At the Mater Private Eye Centre, we offer rapid access to patients suffering from suspected retinal eye conditions such as:
- Age Related Macular Degeneration
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Detachment
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Retinal Tear
- Macular Hole
- Floaters and Flashes of Light
Assessment and Examination
In order to confirm diagnosis of a retinal eye condition, the Consultant will carry out a number of tests. Depending on your symptoms, that could include any of the following:
- Fluorescein & ICG Angiography
- OCT High Resolution Imaging
- Colour Photography
- Autofluorescence
- Inherited Retinal Detachment
- Clinical Trials (AMD, RVO, Diabetes)
Treatments
If following assesment at the Mater Private Eye Centre a patient is diagnosed with a retinal eye condition, we have a team of 6 Consultant Ophthalmologists based at our Eye Centre who specialise in the treatment of retinal eye conditions. Depeding on your specific condition, you will be recommended one of the following treatments:
- Anti-VEGF, Steroid Injections
- Laser Photocoagulation
- Vitrectomy
- Membrane Peeling
- Macular Hole Surgical Repair
- Retinal Detachment Repair (includig paediatric)
- Centra Sight (TM) Intraocular Telescope Programme
- Low Vision Assessment & Treatment
Referral & Appointments
To book an appointment you can call, fax or email your enquiry.
Please remember to submit referral form when sending email or fax.
T: 01 885 8392 F: 01 885 8498 E: retinal@materprivate.ie
Business Hours: Monday - Thursday 8am - 4pm Friday 7.30am - 2pm
Referrals to our rapid access service are reviewed by our Clinical Nurse Specialist within 2 hours of receipt of a referral and will be allocated to the appropriate or named Consultant.
All scans and appointments will be booked directly with the patient.
For any standard referrals, a referral form from a GP or Optometrist is required before an appointment can be made.