Services

What Surgery Can We Offer?

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).

Criteria for Referral

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)

Further queries Please contact  ereferralmanagement@easternhealth.org.au

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

Making a Referral

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

Referral Concerns

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

I have had my other eye operated on at another hospital. Can I have this surgery at your hospital?

Yes, as long as you send us a new referral. You will be assessed for suitability, and then placed on our waiting list.

Do I have to pay to have my surgery at Lilydale?

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