields Eye Hospital for seven years, of which two years were in Oculoplastic, Orbital and Lacrimal surgery, and a further three years in Ocular Oncology. Throughout this period I trained directly under several internationally acclaimed specialists in their field, including Professor JRO Collin, Mr G Rose and Mr A Tyers in Oculoplastic and Lacrimal Surgery, and Mr JL Hungerford in Ocular Oncology. Several periods intervening between these appointments were spent further expanding my experience in other departments at Moorfields, including Medical Retina, Uveitis, Glaucoma and Cataract Surgery.
I was also appointed to Moorfields as a locum Consultant Oculoplastic Surgeon for a fixed period of one year, during which time I managed patients referred from other ophthalmologists, and oculoplastic surgeons, from throughout the United Kingdom.
Following my time in London I moved to Liverpool for an additional six months working with Professor B Damato in Ocular Oncology at the St Paul's Eye Unit.
From 2004 to 2016 I worked full time as a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon in the public sector in the south of England. Over this period I amassed considerable experience and expertise in cataract surgery, medical and surgical management of glaucoma, lacrimal surgery, and both cosmetic and reconstructive oculoplastic surgery to the eyelids and upper face.
As a fully trained Ocular Oncologist I have performed over two hundred radioactive plaque insertions for ocular melanoma and several hundred enucleations for melanoma and retinoblastoma. I have considerable experience in the management of ocular surface tumours including squamous neoplasia and conjunctival melanoma using surgery, radioactive plaque, and topical drop treatments. At the time London was one of the busiest centres in the world for the treatment of retinoblastoma and I gained considerable experience in the diagnosis and management of this rare condition.
As a subspecialist Oculoplastic Surgeon, I am specifically qualified in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the periocular region and upper face. I have considerable expertise and experience in the management of eyelid tumours, including eyelid reconstruction following tumour excision, using a wide range of techniques. I have experience and am specifically trained in both functional and cosmetic blepharoplasty, surgery for the correction of ptosis and eyelid malposition, as well as eyebrow surgery, and have considerable experience in surgery for disorders of the lacrimal drainage system.
Since 2016 I have been based in Newcastle at The Newcastle Eye Centre, also consulting at Raymond Terrace, Nelson Bay, and Maitland. I operate privately at Lingard Hospital in Newcastle and at East Maitland Private Hospital. I also hold a public appointment with the Hunter and New England Health Authority consulting at the John Hunter Hospital, and operating at Kurri Kurri Hospital.
Richmond
Greater Western Sydney Eye Surgeons
Heritage House C, Richmond Marketplace 78 March St Richmond NSW 2753
1300 37 2448
GP's:
Dr Alison Chiu
Cataract Surgery, Refractive Surgery, General Ophthalmology
February, 2013
UNDERGRADUATE STUDY
B. Med. Sc. (First Class Honours), The University of Sydney M.B., B.S. (Hons), The University of Sydney
POSTGRADUATE STUDY
Ph.D. (Medicine), The University of Sydney (Cambridge University, University College London) Fellowship, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) Graduate Diploma in Refractive Surgery, The University of Sydney
Certificate, Leaders of Learning, Harvard University
B. Med. Sc. (First Class Honours), The University of Sydney M.B., B.S. (Hons), The University of Sydney
POSTGRADUATE STUDY
Ph.D. (Medicine), The University of Sydney (Cambridge University, University College London) Fellowship, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) Graduate Diploma in Refractive Surgery, The University of Sydney
Certificate, Leaders of Learning, Harvard University
SUMMARY:
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
VMO Nepean Hospital (since 2018)
VMO Springwood Hospital (since 2015)
VMO Bankstown Hospital (since 2012)
VMO (Locum) Concord Hospital (6 months, 2014)
Fellowship - General Ophthalmology and Refractive Surgery / Medical Retina
Macquarie University Hospital
Accredited ophthalmology training with Sydney Eye Hospital and secondments
Three years of broad clinical medical experience, one year of experience as basic surgical trainee, one year at medical registrar level
ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS
Conjoint Lecturer – UNSW
Previous – Lecturer and Tutor – University of Sydney
CLINICAL TRIALS
Consultant Ophthalmologist – Kinghorn Cancer Centre BRIGhT – Application pending for Research Grant, SWSLHD
GOVERNANCE
VMO at 3 Public Hospitals
Councillor, Federal RANZCO (Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists) Secretary, Executive Committee, NSW Branch, RANZCO
Organising Committee, RANZCO NSW ASM 2020, 2023
Chair of Morbidity and Mortality, NBMLHD
Interview panel, Registrar position, Bankstown Hospital
Co-Author - Health Pathways for GPs NBMLHD
Advisory Board – Eye Care and improving surgical outcomes and satisfaction
Medical Advisory Committee, private day hospital, Sydney (since 2014)
National Governance Committee, College of Physicians
Postgraduate Medical Council, JMO representative (intern)
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Examiner, Ophthalmic sciences, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists Supervisor of Registrar Training, Bankstown Hospital, South Western Sydney Local Health District Conjoint Lecturer, University of New South Wales
Three years as Anatomy Tutor, Lecturer, Dissection room demonstrator, University of Sydney
Since 1995 - Formal and informal education of medical students, junior doctors, and other allied health staff
PUBLICATIONS
Six papers published
One book chapter published by Oxford University Press
Four published abstracts
Writer for Australian Doctor Magazine – Therapy Updates and Case Studies.
PRESENTATIONS
Invited panelist, international webinar
Three oral presentations at international conferences, one as invited speaker Eight oral presentations at national conferences, six as invited speaker
One poster presentation at a national conference
One international and one national workshop
Scholarships/Prizes
UNIVERSITY
1994 - John Irvine Hunter Prize. Prosectors Competition. Department of Anatomy and Histology, University of Sydney. (Specimen currently bottled and on display in the Wilson Museum)
DETAILS:
RESEARCH
1996 - Australian Postgraduate Award. The Commonwealth Government.
Australian and New Zealand Forensic Science Society Scholarship. Awarded to cover attendance costs at international conference.
Gold Medal. Australian and New Zealand Forensic Science Society. Awarded for ‘best overall paper presentation’ at international Symposium.
1997 - British Chevening Scholarship. The British Council. Awarded to conduct PhD studies at University College London and Cambridge University for 6 months.
1999 - Postgraduate Travel Grant. Faculty of Medicine, The University of Sydney.
Honorary Student Membership. Commendation for submitted paper. The Royal Society (NSW
branch).
2000 - Honourable mention, Albert A. Dalhberg Award. Awarded by the Dental Anthropology
Association for manuscript presented at international conference.
2002 - PhD/Medicine Scholarship. The Private Practice Fund, The Canberra Hospital.
Clinical Trials
Consultant Ophthalmologist for direct referrals from Kinghorn Cancer Centre (a joint facility of St Vincent’s Hospital and The Garvan Institute) for all clinical trial patients, to detect eye pathology for inclusion to and exclusion from clinical trials, as well as monitoring complications and side effects of trial medications. This involves comprehensive anterior and posterior segment examinations.
Associate Investigator: Current funding from NHMRC, Supported by The George Institute for Global Health: Best Practice Surgical and Refractive (BRIGhT) management strategy for cataract, which combines expedited sequential cataract surgery and provision of necessary refractive correction through updated spectacle lenses within 2 weeks of second eye surgery. Site SWSLHD.
Current funding application for Translational Research Grants Scheme, Supported by Agency for Clinical Innovation (ACI): A Vision for Integrated hospital and community management of chronic eye diseases: Effectiveness and adaptability of Community-Eye-Care (C-EYE-C) - does it promote access, is it cost- effective and does it meet patients’ needs?
Publications
2018-present Ophthalmology contributor – “Australian Doctor” magazine.
Paper and digital print circulated to over 20,000 General Practitioners
A GPs guide to the impact of digital screens on young eyes. 17 April 2018 Therapy update: diagnosis and management of dry eye for GPs. 25 October 2019
Chiu A.L.S. Gatinel, D. Howes. F, Tenen, A. Corbett, D. Catt, C. Males, J. Snibson, G. Expanding the Surgical Practice of the General Ophthalmologist – Correction of Refractive Error. Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. 2022, 49(8): 816.
Chiu A.L.S, Lockington, D. Ang, A. Apel, A.J.G. Lahood, B.R. Sutton, G. Harrisberg, B. Improving refractive outcomes in Pseudophakic Patients – Secondary sulcus piggyback lenses, IOL exchange, and toric lens use. Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. 2022, 49(8): 836.
Thurtell MJ, Chiu ALS, Goold LA, Akdal G, Cromptom JL, Ahmed R, Madge SN, Selva D, Francis I, Ghabrial R, Ananda A, Gibson J, Chan R, Thompson EO, Rodriguez M, McCluskey PJ, Halmagyi GM. Neuro-ophthalmology of invasive fungal sinusitis: 14 consecutive patients and a review of the literature. Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. 2013, 41(6): 567-576.
Choy E.T., Chiu, A., Young, J., Butow, P., and Spillane, A. (2005) A pilot study to evaluate the impact on patient outcomes of involving breast cancer patients in the multidisciplinary clinic discussion of their surgery results and treatment. ANZ Journal of Surgery. 2005; 75 (s1): A31. Abstract.
Chiu, A.L.S, and Robertson, M. Chapter 38: Psychiatric Trauma. In: Sherry, E., Trieu, L. and Templeton, J. (eds.) Trauma. Oxford University Press, Oxford. 2003; 632-644.
Chiu, A.L.S. Forensic and anthropological aspects of variation in dental metrics in two contemporary Australian populations. American Journal of Physical Anthropology. 2000; 30 (Suppl): 123. Abstract.
Chiu, A.L.S. and Donlon, D. Anthropological and Forensic Aspects of Odontometric Variation in Two Contemporary Australian Populations. Journal of the Dental Anthropology Association. 2000; 14 (2): 20-37.
Chiu, A.L.S., Sherry, E. and Phung, X. Accessibility of clinical information on the web: Just try to be specific. Nature. 1999; 401 (6749): 111.
Keay K.A., Crowfoot L.J., Floyd N.S., Henderson L.A., Christie M.J. and Bandler R. (1997) Cardiovascular effects of microinjections of opioid agonists into the 'Depressor Region' of the ventrolateral periaqueductal gray region. Brain Research. 1997; 762(1-2):61-71. Acknowledgement for experimental work Conference
*** For further full detail: Please click thru to practice website to access this.
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
VMO Nepean Hospital (since 2018)
VMO Springwood Hospital (since 2015)
VMO Bankstown Hospital (since 2012)
VMO (Locum) Concord Hospital (6 months, 2014)
Fellowship - General Ophthalmology and Refractive Surgery / Medical Retina
Macquarie University Hospital
Accredited ophthalmology training with Sydney Eye Hospital and secondments
Three years of broad clinical medical experience, one year of experience as basic surgical trainee, one year at medical registrar level
ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS
Conjoint Lecturer – UNSW
Previous – Lecturer and Tutor – University of Sydney
CLINICAL TRIALS
Consultant Ophthalmologist – Kinghorn Cancer Centre BRIGhT – Application pending for Research Grant, SWSLHD
GOVERNANCE
VMO at 3 Public Hospitals
Councillor, Federal RANZCO (Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists) Secretary, Executive Committee, NSW Branch, RANZCO
Organising Committee, RANZCO NSW ASM 2020, 2023
Chair of Morbidity and Mortality, NBMLHD
Interview panel, Registrar position, Bankstown Hospital
Co-Author - Health Pathways for GPs NBMLHD
Advisory Board – Eye Care and improving surgical outcomes and satisfaction
Medical Advisory Committee, private day hospital, Sydney (since 2014)
National Governance Committee, College of Physicians
Postgraduate Medical Council, JMO representative (intern)
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Examiner, Ophthalmic sciences, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists Supervisor of Registrar Training, Bankstown Hospital, South Western Sydney Local Health District Conjoint Lecturer, University of New South Wales
Three years as Anatomy Tutor, Lecturer, Dissection room demonstrator, University of Sydney
Since 1995 - Formal and informal education of medical students, junior doctors, and other allied health staff
PUBLICATIONS
Six papers published
One book chapter published by Oxford University Press
Four published abstracts
Writer for Australian Doctor Magazine – Therapy Updates and Case Studies.
