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Dr Brian Ang is an internationally trained and highly experienced eye surgeon in Melbourne.

Dedicated to the highest levels of patient care, Dr Brian Ang is at the leading edge in cataract surgery and glaucoma treatment.

30/10/2025

In this video I’m taking you through one of the most essential tools in every eye clinic, the Snellen chart.

You’ve probably seen it before, but do you know what the lines actually mean?

Whether you’re testing for everyday clarity or checking if you meet driving requirements, the Snellen chart is one of the most essential tools in every eye clinic.

👉 Watch the full video so next time you look at a Snellen chart, you’ll know exactly what those numbers mean.

24/10/2025

The short answer: No — not always.

Yes, the eyes do change as we get older:
✔️ Most people develop presbyopia (needing reading glasses).
✔️ The lens can become cloudy, leading to cataracts.
✔️ Risks of conditions like glaucoma and macular degeneration increase.

But here’s the key point, these changes don’t always mean you’ll lose your sight. Many causes of vision decline are preventable, manageable, or treatable.

🔍 Research shows:
Almost everyone will notice near-vision changes after 40 (presbyopia).
Cataracts are one of the most common age-related changes, but also one of the most treatable.
Population studies show rising rates of vision loss with age — but much of it can be reduced with early detection and treatment.

The takeaway: vision loss is not an automatic part of ageing.
With regular check-ups, healthy habits, and timely care, many people enjoy good sight well into their later years.

👓 Don’t wait until you notice a problem, prevention and early action make all the difference.

16/10/2025

Had such a great time with the team at Vision Eye Institute Footscray talking about two areas I’m really passionate about, Proactive Glaucoma Care and Interventional Glaucoma.

Big thanks to the Footscray team for making it such a smooth event, and to Carmine Dromi and Glaukos Corporation for their support in bringing this session together.

It’s always rewarding to share ideas, answer questions, and keep pushing forward how we manage glaucoma care for patients.
Looking forward to the next one! 👁️

08/10/2025

Last month’s highlight for me was being part of the gonioscopy workshop series at Optometry Australia’s Clinical Conference in Melbourne.

It was such a pleasure to co-run the sessions with Dr Raj Pathmaraj, Mirella Giorlando, and Kristina Iacovangelo, as part of the Vision Eye Institute’s educational program for optometrists.

The best part? Getting to connect with optometrists at every stage of their career, from fresh grads to seasoned clinicians, and sharing insights that can make a real difference in practice.

Huge credit to the organisers for putting together such a smooth, interactive workshop. 🙌

Already looking forward to next year!

25/09/2025

This is a question I hear quite often, and it’s an important one.

The short answer? Normal pressure doesn’t always mean zero risk.

Think of eye pressure like the blood pressure of your eye — it’s important, but it’s not the whole story.

Some people can have optic nerve damage and visual field loss even when their pressure readings fall within the ‘normal’ range. We call this normal-tension glaucoma.

What that means is your optic nerve may still be vulnerable due to other contributing factors — like poor blood flow, mitochondrial stress, oxidative damage, and genetic susceptibility.

So if your eye pressure looks okay but your vision is still declining, it doesn’t mean you’re imagining it. It means we need to look deeper, not just at pressure, but at the overall health and resilience of your optic nerve.

💬 Managing glaucoma is not only about lowering pressure; it’s also about protecting the entire system that keeps your vision alive.

19/09/2025

I had the pleasure of speaking to the incredible team at Vision Eye Institute Footscray on Proactive Glaucoma Care + Interventional Glaucoma: A Paradigm Shift.

We explored how early surgical intervention and lifestyle-driven strategies, including nutrition — can work together to preserve vision for longer. Because glaucoma care shouldn’t start at vision loss… it should start long before.

Huge thanks to Glaukos for sponsoring the evening (and the pizza quiz combo 🍕📊), and to the amazing orthoptists, nurses, admin and management staff who came with open minds, thoughtful questions, and a shared passion for patient care.

Looking forward to moving the paradigm forward, together.

11/09/2025

There’s something oddly satisfying about the tools we use every day, not just for what they do, but how they shape the way we see (literally and professionally).

In this short clip, I share a glimpse into one of the most underrated but essential parts of an eye doctor’s toolkit.

If you’re curious about how we examine parts of the eye most people never even think about, this one’s worth a watch.

02/09/2025

Can’t believe it’s already been a year.

It’s been an absolute pleasure working alongside Mark Hassall during his glaucoma fellowship at the Eye and Ear Hospital. Thoughtful, skilled, and deeply committed to his patients, Mark has been an asset to the team and will be sorely missed.

As he heads back to Adelaide to begin the next chapter of his career, I know he’ll bring the same level of excellence and care to everyone he sees. South Australians are in very good hands.

Wishing you all the best, Mark, and looking forward to seeing all you’ll achieve ahead.

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30/08/2025

Every now and then, it’s the tools in clinic that make a big difference, for both patient understanding and workflow.

Come with me as I show you the common tools that Ophthalmologist use during your visit in the clinic.

21/08/2025

Most people think glaucoma is just about eye pressure. But here’s the catch, your blood pressure plays a big role too.

✅ High BP can reduce blood flow to the optic nerve
✅ It can also raise your ey3 pressure over time
✅ Even with “normal” eye pressure, your optic nerve may still be at risk

Studies have shown that people with hypertension have up to 70% higher risk of developing open-angle glaucoma, especially when blood pressure isn’t well controlled.

So if you're managing blood pressure, make sure your eye health is part of that conversation. Early detection and vascular care can make all the difference in protecting your vision.

11/08/2025

Settling into my new room at Vision Eye Institute, Blackburn South, and I couldn’t be happier with the setup (especially the window view!).

Now comes the next step: working with the orthoptic and management teams to get all the systems in place so the clinic runs smoothly and efficiently.

Always a satisfying feeling when preparation meets purpose.

06/08/2025

It was a real privilege to have renowned optometry educator Davut Ulusoy sit in on my recent clinics at Vision Eye Institute Footscray.

While the goal was for Davut to observe complex glaucoma cases, I found myself learning just as much from him from our conversations.

Collaborative care makes all the difference, and I'm always happy to welcome optometrists into my clinics at Footscray and Blackburn.
After all, better dialogue leads to better outcomes.

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Suite C27, 41 Victoria Parade
Fitzroy, VIC
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