💊 Therapeutic Optometry
Therapeutic Eye Care in Strathfield
Advanced ocular diagnosis and treatment by a therapeutically endorsed optometrist.
Patients from Strathfield visit Prime Optometrists at 43 Auburn Road, Auburn NSW 2144, just 10 min away. This service is Medicare bulk billed, no out-of-pocket cost with a valid Medicare card.
About this service
Therapeutic Eye Care
Therapeutic endorsement is an advanced qualification that allows Dr Zobaida Tahiri to diagnose and treat a wider range of eye conditions, including prescribing therapeutic eye drops and medications, reducing the need for GP or ophthalmologist referrals. This means faster care and better outcomes for our patients.
What's included
- Red eye diagnosis and treatment
- Ocular infection management
- Prescribing therapeutic eye medications
- Anterior segment disease management
- Same-day emergency eye care available
- Co-management with ophthalmologists and GPs
Your appointment
What to expect
Clinical assessment
A thorough examination of the anterior and posterior segments of your eye.
Diagnosis
We identify the precise cause of your condition using clinical tools and slit-lamp examination.
Treatment
Where appropriate, we prescribe and initiate treatment during the same appointment.
Follow-up
We monitor your response to treatment and adjust the plan as needed.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
What is therapeutic endorsement?
An advanced qualification allowing certain optometrists to prescribe therapeutic medications for eye conditions without a GP referral.
Do I need a GP referral?
No, you can come directly to us for assessment and treatment of most eye conditions.
What conditions can be treated?
Red eye, conjunctivitis, blepharitis, corneal abrasions, anterior uveitis, ocular infections and more.
Is emergency eye care available?
Yes, we prioritise same-day appointments for urgent eye conditions. Call (02) 9761 0005.
Book your therapeutic optometry appointment in Strathfield
Bulk billed with Medicare. No out-of-pocket cost for eligible patients. Serving Strathfield and surrounding suburbs from Auburn NSW 2144.
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