Retinal Laser & Treatments

Our ophthalmologists have subspecialist training in the management of retinal diseases including various forms of laser treatments for diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration (AMD), torn retina, retinal vein occlusion and central serous chorioretinopathy (CSCR).

Dr Chang standing with the specialised imaging equipment used to assess patient eyes at Eastwood Eye Specialists

Dr Chang is very experienced in all aspects of intravitreal eye injection therapy for the treatment of retinal disease such as AMD, diabetic retinopathy, uveitis and macular oedema due to various other causes. The full spectrum of treatment options are available for patients including Aflibercept (Eylea), Ranibizumab (Lucentis), Faricimab (Vabysmo), Bevacizumab (Avastin), Brolucizumab (Beovu) and slow-release steroid implant (Ozurdex). Eastwood Eye Specialists has purpose-built modern procedure room for the safe and comfortable delivery of intravitreal eye treatments.

Vitrectomy surgery removes vitreous from the eye

Image from American Academy of Ophthalmology: Cataract Surgery

For more information on retinal surgery and laser, please call Eastwood Eye Specialists for an appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions about Retinal Treatment

What is the latest treatment for retinal disease?

There are new treatments for geographic atrophy (GA) or dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD), such as Syfovre intravitreal injections. Our retinal specialists are involved in clinical trials and offer the latest treatment for our patients at Eastwood Eye Specialists.

What types of retinal laser treatments are available?

Retinal laser can seal retinal tears and holes, preventing retinal detachment. Macular laser and panretinal photocoagulation (PRP) laser can treat sight-threatening diabetic retinopathy. All of these are available at Eastwood Eye Specialists.

What is the difference between a retinal specialist and general ophthalmologist?

Retinal specialists undertake further years of subspeciality training in addition to the many years of comprehensive eye specialist training to become a general ophthalmologist. Our doctors, including Dr John Chang and Dr Ju-Lee Ooi, are retinal specialists with additional years of training and experience, focusing on diagnosis and treatment of retinal diseases.

What treatments are available for wet macular degeneration (AMD)?

Some of the newest treatments include newer generation of intravitreal anti-VEGF injections for wet AMD and diabetic retinopathy. These are prescription medications that will be prescribed and administered by your retinal specialist.