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Home > Laser surgery

Laser surgery

About laser eye surgery

Laser eye surgery is a relatively common procedure today. Since first commercially introduced in 1991, the technology used has moved forward significantly.  Read more.

Types of laser eye surgery

Since 1991, laser eye surgery has introduced new and improved technologies. The result – laser vision correction is available to more people than ever. Read more.

Common disorders and treatments

The most common treatment for hyperopia, myopia, presbyopia and astigmatism  is to wear glasses or contact lenses, however there are other options. Read more.

Other refractive procedures

There have been significant advances in the treatment of presbyopia, including refractive lens exchange and phakic intraocular lenses. Read more.

Why Vision Eye Institute 

The doctors at Vision Eye Institute have always been at the forefront of laser vision correction. Read more.

FAQs

How much does laser vision correction cost? What are the risks? How long does laser vision correction take? These are some of the most frequently asked questions. Read more.

 

Spotlight on: Laser technology and presbyopia

Dr Patrick Versace talks about the benefits of laser eye surgery technology, while Dr Darryl Gregor explains presbyopia.

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Latest laser treatments
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Meet our laser surgeons

Professor Gerard Sutton

Meet Professor Gerard Sutton

Professor Sutton specialises in vision correction, cataract and keratoconus surgery. He practices from our clinic at Chatswood. Read more

 

Dr Abi Tenen

Meet Dr Abi Tenen

Dr Tenen specialises in laser vision correction and cataract surgery. Her  services are available at our clinics in Blackburn South, Camberwell, Coburg and St Kilda. Read more

Dr Joe Reich

Meet Dr Joe Reich

Dr Reich is a specialist cataract and refractive surgeon. His services are available at the clinics in Camberwell, Blackburn South, Coburg and St Kilda. Read more

 

Dr Michael Lawless

Meet Dr Michael Lawless

Dr Michael Lawless specialises in vision correction and cataract surgery and is based at Vision Eye Institute Chatswood. Read more

 

Dr Guy Olorenshaw

Meet Dr Guy Olorenshaw

Dr Olorenshaw is a specialist refractive surgeon and he is based at our clinic in St Kilda Road.  Read more

 

Dr Frank Howes

Meet Dr Frank Howes

Dr Howes specialises in refractive and cataract surgery. He’s based at Vision’s clinics at River City, Southport and Varsity Lakes. Read more

 

Dr Colin Chan

Meet Dr Colin Chan

Dr Colin Chan specialises in refractive, cataract and corneal surgery. He works out of Vision Eye Institute at Chatswood and Bondi Junction. Read more

 

Dr Paul Hughes

Meet Dr Paul Hughes

Dr Hughes specialises in cataract and refractive surgery. He is the Medical Director of Vision Eye Institute in Hurstville.  Read more

 

Dr Chris Rogers

Meet Dr Chris Rogers

Dr Christopher Rogers is a corneal specialist and is based at our clinic in Chatswood. Read more

 

Dr Lee Lenton

Meet Dr Lee Lenton

Dr Lenton is a specialist cataract and refractive surgeon. His specialist services are available at the Townsville and River City clinics. Read more

Dr Jim McAlister

Meet Dr Jim McAlister

Dr McAlister specialises in tumours, refractive and complex cataract surgery. He works out of the clinics at Varsity Lakes and Mount Gravatt. Read more

 

Dr Peter Heiner

Meet Dr Peter Heiner

Dr Heiner specialises in refractive and micro-incision cataract surgery. His services are available at both Southport and Coolangatta clinics. Read more

 

Dr Ron Stasiuk

Meet Dr Ron Stasiuk

Dr Stasiuk is a cataract and refractive surgeon. His services are available at our clinic in Blackburn South. Read more

 

Dr Patrick Versace

Meet Dr Patrick Versace

Dr Patrick Versace dedicates his Bondi Junction practice to refractive surgery, with a particular interest in presbyopia. Read more

 

 

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