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Eye Institute Blenheim Seminar 2026
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Celebrating Professor Dame Helen Danesh-Meyer
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Damehood for leading ophthalmologist
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How long does laser eye surgery take to recover?
The laser eye surgery recovery time can take from days to months. It varies significantly based on the treatment type for vision correction.
What are the long term effects of laser eye surgery?
In this video, Dr Peter Ring discusses the long-term impacts of laser eye surgery and other age-related vision problems.
Does laser eye surgery hurt?
Wondering if laser eye surgery hurts? While any surgery can be a daunting prospect, Dr Peter Ring demystifies any concerns you have about laser eye surgery being painful in this post.
How will I know that my laser eye surgery has worked?
Curious about when you’ll see results for laser eye surgery and if it has worked? In this post, Dr Peter Ring discusses that quality vision is the answer and that different procedures have different recovery journeys.
How long does LASIK surgery take?
Curious to learn how long the life-changing process of vision correction takes? In this post, Dr Nick Mantell explains how Lasik vision correction surgery takes-up no more than 15-minutes to completion.
What if my cornea is too thin for LASIK?
Worried your cornea is too thin for LASIK? In this post, Dr Nick Mantell explains how corneal thickness is often a good way to gauge eligibility for LASIK.
What Is a Droopy Eyelid?
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See a brighter future at Eye Institute
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What Is a Droopy Eyelid?
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Eye Institute Blenheim Seminar 2024
On Friday 16th February we hosted [...]
New Plymouth Seminar 2024
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Whangarei Seminar 2024
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2024 Ophthalmologist Top100
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Eye Institute Auckland Optometry Conference 2023
Eye Institute Annual Optometry Conference 2023 On [...]
The Ophthalmologist Power List 2023
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World-leading New Zealand eye surgeon recognised in King’s honours list
World-leading New Zealand eye surgeon recognised [...]
Congratulations to Professor Helen Danesh-Meyer
Celebrating success Congratulations to Professor Helen [...]
Eye Institute annual optometry conference 2022
Eye Institute annual optometry conference 2022 [...]
Hawke’s Bay Optometry Seminar
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The Ophthalmologist Power List 2022
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The Ophthalmologist Power List 2021
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Eye Institute’s Dr Subbiah implants first Alcon Vivity intraocular lens in New Zealand!
Eye Institute's Dr Subbiah implants first Alcon [...]
Meet the Visionaries – Dr Shanu Subbiah
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Eye Institute surgeons selected to trial the commercial implantation of the Alcon Vivity.
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Meet the Visionaries – Dr Adam Watson
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Meet the visionaries – Dr William Cunningham
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Meet the visionaries – Dr Nick Mantell
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Dr Peter Ring — Teaching in China
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What Is a Droopy Eyelid?
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2024 Ophthalmologist Top100
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Eye Institute Auckland Optometry Conference 2023
Eye Institute Annual Optometry Conference 2023 On [...]
The Ophthalmologist Power List 2023
The Ophthalmologist Power List 2023 Congratulations [...]
World-leading New Zealand eye surgeon recognised in King’s honours list
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Summer Studentship recipient begins clinical shadowing at Eye Institute
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Eye Institute Blenheim Seminar 2026
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Eye Institute Whangarei Seminar 2026
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Eye Institute Wellington Seminar 2026
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Eye Institute New Plymouth Seminar 2025
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Eye Institute Blenheim Seminar 2024
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New Plymouth Seminar 2024
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IN FOCUS by Eye Institute Vol.1
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Can you reverse cataracts without surgery?
What's a cataract and can you reverse cataracts without surgery? In this post, Dr Adam Watson explains how cataracts develop and the options available.
What causes cataracts?
Cataracts are described as the clouding of the lens in the eye. Whilst it is often age-related, there are a few other causes that you should be aware of. In this short video, Dr Adam Watson tells you all you need to know about cataracts and their causes…
Reducing the cost of cataract surgery
Reducing the cost of cataract surgery. With a [...]
Take this quick quiz to discover if you can be free from glasses and contacts
Not everyone can benefit from laser eye surgery. You have many different options depending on your eyes, age and lifestyle. Take this quick 2-min quiz to find out which type of laser eye surgery or other vision correction treatment might be right for you.
Our industry-leading experts are here to guide you every step of the way
Dr Nick Mantell is a Refractive laser, Refractive Lens Exchange and Cataract Specialist. He has been working in private practice for 20 years.
With four decades at the forefront of eye surgery in New Zealand, Dr Ring was an early exponent of modern multi-focal technology. He was also part of the esteemed small team that introduced laser surgery to the country.
A cataract, corneal and laser surgery specialist Dr Subbiah has been with Eye institute since 2013. His easy manner and affable nature have found a natural home in New Zealand medicine.
Dr Watson’s focus – pun intended – is the front of the eye. His combination of specialisations enables him to address the face, eyelids, tear drainage system, the surface of the eye and cornea together as a single functional unit to give the best possible outcome.
