The Outback Eye Service offers outreach eye care services for patients located in regional NSW.
The service is delivered by the Department of Ophthalmology at the Prince of Wales Hospital (as part of the South Eastern Sydney Local Health District).
The Outback Eye Service offers outreach eye care services for patients located in regional NSW.
The service is delivered by the Department of Ophthalmology at the Prince of Wales Hospital (as part of the South Eastern Sydney Local Health District).
People experiencing vision impairment and who are at risk of poor eye health.
Referral from GPs, Optometrists, Ophthalmologists, Vision Australia and Guide Dogs Australia.
South Eastern Sydney Local Health District
(02) 9540 7756
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Steve has relied on one eye since losing sight in his right eye in a childhood accident. When his remaining eye developed serious complications in 2022, he faced the possibility of losing his vision altogether.
After an urgent referral to the Outback Eye Service clinic in Walgett, Steve was flown to Sydney Eye Hospital the same day, where he underwent a cornea transplant as a last resort to save his sight.
Against all expectations, the procedure was a success. Today, Steve’s vision has improved to 6/12, a life-changing outcome that has restored his independence and quality of life.