Dr Carmen Oakley

Dr Carmen Oakley Dr Carmen Oakley is a Consulting Ophthalmologist & Eye Surgeon at Adelaide Eye & Laser Centre and Eyemedics.

She has dual sub-specialties in glaucoma & cataract l surgeries. With a patient first focus she is a passionate provider of ophthalmic care. Dr Carmen Oakley is an ophthalmologist and eye surgeon with subspecialty training in glaucoma and cataract surgery. Graduating from Medical School in 2012, she then undertook a clinical observership at Moorfields Hospital, London, in glaucoma and neuroophthal

mology, completing this in 2017. In 2018 Carmen commenced specialist ophthalmology training in Adelaide. In 2022 she undertook subspecialty fellowship training in glaucoma surgery at Westmead Hospital, NSW and is awaiting her specialist recognition from Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists. Relocating back to Adelaide in January 2023 with her husband and young family, she is currently a consulting ophthalmologist and eye surgeon at Adelaide Eye & Laser Centre, Eyemedics Ophthalmologists and Flinders Medical Centre. Carmen is a passionate provider of eye health and the sub- specialties in her field of expertise. Throughout her career she has worked in both metropolitan and regional hospitals as listed below, performing thousands of highly successful surgeries.

• Alice Springs Hospital Royal Adelaide Hospital Flinders Medical Centre
• Modbury Hospital
• Queen Elizabeth Hospital
• Westmead Hospital (Glaucoma Fellow)

Carmen is commited to providing her patient community with the very best care for their unique needs. Degrees & Education
MBBS, MMed (Ophthal Sci), FRANZCO

Current Practicing Positions
Consultant ophthalmologist and eye surgeon at Adelaide Eye & Laser Centre
Consultant ophthalmologist and eye surgeon at Eyemedics Ophthalmologists
Consultant ophthalmologist and eye surgeon at Flinders Medical Centre

Memberships
Fellow, The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO)
Member of the Australian and New Zealand Glaucoma Society
European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ESCRS)

27/02/2025

No.✔️

The second eye may be operated on anytime after the first eye, but not on the same day. 👁️

There are no set rules for the interval between eyes but one week is the most common interval.

Increasingly, surgery for the second eye is being performed on the day after the first eye. This decision will be made between you and Dr Oakley during your consultation process.

If you would like to seek a referral to Dr Oakley's care for cataract management please contact her via her website or via any of her places of practice (also detailed in the website). 🖥️

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Eyes are amazing! 👁️There are so many incredible facts about this part of the human anatomy! 🤔They are our windows to th...
18/02/2025

Eyes are amazing! 👁️

There are so many incredible facts about this part of the human anatomy! 🤔

They are our windows to the world and work to connect our brain to millions of images each day, helping us to understand images and the world around us.

If you know an amazing fact about eyes tell us in the comments below! 👇

13/02/2025

Yes! 🥒🍎🍓🥕🌽🍅🍆

Managing glaucoma goes beyond medications—your lifestyle can also play a role in supporting eye health!

Regular exercise, a diet rich in leafy greens and antioxidants, and staying hydrated (but not too much at once) are great places to start.

Avoid smoking, and aim for good sleep and stress management to help reduce eye pressure.

Remember, these steps support but don’t replace treatment.

Dr Carmen Oakley can help you manage your treatment!✔️

If you would like to reach out to her for a consultation please visit her website contact us page or for the details of all of her places of practice.

https://hubs.li/Q033r_gS0

13/02/2025

All about Dr Carmen Oakley 👩‍⚕️

Graduating from Medical School in 2012, she gained experience in other surgical specialties before completing a year at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital. 👁️

From there Carmen completed an observership at Moorfields Hospital in London in glaucoma and neuro ophthalmology, prior to commencing her formal ophthalmology training in Adelaide in 2018.✔️

In 2022 Carmen undertook subspecialty fellowship training in glaucoma surgery at Westmead Hospital, NSW, and was admitted as a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists in 2023.

Relocating back to Adelaide in January 2023 with her husband and young family, she is currently a consulting ophthalmologist and eye surgeon at Adelaide Eye & Laser Centre, Eyemedics Ophthalmologists, Flinders Medical Centre and Adelaide Eye Surgeons.

Carmen is a passionate provider of comprehensive ophthalmology services, with particular focus on her subspecialty areas, including glaucoma surgery and cataract surgery. She is committed to providing compassionate, evidence based, patient centered care.❤️

If you would like to know more about her, or reach out to her for a consult or to speak with her about referring patients to her care please don't hesitate to contact her at her website.

https://hubs.li/Q033rGWq0

February is the last month of summer ☀️and is a great time to get out an enjoy the beach or the pool and go swimming. 💦H...
09/02/2025

February is the last month of summer ☀️and is a great time to get out an enjoy the beach or the pool and go swimming. 💦

However, it is often the hottest 😓and the UV can be high!

Sun damage is the number 1 contributor to cataract damage in Australia!

So if you are heading to the beach today, to the pool, or heading outdoors to play tennis 🎾 don't forget to wear a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen to protect your skin and eye health! 😎

Glaucoma is a lifelong condition.Although it can be managed in most cases, it is never cured.You will need to continue t...
04/02/2025

Glaucoma is a lifelong condition.