Professor Danesh-Meyer is an international authority on glaucoma and neuro-ophthalmology and one of the most highly regarded experts in her field.
Professor Charles McGhee, a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon for 25 years, specialises in corneal diseases and cataract surgery.
Will is an acknowledged expert in cataract and vitreoretinal surgery. He splits his time between the Eye Institute and works publicly at the Greenlane Clinical Centre.
Dr Hill completed her MBBS at St Georges University of London in 2008, also obtaining an Intercalated BSc from King’s College University, London.
Dr Hadden specialises in vitreoretinal and cataract surgery, including the treatment of intraocular tumours. He has been at Eye Institute for 17 years.
Dr Narme Deva is a key opinion leader for Medical retina and Uveitis in New Zealand and an expert cataract surgeon. She has a logical approach, an empathetic manner and a passion for the pursuit of excellence.
Dr Elizabeth Insull is a New Zealand and UK trained Oculoplastic and Ophthalmic surgeon based at Eye Institute Hawke’s Bay at Kaweka Hospital.
Dr Kaliopy Matheos is a New Zealand-trained Ophthalmologist specialising in Glaucoma & Anterior Segment Surgery at the University of Toronto in Canada.
As part of his ophthalmology specialty training, Dr Dunne gained valuable experience in major centres such as Auckland and Wellington.
Dr. Jay Meyer is a specialist eye surgeon with expertise in cataracts, glaucoma, and corneal diseases and surgeries. He has a gentle demeanour and provides personalised care by tailoring treatments to each patient’s needs.
Dr Reeves has advanced training in the diagnosis and management of glaucoma. He offers a variety of laser and surgical treatments including minimally invasive glaucoma surgery.
Dr Baswati Sahoo
Dr Baswati Sahoo is a cataract and glaucoma surgeon from India with over 15 years of experience in Ophthalmology.
Dr Shira Sheen
Shira completed Ophthalmology training in Israel, under the supervision of world known Ophthalmologist, Professor Ehud Assia.
Dr Ammar Binsadiq
Dr Ammar Binsadiq is a New Zealand-trained ophthalmologist with subspeciality training in medical retinal, cataract and vitreoretinal surgery.
Dr Narme Deva is a key opinion leader for Medical retina and Uveitis in New Zealand and an expert cataract surgeon. She has a logical approach, an empathetic manner and a passion for the pursuit of excellence.
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With four decades at the forefront of eye surgery in New Zealand, Dr Ring was an early exponent of modern multi-focal technology. He was also part of the esteemed small team that introduced laser surgery to the country.
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A cataract, corneal and laser surgery specialist Dr Subbiah has been with Eye institute since 2013. His easy manner and affable nature have found a natural home in New Zealand medicine.
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Dr Watson’s focus – pun intended – is the front of the eye. His combination of specialisations enables him to address the face, eyelids, tear drainage system, the surface of the eye and cornea together as a single functional unit to give the best possible outcome.
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Professor Danesh-Meyer is an international authority on glaucoma and neuro-ophthalmology and one of the most highly regarded experts in her field.
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Professor Charles McGhee, a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon for 25 years, specialises in corneal diseases and cataract surgery.
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Will is an acknowledged expert in cataract and vitreoretinal surgery. He splits his time between the Eye Institute and works publicly at the Greenlane Clinical Centre.
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Dr Hadden specialises in vitreoretinal and cataract surgery, including the treatment of intraocular tumours. He has been at Eye Institute for 17 years
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Dr Elizabeth Insull is a New Zealand and UK trained Oculoplastic and Ophthalmic surgeon based at Eye Institute Hawke’s Bay at Kaweka Hospital.
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Dr Kaliopy Matheos is a New Zealand-trained Ophthalmologist specialising in Glaucoma & Anterior Segment Surgery at the University of Toronto in Canada.
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Dr. Jay J. Meyer is a specialist eye surgeon with expertise in cataracts, glaucoma, and corneal diseases and surgeries. He has a gentle demeanour and provides personalised care by tailoring treatments to each patient’s needs.
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Dr Reeves has advanced training in the diagnosis and management of glaucoma. He offers a variety of laser and surgical treatments including minimally invasive glaucoma surgery.
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Dr Nick Mantell is a Refractive laser, Refractive Lens Exchange and Cataract Specialist. He has been working in private practice for 20 years.
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Dr Hill completed her MBBS at St Georges University of London in 2008, also obtaining an Intercalated BSc from King’s College University, London..
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As part of his ophthalmology specialty training, Dr Dunne gained valuable experience in major centres such as Auckland and Wellington.
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Dr Ammar Binsadiq is a New Zealand-trained ophthalmologist with subspeciality training in medical retinal, cataract and vitreoretinal surgery.
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Dr Baswati Sahoo is a cataract and glaucoma surgeon from India with over 15 years of experience in Ophthalmology.
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Dr Shira Sheen completed Ophthalmology training in Israel, under the supervision of world known Ophthalmologist, Professor Ehud Assia.
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Dr Edward Hutchins specialises in Cataract, Corneal, Medical Retina & Vitreoretinal surgery.
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