PRESENTATIONS
Invited panelist, international webinar
Three oral presentations at international conferences, one as invited speaker Eight oral presentations at national conferences, six as invited speaker
One poster presentation at a national conference
One international and one national workshop
Scholarships/Prizes
UNIVERSITY
1994 - John Irvine Hunter Prize. Prosectors Competition. Department of Anatomy and Histology, University of Sydney. (Specimen currently bottled and on display in the Wilson Museum)
DETAILS:
RESEARCH
1996 - Australian Postgraduate Award. The Commonwealth Government.
Australian and New Zealand Forensic Science Society Scholarship. Awarded to cover attendance costs at international conference.
Gold Medal. Australian and New Zealand Forensic Science Society. Awarded for ‘best overall paper presentation’ at international Symposium.
1997 - British Chevening Scholarship. The British Council. Awarded to conduct PhD studies at University College London and Cambridge University for 6 months.
1999 - Postgraduate Travel Grant. Faculty of Medicine, The University of Sydney.
Honorary Student Membership. Commendation for submitted paper. The Royal Society (NSW
branch).
2000 - Honourable mention, Albert A. Dalhberg Award. Awarded by the Dental Anthropology
Association for manuscript presented at international conference.
2002 - PhD/Medicine Scholarship. The Private Practice Fund, The Canberra Hospital.
Clinical Trials
Consultant Ophthalmologist for direct referrals from Kinghorn Cancer Centre (a joint facility of St Vincent’s Hospital and The Garvan Institute) for all clinical trial patients, to detect eye pathology for inclusion to and exclusion from clinical trials, as well as monitoring complications and side effects of trial medications. This involves comprehensive anterior and posterior segment examinations.
Associate Investigator: Current funding from NHMRC, Supported by The George Institute for Global Health: Best Practice Surgical and Refractive (BRIGhT) management strategy for cataract, which combines expedited sequential cataract surgery and provision of necessary refractive correction through updated spectacle lenses within 2 weeks of second eye surgery. Site SWSLHD.
Current funding application for Translational Research Grants Scheme, Supported by Agency for Clinical Innovation (ACI): A Vision for Integrated hospital and community management of chronic eye diseases: Effectiveness and adaptability of Community-Eye-Care (C-EYE-C) - does it promote access, is it cost- effective and does it meet patients’ needs?
Publications
2018-present Ophthalmology contributor – “Australian Doctor” magazine.
Paper and digital print circulated to over 20,000 General Practitioners
A GPs guide to the impact of digital screens on young eyes. 17 April 2018 Therapy update: diagnosis and management of dry eye for GPs. 25 October 2019
Chiu A.L.S. Gatinel, D. Howes. F, Tenen, A. Corbett, D. Catt, C. Males, J. Snibson, G. Expanding the Surgical Practice of the General Ophthalmologist – Correction of Refractive Error. Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. 2022, 49(8): 816.
Chiu A.L.S, Lockington, D. Ang, A. Apel, A.J.G. Lahood, B.R. Sutton, G. Harrisberg, B. Improving refractive outcomes in Pseudophakic Patients – Secondary sulcus piggyback lenses, IOL exchange, and toric lens use. Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. 2022, 49(8): 836.
Thurtell MJ, Chiu ALS, Goold LA, Akdal G, Cromptom JL, Ahmed R, Madge SN, Selva D, Francis I, Ghabrial R, Ananda A, Gibson J, Chan R, Thompson EO, Rodriguez M, McCluskey PJ, Halmagyi GM. Neuro-ophthalmology of invasive fungal sinusitis: 14 consecutive patients and a review of the literature. Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. 2013, 41(6): 567-576.
Choy E.T., Chiu, A., Young, J., Butow, P., and Spillane, A. (2005) A pilot study to evaluate the impact on patient outcomes of involving breast cancer patients in the multidisciplinary clinic discussion of their surgery results and treatment. ANZ Journal of Surgery. 2005; 75 (s1): A31. Abstract.
Chiu, A.L.S, and Robertson, M. Chapter 38: Psychiatric Trauma. In: Sherry, E., Trieu, L. and Templeton, J. (eds.) Trauma. Oxford University Press, Oxford. 2003; 632-644.
Chiu, A.L.S. Forensic and anthropological aspects of variation in dental metrics in two contemporary Australian populations. American Journal of Physical Anthropology. 2000; 30 (Suppl): 123. Abstract.
Chiu, A.L.S. and Donlon, D. Anthropological and Forensic Aspects of Odontometric Variation in Two Contemporary Australian Populations. Journal of the Dental Anthropology Association. 2000; 14 (2): 20-37.
Chiu, A.L.S., Sherry, E. and Phung, X. Accessibility of clinical information on the web: Just try to be specific. Nature. 1999; 401 (6749): 111.
Keay K.A., Crowfoot L.J., Floyd N.S., Henderson L.A., Christie M.J. and Bandler R. (1997) Cardiovascular effects of microinjections of opioid agonists into the 'Depressor Region' of the ventrolateral periaqueductal gray region. Brain Research. 1997; 762(1-2):61-71. Acknowledgement for experimental work Conference
*** For further full detail: Please click thru to practice website to access this.
Sydney CBD
Envision Eye Centre
Level 12/187 Macquarie Street Sydney NSW 2000
(02) 9233 7333
GP's:
Dr Alison Chiu
Cataract Surgery, Refractive Surgery, General Ophthalmology
February, 2013
UNDERGRADUATE STUDY
B. Med. Sc. (First Class Honours), The University of Sydney M.B., B.S. (Hons), The University of Sydney
POSTGRADUATE STUDY
Ph.D. (Medicine), The University of Sydney (Cambridge University, University College London) Fellowship, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) Graduate Diploma in Refractive Surgery, The University of Sydney
Certificate, Leaders of Learning, Harvard University
B. Med. Sc. (First Class Honours), The University of Sydney M.B., B.S. (Hons), The University of Sydney
POSTGRADUATE STUDY
Ph.D. (Medicine), The University of Sydney (Cambridge University, University College London) Fellowship, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) Graduate Diploma in Refractive Surgery, The University of Sydney
Certificate, Leaders of Learning, Harvard University
SUMMARY:
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
VMO Nepean Hospital (since 2018)
VMO Springwood Hospital (since 2015)
VMO Bankstown Hospital (since 2012)
VMO (Locum) Concord Hospital (6 months, 2014)
Fellowship - General Ophthalmology and Refractive Surgery / Medical Retina
Macquarie University Hospital
Accredited ophthalmology training with Sydney Eye Hospital and secondments
Three years of broad clinical medical experience, one year of experience as basic surgical trainee, one year at medical registrar level
ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS
Conjoint Lecturer – UNSW
Previous – Lecturer and Tutor – University of Sydney
CLINICAL TRIALS
Consultant Ophthalmologist – Kinghorn Cancer Centre BRIGhT – Application pending for Research Grant, SWSLHD
GOVERNANCE
VMO at 3 Public Hospitals
Councillor, Federal RANZCO (Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists) Secretary, Executive Committee, NSW Branch, RANZCO
Organising Committee, RANZCO NSW ASM 2020, 2023
Chair of Morbidity and Mortality, NBMLHD
Interview panel, Registrar position, Bankstown Hospital
Co-Author - Health Pathways for GPs NBMLHD
Advisory Board – Eye Care and improving surgical outcomes and satisfaction
Medical Advisory Committee, private day hospital, Sydney (since 2014)
National Governance Committee, College of Physicians
Postgraduate Medical Council, JMO representative (intern)
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Examiner, Ophthalmic sciences, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists Supervisor of Registrar Training, Bankstown Hospital, South Western Sydney Local Health District Conjoint Lecturer, University of New South Wales
Three years as Anatomy Tutor, Lecturer, Dissection room demonstrator, University of Sydney
Since 1995 - Formal and informal education of medical students, junior doctors, and other allied health staff
PUBLICATIONS
Six papers published
One book chapter published by Oxford University Press
Four published abstracts
Writer for Australian Doctor Magazine – Therapy Updates and Case Studies.
PRESENTATIONS
Invited panelist, international webinar
Three oral presentations at international conferences, one as invited speaker Eight oral presentations at national conferences, six as invited speaker
One poster presentation at a national conference
One international and one national workshop
Scholarships/Prizes
UNIVERSITY
1994 - John Irvine Hunter Prize. Prosectors Competition. Department of Anatomy and Histology, University of Sydney. (Specimen currently bottled and on display in the Wilson Museum)
DETAILS:
RESEARCH
1996 - Australian Postgraduate Award. The Commonwealth Government.
Australian and New Zealand Forensic Science Society Scholarship. Awarded to cover attendance costs at international conference.
Gold Medal. Australian and New Zealand Forensic Science Society. Awarded for ‘best overall paper presentation’ at international Symposium.
1997 - British Chevening Scholarship. The British Council. Awarded to conduct PhD studies at University College London and Cambridge University for 6 months.
1999 - Postgraduate Travel Grant. Faculty of Medicine, The University of Sydney.
Honorary Student Membership. Commendation for submitted paper. The Royal Society (NSW
branch).
2000 - Honourable mention, Albert A. Dalhberg Award. Awarded by the Dental Anthropology
Association for manuscript presented at international conference.
2002 - PhD/Medicine Scholarship. The Private Practice Fund, The Canberra Hospital.
Clinical Trials
Consultant Ophthalmologist for direct referrals from Kinghorn Cancer Centre (a joint facility of St Vincent’s Hospital and The Garvan Institute) for all clinical trial patients, to detect eye pathology for inclusion to and exclusion from clinical trials, as well as monitoring complications and side effects of trial medications. This involves comprehensive anterior and posterior segment examinations.
Associate Investigator: Current funding from NHMRC, Supported by The George Institute for Global Health: Best Practice Surgical and Refractive (BRIGhT) management strategy for cataract, which combines expedited sequential cataract surgery and provision of necessary refractive correction through updated spectacle lenses within 2 weeks of second eye surgery. Site SWSLHD.
Current funding application for Translational Research Grants Scheme, Supported by Agency for Clinical Innovation (ACI): A Vision for Integrated hospital and community management of chronic eye diseases: Effectiveness and adaptability of Community-Eye-Care (C-EYE-C) - does it promote access, is it cost- effective and does it meet patients’ needs?
Publications
2018-present Ophthalmology contributor – “Australian Doctor” magazine.
Paper and digital print circulated to over 20,000 General Practitioners
A GPs guide to the impact of digital screens on young eyes. 17 April 2018 Therapy update: diagnosis and management of dry eye for GPs. 25 October 2019
Chiu A.L.S. Gatinel, D. Howes. F, Tenen, A. Corbett, D. Catt, C. Males, J. Snibson, G. Expanding the Surgical Practice of the General Ophthalmologist – Correction of Refractive Error. Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. 2022, 49(8): 816.
Chiu A.L.S, Lockington, D. Ang, A. Apel, A.J.G. Lahood, B.R. Sutton, G. Harrisberg, B. Improving refractive outcomes in Pseudophakic Patients – Secondary sulcus piggyback lenses, IOL exchange, and toric lens use. Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. 2022, 49(8): 836.
Thurtell MJ, Chiu ALS, Goold LA, Akdal G, Cromptom JL, Ahmed R, Madge SN, Selva D, Francis I, Ghabrial R, Ananda A, Gibson J, Chan R, Thompson EO, Rodriguez M, McCluskey PJ, Halmagyi GM. Neuro-ophthalmology of invasive fungal sinusitis: 14 consecutive patients and a review of the literature. Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. 2013, 41(6): 567-576.
Choy E.T., Chiu, A., Young, J., Butow, P., and Spillane, A. (2005) A pilot study to evaluate the impact on patient outcomes of involving breast cancer patients in the multidisciplinary clinic discussion of their surgery results and treatment. ANZ Journal of Surgery. 2005; 75 (s1): A31. Abstract.
Chiu, A.L.S, and Robertson, M. Chapter 38: Psychiatric Trauma. In: Sherry, E., Trieu, L. and Templeton, J. (eds.) Trauma. Oxford University Press, Oxford. 2003; 632-644.
