Ophthalmology (Eye Services)

Although the service is primarily aimed at patients requiring Cataract Surgery, we do also provide treatment for a range of conditions, such as :

Chalazion, Pterygium,  Entropion, Ectropion, Laser Peripheral Iridotomy , Laser Posterior Capsulotomy ( for lens opacity).

We welcome referrals from practitioners in the Eastern Metropolitan community. Referrals needs to be made by e-referrals

Referrals can be made by:

• Optometrists
• Ophthalmologists
• GPs (must have Optometry report if a referral is from GP)

Information is available on HealthPathways Melbourne  for assistance in managing your patient’s condition. This includes what investigations you need to perform prior to referring to a specialist and what information you need to include in the referral.  If you require login access to HealthPathways, contact [email protected].

Referrals for the below condition should meet the Statewide Referral Criteria for Specialist Clinics:

• Assessment for cataract surgery

For all other Ophthalmology service conditions listed below, please continue to refer as per clinical assessment and need:

• Pterygium
• Eyelid disorders (including entropion, ectropion, ptosis etc)
• Chalazion
• Posterior capsule opacification (PCO) requiring YAG laser capsulotomy
• Narrow angle glaucoma risk requiring prophylactic YAG laser iridotomy

Referrals for patients from the ATSI community will be fast-tracked in the interests of Closing the Gap.

No paediatric service.

Referrals to this service are assessed against the Statewide Referral Criteria and will be declined if the following criteria is not included within the referral:

• Patient’s name and date of birth and at least one valid phone number
• Copy of report from Optometrist or Ophthalmologist with best corrected visual acuity
• Brief medical history – comorbidities, medications, Weight less than 130kg and BMI< 40
• Reason for referral
• Service required

For referral information, including how to refer electronically, see Specialist (Outpatients) Clinics.

If your patient’s condition deteriorates, please send an updated referral via HealthLink SmartForms selecting the Referral Continuation “Amended referral/update previously sent referral” with additional clinical information. 

Emergency cases should be sent to the Emergency Department.

Yes, as long as you send us a new referral.

You will be assessed for suitability, and then placed on our waiting list.

No, you will be treated as a public patient and have no out of pocked expenses.