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Dr Robert Bourke > My specialties

My specialties

When I became a medical student, I realised that what fascinated me about medicine was the problem-solving aspect – for me, finding the right answer was like trying to solve a detective story. That, and the fact that there are plenty of medical problems that are actually quite hard to cure, so discovering the right answer was a challenge that I really enjoyed.

Surgery always appealed to me, because it could produce the results. But becoming an ophthalmologist was the best of both worlds for me – surgery that was also aesthetically beautiful. After all, the eye is beautiful to look at – delicate, intricate and exquisite. So, eye surgery reflects that because you’re working on this beautiful thing, under a microscope, where the surgery has to be very precise, it’s demanding but very satisfying.

Macular Degeneration

I specialise in the area of macular degeneration, sometimes called age related macular degeneration (AMD). There have been tremendous advances in the treatment of macular degeneration.  Click here to read more.

Macular hole

A macular hole occurs more regularly in females over the age of 60. If diagnosed early, successful treatments are now available. Click here to read more.

Diabetic retinopathy

Diabetics face the possibility that at some stage, they may have the condition called diabetic retinopathy. It can affect eyesight but, if testing occurs on a regular basis, the chances of good eyesight are extremely good. Click here to read more.

Epiretinal membrane

Sometimes called macular pucker. Click here to read more.

Cataracts

Cataract is the clouding of the lens of the eye, and when progressed, only cataract surgery will restore clear vision. Click here to read more.

Other retinal conditions

To read more about retinal detachment, retinal vein occlusion, macular oedema, vitreous haemorrhage and more, click here.

Dr Robert Bourke

Dr Bourke explains modern retinal treatments.

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