About us

Our History

The Cheltenham Eye Centre was established in the late 70’s by director Professor Noel Alpins. Prof Alpins and his team of comprehensive Ophthalmologists are dedicated to providing excellence in eye care services in the diagnosing, managing and treatment ophthalmic conditions.

Our clinic is fully equipped with state of the art ophthalmic equipment and lasers. Our orthoptic staff are skilled in assisting the doctors in the investigation, counselling and management of the full range of eye conditions.

Our administration team are committed to providing friendly service both over the phone and in person when attending an appointment.

Our comprehensive group of practitioners cover all aspects of general and subspecialty eye conditions including but not limited:

  • General Ophthalmology
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Medical and Surgical Retinal Conditions
  • Glaucoma
  • Paediatrics and Strabismus
  • Neuro-Ophthalmology
  • Oculo-Plastics
  • Laser Refractive Surgery
  • Cornea and Keratoconus

What To Expect On Your Visit

On arrival to your appointment you will be greeted by our friendly and supportive reception staff. If it is your first visit you will be required to fill out a new patient form and you will require a valid referral so that you can claim a Medicare rebate after the completion of your consultation and once your account has been finalised in full.

You will be taken through to see an orthoptist before seeing your eye specialist at every visit. Orthoptists have been university trained to perform tests and scans that will assist the ophthalmologist in their clinical assessment. Your ophthalmologist will see you once the orthoptist has completed the pre-testing required, to discuss your diagnosis and treatment options.

  • Allow approximately 2 hours
  • You may need eye drops to dilate your pupils. This will make your vision blurry
  • May require someone to drive you home

NOTE: If your appointment is for a lens power test please ensure you don’t wear contact lens 5 days (for soft) and 2-3 weeks (for hard) contact lens before consultation

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