What are the risks of declining cataract surgery?
Cataracts grow slowly, meaning you’ve usually got some time to consider whether or not to have cataract surgery. It’s easy to focus on the potential risks of surgery but there are risks in declining it too. What is a cataract? A cataract happens when your eye’s clear lens becomes cloudy. It may cause symptoms such […]
Introducing Dr Matthew Russell
Dr. Matthew Russell Dr. Matthew Russell is an experienced ophthalmologist who specialises in cataract and refractive surgery. His dedication to improving vision and enhancing the quality of life for his patients through advanced surgical techniques has been central to his practice. Dr. Russell is passionate about providing personalised care, ensuring that each patient receives the […]
Common myths about cataract surgery
Imagine wearing smudged or dirty glasses that make it hard to see through the lens. That’s a little like having a cataract. The lens is a transparent disc in your eye that helps to focus light so you can see. A cataract is a cloudy patch in your lens, which can slowly reduce your vision. […]
Introducing Dr Delia Wang
Dr Delia Wang is an ophthalmologist with subspecialty training in oculoplastics, medical retina and ophthalmic cataract microsurgery. Dr Wang is fluent in Mandarin and Cantonese and is committed to providing accessible healthcare for all patients. A rewarding career Dr Wang hails from New Zealand and completed her medical degree at the University of Otago, gaining […]
What you need to know about glaucoma
Glaucoma is one of the most common eye diseases affecting Australians today. In its early stages glaucoma does not usually cause any symptoms. With early detection and treatment using the latest therapies, most patients do well. Hence regular testing with your optometrist is essential to pick glaucoma up early. If signs of glaucoma are detected […]