Chiu, A.L.S. Forensic and anthropological aspects of variation in dental metrics in two contemporary Australian populations. American Journal of Physical Anthropology. 2000; 30 (Suppl): 123. Abstract.
Chiu, A.L.S. and Donlon, D. Anthropological and Forensic Aspects of Odontometric Variation in Two Contemporary Australian Populations. Journal of the Dental Anthropology Association. 2000; 14 (2): 20-37.
Chiu, A.L.S., Sherry, E. and Phung, X. Accessibility of clinical information on the web: Just try to be specific. Nature. 1999; 401 (6749): 111.
Keay K.A., Crowfoot L.J., Floyd N.S., Henderson L.A., Christie M.J. and Bandler R. (1997) Cardiovascular effects of microinjections of opioid agonists into the 'Depressor Region' of the ventrolateral periaqueductal gray region. Brain Research. 1997; 762(1-2):61-71. Acknowledgement for experimental work Conference
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CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
VMO Nepean Hospital (since 2018)
VMO Springwood Hospital (since 2015)
VMO Bankstown Hospital (since 2012)
VMO (Locum) Concord Hospital (6 months, 2014)
Fellowship - General Ophthalmology and Refractive Surgery / Medical Retina
Macquarie University Hospital
Accredited ophthalmology training with Sydney Eye Hospital and secondments
Three years of broad clinical medical experience, one year of experience as basic surgical trainee, one year at medical registrar level
ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS
Conjoint Lecturer – UNSW
Previous – Lecturer and Tutor – University of Sydney
CLINICAL TRIALS
Consultant Ophthalmologist – Kinghorn Cancer Centre BRIGhT – Application pending for Research Grant, SWSLHD
GOVERNANCE
VMO at 3 Public Hospitals
Councillor, Federal RANZCO (Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists) Secretary, Executive Committee, NSW Branch, RANZCO
Organising Committee, RANZCO NSW ASM 2020, 2023
Chair of Morbidity and Mortality, NBMLHD
Interview panel, Registrar position, Bankstown Hospital
Co-Author - Health Pathways for GPs NBMLHD
Advisory Board – Eye Care and improving surgical outcomes and satisfaction
Medical Advisory Committee, private day hospital, Sydney (since 2014)
National Governance Committee, College of Physicians
Postgraduate Medical Council, JMO representative (intern)
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Examiner, Ophthalmic sciences, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists Supervisor of Registrar Training, Bankstown Hospital, South Western Sydney Local Health District Conjoint Lecturer, University of New South Wales
Three years as Anatomy Tutor, Lecturer, Dissection room demonstrator, University of Sydney
Since 1995 - Formal and informal education of medical students, junior doctors, and other allied health staff
PUBLICATIONS
Six papers published
One book chapter published by Oxford University Press
Four published abstracts
Writer for Australian Doctor Magazine – Therapy Updates and Case Studies.
PRESENTATIONS
Invited panelist, international webinar
Three oral presentations at international conferences, one as invited speaker Eight oral presentations at national conferences, six as invited speaker
One poster presentation at a national conference
One international and one national workshop
Scholarships/Prizes
UNIVERSITY
1994 - John Irvine Hunter Prize. Prosectors Competition. Department of Anatomy and Histology, University of Sydney. (Specimen currently bottled and on display in the Wilson Museum)
DETAILS:
RESEARCH
1996 - Australian Postgraduate Award. The Commonwealth Government.
Australian and New Zealand Forensic Science Society Scholarship. Awarded to cover attendance costs at international conference.
Gold Medal. Australian and New Zealand Forensic Science Society. Awarded for ‘best overall paper presentation’ at international Symposium.
1997 - British Chevening Scholarship. The British Council. Awarded to conduct PhD studies at University College London and Cambridge University for 6 months.
1999 - Postgraduate Travel Grant. Faculty of Medicine, The University of Sydney.
Honorary Student Membership. Commendation for submitted paper. The Royal Society (NSW
branch).
2000 - Honourable mention, Albert A. Dalhberg Award. Awarded by the Dental Anthropology
Association for manuscript presented at international conference.
2002 - PhD/Medicine Scholarship. The Private Practice Fund, The Canberra Hospital.
Clinical Trials
Consultant Ophthalmologist for direct referrals from Kinghorn Cancer Centre (a joint facility of St Vincent’s Hospital and The Garvan Institute) for all clinical trial patients, to detect eye pathology for inclusion to and exclusion from clinical trials, as well as monitoring complications and side effects of trial medications. This involves comprehensive anterior and posterior segment examinations.
Associate Investigator: Current funding from NHMRC, Supported by The George Institute for Global Health: Best Practice Surgical and Refractive (BRIGhT) management strategy for cataract, which combines expedited sequential cataract surgery and provision of necessary refractive correction through updated spectacle lenses within 2 weeks of second eye surgery. Site SWSLHD.
Current funding application for Translational Research Grants Scheme, Supported by Agency for Clinical Innovation (ACI): A Vision for Integrated hospital and community management of chronic eye diseases: Effectiveness and adaptability of Community-Eye-Care (C-EYE-C) - does it promote access, is it cost- effective and does it meet patients’ needs?
Publications
2018-present Ophthalmology contributor – “Australian Doctor” magazine.
Paper and digital print circulated to over 20,000 General Practitioners
A GPs guide to the impact of digital screens on young eyes. 17 April 2018 Therapy update: diagnosis and management of dry eye for GPs. 25 October 2019
Chiu A.L.S. Gatinel, D. Howes. F, Tenen, A. Corbett, D. Catt, C. Males, J. Snibson, G. Expanding the Surgical Practice of the General Ophthalmologist – Correction of Refractive Error. Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. 2022, 49(8): 816.
Chiu A.L.S, Lockington, D. Ang, A. Apel, A.J.G. Lahood, B.R. Sutton, G. Harrisberg, B. Improving refractive outcomes in Pseudophakic Patients – Secondary sulcus piggyback lenses, IOL exchange, and toric lens use. Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. 2022, 49(8): 836.
Thurtell MJ, Chiu ALS, Goold LA, Akdal G, Cromptom JL, Ahmed R, Madge SN, Selva D, Francis I, Ghabrial R, Ananda A, Gibson J, Chan R, Thompson EO, Rodriguez M, McCluskey PJ, Halmagyi GM. Neuro-ophthalmology of invasive fungal sinusitis: 14 consecutive patients and a review of the literature. Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. 2013, 41(6): 567-576.
Choy E.T., Chiu, A., Young, J., Butow, P., and Spillane, A. (2005) A pilot study to evaluate the impact on patient outcomes of involving breast cancer patients in the multidisciplinary clinic discussion of their surgery results and treatment. ANZ Journal of Surgery. 2005; 75 (s1): A31. Abstract.
Chiu, A.L.S, and Robertson, M. Chapter 38: Psychiatric Trauma. In: Sherry, E., Trieu, L. and Templeton, J. (eds.) Trauma. Oxford University Press, Oxford. 2003; 632-644.
Chiu, A.L.S. Forensic and anthropological aspects of variation in dental metrics in two contemporary Australian populations. American Journal of Physical Anthropology. 2000; 30 (Suppl): 123. Abstract.
Chiu, A.L.S. and Donlon, D. Anthropological and Forensic Aspects of Odontometric Variation in Two Contemporary Australian Populations. Journal of the Dental Anthropology Association. 2000; 14 (2): 20-37.
Chiu, A.L.S., Sherry, E. and Phung, X. Accessibility of clinical information on the web: Just try to be specific. Nature. 1999; 401 (6749): 111.
Keay K.A., Crowfoot L.J., Floyd N.S., Henderson L.A., Christie M.J. and Bandler R. (1997) Cardiovascular effects of microinjections of opioid agonists into the 'Depressor Region' of the ventrolateral periaqueductal gray region. Brain Research. 1997; 762(1-2):61-71. Acknowledgement for experimental work Conference
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Sydney CBD
GP's:
Dr Anagha Vaze
Cataract surgery, Medical Retina, Uveitis
M.B.B.S, DNB (OPHTHAL), MPHIL (USYD), F.R.A.N.Z.C.O
Dr Vaze studied medicine in India and after completing her Ophthalmology training there, she did advanced training in Ophthalmology in Australia including a Medical retina & Uveitis Fellowship at the Royal Adelaide Hospital, Medical Retina Fellowship under the supervision of Professor Mark Gillies at the Sydney Eye Hospital and General Ophthalmology training at the Flinders Medical Centre, Adelaide.
Dr Vaze also recently undertook the Professorial fellowship under the mentorship of Professor Peter McCluskey at the Sydney Eye hospital for 12 months with extensive training and experience in the management of most complex eye disorders.
Dr Vaze studied medicine in India and after completing her Ophthalmology training there, she did advanced training in Ophthalmology in Australia including a Medical retina & Uveitis Fellowship at the Royal Adelaide Hospital, Medical Retina Fellowship under the supervision of Professor Mark Gillies at the Sydney Eye Hospital and General Ophthalmology training at the Flinders Medical Centre, Adelaide.
Dr Vaze also recently undertook the Professorial fellowship under the mentorship of Professor Peter McCluskey at the Sydney Eye hospital for 12 months with extensive training and experience in the management of most complex eye disorders.
Clinical Lecturer, University of Sydney, Ophthalmic surgeon, Medical Retina & Uveitis Specialist
Dr Anagha Vaze is a Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists. She is a comprehensive Ophthalmologist with subspecialty training in medical retina, Uveitis (inflammatory eye disorders) as well as inherited eye disorders. These include the most common causes of visual loss - diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and retinal vein occlusion.
Dr Vaze is a highly experienced cataract surgeon with a strong interest in complex cataract surgery particularly in patients with retinal and inflammatory eye disease.
She is a member of the Australian and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists (ANZSRS) and the Uveitis Special Interest Group.
Dr Vaze is a clinical lecturer at the University of Sydney where she is a part of the Inherited Eye Disease Unit at the Save Sight Institute, Discipline of Ophthalmology and has a special interest in visual electrophysiology. Dr Vaze is actively involved in medical student teaching and registrar training through the Save Sight Institute and Sydney Eye Hospital.
Dr Vaze is a clinician scientist with interest in clinical research and registries and has widely published in peer reviewed journals. She has a higher degree in research from the University of Sydney which was awarded for her work on post marketing surveillance of treatments of wet macular degeneration using the Fight Retinal Blindness! (FRB!) registry.
She has been an investigator in multiple clinical trials of new therapeutic agents used for the treatment of blinding retinal conditions through the macular research group at the Save Sight Institute and Sydney Eye Hospital. Dr Vaze has been invited to speak at the national and international conferences and takes pride in offering the latest evidence-based medicine to her patients due to her strong research background.
Dr Vaze is personable, hard worker and a team player. She has an excellent patient manner and is a great communicator. She is fluent in English, Hindi and Marathi.
Dr Anagha Vaze is a Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists. She is a comprehensive Ophthalmologist with subspecialty training in medical retina, Uveitis (inflammatory eye disorders) as well as inherited eye disorders. These include the most common causes of visual loss - diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and retinal vein occlusion.
Dr Vaze is a highly experienced cataract surgeon with a strong interest in complex cataract surgery particularly in patients with retinal and inflammatory eye disease.
She is a member of the Australian and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists (ANZSRS) and the Uveitis Special Interest Group.
Dr Vaze is a clinical lecturer at the University of Sydney where she is a part of the Inherited Eye Disease Unit at the Save Sight Institute, Discipline of Ophthalmology and has a special interest in visual electrophysiology. Dr Vaze is actively involved in medical student teaching and registrar training through the Save Sight Institute and Sydney Eye Hospital.
Dr Vaze is a clinician scientist with interest in clinical research and registries and has widely published in peer reviewed journals. She has a higher degree in research from the University of Sydney which was awarded for her work on post marketing surveillance of treatments of wet macular degeneration using the Fight Retinal Blindness! (FRB!) registry.
