Auckland Eye

30/10/2025

RANZCO's Māori and Pacific People's Eye Health Committee ran their third annual mentoring day for Māori and Pacific medical students and junior doctors interested in a career in ophthalmology, aiming to address the significant underrepresentation in the profession.

Thank you to the Australian and New Zealand Eye Foundation for their support in making this event possible and helping to shape the next generation of eye health leaders! 🎉

29/10/2025

Conjunctivitis, commonly called pink eye is common in babies and children and can cause redness, discharge, swelling, and irritation.

Care at Home
• Gently clean discharge with a cotton ball soaked in warm water (use a fresh one for each eye).
• Place a clean, cold cloth over the eyes to reduce swelling.
• Wash hands well, avoid sharing towels or pillowcases, and discourage eye rubbing.

When to See a Doctor
• Seek medical advice if your baby is under six weeks old, has severe pain, sensitivity to light, blurred vision, fever, or worsening symptoms.

If you are unsure, book an appointment with your GP.

🔹Learn more here https://www.plunket.org.nz/child-health-concerns-and-symptoms/ears-and-eyes/conjunctivitis/ 🔹

26/10/2025

This month in Vision Vocabulary, we’re exploring ‘Asthenopia’, the medical term for eye strain, which can cause discomfort, headaches, and blurred vision after prolonged close work or screen time.

23/10/2025

Get into the Halloween spirit with these fun and spooky gummy eyes! 👁️

Ingredients:
400 ml coconut milk (one can)
100 ml water
75 ml cranberry juice or any juice
6 gelatine sheets or 4 tsp powder gelatine or 3 tsp agar
4 blueberries or dark chocolate balls
1 tbsp sugar

🔹Step 1: Soften 1 gelatine sheet in water, then stir into simmering cranberry juice (or use ½ tsp powdered gelatine). For agar, add ½ tsp directly to cold juice, then simmer for a few minutes.

🔹Step 2: Add just under 1 tbsp of juice to each mould, place a blueberry in the center, and chill for 30+ minutes.

🔹Step 3: Soak remaining gelatine or agar in 100 ml cold water for 5 minutes, then add to simmering coconut milk with sugar (or add 3 tsp powdered gelatine directly). Stir until dissolved (agar takes 2–3 minutes).

🔹Step 4: Pour the cooled coconut mixture over the set juice layer. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until fully set. Let cool 5–10 minutes before serving.

Try making these spooky treats with your kids or grandkids and share your creations with us!

21/10/2025

At your initial assessment, our team takes the time to uncover the root cause of your dry eye so we can provide the right treatment for you.

✔️ Tear Quality & Gland Health: We measure the quality of your tears and check how well your meibomian glands are working.
✔️ Tearlab Testing: A tiny tear sample may be taken to measure osmolarity (the saltiness of your tears).
✔️ LipiView® Imaging: This lets us look more closely at your tear film.
✔️ Meibomian Gland Evaluation: We may check for any blockages or obstructions.

Following your assessment, you’ll receive a personalised treatment plan, with access to advanced technology such as LipiFlow® and Lumenis Optima™ IPL.

All care is provided by our expertly trained clinical team, ensuring you receive the best support and long-term relief.

Bothered by dry eyes? Book an appointment today with one of
our experts.

🔹Call 0800 25 53 93
🔹Book online https://www.aucklandeye.co.nz/book-now/request-an-appointment/

19/10/2025

✨ Happy Diwali! ✨

May the Festival of Lights bring joy, prosperity, and warmth to you and your loved ones. We wish you light, love, and laughter this Diwali 🌟

16/10/2025

Don’t miss the moments that matter most. Cataracts cloud your vision and make everyday experiences harder to enjoy. Cataract surgery restores clear sight, helping you reconnect with the people and moments you love.

Trust our expert team to guide you through safe, effective treatment so you can see life clearly again.

Learn more here: https://www.aucklandeye.co.nz/eye-conditions/cataract/

15/10/2025

Your eyes change throughout life, and regular exams help you maintain clear vision at every age.

