Narellan Eye Specialists

15/07/2025

Narellan Eye Specialists is pleased to welcome Dr Shanil Dhanji to our practice. Born and raised in Greater Western Sydney, Dr Shanil Dhanji is an Ophthalmologist with subspecialty training in cataract, medical retina, inherited retinal diseases, uveitis, ocular oncology and vitreoretinal surgery. He is committed to improving the vision of his community.

Dr Dhanji has completed three retina fellowships including a comprehensive Medical Retina fellowship at Westmead Hospital, mentored by Professor Paul Mitchell. Dr Dhanji then completed the world-renowned University of British Columbia (UBC) Vancouver Vitreoretinal two-year fellowship where he trained in inherited retinal diseases, uveitis, ocular oncology and vitreoretinal surgery.

Dr Dhanji accepts all eye referrals and his subspecialty interests include:
· Cataract surgery – including complex cases and premium intraocular lenses
· Medical retina – age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusion including anti-VEGF and laser therapy
· Surgical retina – epiretinal membranes, macular holes, floaters, vitreous haemorrhage, retinal tears, retinal detachments, dislocated lenses and ocular trauma

Dr Dhanji prides himself on developing excellent rapport and looks forward to working collaboratively to provide exceptional care for your patients.

13/03/2025

What an incredible night! Narellan Eye Specialists hosted another informative educational evening for our local Optometrists. We had 90 attendees and fantastic presentations from Dr Kumar, Dr Northey and Dr Parker. Thank you to everyone who attended and to our sponsors. We look forward to hosting our next one!

20/12/2024

15/11/2024

Congratulations to Dr Kumar who has been recognised as a Fellow by the World College of Refractive Surgery and Visual Sciences specialty board.

This achievement is based upon Dr Kumar’s excellence in surgical skills, mastering the practice of refractive surgery as well as his accomplishments in teaching and education.

This is such a profound achievement.

Narellan Eye Specialists is incredibly humbled to have such a brilliant surgeon.

11/11/2024

Dr Rossiter-Thornton and one happy patient ☺️

07/11/2024

Our very own Dr Michael Rossiter-Thornton recently travelled to Cambodia with the Gift of Sight program. Dr Rossiter-Thornton among a team of nurses and other volunteers successfully performed cataract surgery, restoring the sight to many blind and visually impaired individuals. These individuals would not have been able to access such services without the hard work of these incredible volunteers. Congratulations Dr Rossiter-Thornton, the team at Narellan are so proud to be able to work alongside you each day! 👏🏻

09/10/2024

Today is World Sight Day 2024.

This year’s campaign shines light on childrens eye health and the importance of parents and carers understanding the role eyecare plays in a child's development, education and social interactions.

17/08/2024

Our very own Dr Chilov!! The kindest Dr and most incredible surgeon! 😊

05/07/2024

What is a chalazion?

A chalazion is an inflammatory lump or cyst on the eyelid caused by blockage and swelling of an oil gland (meibomian glands) in the eyelid.

What are the sings and symptoms?

-A lump on the eyelid
-Mild redness, tenderness or swelling of the lid
-Vision may be slightly distorted if the lesion is large enough to press on the eye

What is the treatment for chalazion?

-Hot compress
-Massaging your eyelids and lashes
-Cleaning your eyelids twice a day
-Antibiotic drops, ointment or tablets are usually not necessary unless your doctor thinks you are at risk of infection.
-A persistent chalazion, if bothersome, can be surgically drained under local anaesthesia.
-Children usually require a general anaesthetic.

23/06/2024

What is an entropion?

Entropion is a condition in which your eyelid turns inward so that your eyelashes and skin rub against the surface of the eye.
Patients may experience:
• Irritation
• Redness
• Tearing
• Discomfort.
• Corneal and conjunctival damage including
scarring.

Who gets entropion?

Entropion is more common in the elderly. It may occur either in the upper or lower eyelids.

How is it managed?

Definitive management is surgical. Medical management such as contact lenses or botox to the lower lid is temporary but can improve symptoms while waiting for surgery.

17/06/2024

What is an ectropion?

Ectropion is a condition in which your eyelid turns outward. Patients may experience symptoms such as:

•Excess tearing.
•Dry eyes.
•Inability to close the eyelids completely.
•Eye and eyelid itching, burning, or crusting (from chronic conjunctivitis)
•Blurry vision, sensitivity to light, and eye pain (from infection or ulceration of the cornea)

Who gets ectropion?

Ectropion is more common in older adults, and it generally affects only the lower eyelid.

How is it managed?

Definitive management is surgical. Medical management is temporary but can improve symptoms while waiting for surgery.