optometrists - Hurstville

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Ophthalmology is a specialisation of medicine that treats pathologies, diseases and infections affecting the eyes and vision. The ophthalmologist, also called ophthalmologist or oculist, treats all diseases of the eye such as conjunctivitis, eyeballs such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD) affecting the retina, and eyelids such as styes. On the other hand, he is more often called upon to treat vision problems: changes in vision, reduced visual acuity, cataracts, strabismus, myopia, presbyopia, etc.
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2150 Parramatta18.1 km from Hurstville
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Brenda Milner Optometrist
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Joseph Nazarian Optometrist
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Glenn Howell
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Optometrist

2220 Hurstville
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Optometrist

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Optometrist

2220 Hurstville
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2220 Hurstville
Eye Concept Hornsby
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2220 Hurstville
Kimber Michael Ng Mellissa+Reidy Linley
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2220 Hurstville
Merrington Peter J
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2220 Hurstville
Hircock Gary
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Optometrist

2220 Hurstville
Eye2See
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Optometrist

2220 Hurstville
Gavriel Kym
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Optometrist

2220 Hurstville
Kimber Optical
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Optometrist

2220 Hurstville
Mdm Eye Care Centre
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2220 Hurstville
Michael Kimber
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Optometrist

2220 Hurstville
Daniel Tilia Optometrist
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2220 Hurstville
Mihailidis Michael, Dimitratos Maria
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2220 Hurstville
M Dimitratos
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Optometrist

2220 Hurstville
Eyes & Specs Optometrist
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2220 Hurstville
Retina Consultants
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2220 Hurstville
Eye Concept Hornsby Pty Ltd
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2220 Hurstville
Mihailidis Michael
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2220 Hurstville
Mellissa Ng
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Optometrist

2220 Hurstville
Hurstville Eye Surgery
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2220 Hurstville
Icontact
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Optometrist

2220 Hurstville
Passion Eyecare
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Optometrist

2220 Hurstville
Jason Leong
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Optometrist

2220 Hurstville
Southline Eye Surgery Centre
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2220 Hurstville
Richard Boyd
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Optometrist

2220 Hurstville
Smk Eyecare
35

Optometrist

2220 Hurstville
Advance Eyecare
36

Optometrist

2220 Hurstville
Passion Eyecare
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Optometrist

2220 Hurstville
Kimber Optometrists
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2220 Hurstville
Specsavers Optometrists
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2220 Hurstville
Dimitratos Maria
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Optometrist

2220 Hurstville
Arg Optical Pty Ltd
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2220 Hurstville
Dr Leanne Cheung
42

Optometrist

2220 Hurstville
Vision Eye Institute, Hurstville
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2220 Hurstville
Ian Dinihan
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Optometrist

2220 Hurstville

Training and studies to become an ophthalmologist

The studies to become an ophthalmologist are quite long and access to the training that allows you to specialise is through a very selective competition: the Numerus Clausus. Basically, 11 years of study are required to obtain a diploma of specialised study in ophthalmology. The path to becoming an ophthalmologist or oculist is divided into three main stages: - First cycle of studies after a BAC S preferably which lasts 2 years leading to the Numerus Clausus, a selective competition which allows to continue the general studies of medicine; - Second cycle (DCEM) of 4 years constituting the externat; - Third cycle of 5 years to specialise in the discipline - in this case ophthalmology - subject to having obtained good results in the ECNi (computerised national classification tests). The last cycle of studies, which focuses on specialisation, allows the student to obtain the DES in ophthalmology after defending a thesis before a jury.

The scope of an ophthalmologist's work

The ophthalmologist treats the various pathologies affecting the eye, the eyeball and the eyelid, but also diseases leading to a reduction in visual acuity. He is also in great demand for the treatment of vision problems. An ophthalmologist can perform a wide range of tasks: - Treatment of diseases affecting the eyes (conjunctivitis, among others), the eyeball (AMD affecting the retina, glaucoma...), and the eyelids such as styes; - Treatment of vision problems: strabismus, myopia, hyperopia, presbyopia, cataracts, etc; - Treatment of visual disorders caused by certain diseases such as hypertension, multiple sclerosis or diabetes. During an ophthalmological consultation, the practitioner carries out a visual acuity assessment, evaluates eye tone, measures the field of vision, sometimes carries out a fundus... When he obtains the results, he can make the appropriate diagnosis and adapt the treatment to the problem encountered. The ophthalmologist can then : - Recommend the wearing of glasses or contact lenses; - Prescribe medication, usually in the form of eye drops; - Recommend surgery in the case of a cataract for example. Generally, the ophthalmologist follows his patients since childhood, as is the case for the dentist, in order to be able to adapt the treatment to the evolution of the various pathologies being treated. They also play a very important role in prevention.

Why should I call an ophthalmologist?

We are sometimes confronted with vision problems, especially from a young age, due to our lifestyle: telephone, television, computer, tablet, etc. Staying too long in front of screens undoubtedly leads to vision problems over time. There are many symptoms that prompt a consultation with an ophthalmologist: tingling of the eye, frequent tearing, blurred vision, etc.

How to find an ophthalmologist?

Ophthalmologists are among the most sought-after specialists. The best way to find one quickly is to go through a directory like StarOfService. It is possible to meet many ophthalmologists in your region or city, and select the practitioner who will meet your needs.

The fees of an ophthalmologist

Ophthalmologists are not all in the same boat when it comes to pricing. Some offer consultations at a price corresponding to the social security reimbursement base, these are the sector 1 practitioners who are under agreement, while others set their own rates and charge more. There are also ophthalmologists who are members of the OPTAM (option pratique tarifaire maîtrisée) which is an agreement authorising signatory sector 2 doctors to charge limited excess fees, thus allowing insured patients to have better reimbursement. Generally, a consultation with an ophthalmologist is part of a coordinated care pathway, i.e. it is the attending physician who will refer the patient to the specialist. This ensures optimal reimbursement by the health insurance system. Compliance with the coordinated care pathway means that 70% of the cost is covered on the basis of the conventional tariff. Otherwise, the reimbursement will be based on less than the 30% rate and the ophthalmologist may charge more. For a consultation with an ophthalmologist in the coordinated care pathway (sector 1), the basic rate is €30 with reimbursement at 70%. If the ophthalmologist is a sector 2 OPTAM member, the rate is the same as for a contracted practitioner. If the ophthalmologist is not covered by a convention, but is an OPTAM member, the basic consultation rate will be €23 for a reimbursement rate of 70%. Outside the coordinated care pathway, the basic fee is €25 for a 30% reimbursement rate for a practitioner under agreement and not under agreement who is an OPTAM member, whereas it is €23 for a sector 2 practitioner who is not an OPTAM member. In addition, for all consultations, a compulsory contribution of €1 is retained by Social Security except for people under 18 years of age, pregnant women from the 6th month of pregnancy and up to 12 days after childbirth, and people benefiting from the Complémentaire Santé Solidaire.

How to choose an ophthalmologist?

Everyone is free to define their own criteria for choosing an ophthalmologist. But basically, experience, recommendations and availability are the main points to be taken into account. There is also the equipment. It should be noted that the field of health care has evolved enormously in recent years thanks to technology. This can be a particular criterion in the choice of an ophthalmologist. For example, you can call various practitioners and ask them directly or check their websites to see if this is highlighted.

Questions to ask an ophthalmologist at the first contact

- How long have you worked as an ophthalmologist? - What type of equipment do you use to make your diagnoses, e.g. for a vision test? - Are you an ophthalmologist under contract? - How will the consultation take place? - Do I need to bring anything with me before the consultation?