Understanding Your Retinal Care
Find information on what to expect during your visit, common treatments and procedures, and educational resources on retinal conditions.
Your Visit
Prepare for you visit
Typical length
Allow up to 2 hours for your clinic visit. This will include a clinical examination with your physician, clinical testing, and any necessary treatment(s).
During your visit
Your pupils will be dilated to allow for a thorough examination of your retina and back of the eye. This takes about 40 minutes. Please have someone accompany you to your appointment as you will not be able to drive afterwards. Alternatively, please arrange for a taxi or ride sharing service.
What to bring
Please bring sunglasses (as your eyes may be sensitive to light after your procedure) and a list of any medications you are taking.
During your visit
Imaging
Your retinal specialist will use advanced imaging techniques to take detailed pictures of the back of your eye. They will use these images to assess your eye health, and diagnose your retinal condition.
Treatment plan
Your retinal specialist will discuss your recommended treatment plan with you, which may include medical and/or surgical care. These procedures are performed either at our clinic or in hospital.
Consultation and follow-up
We will ensure to consult with your referring physician to discuss your care plan and requirements for follow-up and monitoring.
Treatments and Procedures
We perform a wide range of retinal treatments and procedures in the comfort of our clinic, and through affiliated hospitals when surgery is required.
These include:
Eye injections
Medications are injected into the eye to treat AMD, diabetic eye disease and other conditions.
Laser treatment
A laser is used to repair retinal tears and treat retinal conditions.
Vitrectomy surgery
A procedure to remove vitreous gel (the clear gel-like substance behind your retina) to treat conditions that affect the retina and surrounding areas.
Pneumatic retinopexy
A simple procedure using a gas bubble to repair certain retinal detachments.
Cryotherapy
Freezing is used to repair certain retinal tears and help prevent detachment.