Our experienced ophthalmic surgeons

Our team of highly experienced ophthalmologists serves patients across Brisbane and Mackay. Vision Eye Institute in Auchenflower, Brisbane, also has a co-located day surgery – RiverCity Private Hospital.

We provide comprehensive eye care for adults and children, with specialist expertise in cataracts, glaucoma, retinal conditions (including macular degeneration), corneal disease, and general eye health. Everything we do is guided by a commitment to patient-centred care and the best possible outcomes for your vision.

Whether you’ve noticed changes in your vision or have been referred by your optometrist or GP, our eye doctors in Queensland are here to help. Browse our team below, choose a specialist or a convenient clinic location, and request a consultation using our booking form.

Book a consultation

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.

About Vision Eye Institute in Queensland

Led by highly experienced ophthalmologists, our friendly team across Queensland specialises in diagnosing and treating a wide range of eye conditions. These include retinal diseases, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, strabismus (crossed or turned eyes), vitreoretinal surgery, pterygium surgery, nerve-related vision problems, and diseases affecting the ocular surface – such as dry eye, red eye, corneal ulcers, and chronic conjunctivitis – as well as general eye health.

Our clinical team includes optometrists and ophthalmic technicians who, alongside our ophthalmologists, are committed to delivering the highest standard of care to every patient.

We aim to make your visit as comfortable as possible. Patients are always welcomed with a smile by our friendly reception staff in our bright, modern clinics. Our Brisbane clinic is conveniently co-located with RiverCity Private Hospital, ensuring seamless continuity of care.

Our Queensland eye surgeons are also actively engaged beyond the clinic, participating in clinical research, teaching and examining medical students, optometry students and ophthalmology trainees. They also present at local and international conferences.

In addition to private practice, several Vision Eye Institute doctors in Brisbane and Mackay hold academic positions, including professorships and associate professorships, at institutions such as James Cook University. Many of our specialists also practise and/or teach at major hospitals, including STARS Hospital and Gold Coast University Hospital, while others contribute their expertise to local and international charitable programs.

We pride ourselves on our thorough, detail-oriented approach, carefully investigating each patient’s condition before recommending or commencing any treatment.

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 Queensland day surgeries. 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 Queensland

Our Queensland eye doctors consult at ophthalmology clinics in Brisbane and Mackay, with day surgeries located in Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Townsville. 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, paediatric ophthalmology and general eye care.

Vision Eye Institute has three day surgeries in QLD – RiverCity Private Hospital in Brisbane, Vision Centre Day Surgery on the Gold Coast and North Queensland Day Surgery in Townsville. For more information, please visit Vision Hospital Group.

Services our eye specialists in Brisbane and Mackay offer

Cataract eye surgeons in Brisbane

Both Vision Eye Institute clinics in Brisbane offer cataract surgery, which is performed in a state-of-the-art day surgery at RiverCity Private Hospital by our highly experienced eye surgeons.

Our eye surgeons have extensive experience with the latest lens technology (e.g. trifocal and multifocal lenses). They also perform refractive lens exchange (sometimes called lens replacement surgery) for patients with presbyopia who require vision correction.

Vision Eye Institute Brisbane offers bulk-billed cataract surgery.

Book a cataract consultation.

Glaucoma clinics in Queensland

Our glaucoma specialists practice at Mackay and Brisbane. They can diagnose glaucoma, prescribe medicated eye drops and provide treatments, such as minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), glaucoma filtration surgery and laser treatment for glaucoma.

Diabetic eye disease treatment in Brisbane

Diabetic eye disease, including diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular oedema, requires regular diabetes eye checks to preserve vision. 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 Brisbane eye specialists may recommend diabetic retinopathy treatment such as eye injections to prevent diabetic eye damage. Diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular oedema can cause significant visual impairment if left untreated.

Book a diabetic eye disease consultation.

Macular degeneration diagnosis and treatment in Brisbane

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 Brisbane. 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.

Retinal clinic in Brisbane

Our Brisbane clinic offers medical treatment for a range of retinal conditions, including macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. Eye injections and laser therapy for retinal diseases are performed in the consultation rooms by highly experienced eye doctors.

Book a retinal consultation.

Keratoconus treatment in Brisbane

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 our Brisbane (Dr Lenton) clinic by experienced eye doctor, Dr Lee Lenton.

Book a keratoconus consultation.

Dry eye diagnosis and management in Brisbane

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.

Our Brisbane eye surgeons offer comprehensive dry eye treatment options, including both traditional and new treatments.

Book a dry eye consultation.

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Pterygium treatment in Brisbane

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, Dr Lee Lenton, one of our Brisbane eye surgeons, can perform pterygium surgery to remove it.

Book a pterygium consultation.

Corneal clinics in Brisbane

Patients with corneal conditions such as dry eye, keratoconus and pterygium can be treated at both Vision Eye Institute Brisbane clinics. Surgical procedures, such as pterygium removal, are performed in the co-located day surgery by our highly experienced eye doctors.

Book a corneal consultation.

Neuro-ophthalmology

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Children's eye health in Brisbane

Paediatric ophthalmology is a sub-speciality of ophthalmology that covers eye conditions affecting newborns through to adolescents. Examples of paediatric eye conditions include refractive error, conjunctivitis, lazy eye (amblyopia), crossed eyes (strabismus), congenital droopy eyelid (ptosis), childhood cataract, congenital glaucoma and eye injuries. Although conducting a thorough eye examination in a child can be challenging, it is important for an accurate diagnosis.

Book a children’s eye health consultation.

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General eye clinics in Brisbane

Patients with other eye conditions can book a consultation at either one of our eye clinics in Brisbane. Our ophthalmologists (eye doctors) are highly experienced in general ophthalmic care.

Book an appointment with our eye doctors in Brisbane

Booking a consultation with one of our eye doctors in Brisbane or Mackay 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 you do not have a referral you can still use the ‘Book a consultation’ form to book your appointment. However, you must obtain a referral prior to your appointment with our Queensland eye specialists.

  1. Complete and submit you ‘Book a consultation’ form for your preferred clinic and doctor (if you have a preference)
    • 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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