Specialised expertise in ABO Eye Unit encompasses a range of skills and knowledge that are crucial for providing comprehensive care and management of eye conditions.
Clinical Expertise
- Refractive Surgery:
- We specialise in LASIK, PRK, and refractive lens exchange procedures to correct vision problems and help reduce the need for glasses or contact lenses.
- Cornea and External Diseases:
- Our experts diagnose and manage corneal conditions such as keratoconus and infections.
- We offer advanced treatments like corneal transplants and collagen cross-linking to improve corneal health.
- Glaucoma:
- We provide comprehensive care for glaucoma, including medical treatments, laser therapies, and surgical options such as trabeculectomy and shunt placement.
- Retina and Vitreous:
- We handle retinal and vitreous conditions such as diabetic retinopathy and retinal detachments.
- We perform procedures including intravitreal injections, laser treatments, and vitreoretinal surgeries.
- Paediatric Ophthalmology:
- We are dedicated to diagnosing and treating eye conditions in children, including eye misalignment (strabismus) and lazy eye (amblyopia).
- Our services also include Paediatric cataract surgery and managing childhood glaucoma.
- Oculoplastic and Orbit Surgery:
- We address eyelid disorders, orbital tumours, and lacrimal system issues with both medical and surgical treatments.
- Our expertise includes eyelid reconstruction, cosmetic eyelid surgery, and treatment for facial nerve disorders affecting eye function.
Subspecialties and Advanced Techniques
- Neuro-Ophthalmology:
- We focus on conditions that affect the visual pathways and neurological disorders impacting vision, such as optic neuritis, optic neuropathies, and cranial nerve palsies.
- Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Diseases:
- We specialise in diagnosing and managing inflammatory conditions of the uvea (including the iris, ciliary body, and choroid) and related systemic diseases.
- Ophthalmic Oncology:
- We have expertise in diagnosing and treating eye tumours, including melanoma, retinoblastoma, and secondary tumours that spread to the eye.
Advanced Diagnostic and Surgical Techniques
- Advanced Imaging Technologies:
- We are skilled in using advanced imaging tools such as Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), fluorescein angiography, and ultrasound bio-microscopy (UBM) to assess eye conditions.
- Microsurgical Skills:
- We perform precise microsurgical procedures with specialised instruments, including vitrectomy for retinal surgery and delicate techniques for corneal transplants.
Research and Academic Contributions
- Clinical Research:
- We conduct research to better understand eye diseases, evaluate new treatments, and enhance clinical outcomes.
- Teaching and Education:
- We mentor residents, fellows, and medical students in clinical practice, surgical techniques, and research methods.
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Collaborative Care:
We work closely with optometrists, primary care doctors, neurologists, and other specialists to provide comprehensive care for patients with complex eye conditions or systemic diseases affecting the eyes.
Continuous Professional Development
Continuing Education:
- We stay updated with the latest advancements in ophthalmic research, technology, and clinical practices through ongoing learning, including conferences, workshops, and courses.