LASIK is a laser procedure for eye, used to correct Myopia (Short-sightedness), Hyperopia (Long-sightedness) and Astigmatism; to reduce or eliminate a person’s dependence on spectacles and contact lenses. Spectacles could impede those who lead an active lifestyle, especially in sports and games. As an alternative, this same group of people would look to contact lenses for clear vision.
Cataract develops in all of us as we age, especially with long term exposure to sunlight. It may also develop in younger patients, especially those with high myopia or diabetes, after eye injury or inflammation, or as a side-effect of steroid medication.
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that cause damage to the nerve of the eye, resulting in irreversible blindness, often without any symptoms. This damage is often caused by increased pressure in the eye. Glaucoma can occur in anyone at any age; a family history may be present in some.
Our Ophthalmologist eye surgeon has a wealth of experience to diagnose and treat various eye problems by prescribing different medications or performing eye surgery.
Dr Lee is the Medical Director and Principal Eye Surgeon at Shinagawa Eye Centre, Singapore. He has many years of experience as a specialist eye doctor. Prior to this, he was the Head of the Cornea Service at the National University Hospital Eye Centre, where he performed cataract surgeries, cornea transplants, LASIK and Epi-LASIK surgeries.
He was instrumental in setting up Shinagawa Eye Centre in 2008 – designing the layout of the centre, acquiring equipment and training the staff.
Dr Ang has been practicing Ophthalmology since 2009 and completed his specialty training in 2016 at the National Healthcare Group Eye Institute in Tan Tock Seng Hospital. Following this, he subspecialised in the medical and surgical retina and worked as a consultant in Ng Teng Fong General Hospital of the National University Health System.