Although it can be managed in most cases, it is never cured.

You will need to continue to monitor it, and it is possible you will need further treatment in the future depending on the type of glaucoma you have.

Dr Oakley is an expert in the treatment and management of glaucoma and as a patient of hers she will help you manage your eye health, seeing you on a regular basis after you have recovered from your surgery, ensuring you receive the best care for your particular type of glaucoma ongoing.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to her at any of her consulting locations via her website.

https://hubs.li/Q033rZrJ0

Known as the 'sneak thief of sight' glaucoma develops slowly and often without any symptoms, leaving people undetected u...
30/01/2025

Known as the 'sneak thief of sight' glaucoma develops slowly and often without any symptoms, leaving people undetected until the disease reaches an advanced stage. 🤔

If undiagnosed and left untreated, glaucoma can cause vision loss and may even lead to blindness.👁️

Did you know, if you have diabetes you at higher risk of developing glaucoma?

Glaucoma cannot be self-detected. The best way to protect your sight is to have a comprehensive eye exam including an optic nerve check which is simple and painless.

If you have any suspicion that you may have Glaucoma we encourage you to book an eye test with your local optometrist.

You can find out more about the risk factors associated with glaucoma by taking the Glaucoma Australia risk quiz at this link: https://hubs.li/Q02YR_Zs0

Alternatively you can seek a referral to Dr Carmen Oakley whom is an ophthalmologist with sub-speciality training in this area of ophthalmology

https://hubs.li/Q02YRVdJ0

Dr Carmen Oakley is an expert in the treatment and management of glaucoma. 👁️She has put together a list of important fa...
27/01/2025

Dr Carmen Oakley is an expert in the treatment and management of glaucoma. 👁️

She has put together a list of important facts about glaucoma that will help you understand and manage this with her help. ✔️

1) Glaucoma can be asymptomatic and so many that are living with this condition are unaware they are doing so.

2) Glaucoma runs in the family so if you have a family history your risk of having glaucoma are higher.

3) Some populations are more at risk than others so it’s important to understand who these groups are and get yourself checked if you are a member of them.

4) Glaucoma damages the optic nerve which connects the eye to the brain and affects vision.

5) Routine eye appointments are the key to detection of glaucoma so if you are visiting an optometrist it’s likely that it will be detected early.

6) Slowing progression is possible with treatment.

7) Glaucoma is treatable – so vision loss is preventable!

If you would like to find out more about Glaucoma ask in the comments below or contact her at https://hubs.li/Q02YRXxF0.

21/01/2025

If you are seeking a consultation with Dr Carmen Oakley, it's as simple as visiting the Contact us page on her website and filling out the form.

This will help her understand what advice you are seeking and what consulting location is best suited to you. 👍

Thank you for considering her expertise in the care of your eyes. 👁️

https://hubs.li/Q02YS8rN0

Dr Carmen Oakley approaches her practice for both her glaucoma and her cataract patients with this in mind. 👁️Dr Oakley ...
18/01/2025

Dr Carmen Oakley approaches her practice for both her glaucoma and her cataract patients with this in mind. 👁️

Dr Oakley takes the time to understand the unique eye health and specific treatment needs of each of her patients, and then designs a treatment plan to specifically suit and manage each patients visual goals, tailored to the individual.✔️

If you have glaucoma or cataracts, or need to refer a patient who does, don't hesitate to reach out to Carmen via her website (link in bio) to arrange a consultation.

She is a glaucoma and cataract sub-specialistly trained ophthalmologist based in Adelaide.

https://hubs.li/Q02YRSZB0

12/01/2025

Yes, cataract surgery is generally very effective at permanently improving vision. ✔️

During the surgery, the cloudy natural lens of the eye is removed and replaced with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). This artificial lens is designed to be clear and lasts a lifetime, so it doesn’t develop cataracts. 👁️

After surgery, most people experience significantly improved vision and a reduction in glare and halos, making everyday activities easier. 👍

If your optometrist has indicated that you should consider cataract surgery to improve vision then you may wish to seek a referral to Dr Oakley's care as she has expertise in the diagnosis and surgical management of cataracts.

Find out more about her and her places of practice at https://hubs.li/Q02YRRWd0.

In 2025 Dr Carmen Oakley will continue to consult and manage her surgical practice at a number of private and public pra...
07/01/2025

In 2025 Dr Carmen Oakley will continue to consult and manage her surgical practice at a number of private and public practices, clinics, and hospitals in the greater Adelaide area.

This enables her to provide the best access to her expertise for her patients and referrer network, both in terms of location and facilities. They are detailed below:

👁️ Adelaide Eye & Laser Centre
👁️ ParkView Day Surgery
👁️ Eyemedics Ophthalmologists - Glenelg and Wayville
👁️ Flinders Medical Centre
👁️ Adelaide Eye Surgeons - Beulah Park & Westbourne Park

Please do not hesitate to reach out to her at one of these locations via her website.

https://hubs.li/Q02YRQGD0

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