Glaucoma can progress quietly before symptoms are noticed. We assess your eye pressure, optic nerve health and side vision, then recommend care suited to your diagnosis and risk.
We measure intraocular pressure and interpret it in the context of your optic nerve, corneal thickness and individual glaucoma risk.
Find out moreVisual field testing, OCT scans and photography help us track change over time and review whether treatment remains appropriate.
Find out moreWhere clinically suitable, we provide glaucoma laser treatment onsite, including PIs and SLT, as part of your individual treatment plan.
Glaucoma is diagnosed when a specialist identifies a particular type and pattern of damage to the optic nerve. It can occur with high eye pressure, but it may also occur when eye pressure is within the usual range. This is why specialist assessment matters.
The condition is often called the silent stealer of vision because early glaucoma may not cause obvious symptoms. It usually affects peripheral, or side, vision first, while central vision can remain clear in the early stages. If you have been referred due to high eye pressure, a family history of glaucoma or suspicious optic nerve changes, our glaucoma care focuses on early detection and ongoing monitoring.
Treatment aims to preserve remaining vision. Lost vision from glaucoma cannot be recovered, so following the plan given by your doctor is important. We also work closely with referrers, and patients can learn more about our broader ophthalmology services and our surgeons when preparing for care.
Glaucoma assessment is not based on eye pressure alone. We combine several tests to understand your optic nerve, drainage angle, corneal thickness and visual function. These may include intraocular pressure measurement, visual field testing, OCT scan, photography, corneal thickness measurement, gonioscopy and a dilated eye examination.
Your results help us decide whether you need monitoring, eye drops, laser treatment or discussion of surgery. Some tests may have out-of-pocket costs that are not covered by Medicare, and these costs are communicated before testing. If other eye conditions are present, we may also consider related care such as cataract surgery, macular degeneration treatment or diabetic eye disease management.
Normal intraocular pressure is generally 10 to 21 mmHg, but a safe pressure is different for each person. Your target pressure depends on your eye, glaucoma type and risk of progression.
Every glaucoma classification has its own treatment pathway. Your plan may include eye drops, laser treatment or surgery, depending on the type of glaucoma, your eye pressure target and whether there is evidence of progression. Treatment is usually lifelong because glaucoma has no definitive cure.
We provide onsite laser treatment for glaucoma, including PIs and SLT, where clinically appropriate. Laser may be recommended instead of, or alongside, other treatment options. Suitability can only be confirmed after specialist assessment, and your doctor will explain what the treatment is intended to achieve.
The one person that has the biggest impact on your sight is you. By correctly following instructions given by your doctor, you will improve your chances of a positive outcome. For more information about our wider care pathways, visit our services, learn about retinal surgery or read about refractive and injection treatments.
Our doctors provide referral-based ophthalmic care for patients across metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria. We focus on careful assessment, clear explanations and communication with your GP or optometrist.
These answers provide general guidance only and do not replace specialist medical advice. If you have been referred, call (03) 9372 7022 to discuss your next step.
If you have been referred for glaucoma assessment or monitoring, contact us with a current GP or optometrist referral.
Appointments are available on certain days only and may change.
Get in Touch
Fill out the form below and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