🔹Ages 15–20: Get regular eye tests as this is when you may need your first glasses. Driving and screen use strain your eyes, so early prescription updates support long-term health.

🔹Ages 40–50: After 40, presbyopia affects your ability to focus on close objects due to reduced lens flexibility. The risk of glaucoma also increases; it causes no pain but can lead to blindness if untreated. Eye exams every 5 years from 40, and every 3 years from 50, help detect it early.

🔹Ages 60+: Cataracts commonly develop, causing cloudy vision. Surgery replaces the lens to restore sight. Age-related macular degeneration may also affect central vision. Regular checks every 2 years help manage these changes and keep your vision sharp.

Protect your vision at every stage. Book your next eye exam with your
local optometrist.

Learn more here: https://www.aucklandeye.co.nz/blog/eye-concerns-through-the-ages/

12/10/2025

At Auckland Eye, our highly skilled oculoplastic surgeons specialise in blepharoplasty; a delicate procedure that lifts and rejuvenates the eyelids, restoring comfort, confidence, and clarity of vision.

With years of training and experience, our experts understand that eyelid surgery isn’t just cosmetic, it can also relieve functional issues such as droopy eyelids, impaired vision, and eye strain.

Our blepharoplasty team provides personalised care to achieve natural results. Whether your goal is greater comfort, clearer vision, or a refreshed appearance, we’ll support you every step of the way.

📍Book a consultation today and see the difference our specialists can make.

Learn more here: https://www.aucklandeye.co.nz/eye-conditions/oculoplastic/

Restore eyelid contour with expert blepharoplasty for cosmetic or functional needs. Oculoplastic surgeons provide tailored upper, lower & Asian treatments.

09/10/2025

Auckland Eye is proud to be the first centre in New Zealand participating in the Phase 3 CoMpass clinical trial for small choroidal melanoma and indeterminate lesions (early choroidal melanoma).

The trial is investigating a novel treatment, belzupacap sarotalocan (also known as bel-sar) for early choroidal melanoma, designed to provide a potential vision-preserving alternative to current approaches—most notably radiation therapy, can be associated with significant complications including vision loss, and enucleation (surgical removal of the eye).

It has been more than 30 years since a randomised trial in ocular oncology was conducted in New Zealand, making this milestone particularly significant.

Our sincere thanks to Dr Riyaz Bhikoo, Dr Peter Hadden, Claire Arandjus, Jas Walia, Alice Noone, and our dedicated research team for their commitment in bringing this potential opportunity to eligible patients at Auckland Eye.

For more information, please visit: www.compasspatients.com

[approved by Southern Health & Disability Committee 03Sep25]

09/10/2025

Your vision deserves world-class care without the hassle of juggling multiple appointments. Auckland Eye offers New Zealand’s most extensive range of subspecialties under one group including;

🔹 Laser vision correction (SMILE PRO, LASIK, PRK, PRESBYOND)
🔹 Cataract surgery
🔹 Refractive Lens Exchange
🔹 Oculoplastic surgery
🔹 Dry Eye Clinic
🔹 Comprehensive paediatric eye care
🔹 Glaucoma
🔹 Retinal specialists

Our network of local clinics and top specialists ensure personalised treatment for every patient. This World Sight Day, trust Auckland Eye to protect and restore your sight with leading expertise close to home.

Learn more here: https://www.aucklandeye.co.nz/about-us/

Auckland Eye is the leading eye care specialist, with world class surgeons and ophthalmologists for your lasik, cataract and dry eye needs.

05/10/2025

Myopia, commonly known as near-sightedness, is rising rapidly in children globally. Studies show that increased screen time and reduced outdoor play contribute significantly to this trend.

Natural light exposure during outdoor activities helps regulate eye growth and can slow the progression of myopia. Conversely, long hours focusing on screens at close distances can strain developing eyes and may accelerate near-sightedness.

Balancing screen use with regular outdoor play is essential for healthy eye development in children. Parents and caregivers can help by setting limits on screen time and encouraging outdoor activities daily.

Protect your child’s vision by promoting a healthy balance between digital devices and outdoor fun.

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