International Eye Cataract Retina Centre

25/02/2026

Adj A/Prof Kah Guan Au Eong's podcast on how to delay myopia onset and re**rd its progression has now reached 58,000 views wihin a month. Watch it to learn how to save sight for your children and loved ones...

Adjunct Associate Professor Au Eong Kah Guan Discusses Myopia Prevention on Yah Lah But Podcast. News from International Eye Cataract Retina Centre, Singapore. Authored by Adj A/Prof Au Eong Kah Guan

24/02/2026

Lunchtime Continuing Professional Education (CPE) for our doctors, optometrists and opticians on 24 February 2026 in International Eye Cataract Retina Centre at Farrer Park Hospital courtesy of Rxilient.

23/02/2026

Is your world looking a little bit "cloudy"? ☁️👀

Did you know that cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss worldwide? They happen when the natural lens of your eye becomes cloudy, making it harder for light to pass through.

Common signs to watch for:
Blurry or foggy vision
Difficulty seeing at night (especially with glare from headlights)
Faded-looking colours
Haloes around lights

The good news? Cataract surgery is one of the safest and most successful procedures in modern medicine. Most patients report a massive improvement in their quality of life almost immediately!

Don't wait for your vision to fade completely. WhatsApp or call 68872020 to book a routine screening today to keep your world bright and clear. ✨

17/02/2026

Wishing everyone a vibrant Year of the Horse! May you embrace the new year with Lóng Mǎ Jīng Shén (龙马精神)—the tireless spirit of the dragon and horse. We hope this year brings you boundless energy, radiant health, and the vitality to turn every challenge into a victory. Happy New Year!

16/02/2026

12/02/2026

Dr Christine Yau and Adj A/Prof Kah Guan Au Eong are grateful to join the dynamic team from ZEISS Singapore including Jil Zeiss, Lynette LoveSunflower and Winnifred Yang at the Chinese New Year Appreciation Dinner at the Pacific Club on 12 February 2026.

10/02/2026

Are your arms suddenly "too short" for your handphone? 📱👀

If you’ve found yourself holding menus at arm’s length or squinting to read a text, you might be experiencing presbyopia.

What is it?
It’s a natural part of ageing. As we hit our 40s, the eye’s natural lens gradually loses its flexibility, making it harder to focus on things up close. In Singapore, it's often called “lao hua yan” (老花眼).

The Good News: You have options!

You don’t have to settle for blurry vision. There are several ways to clear things up:
Optical Aids: Simple reading glasses (readers), bifocals, or progressive lenses that offer a seamless transition from far to near.
Contact Lenses: Multifocal contacts or "monovision" (one eye for distance, one for near).
New Eye Drops: Innovative prescription drops like Vuity or pilocarpine can temporarily shrink your pupil to improve near focus for several hours.
Surgical Solutions: Long-term options like LASIK monovision, corneal inlays, or Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) can reduce or even eliminate your need for glasses.
Don't ignore the strain! Leaving it untreated can lead to headaches and eye fatigue.

Is it time for a check-up?
The American Academy of Ophthalmology recommends a baseline eye exam for all adults starting at age 40. Talk to your eye care professional to find the perfect fit for your lifestyle.

Watch this podcast by Dr Christine Yau to learn more about presbyopia and its treatment options.

Dr Christine Yau – Senior Consultant Ophthalmologist and Director of Neuro-Ophthalmology at the International Eye Cataract Retina Centre – explains why presb...

09/02/2026

08/02/2026

This podcast by Adj A/Prof Kah Guan Au Eong has reached more than 25,000 views!

Learn more about the myopia epidemic and how to delay the onset and slow the progression of short-sightedness in this podcast.

Childhood myopia is rising at an alarming rate in Singapore. The good news is it is not inevitable. We sit down with Dr Au Eong Kah Guan to unpack why myopia...

07/02/2026

One of the most cited scientific articles by Dr Ajeet Wagle, Dr Lim Wei Yen, Dr Tiong Yap, Dr Neelam Kumari and Adj A/Prof Kah Guan Au Eong is a paper on the quality of life of individuals suffering from vitreous floaters published in the American Journal of Ophthalmology in 2011. Most authors and presenters discussing the treatment of floaters will often cite this paper to illustrate the negative impact of floaters on the quality of life of those afflicted by it.

The paper was again cited during a lecture by Prof. Dr. med Ulrich Welge-Lussen on "Targeted Micronutrient Supplementation in Managing Vitreous Floaters: Clinical Data and Practitioner Insights" on 7 February 2026 in Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Evidence-based nutritional supplements are now available to treat patients with floaters in Singapore including at the International Eye Cataract Retina Centre.

The full details of the paper are as follows: Wagle AM, Lim WY, Yap TP, Neelam K, Au Eong KG. Yap Utility values associated with vitreous floaters. Am J Ophthalmol. 2011 Jul;152(1):60-65.e1. doi: 10.1016/j.ajo.2011.01.026. Epub 2011 May 12. PMID: 21570045

07/02/2026

Adj A/Prof Kah Guan Au Eong checking out the light adjustable intraocular lens from RxSight Light Adjustable Lens at the trade exhibition of the 41st Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology Congress in conjunction with the 37th Annual Scientific Meeting, Hong Kong Ophthalmological Symposium, in Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre 香港灣仔會議展覽中心 on 7 February 2026.

06/02/2026

Adj A/Prof Kah Guan Au Eong checking out the new digital Haag Streit slit lamp used for examination of the the eye at the trade exhibition of the 41st -Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology Congress in conjunction with the 37th Annual Scientific Meeting, Hong Kong Ophthalmological Symposium, in Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre 香港會議展覽中心 on 6 February 2026.