Ophthalmology

The Ophthalmology Department at Monash Health provides acute and time-limited ophthalmology services for both children and adults with acute and complex eye problems both medical and surgical.

  • Address the referral to the Head of Unit: Dr Christine Chen
  • The referral MUST be accompanied by visual acuity where possible and meet the Monash Health Ophthalmology Department tertiary referral guidelines to be accepted for triaging
  • The referral should include a valid provider number and indicate that it is valid for an indefinite period
  • The patient will be seen by a clinician within this specialty.

Secure eReferral by HealthLink is now our preferred method of referral.

Find up-to-date information about how to send a referral to Monash Health Specialist Consulting Clinics on the eReferrals page on our website.

We’re changing the way we receive referrals.