Frequently Asked Questions Before Eye Surgery

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Our office hours are from 8:30 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday.

Yes, we accept most major insurance plans for surgery. Please contact your insurance to confirm you are covered for eye surgery or cataract surgery if relevant.

Not necessarily, though It depends on your condition and is usually advised. Many times we will need to use special drops to enlarge your pupil for a complete assessment. This blurs your vision slightly and prevents you driving for a number of of hours

Please bring all your current pairs of glasses to your appointment and, where possible, avoid wearing contact lenses to the consultation.

Please also bring a copy of your referral as well as any eye drops you use.

And make sure you have available your medicare and private health insurance details/cards. 

You will need to be picked up and accompanied overnight following your surgery. 

You cannot drive after your surgery until cleared to do so. This can be as soon as the next day, though varies with your eye conditions and type of operation.

Sunglasses are important for eye health whenever in the sun, however, while recovering from surgery, sunshine and bright lights can be particularly sensitive, so a pair of non-prescription sunglasses is recommended. After a consultation when pupils are enlarged light can also be more glaring.