Our experienced ophthalmic surgeons

Vision Eye Institute has five eye clinics and a day surgery across Adelaide, South Australia. Our team of highly experienced ophthalmologists specialise in cataract surgeryglaucoma, corneal conditions and macular degeneration, while also catering to patients with more general eye health needs.

Our Adelaide clinics are home to a knowledgeable and welcoming clinical team that takes pride in delivering exceptional, patient-centred care to every individual who walks through our doors. Each clinic is fully equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic technology to ensure the highest standard of care.

Whether you’ve noticed changes in your vision or have been referred by your optometrist or GP, our South Australian eye doctors can provide the care you need. Browse our team below, select a specialist or a convenient clinic location, and request a consultation using our booking form.

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Book a consultation with one of our ophthalmologists (eye surgeons) or at one of our clinics below.

Do NOT use this form in an emergency – contact one of our clinics or your nearest hospital emergency department instead.

Some services may not be performed by your preferred doctor or at your preferred clinic. We will confirm this with you before making an appointment.

Eye surgeons in Adelaide

Vision Eye Institute’s South Australia eye doctors bring extensive expertise across a comprehensive range of services – from general eye health to the diagnosis and management of early and advanced cataracts, as well as complex eye conditions. Guided by a commitment to clinical excellence and patient-centred care, our specialists tailor every treatment plan to the individual, working to achieve the best possible outcome for each patient.

About Vision Eye Institute in Adelaide

Across our five clinics, our South Australia eye doctors provide a comprehensive range of ophthalmic services, including cataract surgery, and other vision correction procedures, as well as the diagnosis and management of glaucoma, keratoconus, corneal conditions, pterygium, macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease, and more general eye conditions.

Our friendly, energetic and highly knowledgeable clinical team is committed to delivering best-practice, patient-centred care to every individual.

Whether you have a referral to see one of our ophthalmic surgeons or wish to consult with our clinical optometrists without a referral, our accommodating staff are ready to assist. Our ophthalmic surgeons at our Windsor Gardens clinic are registered with private health funds as ‘no gap’ doctors.

Our Windsor Gardens clinic is co-located with Windsor Gardens Day Surgery within the 480 Specialist Centre, ensuring seamless continuity of care for patients undergoing surgical procedures.

We also have clinics in Kurralta Park, Elizabeth, Seaford, and Whyalla, making it easy to find an eye clinic near you. Our Kurralta Park clinic is purpose-built and conveniently located in the Tennyson Centre – a trusted part of the local community since the 1950s – where it has operated from since 2009.

Our Adelaide eye surgeons are also actively engaged beyond the clinic, contributing to clinical research, teaching and examining medical students, optometry students, and ophthalmology trainees. Our ophthalmologists also present at local and international conferences.

In addition to private practice, many of our Adelaide eye doctors hold academic positions, including professorships and associate professorships, at institutions such as the University of Adelaide. Many of our specialists also practise and/or teach at major hospitals and health centres, including the Royal Adelaide Hospital, The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Whyalla Hospital and Health Service, and Flinders Medical Centre. Our doctors also contribute their expertise to local and international charitable programs.

Our clinical team, comprising optometrists, ophthalmic technicians and highly experienced ophthalmologists, is dedicated to providing a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for every patient.

Fully accredited

We are committed to continuously monitoring and improving customer service, including meeting the National Safety and Quality Health Services (NSQHS) standards across our Adelaide day surgery. These standards focus on the effectiveness of a practice’s quality management system in meeting the needs of patients.

Read more about our quality and safety page commitments.

Eye clinics in South Australia

Our South Australia eye doctors consult at ophthalmology clinics in Kurralta Park, Windsor Gardens, SeafordElizabeth and Whyalla. Across these locations, patients can access a comprehensive range of services, including cataract surgery, lens exchange, corneal conditions, cross-linking surgery for keratoconus, glaucoma, pterygium, retinal conditions (including eye injections for macular degeneration), diabetic eye disease, paediatric ophthalmology and general eye care. You can read more about our services below.

Our Windsor Gardens Day Surgery is conveniently co-located with our Windsor Gardens clinic. In addition to opthalmic procedures, day surgery patients also have access to surgical services, including dental, dermatology, haematology and plastic surgery. For more information, please visit Vision Hospital Group.

Services our eye specialists in Adelaide offer

Cataract surgeons in Adelaide

All three Vision Eye Institute clinics in Adelaide offer cataract surgery, which is performed in our state-of-the-art day surgery at Windsor Gardens or nearby at Tennyson Centre.

Our team of ophthalmologists have extensive experience performing cataract surgery, including advanced laser cataract surgery. The latest range of replacement lens options (e.g. trifocal, multifocal and toric lenses) are available at Vision Eye Institute cataract surgery clinics in Adelaide.

Book a cataract consultation in Adelaide.

Glaucoma clinics in Adelaide

Ophthalmologists at our three Adelaide eye clinics can diagnose glaucoma. Disease management may include using medicated eye drops and treatments, such as minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), glaucoma filtration surgery and laser treatment for glaucoma.

