OUR SERVICES
Dr Wassermann and Dr Church consult and treat a variety of eye diseases. The practice is a DSP of the major medical aids. Please confirm when making a booking if your medial aid/option of the medical aid is covered
by the DSP agreements.
COMPREHENSIVE EYE HEALTH EXAMS
These exams are thorough evaluations of your eye health and vision. They typically include assessments of visual acuity, intraocular pressure (for glaucoma screening), visual field testing, examination of the retina, and assessment of eye coordination and movement. Comprehensive eye exams are essential for detecting any vision problems or eye diseases early on.​
Treatment may involve medications, laser therapy, or surgery, depending on the specific condition.
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All laser treatments are conducted in our consulting Rooms. Surgery takes place at Umhlanga Eye Institute
CATARACT REMOVAL AND
INTRA-OCULAR LENS IMPLANTS
Cataract surgery involves removing the cloudy lens from the eye and replacing it with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). This procedure is typically performed using small incisions and advanced techniques such as phacoemulsification. Intraocular lens implants are chosen based on the patient's specific needs, such as correcting near-sightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism.
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The eye specialists take special care in calculating the correct lens for your needs. We use up to date equipment to determine the best lens for your eye. With an increasing number of patients with a history of previous refractive surgery or other challenges, biometry has become the holy grail of cataract surgery excellence. With a wrong lens calculation even the best operation will render poor visual outcomes.
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During your initial consultations all your expectations will be addressed.
REFRACTIVE SURGERY
​Refractive surgery is a specialized eye procedure designed to reshape the cornea—the clear, dome-shaped surface at the front of your eye—to correct common vision problems such as:
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Myopia (nearsightedness): Difficulty seeing distant objects clearly
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Hyperopia (farsightedness): Trouble focusing on close-up tasks
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Astigmatism: Blurred vision caused by an irregularly shaped cornea
Types of Refractive Surgery:
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LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis): Uses a laser to reshape the cornea, offering quick results
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PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy): Reshapes the cornea without creating a flap
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StreamLight Laser: A precise and minimally invasive procedure that uses advanced laser technology to gently loosen the epithelial layer for effective vision correction
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Topoguided Laser: Customized treatment used when a patient has irregular astigmatism
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Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE): Replaces the natural lens with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL) for comprehensive correction
Benefits:
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Achieve clearer, sharper vision
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Reduce or eliminate dependence on glasses or contacts
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Quick recovery with many seeing improvement within days to weeks
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Long-lasting results (though some may need enhancements)
Considerations & Risks:
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Temporary or permanent dry eye
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Risk of infection
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Visual disturbances such as halos or glare
Consultation is essential! Talk to an eye care professional to determine if refractive surgery is right for you and understand the potential benefits and risks.
DRY EYE TEAR CARE
Dry eye syndrome occurs when your eyes don't produce enough tears or when the tears evaporate too quickly. Treatment options include artificial tear drops, prescription medications to reduce inflammation, and procedures such as punctal plugs to help retain tears on the eye's surface.
KERATOCONUS AND CROSS-LINKING TREATMENT
Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition in which the cornea thins and bulges outward into a cone shape, causing distorted vision. Corneal collagen cross-linking is a procedure that strengthens the cornea by applying riboflavin (vitamin B2) eye drops and then exposing the cornea to ultraviolet light. This treatment can help slow or halt the progression of keratoconus.
MEDICAL EYE DISEASES
- Diabetic Retinopathy: A complication of diabetes that damages the blood vessels in the retina, leading to vision loss.
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD): A condition that affects the macula, the part of the retina responsible for central vision, leading to vision loss.
- Retinal Vein Occlusion: A blockage of the small veins that carry blood away from the retina, leading to vision loss.
- Retinal Artery Occlusion: A blockage of the small arteries that supply blood to the retina, leading to sudden vision loss.
- Macular Edema: A condition where fluid accumulates in the macula, leading to vision distortion and loss.
- Retinitis Pigmentosa: A group of genetic disorders that affect the retina, leading to progressive vision loss.
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GLAUCOMA
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve, which transmits visual information from the eye to the brain, and can lead to irreversible vision loss or blindness if left untreated. This damage is often caused by increased intraocular pressure (eye pressure), which can result from a buildup of fluid in the eye due to a malfunctioning drainage system. Symptoms can vary, from gradual, painless vision loss in open-angle glaucoma to sudden, severe eye pain and blurry vision in closed-angle glaucoma. Treatment aims to lower eye pressure and slow or prevent further vision loss through eye drops, oral medications, laser therapy, or surgery.
PTERYGIUM
A pterygium, also known as a "surfer's eye," is a non-cancerous growth of tissue that appears on the conjunctiva, the white part of your eye. It typically originates on the inner corner of the eye and grows towards the pupil in a triangular shape. While generally not sight-threatening, a large pterygium can interfere with vision.