She has been an investigator in multiple clinical trials of new therapeutic agents used for the treatment of blinding retinal conditions through the macular research group at the Save Sight Institute and Sydney Eye Hospital. Dr Vaze has been invited to speak at the national and international conferences and takes pride in offering the latest evidence-based medicine to her patients due to her strong research background.
Dr Vaze is personable, hard worker and a team player. She has an excellent patient manner and is a great communicator. She is fluent in English, Hindi and Marathi.
Dr Cheryl Au
Medical Retina, Cataract Surgery, Comprehensive Ophthalmology
BMedSci, MPH, MBBS (Hon I), FRANZCO
Dr Au underwent specialist ophthalmology training in the Sydney Eye Hospital Network where she gained experience in both general ophthalmology and various subspecialites.
Dr Au completed her Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (Honours I) and Master of Public Health at the University of Sydney.
She was awarded the University of Sydney Undergraduate Scholarship for Outstanding Achievement and was placed on the Dean’s Honour list for Excellence in Academic Performance.
She also received the Dr H G Chapman Prize and the Dr CharloCe Last Memorial Scholarship for her Honours thesis, and completed a Diploma in Primary Care Ophthalmology at the University of Edinburgh.
Dr Au has published several research papers in peer-reviewed journals and has presented her research at various national and international conferences. She is actively involved in research at St Vincent’s Hospital, where she is undertaking research on age-related macular degeneration based on the Sarks’ clinicopathological archive, the world’s largest collection of clinically annotated eyes.
Dr Au is also a clinical associate lecturer at the Save Sight Institute, Sydney Medical School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, and an adjunct lecturer at the University of Notre Dame.
In addition to clinical practice, research and teaching, Dr Au is a member of the RANZCO NSW Branch executive commitee, serving as the secretary. She is also one of the organisers for the RANZCO NSW Branch Annual Scientific Meeting in 2023.
Dr Au underwent specialist ophthalmology training in the Sydney Eye Hospital Network where she gained experience in both general ophthalmology and various subspecialites.
Dr Au completed her Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (Honours I) and Master of Public Health at the University of Sydney.
She was awarded the University of Sydney Undergraduate Scholarship for Outstanding Achievement and was placed on the Dean’s Honour list for Excellence in Academic Performance.
She also received the Dr H G Chapman Prize and the Dr CharloCe Last Memorial Scholarship for her Honours thesis, and completed a Diploma in Primary Care Ophthalmology at the University of Edinburgh.
Dr Au has published several research papers in peer-reviewed journals and has presented her research at various national and international conferences. She is actively involved in research at St Vincent’s Hospital, where she is undertaking research on age-related macular degeneration based on the Sarks’ clinicopathological archive, the world’s largest collection of clinically annotated eyes.
Dr Au is also a clinical associate lecturer at the Save Sight Institute, Sydney Medical School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, and an adjunct lecturer at the University of Notre Dame.
In addition to clinical practice, research and teaching, Dr Au is a member of the RANZCO NSW Branch executive commitee, serving as the secretary. She is also one of the organisers for the RANZCO NSW Branch Annual Scientific Meeting in 2023.
Dr Cheryl Au is a comprehensive ophthalmologist and cataract surgeon, who subspecialises in medical retina. She specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusions and other macular and retinal conditions.
She is an experienced cataract surgeon and has supervised cataract surgery as the Professorial Senior Registrar and as an accredited EyeSi supervisor. She completed her medical retina fellowship at Westmead Hospital under the supervision of Professor Paul Mitchell.
Dr Au is passionate about providing high quality care and ensuring the best holistic outcome for her patients.
She is also fluent in Cantonese and basic Mandarin.
She is an experienced cataract surgeon and has supervised cataract surgery as the Professorial Senior Registrar and as an accredited EyeSi supervisor. She completed her medical retina fellowship at Westmead Hospital under the supervision of Professor Paul Mitchell.
Dr Au is passionate about providing high quality care and ensuring the best holistic outcome for her patients.
She is also fluent in Cantonese and basic Mandarin.
Sydney CBD
GP's:
A/Prof Chandra Bala
Refractive, Cataract & Corneal Ophthalmology & Surgery
BSC(MED)(HONS I), MBBS(HONS I), PHD, FRANZCO
Associate Professor Chandra Bala from the University of Sydney with class 1 Honours and completed an additional eight years of research where he was awarded a Bachelor of Science (Med) with class 1 Honours. He then went on to complete ophthalmic training at the Sydney Eye Hospital and Westmead Hospital and has a PhD in Ophthalmology.
Associate Professor Bala has completed multiple fellowships under leading surgeons in Australia and throughout Europe, including a glaucoma fellowship with Associate Professor Paul Healy (Westmead Hospital, NSW), a cornea fellowship with Dr Gerrit Melles (Holland) and a refractive fellowship with Dr Ioannis Aslanides (Greece).
His work has been published in both national and international peer reviewed journals and he has won numerous awards at international conferences including Best Paper at ASCRS Boston 2014, Best Video at ASCRS San Diego 2019 and APACRS Kyoto 2019 and winner of the Michael Bluementhal Award at ESCRS Paris 2019.
RECENT PUBLICATIONS:
Novel Topical therapy for corneal blood staining
Chan, T., White, A., Meades, K. and Bala, C., Y. Clinical & Experimental Ophthalmology. Clinical Experimental Ophthalmology, 2017. 45(4): p. 416-418
Intereye comparison of femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery capsulotomy & manual capsulorhexis edge strength
Chan, T., U. Pattamatta, M., Butlin, K. Meades, and Bala,C. J Cataract Refract Surg, 2017. 43(4): p. 480-485
Transection and explantation of intraocular lenses using femtosecond lasers
Bala, C., Pattamatta, U., Chan, T., J. Shi, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg 2017. 43: 420-423
Intracameral antibiotic: the Vancomycin conundrum
C. Bala, Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology 2016. 44: 753-754
Intraocular lens fragmentation using femtosecond laser; an in-vitro study
Bala, C., J. Shi, and K. Meades, Translational Vision Science & Technology, 2015. 4(3): p. 1-8
Electron microscopy of laser capsulotomy edge: Interplatform comparison
Bala, C., Y. Xia, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg, 2014. 40(8): p. 1382-9.
Improvement in vision with inverted placement of an asymmetric refractive multifocal intraocular lens
Bala, C. and K. Meades, J of Cataract Refractive Surg, 2014. 40(5): p. 833-5.
Pedicle Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty performed using a new corneal punch
Bala,c published by Wolters Kluwer on behalf of ASCRS and ESCRS
PUBLISHED ON JOURNAL COVERS:
Intraocular Lens Fragmentation Using Femtosecond Laser (Best paper of session ASCRS March 2017)
Intereye Comparison of Femtosecond Laser-assisted Cataract Surgery Capsulotomy and Manual Capsulorhexis Edge Strength
MEDIA COVERAGE:
Studio10
Dr.Bala interviewed – What you need to know about sight loss
SBS – World News
The possibilities are endless – Professor Chandra Bala explores pioneering treatments (video and article)
SBS – World News Radio
Professor Chandra Bala eyes off new ways to save sight (audio and article)
Channel 7– Today Tonight
Eye Tattoo Risks
Channel 7 NEWS – Sydney
Macular Degeneration Treatment (video)
Eye World – Capsular strength femtosecond vs manual cataract surgery
Femtosecond vs Manual Cataract Surgery (video)
Eye World – Femtosecond technology cutting Intraocular iols
Femtosecond Laser Technology – Cutting Intraocular IOLs (video)
AWARDS:
3 awards from ASCRS (American) ESCRS (Europe) and APACRS (Asia):
Michael Blumenthal Award (37th Congress ESCRS)
ASCRS Film Festival Best of the Best Award – the DMEK Kite
APACRS Refractive and Cornea Film Festival – the DMEK Kite
Associate Professor Chandra Bala from the University of Sydney with class 1 Honours and completed an additional eight years of research where he was awarded a Bachelor of Science (Med) with class 1 Honours. He then went on to complete ophthalmic training at the Sydney Eye Hospital and Westmead Hospital and has a PhD in Ophthalmology.
Associate Professor Bala has completed multiple fellowships under leading surgeons in Australia and throughout Europe, including a glaucoma fellowship with Associate Professor Paul Healy (Westmead Hospital, NSW), a cornea fellowship with Dr Gerrit Melles (Holland) and a refractive fellowship with Dr Ioannis Aslanides (Greece).
His work has been published in both national and international peer reviewed journals and he has won numerous awards at international conferences including Best Paper at ASCRS Boston 2014, Best Video at ASCRS San Diego 2019 and APACRS Kyoto 2019 and winner of the Michael Bluementhal Award at ESCRS Paris 2019.
RECENT PUBLICATIONS:
Novel Topical therapy for corneal blood staining
Chan, T., White, A., Meades, K. and Bala, C., Y. Clinical & Experimental Ophthalmology. Clinical Experimental Ophthalmology, 2017. 45(4): p. 416-418
Intereye comparison of femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery capsulotomy & manual capsulorhexis edge strength
Chan, T., U. Pattamatta, M., Butlin, K. Meades, and Bala,C. J Cataract Refract Surg, 2017. 43(4): p. 480-485
Transection and explantation of intraocular lenses using femtosecond lasers
Bala, C., Pattamatta, U., Chan, T., J. Shi, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg 2017. 43: 420-423
Intracameral antibiotic: the Vancomycin conundrum
C. Bala, Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology 2016. 44: 753-754
Intraocular lens fragmentation using femtosecond laser; an in-vitro study
Bala, C., J. Shi, and K. Meades, Translational Vision Science & Technology, 2015. 4(3): p. 1-8
Electron microscopy of laser capsulotomy edge: Interplatform comparison
Bala, C., Y. Xia, and K. Meades, J Cataract Refract Surg, 2014. 40(8): p. 1382-9.
Improvement in vision with inverted placement of an asymmetric refractive multifocal intraocular lens
Bala, C. and K. Meades, J of Cataract Refractive Surg, 2014. 40(5): p. 833-5.
Pedicle Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty performed using a new corneal punch
Bala,c published by Wolters Kluwer on behalf of ASCRS and ESCRS
PUBLISHED ON JOURNAL COVERS:
Intraocular Lens Fragmentation Using Femtosecond Laser (Best paper of session ASCRS March 2017)
Intereye Comparison of Femtosecond Laser-assisted Cataract Surgery Capsulotomy and Manual Capsulorhexis Edge Strength
MEDIA COVERAGE:
Studio10
Dr.Bala interviewed – What you need to know about sight loss
SBS – World News
The possibilities are endless – Professor Chandra Bala explores pioneering treatments (video and article)
SBS – World News Radio
Professor Chandra Bala eyes off new ways to save sight (audio and article)
Channel 7– Today Tonight
Eye Tattoo Risks
Channel 7 NEWS – Sydney
Macular Degeneration Treatment (video)
Eye World – Capsular strength femtosecond vs manual cataract surgery
Femtosecond vs Manual Cataract Surgery (video)
Eye World – Femtosecond technology cutting Intraocular iols
Femtosecond Laser Technology – Cutting Intraocular IOLs (video)
AWARDS:
3 awards from ASCRS (American) ESCRS (Europe) and APACRS (Asia):
Michael Blumenthal Award (37th Congress ESCRS)
ASCRS Film Festival Best of the Best Award – the DMEK Kite
APACRS Refractive and Cornea Film Festival – the DMEK Kite
Associate Professor Chandra Bala is the Managing Director at personalEYES and subspecialises in Cataract, Cornea, Glaucoma and Refractive surgery.
He is a clinical associate professor at the Australian School of Advanced Medicine, Macquarie University, an examiner in the RANZCO Ophthalmology specialist training program and a clinical supervisor of medical, optometry and vision science students.
He is a clinical associate professor at the Australian School of Advanced Medicine, Macquarie University, an examiner in the RANZCO Ophthalmology specialist training program and a clinical supervisor of medical, optometry and vision science students.
Dr Angela Jennings
Medical Retina & Cataract Surgery
MBBS(HONS), BSC(MED), FRANZCO
A graduate of the University of New South Wales, Dr Jennings achieved academic distinction in being awarded the University Medal in Medicine. She was the recipient of numerous awards including the Medical Women’s Society of NSW Prize, the Wallace Worth Prize and the Combined Teaching Hospitals Senior Staff Prize.
