Auckland Eye

02/04/2026

Auckland Eye was proud to support the Auckland Chinese Medical Association (ACMA) at their March CME event. It was a privilege to be part of such a collaborative evening, with our own Dr Yvonne Ng sharing insights on myopia management.

Read more about Dr Yvonne here: https://www.aucklandeye.co.nz/specialist/dr-yvonne-ng/

29/03/2026

During the school holidays, kids have a lot more free-time on their hands. The problem is, that this often means more screen time, which might be harming your child’s vision.

🔹SCREEN TIME AND MYOPIA
Over the past few years, there has been an increase in myopia (near-sightedness) in children. Children with myopia are more likely to develop eye issues, such as cataracts or glaucoma, later in life.

This increase in myopia in children can be directly linked to one thing: screen time.

🔹PREVENTING MYOPIA
Reducing your child’s screentime can prevent myopia, and preserve their eye health in the long term. Here are some simple tips to help:

🔹Discuss the risks of screen use, and educate your child about how screen-time affects their health

🔹Aim to spend at least two hours a day playing outside

🔹When using screens, take breaks every 20 minutes

🔹Regularly test vision to spot early signs of myopia

Do you have any tips for reducing screen time these holidays? Let us know in the comments

26/03/2026

IMPORTANT INFOMATION:

We will be closed Good Friday, Easter Monday and Anzac Day.

For urgent issues please contact the eye clinic at Greenlane Clinical Centre on 09 307 4949 extension 29810.

Alternatively, for non-urgent queries please leave a message on our phoneline 0800 25 53 93 with your name, contact number and reason for your call and we will contact you as soon as we reopen.

24/03/2026

At Auckland Eye, we understand the unique importance of children’s vision.

Our dedicated team of expert paediatric ophthalmologists are committed to ensuring the best possible care for your child’s eyes, by providing specialised children’s eye care, surgery and vision correction services.

We believe in creating a world where every child can see clearly, explore confidently, and learn without limitations. Thats why we cover:

🔹 Strabismus Surgery:
Correcting misalignment of the eyes to improve coordination and depth perception.
🔹 Blocked tear duct clearance:
To address watery eyes in children.
🔹 Paediatric Cataract Surgery:
Safely removing cataracts that may affect a child’s vision.
🔹 Paediatric Glaucoma Surgery:
Reducing intraocular pressure to protect vision and prevent optic nerve damage.

https://www.aucklandeye.co.nz/eye-conditions/childrens_eye_problems_paediatric

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22/03/2026

Macular Degeneration can strip you of healthy sight. The best way to combat MD is early detection, and monitoring. Read more to find out just what Macular Degeneration is, and how to prevent it.

Macular degeneration (MD) is a condition that affects the macula, the central part of the retina responsible for detailed vision.
It comes in two forms:
🔹Dry macular degeneration is the most common form. The macular gradually thins over time, causing slow progressive changes in central vision.
🔹Wet macular degeneration is less common but more severe. It occurs when abnormal blood vessels grow beneath the retina and leak fluid or blood, causing sudden and rapid vision changes.

What are the symptoms?
🔹Objects appear blurry or faded
🔹Straight lines seem wavy or distorted
🔹A white spot in the middle of your field of vision
🔹A dark area obscures the centre of your vision
🔹Washed-out print when reading
In the early stages, particularly with dry MD, there may be few noticeable symptoms. Wet MD can cause more sudden changes in vision.

What are the treatment options?
Currently, there’s no effective treatment for dry MD, but research and clinical trials are ongoing, including at Auckland Eye.

For wet MD, treatment often involves anti-VEGF eye injections to slow or prevent vision loss, and sometimes laser or photodynamic therapy if needed.

Early detection and monitoring are key to accessing the right care. If you notice changes in your eyesight, speak to your healthcare provider immediately.

Are you or a loved one experiencing similar symptoms? Book an eye exam here:
🔹https://www.aucklandeye.co.nz/eye-conditions/macular-degeneration/🔹

Learn about age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading vision issue in elders. Explore symptoms, diagnosis, treatments & prevention at Auckland Eye.

20/03/2026

While it might seem like a simple question, the eye is an amazingly complex organ!
Eyes have evolved independently in many species, with different organisms developing entirely unique ways to see.

At the simplest level, an eye is a light-sensitive organ that allows an organism to respond to its environment.

In humans, the eye is made up of several complicated structures that all work together to help you see.

The cornea, lens, and vitreous body work together to let light in and focus it into clear images.

Your macula, retina, and optic nerve are able to then turn that light into signals, which are carried to your brain, allowing you to see!

Read the full blog to learn more:

https://www.aucklandeye.co.nz/blog/what-are-eyes/

Read expert advice, the latest vision care trends, and essential tips about What are eyes? from Auckland Eye.

17/03/2026

If you’re thinking about swimming with your contact lenses, think again.

Contact lenses help you live a more active life, but that doesn’t mean you don’t have to exercise caution.

Swimming with your contacts may lead to a whole host of problems.

WHY?
🔹The simplest reason is that your lenses could get washed out of your eye. That’s bad enough in most cases.

Your contact lenses can also trap bacteria and chemicals from the water, and keep them in contact with your eye. This can cause infection, inflammation, and many other problems.

ACANTHAMOEBA KERATITIS
🔹One of these threats is Acanthamoeba keratitis, a rare eye infection caused by microscopic organisms found in soil and water that can seriously threaten vision.

SYMPTOMS OF ACANTHAMOEBA KERATITIS
🔹A red, painful eye infection
🔹Blurred vision with a foreign body sensation, tearing, and a sensitivity to light
🔹An usually long period of red, irritated eyes—even after removing your contacts

👁️Look after your eyes this summer, and don’t take the risk.

15/03/2026

Cataract surgery can restore clarity, helping you see life’s moments with confidence, clarity, and comfort.

Our expert team is here to guide you through safe, effective treatment so you can see life clearly again.

https://www.aucklandeye.co.nz/eye-conditions/cataract/

13/03/2026

We are proud of our ophthalmologists who contribute their expertise across both private practice and New Zealand’s public hospital system, such as Greenlane Clinical Centre, Waitakere hospital and Counties Manukau. This reflects a shared commitment to collaboration, clinical excellence and improving access to eye care for all.

10/03/2026

We made it! A huge congratulations to our Auckland Eye Pacers. To raise donations for Glaucoma NZ , they hit the track and completed an incredible 8.4km in support for Glaucoma NZ. Their effort, and your donations, have helped raise $1,311 for Glaucoma NZ! Thank you to everyone involved. Every step taken and every dollar raised helps make a real difference.

10/03/2026

Thank you to everyone who helped support our team this year at Round the Bays. We're proud to be part of a community effort that helped raise $1,311 for Glaucoma NZ. Thank you to all those who donated. What an amazing achievement for everyone involved!

https://rtbauckland26.grassrootz.com/glaucoma-nz

05/03/2026

Our Auckland Eye Pacers are about to hit the track to complete an incredible 8.4km in support for Glaucoma NZ. Their effort, and your donations, have helped raise $653 for Glaucoma NZ so far! Thank you to everyone involved. Every step taken and every dollar raised helps make a real difference.

https://rtbauckland26.grassrootz.com/glaucoma-nz/auckland-eye-pacers