Cataract Surgery Melbourne
Expert cataract removal with premium intraocular lens options — serving Melbourne and its northern suburbs from Northpark Private Hospital, Bundoora.
Expert Cataract Surgery in Melbourne's Northern Suburbs
Dr Ross MacIntyre MD FRANZCO is a specialist ophthalmologist with subspecialty expertise in cataract surgery, performing procedures at Northern Eye Consultants, Northpark Private Hospital in Bundoora. He offers Melbourne patients a full range of premium intraocular lens options and a personalised approach to achieving the best possible visual outcome. Dr MacIntyre has performed over 7,000 cataract surgeries and trains ophthalmology registrars and fellows.
Patients researching their options can find a comprehensive guide to cataract surgery in Melbourne at corneaeyedoctor.com, covering what the procedure involves, how to evaluate a surgeon, what questions to ask at your consultation, and what to expect before, during, and after surgery.
Whether you require standard cataract surgery or have a complex case, including combined cataract and corneal disease, Dr MacIntyre's subspecialty training at the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins University provides patients in Melbourne's north with access to world-class eye surgical care.
Book a Cataract Consultation
Bundoora (Melbourne North)
Northern Eye Consultants
Suite 5, Northpark Private Hospital
135 Plenty Road, Bundoora VIC 3083
(03) 9466 8822A GP or optometrist referral is required for Medicare rebates
Fellowship Training and Surgical Volume
The outcome of cataract surgery depends significantly on surgeon experience and subspecialty training. Dr MacIntyre completed two years of cornea and complex cataract fellowship training: first at the Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, one of the world's leading academic eye hospitals, and subsequently at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in Melbourne. He has personally performed over 7,000 cataract surgeries, including a high proportion of complex cases that are not appropriate for general ophthalmology.
Complex cases he regularly manages include dense cataracts, cataracts in eyes that have had previous refractive surgery such as LASIK or PRK, pseudoexfoliation syndrome, combined cataract and corneal transplant procedures, and patients with coexisting corneal disease. He also trains ophthalmology registrars and fellows through Northern Eye Consultants.
Qualifications
- MD (Hons) — New York Medical College
- FRANZCO — Fellow, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists
- Diplomate, American Board of Ophthalmology
- Cornea, Complex Cataract and Refractive Surgery Fellowship — Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins University
- Cornea Fellowship — Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital
- Former Chief Resident — Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island
Precision Biometry and Lens Planning
Achieving a good refractive outcome from cataract surgery depends as much on the preoperative workup as on the surgical technique. Dr MacIntyre uses advanced biometry and corneal topography to plan each procedure individually, selecting the optimal intraocular lens formula for your eye measurements, corneal shape, and visual goals. This is particularly important in eyes with prior LASIK, PRK, or irregular corneal topography, where standard biometry formulas are less reliable.
The surgical technique used is phacoemulsification, the current standard for cataract removal. For a detailed patient-level explanation of how the procedure works, what to expect on the day, and what recovery involves, see the cataract surgery Melbourne guide at corneaeyedoctor.com.
Surgery is performed as day surgery at Northpark Private Hospital, Bundoora, under local anaesthetic with light sedation. Most patients return home the same day and notice a significant improvement in vision within 24–48 hours.
Intraocular Lens Options
Dr MacIntyre offers a full range of lens implants to suit your lifestyle and visual needs, from standard lenses to the latest premium multifocal technology.
Monofocal IOL
Standard lens set for distance vision. Reading glasses are generally still required for near tasks.
Medicare coveredToric IOL
Corrects astigmatism at the time of cataract surgery, reducing or eliminating the need for distance glasses.
Premium lensEDOF IOL
PopularExtended depth of focus — provides a continuous range of clear vision from distance to intermediate, with excellent night vision.
Premium lensMultifocal IOL
Provides clear vision at distance, intermediate, and near — many patients achieve spectacle independence for most tasks.
Premium lensDr MacIntyre will discuss which lens is most appropriate for your lifestyle, refraction, and ocular health at your consultation.
Patient Questions
Frequently Asked Questions — Cataract Surgery Melbourne
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Do I need a referral for cataract surgery?
Further Reading — Cataract Surgery
How Much Does Cataract Surgery Cost in Melbourne?
RecoveryWhat to Expect from Cataract Surgery
LensesChoosing the Right Lens Implant for Cataract Surgery
TimingWhen Should You Have Cataract Surgery?
Detailed procedure guides on corneaeyedoctor.com:
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Consulting in Bundoora (Melbourne North) and Wonthaggi. A GP or optometrist referral is required for Medicare rebates.