She undertook her Ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital and Westmead Hospitals from 2001 to 2004, before completing a Medical Retinal Fellowship with Professor Paul Mitchell at Westmead Hospital in Sydney.
Dr Jennings was a treating investigator in two of the pivotal studies that introduced Lucentis and Eylea to clinical use - the Anchor trial and the VIEW-2 study. These medications are widely used to treat Age Related Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Eye Disease and Retinal Vein Occlusions. Dr Jennings continues to participate in clinical research as a Principal Investigator.
Dr Jennings has published articles in peer-reviewed scientific publications and regularly presents lectures on Macular Degeneration and other topics to Optometrists, General Practitioners and the general public.
A graduate of the University of New South Wales, Dr Jennings achieved academic distinction in being awarded the University Medal in Medicine. She was the recipient of numerous awards including the Medical Women’s Society of NSW Prize, the Wallace Worth Prize and the Combined Teaching Hospitals Senior Staff Prize.
She undertook her Ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital and Westmead Hospitals from 2001 to 2004, before completing a Medical Retinal Fellowship with Professor Paul Mitchell at Westmead Hospital in Sydney.
Dr Jennings was a treating investigator in two of the pivotal studies that introduced Lucentis and Eylea to clinical use - the Anchor trial and the VIEW-2 study. These medications are widely used to treat Age Related Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Eye Disease and Retinal Vein Occlusions. Dr Jennings continues to participate in clinical research as a Principal Investigator.
Dr Jennings has published articles in peer-reviewed scientific publications and regularly presents lectures on Macular Degeneration and other topics to Optometrists, General Practitioners and the general public.
She was a Visiting Medical Officer at Westmead Hospital for a decade, where she greatly enjoyed helping to train a new generation of Ophthalmologists.
Dr Jennings is an experienced cataract surgeon and conducts a Medical Retina and General Ophthalmology clinic at our Castle Hill, Parramatta Dubbo, Mudgee and City locations.
She is a member of The Australian and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists.
Dr Jennings is an experienced cataract surgeon and conducts a Medical Retina and General Ophthalmology clinic at our Castle Hill, Parramatta Dubbo, Mudgee and City locations.
She is a member of The Australian and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists.
Dr Freny Kalapesi
Oculoplastic, Cataract & General Ophthalmology
BSC(MED)MBBS PHD, FRANZCO, ANZOPRS, AAFPS
Dr Kalapesi undertook resident work at Westmead and Prince of Wales Hospitals in Sydney. She achieved a Doctor of Philosophy, PhD (2002-2007), at UNSW in basic laboratory ophthalmic research. Freny trained as an Ophthalmology Registrar (2005-2010) based mainly at Prince Of Wales Hospital, Randwick with some rotational work in and around Sydney.
She then undertook two years of further fellowship experience in the United Kingdom. Her first fellowship was at the Royal United Hospital, Bath in General Ophthalmology with experience in Cataract, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, strabismus, paediatrics but with a special interest and weekly surgical lists in Oculoplastics.
After this Dr Kalapesi took on her second fellowship at the Bristol Eye Hospital, as the Oculoplastics and Orbital fellow. During this year, she gained vast surgical experience in lid, lacrimal and orbital conditions with five theatre sessions per week. She was an investigator for the CIRTED Trial investigating the role of immunosuppression and radiotherapy in thyroid eye disease. She also hosted weekly multidisciplinary orbital meetings.
She has published 14 articles on various topics in ophthalmology.
Dr Kalapesi undertook resident work at Westmead and Prince of Wales Hospitals in Sydney. She achieved a Doctor of Philosophy, PhD (2002-2007), at UNSW in basic laboratory ophthalmic research. Freny trained as an Ophthalmology Registrar (2005-2010) based mainly at Prince Of Wales Hospital, Randwick with some rotational work in and around Sydney.
She then undertook two years of further fellowship experience in the United Kingdom. Her first fellowship was at the Royal United Hospital, Bath in General Ophthalmology with experience in Cataract, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, strabismus, paediatrics but with a special interest and weekly surgical lists in Oculoplastics.
After this Dr Kalapesi took on her second fellowship at the Bristol Eye Hospital, as the Oculoplastics and Orbital fellow. During this year, she gained vast surgical experience in lid, lacrimal and orbital conditions with five theatre sessions per week. She was an investigator for the CIRTED Trial investigating the role of immunosuppression and radiotherapy in thyroid eye disease. She also hosted weekly multidisciplinary orbital meetings.
She has published 14 articles on various topics in ophthalmology.
Dr Kalapesi is a Staff Specialist Ophthalmologist at Westmead public Hospital and practices in our Sydney CBD, Epping and Burwood rooms.
Treatment Options
Cataract surgery (Including choice of lifestyle intraocular lens)
Anophthalmos and socket management
Blepharoplasty
Blow-Out Fractures
Botulinum toxin A (Botox) Services
Medicare PBS blepharospasm and Hemifacial spasm
Wrinkle treatment/Chemical brow lifts
Brow Lifts
Ectropion
Entropion
Eyelid Lesion Removal
General ophthalmology- Glaucoma management, diabetic retinal management, CASA reviews, treatment for macular degeneration and vein occlusions
Lacrimal Procedures including DCR surg
Orbital Tumour and inflammatory disease management
Ptosis
Skin Cancers
Thyroid Eye Disease
Treatment Options
Cataract surgery (Including choice of lifestyle intraocular lens)
Anophthalmos and socket management
Blepharoplasty
Blow-Out Fractures
Botulinum toxin A (Botox) Services
Medicare PBS blepharospasm and Hemifacial spasm
Wrinkle treatment/Chemical brow lifts
Brow Lifts
Ectropion
Entropion
Eyelid Lesion Removal
General ophthalmology- Glaucoma management, diabetic retinal management, CASA reviews, treatment for macular degeneration and vein occlusions
Lacrimal Procedures including DCR surg
Orbital Tumour and inflammatory disease management
Ptosis
Skin Cancers
Thyroid Eye Disease
Sydney CBD
Sydney Retina Clinic and Day Surgery
Level 13,187 Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000
(02) 9221 3755
GP's:
A/Prof Andrew Chang
Vitreoretinal, Medical Retina
January, 1997
USA: 1996 – 1997
Undergraduate Education
1987 Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (Hons)
University of Sydney
1986 Nestle Prize in Paediatrics
Postgraduate Education
2004 Doctor of Philosophy, Interaction of Indocyanine Green with
Ocular Tissues. University of Sydney
1996 Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of
Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO)
1996 Fellow of Royal Australian College of Surgeons (FRACS)
1987 Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (Hons)
University of Sydney
1986 Nestle Prize in Paediatrics
Postgraduate Education
2004 Doctor of Philosophy, Interaction of Indocyanine Green with
Ocular Tissues. University of Sydney
1996 Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of
Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO)
1996 Fellow of Royal Australian College of Surgeons (FRACS)
Current Appointments:
2001 - Present Principal and Vitreoretinal Surgeon,
Sydney Retina Clinic and Day Surgery
2019 - Present Head of Ophthalmology, Sydney Eye Hospital
2013 - Present Head of Vitreoretinal Unit, Sydney Eye Hospital
2018 - Present Board Director, RANZCO
2013 - Present Federal Councillor, RANZCO
1998 - Present Chairman and Committee Member, NSW Branch, RANZCO
1998 - Present Clinical Associate Professor, Sydney University Medical School
2017 - Present Secretary General, Asia Pacific Vitreoretinal Society (APVRS)
2017 - Present Scientific Secretary, Asia Pacific Vitreoretinal Society (APVRS)
2006 - Present Councillor, Asia Pacific Vitreoretinal Society (APVRS)
Past Appointments:
1992 - 1994 Accredited Ophthalmology Registrar, Sydney Eye Hospital
1995 Vitreoretinal Fellowship, Royal Melbourne Eye and Ear Hospital
1996 LuEster T.Mertz Vitreous-Retina-Macula Fellowship, Manhattan
Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital, New York, USA
1996 - 1997 Assistant Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology. Vitreoretinal
service, University of California Davis, USA
2001 - Present Principal and Vitreoretinal Surgeon,
Sydney Retina Clinic and Day Surgery
2019 - Present Head of Ophthalmology, Sydney Eye Hospital
2013 - Present Head of Vitreoretinal Unit, Sydney Eye Hospital
2018 - Present Board Director, RANZCO
2013 - Present Federal Councillor, RANZCO
1998 - Present Chairman and Committee Member, NSW Branch, RANZCO
1998 - Present Clinical Associate Professor, Sydney University Medical School
2017 - Present Secretary General, Asia Pacific Vitreoretinal Society (APVRS)
2017 - Present Scientific Secretary, Asia Pacific Vitreoretinal Society (APVRS)
2006 - Present Councillor, Asia Pacific Vitreoretinal Society (APVRS)
Past Appointments:
1992 - 1994 Accredited Ophthalmology Registrar, Sydney Eye Hospital
1995 Vitreoretinal Fellowship, Royal Melbourne Eye and Ear Hospital
1996 LuEster T.Mertz Vitreous-Retina-Macula Fellowship, Manhattan
Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital, New York, USA
1996 - 1997 Assistant Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology. Vitreoretinal
service, University of California Davis, USA
Dr James Wong
Medical Retina, Uveitis
March, 2006
UK 2005 - 2006
1995 Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, University of Sydney
2004 Master of Medicine (Research), Save Sight Institute,
University of Sydney
2005 Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of
Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO)
2004 Master of Medicine (Research), Save Sight Institute,
University of Sydney
2005 Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of
Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO)
Current Employment:
Director, Strathfield Retina Clinic
Consultant Ophthalmologist, Sydney Retina Clinic and Day surgery
Clinical Lecturer, Discipline of Clinical Ophthalmology and Eye Health
Save Sight Institute, University of Sydney
Consultant Ophthalmologist, Medical Retina Unit
Sydney Eye Hospital
Past Employment:
2001 - 2003 Ophthalmology Registrar Training, Sydney Eye Hospital
2005 - 2006 Fellowship, Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, UK
Medical Retina and Uveitis Services
Director, Strathfield Retina Clinic
Consultant Ophthalmologist, Sydney Retina Clinic and Day surgery
Clinical Lecturer, Discipline of Clinical Ophthalmology and Eye Health
Save Sight Institute, University of Sydney
Consultant Ophthalmologist, Medical Retina Unit
Sydney Eye Hospital
Past Employment:
2001 - 2003 Ophthalmology Registrar Training, Sydney Eye Hospital
2005 - 2006 Fellowship, Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, UK
Medical Retina and Uveitis Services
Dr Thomas Pham
Medical Retina
August, 2013
July 2012 - June 2013 - Canada
2007 - 2010 - New Zealand
2007 - 2010 - New Zealand
1994 - 2000 Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS),
University of Sydney
2004 - 2005 Master of medicine by research (MMed), University of Sydney
Cataract Surgery in Patients with and without Age-Related
Maculopathy.
2007 - 2011 Ophthalmology Registrar (FRANZCO), Royal Australian and
New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists
University of Sydney
2004 - 2005 Master of medicine by research (MMed), University of Sydney
Cataract Surgery in Patients with and without Age-Related
Maculopathy.
2007 - 2011 Ophthalmology Registrar (FRANZCO), Royal Australian and
New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists
Current:
2018 - Present Vitreoretinal Surgeon, Director, Bankstown Eye Specialists
2014 - Present Visiting Vitreoretinal Surgeon, Sydney Retina Clinic
2013 - 2019 Visiting Vitreoretinal Surgeon, Orange Eye Centre and Dubbo
Eye Centre, Dubbo Private Hospital
Ophthalmology Training and Fellowships:
2012 - 2013 Vitreoretinal Clinical Fellow, Toronto Western Hospital,
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, The Hospital for Sick
Children, Princess Margaret Hospital, University of Toronto,
Canada
2011 - 2012 Vitreoretinal Fellow, Princess Alexandra Hospital, QLD, AUS
2007 - 2010 Accredited Ophthalmology Registrar, Christchurch Hospital and
Wellington Hospital, NZ
2006 Ophthalmology Registrar (unaccredited), Orange and Dubbo
Eye Centres.
