Referral-based cataract surgery in Moonee Ponds for Melbourne and regional Victoria, with careful assessment, lens planning and tailored specialist eye care.
Diabetic eye disease care in Moonee Ponds
Diabetic Eye Disease
We provide referral-based specialist assessment, monitoring and treatment for diabetes-related eye changes, helping you protect your vision with clear advice and coordinated care.
Why diabetic eye checks matter
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Protecting sight when you live with diabetes
Diabetes can affect the small blood vessels at the back of the eye, causing diabetic retinopathy. These changes may develop without obvious symptoms at first, which is why regular retinal monitoring is important even when your vision seems stable.
We assess diabetes-related eye changes through specialist ophthalmic care, with attention to the retina, macula, lens and eye movement concerns. Our retinal care is supported by Dr Mei Hong Tan, whose profile you can read on our Dr Mei Hong Tan page.
If diabetic eye disease has become more advanced, treatment may involve laser, eye injections or surgical management for complications where clinically appropriate. You can also learn more about related care through our retinal surgery and refractive and injections pages.
Expert eye care tailored to you
Diabetes and your eyes
We help patients with diabetes understand, monitor and manage eye health with specialist retinal assessment, clear treatment planning and communication with their referring GP or optometrist.
Assessment and treatment
Clear guidance for diabetic retinopathy care
During your appointment, we may use dilating drops and retinal assessment to examine the back of the eye in detail. Please allow up to two hours, as extra testing or treatment planning may be needed depending on your findings.
Diabetic eye disease management does not replace your diabetes care. Good control of blood glucose, blood pressure and cholesterol remains important, and you should continue to follow advice from your GP or diabetes care team. If you have other eye conditions, we can also assess related concerns such as macular degeneration, glaucoma care or cataract-related vision changes.
If treatment is needed, your specialist will explain the recommended option, expected benefits, limitations and specific risks. Surgical and procedural treatments are only advised where clinically appropriate for your eye health.
Related services
Specialist eye care connected to diabetes
Diabetes can affect the retina, macula, lens and overall eye health. Our service pages explain the specialist assessment and treatment areas that may be relevant to your care.
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Specialist glaucoma care in Moonee Ponds, with eye pressure assessment, monitoring and tailored treatment planning to help preserve remaining vision. Referral required.
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Macular degeneration care in Moonee Ponds, with retinal assessment, monitoring, in-clinic injections and laser treatment where appropriate. Referral required.
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Specialist diabetic eye disease assessment, monitoring and treatment in Moonee Ponds, helping patients with diabetes protect vision through coordinated referral-based care.
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Retinal surgery and specialist vitreo-retinal assessment in Moonee Ponds by Dr Mei Hong Tan, with personalised care across Melbourne and regional Victoria.
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Specialist corneal condition assessment in Moonee Ponds, helping patients understand blurred vision, eye discomfort and suitable next steps with a GP or optometrist referral.
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Specialist oculoplastic and eyelid assessment in Moonee Ponds for functional lid concerns, irritation and lashes rubbing the eye, with care tailored to your needs.
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Specialist refractive assessment and in-clinic eye injections in Moonee Ponds for selected retinal and macular conditions, with personalised ophthalmic care by referral.
OUR SURGEONS
Specialist care with a patient-centred approach
Our ophthalmologists provide specialist medical and surgical eye care with clear explanations and treatment plans tailored to your diagnosis. Retinal expertise is especially important when diabetes affects the back of the eye.
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Dr Hakki Semerli
Specialist Ophthalmologist & Medical Director
Dr. Hakki Semerli is a Melbourne-trained comprehensive eye surgeon with expertise in cataract surgery using the latest minimally invasive techniques and intraocular lens solutions. He is also highly experienced with microscopic sutureless pterygium surgery and eyelid procedures amongst other surgical procedures.View full profile -
Dr Mei Hong Tan
Retinal specialist and vitreo-retinal surgeon
Dr Mei Hong Tan (MB ChB – PhD – FRCOphth – FRANZCO) is an Associate Ophthalmologist at Specialist Eye Surgeons and a Consultant Ophthalmologist in medical and surgical retina at the Royal Melbourne Hospital.View full profile -
Dr Chengde Pham
Specialist Ophthalmologist & Cataract Surgeon
Dr Pham is highly specialised in cataract surgery, laser treatment for glaucoma, and intravitreal injections for retinal and macular disease. He has also gained further specialised skills in managing children’s eye conditions and performing paediatric eye surgery.View full profile
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Contact Details
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A current referral from your GP or optometrist is required and helps support your maximum Medicare rebate.
Common questions
Diabetic eye disease FAQs
These answers provide general information only and do not replace personalised medical advice. If you are unsure about your symptoms or referral, please contact us.
Annual ocular health check-ups are recommended for people with diabetes. Your GP, optometrist or ophthalmologist may recommend more frequent review if changes are found or if treatment is needed.
Yes. Diabetic retinopathy may develop before you notice blurred vision, distortion or other changes. Regular monitoring helps detect problems earlier, when management may be more effective.
Treatment depends on your diagnosis and may include retinal laser, in-clinic injections or surgical management for complications. Your specialist will explain why a treatment is recommended and discuss the risks and limitations.
Moonee Ponds clinic
Moonee Ponds Surgery
Opening hours
Consulting days may vary, so please confirm appointment details with our team.
Monday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed