The Eye Centre - Drs Cook & Boliter Inc.

The Eye Centre - Drs Cook & Boliter Inc. At The Eye Centre, we have three Ophthalmologists - Dr Stephen Cook, Dr Andrew Boliter and Dr Erika

Drs Cook & Boliter Inc is a practice owned by Ophthalmologists Dr Stephen Cook and Dr Andrew Boliter. It is housed in a historic building in Southernwood, East London, where it has been a medical practice for over 50 years. Drs Cook & Boliter Inc is proud to continue the tradition of providing high quality eye care to the widest possible cross section of the community. Areas of recent and ongoing research include glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, refractive surgery and cataract surgery.

AI Diabetic Eye Screenings Now Available!We are proud to offer Diabetic Retinopathy screenings This advanced technology ...
21/11/2025

AI Diabetic Eye Screenings Now Available!

We are proud to offer Diabetic Retinopathy screenings
This advanced technology helps detect early signs of diabetic retinopathy, one of the leading causes of preventable vision loss.

Why do regular screenings matter?
• Diabetic eye disease can progress without symptoms in the early stages.
• Early detection allows treatment before vision is affected.
• Annual screenings are recommended for all people living with diabetes.
Our AI screening is quick, comfortable, and requires no eye drops.
This screening is covered by Discovery Health if you are registered as a diabetic under PMB.
Cash option also available (price on request).
Booking is essential
📍 18 St James Road Southernwood
📞 043 743 4334

14/11/2025

Clear vision could be an appointment away!

Book your LASIK screening today to find out if it’s right for you.
Contact us on 043 743 4334 to book your Lasik Screening.
We cannot wait to hear from you.

Thinking about LASIK? Not sure if you are a candidate? Let us find out!We are offering LASIK suitability screenings at o...
07/11/2025

Thinking about LASIK?
Not sure if you are a candidate? Let us find out!
We are offering LASIK suitability screenings at our practice 👁️✨
One of our optometrists will do a quick assessment to see if LASIK might be right for you.
Please note: You will not necessarily see the ophthalmologist on the day, this is a screening only, not a full consultation.
Booking is essential and spots are limited!

📍 18 St James Road Southernwood
📞 043 743 4334



Image taken from: https://kraffeye.com/blog/difference-between-lasik-and-lasek

Did you know? 🤔Over 2.2 billion people worldwide experience vision impairment, and nearly half of these cases could have...
31/10/2025

Did you know? 🤔
Over 2.2 billion people worldwide experience vision impairment, and nearly half of these cases could have been prevented or treated.
This World Blindness Awareness Month, let us spread the word: early eye checks can save sight!

For more information about the above statistic tap this link: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/blindness-and-visual-impairment

IMPORTANT NOTICE: 📣Good morning! Please note our phone lines are currently down. Please contact us via WhatsApp on 083 8...
31/10/2025

IMPORTANT NOTICE: 📣
Good morning!
Please note our phone lines are currently down. Please contact us via WhatsApp on 083 800 9725 for any queries you may have!

30/10/2025

Dr Smith is currently doing an interview on eye health at The Voice Lounge in East London. Have a look & listen here:

Quick Quiz:How often do you get your eyes tested?A) Every yearB) Every 2–3 yearsC) Only when I notice a problemDrop your...
24/10/2025

Quick Quiz:
How often do you get your eyes tested?
A) Every year
B) Every 2–3 years
C) Only when I notice a problem
Drop your answer below, and remember, prevention is key!

The answer will be posted in the comments after 24 hours

Did you know? 🤔The leading causes of blindness worldwide include:• Cataracts: The clouding of the eye’s lens• Glaucoma: ...
17/10/2025

Did you know? 🤔
The leading causes of blindness worldwide include:
• Cataracts: The clouding of the eye’s lens
• Glaucoma: Damage to the optic nerve, often linked to high eye pressure
• Diabetic Retinopathy : Damage to your retina caused by diabetes
• Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) : Which affects a person’s central vision
The good news? Many of these causes can be treated or prevented with early detection and regular eye exams.

Let’s raise awareness this Blindness Awareness month and protect the gift of sight.

For more information you can click this link: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/blindness-and-visual-impairment

Today is World Sight Day! 🌍But what is world sight day? World Sight Day is an annual international awareness day, held ...
09/10/2025

Today is World Sight Day! 🌍
But what is world sight day? World Sight Day is an annual international awareness day, held on the second Thursday of October, that focuses on the global issues of blindness and vision impairment.

This year’s call to action is simple: Love Your Eyes. ❤
Your eyes connect you to the world, do not take them for granted.

You can love your eyes by:
Scheduling your annual eye exam
Protect your eyes from UV light
Managing conditions like diabetes and hypertension

October is World Blindness Awareness Month.This month, we at The East London Eye Centre are shining a light on the impor...
03/10/2025

October is World Blindness Awareness Month.

This month, we at The East London Eye Centre are shining a light on the importance of protecting your vision and preventing avoidable blindness.
Follow along as we share more information to help raise awareness.

Image taken from https://gctrials.com/blog/blindness_awareness_month/

What is Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)?RP is a rare, genetic eye condition that causes gradual vision loss over time.Common s...
29/09/2025

What is Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)?

RP is a rare, genetic eye condition that causes gradual vision loss over time.
Common symptoms include:
• Night blindness (trouble seeing in the dark)
• Gradual loss of side (peripheral) vision, also called “tunnel vision”
• Difficulty with central vision (reading, fine details)
• Trouble seeing colours
RP can be diagnosed with tests such as genetic testing, OCT scans, and visual field exams. While there is currently no single cure.
If you or a loved one has symptoms of RP, an eye exam with an ophthalmologist is the first step toward answers and support.

To book a consultation please phone 043 743 4334



To read more about this condition follow this link: https://www.aao.org/eye-health/diseases/what-is-retinitis-pigmentosa

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18 St James Road
Southernwood
5201

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Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00

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Drs Cook & Boliter Inc is a practice owned by Ophthalmologists Dr Stephen Cook and Dr Andrew Boliter. It is housed in a historic building in Southernwood, East London, where it has been a medical practice for over 50 years. Drs Cook & Boliter Inc is proud to continue the tradition of providing high quality eye care to the community. Areas of recent and ongoing research include glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, refractive surgery and cataract surgery.