As a world leader in ophthalmology services, the Eye and Ear is now at the cutting edge of research and teaching. This is supported through its close association with the University of Melbourne Departments of Ophthalmology, the Centre for Eye Research Australia, and the Bionics Institute.
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Virtual Reality Cataract Surgery Simulation
In this video, Dr Jacqueline Beltz (specialist ophthalmologist at the Eye and Ear) delivers a presentation on virtual reality cataract surgery simulation at the Eye and Ear at the Interdisciplinary Clinical Meeting.
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Pterygium Excision
A pterygium is a triangular shaped lump of tissue, which grows from the conjunctiva onto the cornea. This video by Dr Elaine Chong (specialist ophthalmologist at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital) demonstrates a new pterygium excision technique that can be performed without the need for a surgical assistant. View only – no downloads.
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visualFields easy is an app for iPad designed to perform a fast screening test of the visual fields (peripheral vision). Visual field loss can be found in diseases such as glaucoma, stroke, multiple sclerosis and diseases of the retina. This App uses the supra-threshold method of visual fields testing to detect gross abnormalities in the visual field. The app was developed by Dr George Kong, a Glaucoma Fellow at the Eye and Ear, supported by an AMP Tomorrow Fund grant.
eyeTests easy is one of the most comprehensive free vision test Apps on AppStore. It includes easy to use eye charts, macular test, colour test, astigmatic test, forced preferential test and near vision reading test. Also available in Chinese language. Available for iPad and iPhone/iPod touch. The app was developed by Dr George Kong, a Glaucoma Fellow at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital.
GONE: Optic disc examination remains the primary and the most important skill in early detection of glaucoma, and the GONE (Glaucomatous Optic Neuropathy Evaluation) project helps users understand any deficiencies in their skills of optic nerve examination and aims to improve them with practice. It includes interactive material in diagnostic teaching and testing, and can be used by optometrists, orthoptists and junior ophthalmology trainees to improve optic nerve examination. The tool was developed by Dr George Kong, Dr Evelyn O’Neill, Dr Lani Gurria, Dr Michael Coote, Prof. Jonathan Crowston.
Deyeagnose is a free online diagnostic tool for medical practitioners who encounter ophthalmic emergencies.
The CoDEx (Computerised Diagnostic Expertise) tool was developed by Dr Ehud Zamir, a practicing ophthalmologist and Senior Research Fellow at the Centre for Eye Research Australia, after extensive testing at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital. This testing has proved that CoDEx provides a correct diagnosis, or a narrow differential diagnosis in over 85 percent of cases. CoDEx uses information obtained mostly from guided history taking and symptoms. It weighs the answers to reach a differential diagnosis and presents it in the order of likelihood. It is generously illustrated with photographs equivalent to what is seen by an examiner without magnification equipment. CoDEx also offers an array of concise monographs with practical information about each of the 40 diagnoses covered, including symptoms, signs, urgency of referral and treatment. The user can choose to receive an emailed summary of the case and to provide feedback to improve the tool’s functionality. -
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These presentations have been contributed by Dr Lionel Kowal, Director of the Ocular Motility Clinic at the Eye and Ear.
Strabismus
Strabismus is a condition in which the eyes do not properly align with each other when looking at an object.
Management of Strabismus and Amblyopia 2017
Strabismus Research Update 2017
How and When Imaging Improves Strabismus Management
Managing Sixth Nerve Palsy in the Elderly (Strabismus for the General Ophthalmologist)
Fusion – re-operations (This presentation looks at strategies for re-operations in consecutive/recurrent strabismus).
Complications of Lateral Rectus Myopexy 2017
Thyroid Eye Disease
Thyroid eye disease (TED) is an eye condition in which the eye muscles and fatty tissue behind the eye become inflamed. This can cause the eyes to be pushed forward and the eyes and eyelids to become swollen and red.
Thyroid Eye Disease presentation
Diplopia
Diplopia, commonly known as double vision, is the simultaneous perception of two images of a single object that may be displaced horizontally, vertically, diagonally (ie both vertically and horizontally), or rotationally in relation to each other.
Inferior Rectus Flap Tear (causes of diplopia after blunt eye trauma)
Nystagmus
Nystagmus is a vision condition in which the eyes make repetitive, uncontrolled movements.
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Paediatric eye conditions can impact the health of children beyond visual impairment, and can lead to developmental and social disadvantage. The presentation of paediatric eye disease can be subtle, and clinical assessment is complex, requiring a high level of skill.
Childhood Nystagmus 2017(Dr Lionel Kowal, Director of the Ocular Motility Clinic at the Eye and Ear)
Nystagmus is a vision condition in which the eyes make repetitive, uncontrolled movements.
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The guidelines are intended to assist GPs by providing primary care management information for low acuity conditions that do not require the specialty services of the hospital. They were developed by specialists and allied health staff at The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital and reviewed by our GP Liaison Officer.
The guidelines are not intended for use by the general public. Consumers wanting to utilise the Eye and Ear outpatient services will need to be referred by their GP, optometrist or audiologist.
The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital is not responsible in any way for application of these guidelines to patient care at your facility and the guidelines should not be relied upon in diagnosing or treating any particular medical condition.
They are guidelines only for informational purposes and your professional judgment must always prevail. These guidelines may not be reproduced without permission.
If a GP or referrer is still unclear about when to refer, or is concerned that their patient requires an urgent referral, then we encourage you to telephone our Outpatient Booking Unit to discuss with one of our triage staff (within business hours only), or to call the hospital reception and speak to the Eye or ENT Admitting Officer to get immediate over the phone advice (24/7).
