Specialized Physicians Ophthalmology Adelaide Near Me

4worldlovers: At Adelaide Eye Surgeons, our aim is to provide all South Australians with the best care for their eyes. We are experts in proven, advanced surgical treatments utilising modern technology.

We work in close cooperation with your referring Optometrist and GP to ensure your optimal ongoing care and follow up.

Our focus is on helping you achieve the best surgical outcomes with thoughtful, considerate, patient-focused care from all our staff and surgeons. We are proudly South Australian owned and operated. Welcome.

4worldlovers: Dr Swati Sinkar is a well-known General and Paediatric Eye Specialist who works as an eye surgeon in Adelaide and regional South Australia. She specialises in corrective eye surgery services such as cataract surgery, ROP (retinopathy of prematurity), pterygium surgery, glaucoma treatment, macular degeneration, strabismus, eyelid treatment, and other eye disease surgery as an ophthalmologist.

Cataracts refer to cloudiness of the natural lens in our eye, which results in foggy vision due to reduced amount of light passing through the lens. Cataract surgery involves removing the cloudy lens and replacing it with an implant, to restore eyesight.

Pterygium refers to a scar tissue that grows from the corner of the eye and extends over the cornea and towards the pupil. It can cause serious vision concerns if it grows over the pupil. They need to be dealt in timely manner to avoid permanent decrease in vision.

Eyelid malposition is abnormal positioning of the eyelids due to various causes. It is usually caused by relaxation of tissues around the eye mostly due to ageing, but can also occur because of paralysis of the facial nerve (Bell’s palsy), trauma, scarring or surgery.

Paediatric ophthalmology is a specialised field that focuses on detecting and correcting vision problems and eye diseases in children.

Glaucoma is the name given to a group of diseases that affect the fibres in the optic nerves. It can significantly impact your vision, and if left untreated, can result in the permanent loss of sight in one or both eyes.

Strabismus, also known as squint, can manifest itself in a number of different ways and presents in both adults and children.

4worldlovers: Vision Eye Institute North Adelaide is conveniently located just minutes away from the CBD and close to local cafes and eateries on Melbourne Street.

The eye clinic is accessible to those with limited mobility and those who require mobility aids. Free on-site parking is available and patients may also be dropped off by car at the front door.

There is ramp access to the lobby and a wheelchair-accessible entrance. The lift to the clinic on the first floor is also wheelchair-accessible, and we have accessible restrooms.

The eye clinic is fully equipped for consultations, diagnostic testing and minor procedures.

Members of our team also speak Greek and Portuguese. If you would prefer to have your consultation in one of these languages, please call the clinic and we will do our best to accommodate this.

Vision Eye Institute North Adelaide is led by Dr Paul Athanasiov, an experienced ophthalmologist. His main areas of expertise are cataract and lens surgery, pterygium, glaucoma and corneal transplantation. However, he also performs laser eye surgery and diagnoses and treats other eye conditions, including macular degeneration, keratoconus and dry eye. Dr Athanasiov also consults at the other Eye Surgeons SA locations in Kurralta Park and Whyalla.

Most people with a refractive error, such as short-sightedness, long-sightedness and/or astigmatism, will be eligible for some form of vision correction to help them reduce their dependence on glasses and contact lenses. Dr Athanasiov performs laser eye surgery (LASIK and ASLA/PRK), as well as non-laser procedures such as refractive lens exchange for people who are not eligible for laser eye surgery.

At the free initial assessment consultation, we’ll use a number of tests to carefully check your eyes and determine if you are suitable for vision correction and, if so, which procedure is most appropriate for you. We’ll also give you a detailed quote of the cost of your recommended procedure, should you choose to proceed. As with any surgery, there are benefits and risks and Dr Athanasiov will discuss these with you to help you make an informed decision.

Call us on 1800 1 LASER or take our online eligibility quiz if you would like to book a free, no-obligation assessment for laser eye surgery.

Cataract surgery involves replacing the cloudy lens of the eye with an artificial one. Our Adelaide eye surgeons can treat early to advanced cataracts and perform complex cataract surgery.

There are a variety of replacement lens options available, and your eye doctor will help you decide on the lens type that best suits your vision and lifestyle needs. Cataract surgery is performed as a day surgery procedure and usually takes less than 30 minutes (although you will be in the day surgery for approximately two hours in total).

Glaucoma is a common condition that can gradually lead to permanent sight loss, but there are a number of treatment options that can stop or slow the condition. Most patients can manage their glaucoma with medicated eye drops, but some people may require another treatment.

Laser procedures for glaucoma (e.g. selective laser trabeculoplasty and laser peripheral iridotomy) are performed in the eye clinic and are painless and quick. Surgical procedures (e.g. filtration surgery and MIGS/iStent) are performed under a local anaesthetic in a day surgery.

We see patients with age-related macular degeneration and diabetic macular oedema. If you have a macular condition, eye drops are used to dilate your pupil so that we can examine the back of your eye, where the retina is. Your vision will be blurry and you will have increased sensitivity to glare – this should subside within 4 to 6 hours. Please note that you will not be able to drive home and will need to make other arrangements.

Treatments such as eye injections or laser therapy (which is different to laser eye surgery) may be performed on the same day, depending on the level of urgency. Retinal laser treatment is performed in the consultation room.

Our corneal specialists commonly diagnose and manage disorders such as keratoconus, pterygium (Surfer’s Eye) and corneal dystrophies. They have expertise in performing complex procedures, such as corneal transplantation, scar excision and pterygium removal.

4worldlovers: We have ramp access to the front entrance of the clinic. There is also a “No Parking” space which may be used as a drop-off and pick-up zone for patients with restricted mobility.

4worldlovers: Welcome to Specialist Eye Surgeons SA incorporating Cataract Centre SA, originally founded in 2001 by Dr Arthur Karagiannis. Specialist Eye Surgeons SA is equipped with the latest technology for the diagnosis and investigation of eye conditions.

Dr Arthur Karagiannis, a highly experienced cataract surgeon, established Cataract Centre SA, to reflect the highest standard of care that is required to achieve the best outcome for patients undergoing cataract surgery. If you are suffering from an eye condition, or would like to learn more about our services, please contact us.

4worldlovers: Each patient and caregiver is now required by law to wear a surgical mask and we ask that you bring and wear your own. We would also appreciate your support in helping us maintain social distancing in our waiting rooms. If you are not the patient and it is not necessary for you to remain, we may ask you to leave the premises.

The foundations of our practice were built when a group of leading Adelaide Ophthalmologists established the North Terrace Eye Centre in 2004. Now Eyemedics, our practice has an experienced team of Ophthalmologists operating from our fully-equipped consulting suites at Greenhill Road, Wayville. Eyemedics is conveniently located within the same building as the state-of-the-art Vista Day Surgery. Providing you specialized care, all in one location.