2005 Ophthalmology Registrar (unaccredited), Sydney Eye Hospital
and Westmead Hospital.
2001 Ophthalmology Registrar (unaccredited), Orange Eye Centre
2002 - 2004 Senior Resident Medical Officer, Westmead Hospital
2000 Intern, Liverpool Hospital
2018 - Present Vitreoretinal Surgeon, Director, Bankstown Eye Specialists
2014 - Present Visiting Vitreoretinal Surgeon, Sydney Retina Clinic
2013 - 2019 Visiting Vitreoretinal Surgeon, Orange Eye Centre and Dubbo
Eye Centre, Dubbo Private Hospital
Ophthalmology Training and Fellowships:
2012 - 2013 Vitreoretinal Clinical Fellow, Toronto Western Hospital,
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, The Hospital for Sick
Children, Princess Margaret Hospital, University of Toronto,
Canada
2011 - 2012 Vitreoretinal Fellow, Princess Alexandra Hospital, QLD, AUS
2007 - 2010 Accredited Ophthalmology Registrar, Christchurch Hospital and
Wellington Hospital, NZ
2006 Ophthalmology Registrar (unaccredited), Orange and Dubbo
Eye Centres.
2005 Ophthalmology Registrar (unaccredited), Sydney Eye Hospital
and Westmead Hospital.
2001 Ophthalmology Registrar (unaccredited), Orange Eye Centre
2002 - 2004 Senior Resident Medical Officer, Westmead Hospital
2000 Intern, Liverpool Hospital
Dr Yasser Tariq
Medical Retina & Cataract
January, 2013
Dr Tariq studied science and medicine at the University of New South Wales.
He trained in Ophthalmology at Sydney Eye Hospital. He gained subspecialty training in retinal disease at Westmead Hospital.
Dr Tariq was awarded a PhD from the University of Sydney in 2013 for his investigation into the normative values and associations of retinal measurements by optical coherence tomorgraphy. He is the first author of several publications in internationally renowned journals.
He has been involved in several clinical trials investigating treatments for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal vein occlusion.
He holds an academic appointment as a clinical associate lecturer at the Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney.
He trained in Ophthalmology at Sydney Eye Hospital. He gained subspecialty training in retinal disease at Westmead Hospital.
Dr Tariq was awarded a PhD from the University of Sydney in 2013 for his investigation into the normative values and associations of retinal measurements by optical coherence tomorgraphy. He is the first author of several publications in internationally renowned journals.
He has been involved in several clinical trials investigating treatments for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal vein occlusion.
He holds an academic appointment as a clinical associate lecturer at the Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney.
Dr Yasser Tariq is an Ophthalmologist with expertise in treatment of macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal vein occlusions. He also manages glaucoma and cataract.
Dr Anne Lee
Glaucoma, Cataract
January, 2010
2008 - 2009 UK
Undergraduate Education:
1994 Bachelor of Medical Science, BSc (Med),
University of New South Wales
1997 Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, MBBS Hons 2, Div 1
University of New South Wales
Postgraduate Education:
2006 Doctor of Philosophy, PhD, Clinical Epidemiology in Glaucoma
University of Sydney
2008 Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of
Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO)
2008 - 2009 Paediatric and Adult Glaucoma Fellow, Manchester Royal Eye
Hospital, UK
2009 Honorary Glaucoma Fellow, Calderdale and Huddersfield
Hospitals, UK
1994 Bachelor of Medical Science, BSc (Med),
University of New South Wales
1997 Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, MBBS Hons 2, Div 1
University of New South Wales
Postgraduate Education:
2006 Doctor of Philosophy, PhD, Clinical Epidemiology in Glaucoma
University of Sydney
2008 Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of
Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO)
2008 - 2009 Paediatric and Adult Glaucoma Fellow, Manchester Royal Eye
Hospital, UK
2009 Honorary Glaucoma Fellow, Calderdale and Huddersfield
Hospitals, UK
Current clinical:
2018 - Present Head of Ophthalmology, Liverpool Hospital
2011 - Present Visiting Medical Officer, Glaucoma, Liverpool Hospital
2010 - Present Staff Specialist Ophthalmologist, Glaucoma,
Sydney Eye Hospital
2010 - Present Consultant Ophthalmologist and Director, Norwest Eye Clinic
2010 - Present Consultant Ophthalmologist, Eye Associates
2014 - Present Consultant Ophthalmologist, Gladesville Eye Specialists
2014 - Present Visiting Medical Officer, Royal Darwin Hospital
2011 - Present Visiting Medical Officer, Sydney Private Hospital
2014 - Present Visiting Medical Officer, Sydney Day Surgery
2014 - Present Visiting Medical Officer, Norwest Day Hospital
2015 - Present Senior Clinical Lecturer, University of Sydney
2018 - Present Head of Ophthalmology, Liverpool Hospital
2011 - Present Visiting Medical Officer, Glaucoma, Liverpool Hospital
2010 - Present Staff Specialist Ophthalmologist, Glaucoma,
Sydney Eye Hospital
2010 - Present Consultant Ophthalmologist and Director, Norwest Eye Clinic
2010 - Present Consultant Ophthalmologist, Eye Associates
2014 - Present Consultant Ophthalmologist, Gladesville Eye Specialists
2014 - Present Visiting Medical Officer, Royal Darwin Hospital
2011 - Present Visiting Medical Officer, Sydney Private Hospital
2014 - Present Visiting Medical Officer, Sydney Day Surgery
2014 - Present Visiting Medical Officer, Norwest Day Hospital
2015 - Present Senior Clinical Lecturer, University of Sydney
Sydney CBD
Vision Clinic Sydney
Suite 605, Level 6, 229 Macquarie St Sydney NSW 2000
02 9222 9188
GP's:
Dr Nikhil Kumar
Corneal, Cataract, Refractive & Glaucoma Surgery
July, 2009
June 2008 - June 2009 Toronto Canada
Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists 2009
Cornea and Refractive Surgery Fellowship, University of Toronto 2009
Graduate Diploma in Cataract and Refractive Surgery, University of Sydney 2010
Master Of Public Health, University of New South Wales 2003
Bachelor of Medicine, University of Newcastle 1998
Dr Kumar graduated in Medicine from the University of Newcastle in 1998 and earned a Masters of Public Health degree from the University of New South Wales. He worked at the Sydney Retina Clinic with Dr Andrew Chang prior to completing his Ophthalmology Fellowship training at the Sydney Eye Hospital.
Thereafter, Dr Kumar was awarded the Sydney Eye Hospital Alumni Travelling Fellowship to pursue further training in Cornea and Refractive Surgery. This component of his training occurred under the guidance of Professors David Rootman and Allan Slomovic at the Toronto Western Hospital and the Yonge Eglinton Laser Centre at the University of Toronto in Canada.
Subsequently he has undertaken a Masters in Cataract and Refractive Surgery from the University of Sydney
Cornea and Refractive Surgery Fellowship, University of Toronto 2009
Graduate Diploma in Cataract and Refractive Surgery, University of Sydney 2010
Master Of Public Health, University of New South Wales 2003
Bachelor of Medicine, University of Newcastle 1998
Dr Kumar graduated in Medicine from the University of Newcastle in 1998 and earned a Masters of Public Health degree from the University of New South Wales. He worked at the Sydney Retina Clinic with Dr Andrew Chang prior to completing his Ophthalmology Fellowship training at the Sydney Eye Hospital.
Thereafter, Dr Kumar was awarded the Sydney Eye Hospital Alumni Travelling Fellowship to pursue further training in Cornea and Refractive Surgery. This component of his training occurred under the guidance of Professors David Rootman and Allan Slomovic at the Toronto Western Hospital and the Yonge Eglinton Laser Centre at the University of Toronto in Canada.
Subsequently he has undertaken a Masters in Cataract and Refractive Surgery from the University of Sydney
Medical Director and Principal Ophthalmic Surgeon, Vision Clinic Sydney 2013 -
Medical Director and Principal Ophthalmic Surgeon, Narellan Eye Specialists 2017 -
Cornea, Cataract and Refractive Visiting Medical Officer, Liverpool Public Hospital 2009 -
Dr Kumar is an Ophthalmic Surgeon with specific and extensive training in conventional and Laser Cataract Surgery, Laser Vision Correction, alternatives to laser surgery, Cornea Transplantation Surgery, the management of Keratoconus and Pterygium Surgery.
Dr Kumar is also committed to the management of glaucoma and retina conditions.Committed to education in the field of ophthalmology.
Dr. Kumar is a clinical senior lecturer at the Australian School of Advanced Medicine, Macquarie University.
Dr Kumar is a regular reviewer for articles submitted for publication in the Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the British Journal of Ophthalmology and Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. He has published numerous peer reviewed papers and book chapters involving his specialty interests.
Dr Kumar is a member of the Australian, American and European Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
Dr Kumar has extensive experience using the femtosecond laser to perform LASIK and cornea transplantations. Given this background, he was amongst the first surgeons in Australia to perform femtosecond laser assisted cataract surgery.
Dr. Kumar is committed to the preservation and improvement of quality of vision. He is dedicated to maintaining the highest standard of ophthalmic medical and surgical care.
Medical Director and Principal Ophthalmic Surgeon, Narellan Eye Specialists 2017 -
Cornea, Cataract and Refractive Visiting Medical Officer, Liverpool Public Hospital 2009 -
Dr Kumar is an Ophthalmic Surgeon with specific and extensive training in conventional and Laser Cataract Surgery, Laser Vision Correction, alternatives to laser surgery, Cornea Transplantation Surgery, the management of Keratoconus and Pterygium Surgery.
Dr Kumar is also committed to the management of glaucoma and retina conditions.Committed to education in the field of ophthalmology.
Dr. Kumar is a clinical senior lecturer at the Australian School of Advanced Medicine, Macquarie University.
Dr Kumar is a regular reviewer for articles submitted for publication in the Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the British Journal of Ophthalmology and Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. He has published numerous peer reviewed papers and book chapters involving his specialty interests.
Dr Kumar is a member of the Australian, American and European Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
Dr Kumar has extensive experience using the femtosecond laser to perform LASIK and cornea transplantations. Given this background, he was amongst the first surgeons in Australia to perform femtosecond laser assisted cataract surgery.
Dr. Kumar is committed to the preservation and improvement of quality of vision. He is dedicated to maintaining the highest standard of ophthalmic medical and surgical care.
Morisset
GP's:
Dr Dan Polya
Vitreo-Retinal, Medical Retina & General Surgery
MBBS MPH FRCSC FRANZCO
Dr Polya graduated from the Melbourne University Medical School, and completed ophthalmology training at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in Melbourne. He completed a Master of Public Heath at the University of NSW with a thesis in Clinical Risk Management and Patient Safety.
Dr Polya completed the two year Michael Shae Fellowship in Diseases and Surgery of the Retina and Vitreous at St Michael’s Hospital, affiliated with the University of Toronto in Canada, where he was chief fellow of the Department of Ophthalmology. During this fellowship, at Canada’s busiest retinal service, he also received further subspecialist experience in uveitis and ocular oncology.
Dr Polya graduated from the Melbourne University Medical School, and completed ophthalmology training at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in Melbourne. He completed a Master of Public Heath at the University of NSW with a thesis in Clinical Risk Management and Patient Safety.
Dr Polya completed the two year Michael Shae Fellowship in Diseases and Surgery of the Retina and Vitreous at St Michael’s Hospital, affiliated with the University of Toronto in Canada, where he was chief fellow of the Department of Ophthalmology. During this fellowship, at Canada’s busiest retinal service, he also received further subspecialist experience in uveitis and ocular oncology.
Dr Polya commenced private practice as the only vitreoretinal surgeon in the province of New Brunswick, Canada in 2007 and was appointed as a clinical lecturer in the Department of Ophthalmology at Dalhousie University. He has performed thousands of surgeries for cataract and retinal disorders, and has performed many thousands of intravitreal injections and laser procedures. He has been involved in the teaching and training of ophthalmology residents, medical students, general practitioners, optometrists and optometry students.
