You should have your eyes tested every two years to ensure any vision problems are detected early. Vision loss often happens gradually so that by the time you notice changes to your vision, damage may already have been done.

Early detection is critical to ensure the best chance of successful treatment. Eye examinations can be performed by your family doctor, an ophthalmologist (medical eye specialist), or an optometrist.

Find an Ophthalmologist

To find an ophthalmologist in your area, ask your GP or optometrist for a referral, or contact The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists on +61 2 9690 1001.

Find an Optometrist

The Optometrists Association Australia represents 96 percent of Australian optometrists. Click here to help locate an optometrist in your area. Providing this information is not to be taken as an endorsement or recommendation of any one optometrist. For further information, visit www.optometrists.asn.au or call +61 3 9663 6833.

Find a GP

To find a GP in your local area contact the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners on +61 (3) 8699 0414 or visit www.racgp.org.au