Ophthalmology

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We provide medical and surgical procedures for people who have disorders or problems with their eyes.

What we do

We can treat and care for:

  • eye disease related to diabetes
  • patients with cataracts
  • infection and inflammation
  • traumatic disease
  • immunological disorders and transplantation
  • oculomotility disorders
  • age-related macular degeneration
  • corneal transplantation
  • keratoconus management

Our service works closely with the Orthoptic Service to provide comprehensive assessment and treatment.

How to access this service

Referral from your GP

You need a referral letter from your GP or medical practitioner to access this service. Your doctor will fax your referral letter to us. Once we receive it, we will send you a confirmation letter.

If you need surgery, you will be placed on a surgical waiting list after being seen in clinic. You may also need to attend the Pre-Admission Clinic prior to your surgery.

What to bring

Every time you come

  • Medicare card
  • Health Care Card and/or concession card (if you have one)
  • Private health insurance card (if applicable/if you want to use it)
  • Adverse drug alert card (if you have one)
  • Previous X-ray films, scans, ultrasounds or any other test results or reports
  • Medicines you need to take while you are here
  • List of medicines you are currently taking (or the boxes), including medicines you have bought without a prescription, such as herbal supplements and vitamins
  • Glasses, hearing aid(s) and/or walking frame if needed

For a clinic appointment

  • Your appointment letter
  • Any special items listed on your letter
  • TAC or WorkCover claim number (if relevant)

For a day procedure

  • Responsible adult carer to stay with you to hear instructions, help you and take you home
  • Comfortable day clothes, such as a tracksuit

Our clinics

Clinic name Campus Location
Ophthalmology Clinic The Alfred 99 Commercial Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004
Ophthalmology Diabetes Screening Clinic The Alfred 99 Commercial Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004
Medical Ophthalmology Clinic The Alfred 99 Commercial Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004
Glaucoma Clinic
Tuesdays at The Alfred
The Alfred 99 Commercial Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004
Glaucoma Clinic
Fridays at The Alfred
The Alfred 99 Commercial Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004
Cataract Clinic The Alfred 99 Commercial Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004
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