Dr Polya as been involved in clinical trials for macular degeneration and has been active in research into diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusion, macular degeneration and sutureless vitrectomy surgery. He has authored and co-authored multiple published manuscripts in international journals and a book chapter on sutureless vitrectomy. He has presented at several international ophthalmic meetings, and has been an invited speaker at other professional meetings.
He is a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He is a member of the Australian and New Zealand Society of Retina Specialists, Oceania Retina Association, American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Retina Specialists, Canadian Ophthalmological Society, Canadian Retina Society, and Australian Medical Association.
His special clinical interests are in small-gauge vitrectomy surgery for retinal detachment, vitreous hemorrhage, macular hole and epiretinal membrane; and intravitreal and laser therapy for age related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal vascular occlusions.
Dr Polya as been involved in clinical trials for macular degeneration and has been active in research into diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusion, macular degeneration and sutureless vitrectomy surgery. He has authored and co-authored multiple published manuscripts in international journals and a book chapter on sutureless vitrectomy. He has presented at several international ophthalmic meetings, and has been an invited speaker at other professional meetings.
He is a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He is a member of the Australian and New Zealand Society of Retina Specialists, Oceania Retina Association, American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Retina Specialists, Canadian Ophthalmological Society, Canadian Retina Society, and Australian Medical Association.
His special clinical interests are in small-gauge vitrectomy surgery for retinal detachment, vitreous hemorrhage, macular hole and epiretinal membrane; and intravitreal and laser therapy for age related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal vascular occlusions.
Dr Peter Asimakis
Cataract, Corneal & General Surgery
MBBS(SYD), FRACS, FRANZCO
Dr Peter Asimakis graduated from the University of Sydney in 1984. He spent his first three post-graduate years at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Sydney. Thereafter he worked as a GP whilst studying for entrance into his Ophthalmology training that commenced in 1990. He trained at the Sydney Eye Hospital from 1990 to 1994 gaining his basic Eye Surgical Degree. He then undertook advanced surgical training in corneal transplantation at Flinders University Medical Centre in Adelaide in 1994 and 1995 and further training in the United Kingdom in 1996.
Dr Peter Asimakis graduated from the University of Sydney in 1984. He spent his first three post-graduate years at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Sydney. Thereafter he worked as a GP whilst studying for entrance into his Ophthalmology training that commenced in 1990. He trained at the Sydney Eye Hospital from 1990 to 1994 gaining his basic Eye Surgical Degree. He then undertook advanced surgical training in corneal transplantation at Flinders University Medical Centre in Adelaide in 1994 and 1995 and further training in the United Kingdom in 1996.
Dr Asimakis undertook Fellowship in Refractive Surgery in Queensland. He commenced private practice in 1998 in Sydney and took on a teaching post at Westmead Hospital where he ran the Corneal Clinic from 1998 to 2007.
Dr Peter Asimakis is passionate about providing advanced Eye treatment for the people of rural NSW delivered through his country practices in Mudgee & Lake Macquarie. He currently specialises in Cataract Surgery.
Dr Peter Asimakis is passionate about providing advanced Eye treatment for the people of rural NSW delivered through his country practices in Mudgee & Lake Macquarie. He currently specialises in Cataract Surgery.
Dr Michael Wei
Medical Retina, Cataract & General Surgery
BSC(MED)(HONS I), BHB, MBCHB(HONS), MMED, FRANZCO
Dr Michael Wei graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from The University of Auckland in New Zealand. This was followed by a Masters of Ophthalmic Science at The University of Sydney. He then went on to complete specialist Ophthalmology training at the prestigious Sydney Eye Hospital Network with further training as a Senior Registrar at Royal North Shore Hospital with focus in retina, glaucoma and complex cataract surgery.
Dr Wei has published papers in international peer-review journals and has presented at local and international scientific meetings. He has been active in teaching and training of ophthalmology registrars, medical students and optometrists.
Dr Wei is a Fellow of Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) and a member of Australia and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists (ANZSRS) and Australia Medical Association (AMA).
Dr Michael Wei graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from The University of Auckland in New Zealand. This was followed by a Masters of Ophthalmic Science at The University of Sydney. He then went on to complete specialist Ophthalmology training at the prestigious Sydney Eye Hospital Network with further training as a Senior Registrar at Royal North Shore Hospital with focus in retina, glaucoma and complex cataract surgery.
Dr Wei has published papers in international peer-review journals and has presented at local and international scientific meetings. He has been active in teaching and training of ophthalmology registrars, medical students and optometrists.
Dr Wei is a Fellow of Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) and a member of Australia and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists (ANZSRS) and Australia Medical Association (AMA).
On completion of specialist ophthalmology training, Dr Wei undertook one year of medical retina fellowship under the stewardship of Professor Paul Mitchell at Westmead hospital. Here, he gained expertise in the treatment of retinal and macular disorders including age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular occlusions and other macular diseases. He also gained extensive proficiencies in performing all forms of retinal lasers and intravitreal injections. During this time, he was involved in numerous international clinical trials as a sub-investigator in new therapies for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal vascular occlusion.
Subsequently, Dr Wei underwent one year of vitreoretinal fellowship at St Michael’s Hospital, University of Toronto, in Toronto Canada. This is the busiest retinal unit in Canada, there he gained extensive experience in the management of difficult and complex vitreoretinal conditions. In particular, he became adept in minimally invasive treatment of retinal detachments with pneumatic retinopexy. Dr Wei also acquired competencies in performing eye surgeries using the latest 3D heads-up visualisation system with Alcon Ngenuity and Zeiss Artevo 800 technologies.
Subsequently, Dr Wei underwent one year of vitreoretinal fellowship at St Michael’s Hospital, University of Toronto, in Toronto Canada. This is the busiest retinal unit in Canada, there he gained extensive experience in the management of difficult and complex vitreoretinal conditions. In particular, he became adept in minimally invasive treatment of retinal detachments with pneumatic retinopexy. Dr Wei also acquired competencies in performing eye surgeries using the latest 3D heads-up visualisation system with Alcon Ngenuity and Zeiss Artevo 800 technologies.
Tweed Heads
Gold Coast and Tweed Eye Doctors
56 Wharf Street, Tweed Heads, NSW, 2485
07 5612 5222
GP's:
Dr Matthew Green
Cataract, Cornea, Keratoconus, Glaucoma
January, 2006
June 2013 - September 2014 - London
MBBS, MSc, BAppSci(Optom), FRANZCO
Fellow Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists, 2014
Masters of Science (Research) University of New South Wales, April 2008
Topic: Epidemiology, Microbiology, Outcomes and Trends in Keratitis in Queensland 1999 to 2004
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - University of Queensland, 2005
Bachelor of Applied Science (Optometry) - Queensland University of Technology (QUT), 2000
Fellow Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists, 2014
Masters of Science (Research) University of New South Wales, April 2008
Topic: Epidemiology, Microbiology, Outcomes and Trends in Keratitis in Queensland 1999 to 2004
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - University of Queensland, 2005
Bachelor of Applied Science (Optometry) - Queensland University of Technology (QUT), 2000
Dr Green originally qualified as an Optometrist at Queensland University of Technology and completed his medical degree at University of Queensland. Dr Green spent two years as a resident at Gold Coast Hospital. Then after four years of training in public hospitals in Brisbane, Gold Coast and Lismore he completed his training at Moorfields Eye Hospital, London. Here he received specialised training in corneal, cataract, refractive and glaucoma surgery under the supervision of Professor John Dart, Professor David Gartry and Mr Mark Wilkins.
Dr Green has an active research interest in the epidemiology of microbial keratitis. For this research he has been awarded a Masters of Science from the University of New Wales and an Australian Research Award from the Australian Government’s department of Education. He also researches in the areas of DMEK surgery and Boston Keratoprosthesis, has multiple publications in international peer reviewed journals and presents regularly at international conferences.
International medical aid is also a strong area of interest for Dr Green. He has been a surgeon on trips to Nepal and Burma and has lectured on the prevention of trachoma on a remote island in Fiji. Dr Green has an ongoing commitment to the Myanmar eyecare program where he is involved in teaching local surgeons corneal surgery and is assisting in the setup of a national eyebank.
Dr Green has an active research interest in the epidemiology of microbial keratitis. For this research he has been awarded a Masters of Science from the University of New Wales and an Australian Research Award from the Australian Government’s department of Education. He also researches in the areas of DMEK surgery and Boston Keratoprosthesis, has multiple publications in international peer reviewed journals and presents regularly at international conferences.
International medical aid is also a strong area of interest for Dr Green. He has been a surgeon on trips to Nepal and Burma and has lectured on the prevention of trachoma on a remote island in Fiji. Dr Green has an ongoing commitment to the Myanmar eyecare program where he is involved in teaching local surgeons corneal surgery and is assisting in the setup of a national eyebank.
Dr Heather Russell
Cataract, Adult General, Paediatric & Adult Strabismus
October, 2012
Jun 2011 - Jun 2012 New Zealand
Aug 1999 - Jun 2011 UK
Aug 1999 - Jun 2011 UK
MBChB(Hons), BSc(Hons), FRCOphth, FRANZCOO
MBChB(Hons) University of Glasgow
BSc(Hons) University of Glasgow
Advanced Specialist Training in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, Princes Alexander Eye Pavilion, Edinburgh
Fellowship in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, University of Auckland
MBChB(Hons) University of Glasgow
BSc(Hons) University of Glasgow
Advanced Specialist Training in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, Princes Alexander Eye Pavilion, Edinburgh
Fellowship in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, University of Auckland
Dr Heather Russell graduated from the University of Glasgow with Honours in Medicine in 1999, before completing specialty training in ophthalmology and obtaining Fellowship of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (UK). This was followed by two years of sub-specialty fellowship training in paediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus, firstly at the Princess Alexandra Eye Pavilion, Edinburgh, and then at the University of Auckland.
Dr Russell moved with her family to Australia in 2012. She was awarded Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists and took up the position of Staff Specialist at the Gold Coast University Hospital where she continues to practice as a comprehensive and paediatric ophthalmologist. Through her position at the hospital, Dr Russell is involved with the teaching of medical students from both Bond and Griffith University, nursing staff and trainee ophthalmologists.
Dr Russell moved with her family to Australia in 2012. She was awarded Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists and took up the position of Staff Specialist at the Gold Coast University Hospital where she continues to practice as a comprehensive and paediatric ophthalmologist. Through her position at the hospital, Dr Russell is involved with the teaching of medical students from both Bond and Griffith University, nursing staff and trainee ophthalmologists.
Dr Esra Sanli
Cataract, Oculoplastics, Pterygium surgery
January, 2020
2019 - England: Cheltenham General Hospital as an Oculoplastic Fellow
BMSc, MBBS (Hons), MMed, FRANZCO
Dr Sanli completed her undergraduate medical degree with Honours at The University of Tasmania. Her specialist ophthalmology training was at the Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney.
Dr Sanli completed her undergraduate medical degree with Honours at The University of Tasmania. Her specialist ophthalmology training was at the Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney.
Dr Sanli undertook fellowship training at Cheltenham and Gloucester General Hospital’s in the United Kingdom. During this time she honed her skills in cataract, eyelid and lacrimal surgery under the guidance of world renowned oculoplastic surgeon, Mr Ric Caesar.
Dr Esra Sanli is an Australian trained, comprehensive general ophthalmologist, who also holds an appointment as a staff specialist at the Gold Coast University Hospital.
Dr Esra Sanli is an Australian trained, comprehensive general ophthalmologist, who also holds an appointment as a staff specialist at the Gold Coast University Hospital.
Dr Travers Weaver
Cataract, Medical Retina, Ocular Oncology
B.Med.Sci, MBBS(Hons I), FRANZCO
Dr Weaver was selected and awarded both the Topham and Trevellyn-Smith scholarships to undergo 2 years of fellowships as the W.H.Ross fellow (top ranked candidate worldwide) at the world-renowned University of British Columbia in Vancouver.
His ophthalmic training was through the prestigious Sydney Eye Hospital program where he obtained the highest honour – the KG Howsam gold medal for being the most exceptional candidate in Australia and New Zealand in the final examinations.