More information about glaucoma treatment in Adelaide.

Diabetic eye disease treatment in Adelaide

Diabetic eye problems include diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema. It is important to have a regular diabetes eye check so that treatment can be started as early as possible to preserve your vision.

Our Adelaide ophthalmologists may recommend diabetic retinopathy treatment such as eye injections to prevent diabetes eye damage. Diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema can cause significant visual impairment if left untreated.

Book a diabetic eye disease consultation in Adelaide.

Macular degeneration diagnosis and treatment in Adelaide

Age-related macular degeneration, or AMD, affects the central part of your retina. It can be categorised as either dry macular degeneration (very common) or wet macular degeneration (uncommon).

People often ask if we offer macular degeneration treatment in Adelaide. While there is no dry macular degeneration treatment, treatment is available for wet macular degeneration. Regular eye checks once you are over 50 are important for early diagnosis.

Book a macular degeneration consultation in Adelaide.

Retinal clinic in Adelaide

The retina is the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye, which can be affected by a number of conditions and diseases (e.g. age-related macular degenerationdiabetic retinopathy, diabetic macular oedema, retinal tears).

Book a retinal consultation in Adelaide.

Keratoconus treatment in Adelaide

People with keratoconus experience weakening and thinning of their cornea, which can change its shape and lead to visual distortion. Corneal cross-linking is a type of keratoconus surgery that has been shown to effectively stop the progression of this condition.

A Medicare rebate is available for keratoconus cross-linking treatment and the procedure is offered at all three of our Adelaide clinics. Corneal transplants are sometimes used in patients with severe keratoconus.

Book a keratoconus consultation.

Dry eye diagnosis and management in Adelaide

Dry eye is more common in females, older people and office environments, where there is a lot of computer work and dry air due to constant heating/cooling. Symptoms of dry eye include itching, watering, redness, burning, grittiness, fluctuating vision and sensitivity to light. It is often confused with allergies.

Severe dry eye can be extremely debilitating. Although there is no dry eye cure, early diagnosis and management, including symptomatic treatment, are important.

Book a dry eye consultation in Adelaide.

Pterygium treatment in Adelaide

People who spend a lot of time outside in sunny, windy conditions have a higher risk of developing a pterygium (also called Surfer’s Eye). A pterygium is a (usually) benign growth involving the conjunctival layer of the eye. It is often fleshy and triangular-shaped.

Pterygium treatment is not required unless the growth occurs onto the cornea, where it may cause scarring and/or distort vision. If this happens, our Adelaide ophthalmologists can perform pterygium surgery to remove it.

Book a pterygium consultation in Adelaide.

Corneal transplantation in Adelaide

Corneal transplants (also known as corneal grafts or keratoplasty) remain an important treatment option for certain eye conditions and can offer life-changing restoration of vision. Because it is an invasive procedure with a high risk of side-effects, a corneal transplant is generally a treatment of last resort.

Vision Eye Institute Adelaide corneal specialists, Dr Paul Athanasiov and Dr Simone Beheregaray, have significant expertise in performing corneal transplants, including full- and partial-thickness graft techniques.

Book a corneal transplantation consultation in Adelaide.

Corneal clinics in Adelaide

Our corneal specialists treat many different corneal diseases at our Kurralta Park clinic in Adelaide. We offer the latest treatment options for dry eyekeratoconuspterygium and more.

Learn more about corneal conditions or book a corneal consultation in Adelaide.

General eye clinics in Adelaide

At Vision Eye Institute, our experienced Adelaide ophthalmologists also see patients with more general conditions. Our doctors can perform a comprehensive eye examination and determine which treatments, if any, are required for your eye condition. Patients looking for a general eye health consultation can visit any of our Adelaide eye clinics .

Book an eye health consultation in Adelaide.

Book an appointment with our eye doctors in Adelaide

Booking a consultation with one of our eye doctors in Adelaide is quick and convenient.

If you have a valid referral from your optometrist or GP, you can book with the doctor or clinic listed on your referral using our ‘Book a consultation’ form. If your referral is more general in nature, simply book with the clinic closest to you.

Note: You MUST have a referral to book a consultation with one of our eye specialists in South Australia.

  1. Complete and submit you ‘Book a consultation’ form for your preferred clinic or doctor
    • On our form, you can select how you’d like to hear back from the eye clinic (phone or email), along with your preferred day of the week and time for your appointment (morning or evening).
  2. We’ll get in touch

    A staff member from your preferred eye clinic will contact you by phone or email, depending on your preference.

    • Our team will confirm your details, including whether you have a referral and the reason for your visit, to ensure you are matched with the right specialist for your needs. They will then book you in at the earliest available appointment that suits your preferred day and time.
  3. Get ready for your appointment

    Your preferred clinic will provide you with everything you need ahead of your appointment, including a link to complete our online registration form.

    • Information about preparing for your first appointment can be found on our patient hub page.
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