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Dr Nick Mantell
MB ChB
“This is life-changing for people, that’s what I love.” – Dr Nick Mantell
Dr Nick Mantell is a Refractive laser, Refractive Lens Exchange and Cataract Specialist. He has been working in private practice for 20 years.
Dr Peter Ring
MB ChB
“My focus is on using my experience and the latest techniques to greatly enhance the lives of my patients” – Dr Peter Ring
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. He has a vast knowledge and reputation as an expert in cornea, cataract and refractive surgery.
Dr Adam Watson
MB ChB
“The joy of my job is that I can make a huge difference to people in a short time.” – Dr Adam Watson
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.
Dr Shanu Subbiah
MBChB MRCOphth FRCOphth
“When it comes to eye care there is no “one size fits all”. Treatment needs to be personalised to you.” – Dr Shanu Subbiah
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. His emphasis is on providing personalised, tailored treatment for your eyes. He has expertise in both corneal and retinal conditions. He also holds substantive positions at the Auckland District Health Board and The University of Auckland.
Dr Liz Insull
BSc ANZSOPS
“I am proud to be offering expert sub-specialty eye care to the people of Hawke’s Bay” – Dr Liz Insull
Dr Elizabeth Insull is a New Zealand and UK trained Oculoplastic and Ophthalmic surgeon based at the Eye Institute Hawke’s Bay in Royston Hospital. Liz is a Consultant at Hawke’s Bay Hospital and is involved in Registrar training, both locally and nationally.
In addition to cataract surgery, Liz’s sub-specialty areas include eyelid surgery, lacrimal (tear duct), orbital (eye socket) surgery and cosmetic eyelid surgery.
Dr Simon Dean
BHB MBChB
“What I enjoy about eye surgery, it is one of the only branches of medicine where we get to actually fix things – a cataract can never grow back!” – Dr Simon Dean
Dr Dean’s warm, down-to-earth manner belies a steely determination to provide the very best care to his patients. He can offer a tailored solution for cataracts and the latest in surgical and non-surgical techniques of vision correction.
Prof Helen Danesh-Meyer
MB ChB FRANZCO
“Vision is the most precious thing. Nothing less than perfection is enough.” – Prof Helen Danesh-Meyer
Professor Danesh-Meyer is an international authority on glaucoma and neuro-ophthalmology and one of the most highly regarded experts in her field.
Dr Narme Deva
MBChB MD FRANZCO
“It is a privilege to do what I do – Vision is priceless” – Dr Narme Deva
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 William Cunningham
MBChB FRANZCO
“Helping people by delivering expert ophthalmic care. That’s what matters to me.” – Dr William Cunningham
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 Jay Meyer
BS MPH MD
“My passion is improving patients’ vision and quality of life” – Dr Jay Meyer
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.
Dr Divya Perumal
B Optom BhB MBChB FRANZCO
“My motivation is delivering excellence in eye care.” – Dr Divya Perumal
Dr Perumal is a New Zealand trained Ophthalmologist, with advanced training in glaucoma and cataract surgery. As a former optometrist and vision scientist, Divya has a special understanding of the optics of the eye and the evidence that dictates proper clinical practice.
Dr John Beaumont
MBChb Otago FRANZCO
“Providing excellent medical and surgical eye care in Hawke’s Bay – that is my motivation and that gives me great satisfaction” – Dr John Beaumont
John trained as a general ophthalmologist in Dunedin and Sydney. He has broad experience in all aspects of medical and surgical ophthalmology.
Prof Charles McGhee
MB ChB
“The best clinical practice in ophthalmology requires significant experience informed by the highest-quality, up-to-date, clinical research” – Prof Charles McGhee
Professor Charles McGhee, a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon for 25 years, specialises in corneal diseases and cataract surgery.
Dr Reeves
MBChB FRCOphth FRANZCO
“It is incredibly rewarding to see the joy of patients’ whose sight I have restored”
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 Kaliopy Matheos
BSc MSc MBChB FRANZCO
“I am passionate about empowering people to live fuller lives through better sight.”
Dr Kaliopy Matheos is a New Zealand-trained Ophthalmologist specialising in Glaucoma & Anterior Segment Surgery at the University of Toronto in Canada.
Dr Peter Hadden
MBChB
“I think that one of the best things about ophthalmology is that people can walk in with an eye problem and walk out with it fixed.”
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.
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Dr Peter Ring
MB ChB
Dr Ring is an expert in cornea, cataract and refractive surgery.
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Dr Shanu Subbiah
MB ChB
Dr Subbiah is a cataract, corneal and laser surgery specialist.
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Dr Adam Watson
MB ChB
Dr Watson specialises in treating many aspects of the eye, including the face, eyelids, tear drainage system and the cornea.
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Dr Peter Hadden
MB ChB
Dr Hadden specialises in vitreoretinal and cataract surgery, including the treatment of intraocular tumours.
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Dr Simon Dean
MB ChB
Dr Dean is a consultant ophthalmologist. His areas of expertise include cataract surgery, corneal surgery and pterygium surgery.
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Dr William Cunningham
MB ChB
Dr Cunningham is a consultant ophthalmologist who specialises in cataract surgery and vitreoretinal surgery.
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Dr John Beaumont
MB ChB
Dr Beaumont is a general ophthalmologist. He specialises in surgical ophthalmology, medical ophthalmology and urgent eye trauma care.
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Dr Kaliopy Matheos
MB ChB
Dr Matheos is an ophthalmologist with subspecialist training in glaucoma and anterior segment surgery, cataract surgery and pterygium surgery.
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Dr Divya Perumal
MB ChB
Dr Perumal is a New Zealand trained ophthalmologist with advanced training in glaucoma and cataract surgery.
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Dr Graham Reeves
MB ChB
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 Jay Meyer
MB ChB
Dr Meyer is a specialist eye surgeon specialising in cataracts, glaucoma, and corneal diseases and surgeries.
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Dr Nick Mantell
MB ChB
Dr Mantell is a specialist in refractive and cataract surgery. He has restored the vision of thousands of people in a 17-year career.
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