He received a full scholarship to undertake medical school at Griffith University on the Gold Coast where he graduated with First Class Honours and The University Medal (University’s highest academic award).
He also received School of Medicine prizes in Medicine, Surgery and Paediatrics being the first placed candidate in those subjects.
Dr Weaver is up to date with the latest treatments and research and has authored scientific articles in local and international journals as well as presented his work at local and international congresses. In addition, he is an investigator in several international multicentre clinical trials.
Dr Weaver was selected and awarded both the Topham and Trevellyn-Smith scholarships to undergo 2 years of fellowships as the W.H.Ross fellow (top ranked candidate worldwide) at the world-renowned University of British Columbia in Vancouver.
His ophthalmic training was through the prestigious Sydney Eye Hospital program where he obtained the highest honour – the KG Howsam gold medal for being the most exceptional candidate in Australia and New Zealand in the final examinations.
He received a full scholarship to undertake medical school at Griffith University on the Gold Coast where he graduated with First Class Honours and The University Medal (University’s highest academic award).
He also received School of Medicine prizes in Medicine, Surgery and Paediatrics being the first placed candidate in those subjects.
Dr Weaver is up to date with the latest treatments and research and has authored scientific articles in local and international journals as well as presented his work at local and international congresses. In addition, he is an investigator in several international multicentre clinical trials.
Dr Weaver is an ophthalmologist and vitreoretinal surgeon with international subspecialist training in medical and surgical Retinal diseases as well as ocular oncology.
He prides himself on developing excellent rapport with his patients and delivering exceptional patient centred care and results.
His expertise is in the management of:
Retinal tears and detachments
Macular hole and epiretinal membrane
Simple and complex cataract surgery with secondary IOL techniques
Retinal disease including macular degeneration, vein occlusion and diabetic eye diseases
Vitreous hemorrhage
Ocular trauma
Ocular oncologic conditions
He holds a VMO appointment in the retinal unit at the Princess Alexandra Hospital and Redland Hospital where he trains the next generation of ophthalmologists and vitreoretinal Surgeons. Intermediate surgery is available at these locations.
He prides himself on developing excellent rapport with his patients and delivering exceptional patient centred care and results.
His expertise is in the management of:
Retinal tears and detachments
Macular hole and epiretinal membrane
Simple and complex cataract surgery with secondary IOL techniques
Retinal disease including macular degeneration, vein occlusion and diabetic eye diseases
Vitreous hemorrhage
Ocular trauma
Ocular oncologic conditions
He holds a VMO appointment in the retinal unit at the Princess Alexandra Hospital and Redland Hospital where he trains the next generation of ophthalmologists and vitreoretinal Surgeons. Intermediate surgery is available at these locations.
Wollongong
Southern Ophthalmology
441 Crown Street, Wollongong NSW 2500
42299772
GP's:
Dr Alan Flax
Refractive Cataract Surgery, Diabetic Eye Disease, Comprehensive Ophthalmology, Glaucoma
Dr Alan Flax
Refractive Cataract Surgery, Diabetic Eye Disease, Comprehensive Ophthalmology, Glaucoma
Medical graduate of the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa and has a Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree from the Graduate School of Business, University of Cape Town
Prior to specialising in Ophthalmology at the Department of Ophthalmology, University of NSW at Prince of Wales, St George and Sutherland Hospitals, Dr Flax held numerous senior management positions in public and private hospitals in South Africa and Australia.
Dr Robert Chong
Medical Retina, Comprehensive Ophthalmology, Cataract Surgery
Dr Chong completed Ophthalmology Specialist training at Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney. Thereafter, he completed two years of Medical Retina training at Moorfields Eye Hospital, London and Southwest Eye Hospital, Chongqing, China. Both Fellowships were supported by prestigious scholarships from the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmology (RANZCO) and the Department of Education, Science and Training
Dr Chong is a Clinical Lecturer with the Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney. He runs a busy Medical Retina Clinic at Sydney Eye Hospital where he teaches Retinal Fellows, Ophthalmology trainees or registrars and medical students. In conjunction with Associate Professor I-Van Ho, Dr Chong also runs the weekly Retinal Journal Club at Sydney Eye Hospital. He is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmology ( RANZCO) and a member of both the Australian and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists (ANZSRS) and the American Society of Retinal Specialists (ASRS). Dr Chong has been an investigator for a number of cutting-edge interventional clinical trials.
Dr Harry Leung
Paediatric Ophthalmology, Adult Strabismus, Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Dr. Leung graduated in Medicine with first class honours at the University of Sydney. After completing Specialist Ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital, he undertook further fellowship training at Cheltenham General Hospital, United Kingdom with a special focus in adult cataract and strabismus surgery.
Dr. Leung finally went on to pursue a sub-specialty fellowship in strabismus at Moorfield's Eye Hospital in London, where he was trained by some of the world leading figures in the field of adult and paediatric strabismus surgery.
Dr. Leung received dual scholarships from Sydney Eye Hospital Alumni Association and the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) for his fellowship training.
Dr. Leung finally went on to pursue a sub-specialty fellowship in strabismus at Moorfield's Eye Hospital in London, where he was trained by some of the world leading figures in the field of adult and paediatric strabismus surgery.
Dr. Leung received dual scholarships from Sydney Eye Hospital Alumni Association and the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) for his fellowship training.
Dr Harry Leung is a Consultant Ophthalmologist at The Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick and is a Clinical Lecturer at the University of Sydney.
Dr Armand Borovik
Refractive Cataract Surgery, Laser Refractive Surgery, Corneal Issues, Pterygium Surgery
Dr Armand Borovik
Refractive Cataract Surgery, Laser Refractive Surgery, Corneal Issues, Pterygium Surgery
Dr Borovik undertook Ophthalmology training at Prince of Wales Hospital. In his final year he acted as the Professorial Senior registrar. He completed a further 2-year subspecialty fellowship program at the University of Toronto, Canada under world renowned surgeon Dr David Rootman. Here he gained experience in all aspects of corneal surgery including minimally invasive partial thickness transplantation techniques as well as insertion of artificial corneas. He also gained extensive refractive surgical expertise.
Private Consulting Rooms, POWH/Sydney Eye Hospital
Dr Jenny Ip
Medical Retina, Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Dr Jenny Ip is a medical graduate of the University of Sydney. She completed her specialist ophthalmology training at the Sydney Eye Hospital, and later fellowship training specialising in medical retina at Westmead Hospital, Sydney
Private Consulting Rooms
Dr Katherine Masselos
Glaucoma, Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Dr Katherine Masselos is a glaucoma subspecialist. After completing a Bachelor of Optometry degree from the University of NSW, she went on to study medicine at Sydney University, graduating with honours. Her ophthalmology training was at the Prince of Wales Hospital, with her final year as the Professorial Senior Registrar.
Dr Masselos went on to sub-specialty glaucoma training at Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, in the United Kingdom. Here she gained expertise in glaucoma filtration and tube surgery as well as exposure to minimally invasive glaucoma surgery. During her fellowship she was an investigator in an international trial of microstents for the treatment of glaucoma.
Dr Masselos went on to sub-specialty glaucoma training at Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, in the United Kingdom. Here she gained expertise in glaucoma filtration and tube surgery as well as exposure to minimally invasive glaucoma surgery. During her fellowship she was an investigator in an international trial of microstents for the treatment of glaucoma.
Private Consulting Rooms, POWH/Sydney Eye Hospital
Dr Parth Shah
Paediatric Ophthalmology, Comprehensive Ophthalmology, Adult Strabismus
Dr Shah trained at both the Prince of Wales Hospital and Sydney Children's Hospital in Randwick. He also completed two advanced subspecialty fellowships in paediatric ophthalmology, strabismus, and complex cataract surgery. In the UK's National Health Service, Dr Shah worked at the Birmingham Children's Hospital, Gloucestershire Hospitals, and Oxford University Hospitals. He later moved to the United States, to train under world leading ophthalmologist Professor Ken Nischal at the UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. At UPMC, Dr Shah became highly skilled at managing complex paediatric disorders – such as cataracts, congenital corneal opacity, glaucoma, and genetic eye diseases – as well as complex strabismus in children and adults, including adjustable suture surgery and muscle plication.
Private Consulting Rooms, Sutherland/Sydney Children's Hospital
Dr Jennifer Sandbach
Neuro-Ophthalmology, Medical Retina
Dr Sandbach is a subspecialist in Medical Retina and Neuro-Ophthalmology. After obtaining her medical degree from the University of Melbourne she trained in ophthalmology at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital. She then completed fellowships at Westmead Hospital, Sydney and Moorfields Hospital, London and Emory University in Atlanta.
Private Consulting Rooms, POWH/Sydney Eye Hospital.
Dr Cheryl Au
Medical Retina, Cataract Surgery, Comprehensive Ophthalmology
BMedSci, MPH, MBBS (Hon I), FRANZCO
Dr Au underwent specialist ophthalmology training in the Sydney Eye Hospital Network where she gained experience in both general ophthalmology and various subspecialites.
Dr Au completed her Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (Honours I) and Master of Public Health at the University of Sydney.
She was awarded the University of Sydney Undergraduate Scholarship for Outstanding Achievement and was placed on the Dean’s Honour list for Excellence in Academic Performance.
She also received the Dr H G Chapman Prize and the Dr CharloCe Last Memorial Scholarship for her Honours thesis, and completed a Diploma in Primary Care Ophthalmology at the University of Edinburgh.
Dr Au has published several research papers in peer-reviewed journals and has presented her research at various national and international conferences. She is actively involved in research at St Vincent’s Hospital, where she is undertaking research on age-related macular degeneration based on the Sarks’ clinicopathological archive, the world’s largest collection of clinically annotated eyes.
Dr Au is also a clinical associate lecturer at the Save Sight Institute, Sydney Medical School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, and an adjunct lecturer at the University of Notre Dame.
In addition to clinical practice, research and teaching, Dr Au is a member of the RANZCO NSW Branch executive commitee, serving as the secretary. She is also one of the organisers for the RANZCO NSW Branch Annual Scientific Meeting in 2023.
Dr Au underwent specialist ophthalmology training in the Sydney Eye Hospital Network where she gained experience in both general ophthalmology and various subspecialites.
Dr Au completed her Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (Honours I) and Master of Public Health at the University of Sydney.
She was awarded the University of Sydney Undergraduate Scholarship for Outstanding Achievement and was placed on the Dean’s Honour list for Excellence in Academic Performance.
She also received the Dr H G Chapman Prize and the Dr CharloCe Last Memorial Scholarship for her Honours thesis, and completed a Diploma in Primary Care Ophthalmology at the University of Edinburgh.
Dr Au has published several research papers in peer-reviewed journals and has presented her research at various national and international conferences. She is actively involved in research at St Vincent’s Hospital, where she is undertaking research on age-related macular degeneration based on the Sarks’ clinicopathological archive, the world’s largest collection of clinically annotated eyes.
Dr Au is also a clinical associate lecturer at the Save Sight Institute, Sydney Medical School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, and an adjunct lecturer at the University of Notre Dame.
In addition to clinical practice, research and teaching, Dr Au is a member of the RANZCO NSW Branch executive commitee, serving as the secretary. She is also one of the organisers for the RANZCO NSW Branch Annual Scientific Meeting in 2023.
Dr Cheryl Au is a comprehensive ophthalmologist and cataract surgeon, who subspecialises in medical retina. She specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusions and other macular and retinal conditions.
She is an experienced cataract surgeon and has supervised cataract surgery as the Professorial Senior Registrar and as an accredited EyeSi supervisor. She completed her medical retina fellowship at Westmead Hospital under the supervision of Professor Paul Mitchell.
Dr Au is passionate about providing high quality care and ensuring the best holistic outcome for her patients.
She is also fluent in Cantonese and basic Mandarin.
She is an experienced cataract surgeon and has supervised cataract surgery as the Professorial Senior Registrar and as an accredited EyeSi supervisor. She completed her medical retina fellowship at Westmead Hospital under the supervision of Professor Paul Mitchell.
Dr Au is passionate about providing high quality care and ensuring the best holistic outcome for her patients.
She is also fluent in Cantonese and basic Mandarin.
