FAQ 3: How often should one have a consultation with an optometrist?
Optometrists are a critical part of the eye care network, they are essential to helping patients and, when appropriate, referring them on to Ophthalmologists and ...
29 Mar
28 Mar
FAQ 2: “How important are preventative measures e.g. sunglasses?
Answer: 75% of all cases of blindness are avoidable, through prevention or treatment, which is why learning about how to care for your eyes and ...
27 Mar
It’s World Optometry Week!
In World Optometry Week, we recognise the importance of our Optometrists. They are the entry point into the eye care system and offer primary health ...
Diabetic retinopathy: early detection and prevention are the cure!
Dr Enslin Uys spoke with the Ophthalmological Society of South Africa today, #WorldRetinaDay about diabetic retinopathy! Early detection and prevention are the cure! Retinal screening ...
28 Mar
Patient Resources
These two brochures are designed to help walk you through your procedure and time with us.
24 Mar
Pietermaritzburg Eye Hospital turns five!
Jubilation was in the air as our team celebrated our fifth anniversary. The reception area buzzed with chatter, laughter and camera flashes as all the ...
13 Nov
Proud Recipient of PMCB Business of the Year 2022
A multitude of magical moments has led to the Pietermaritzburg Eye Hospital being presented with the accolade of Business of the Year 2022 in the ...
21 Sep
Caring for patients living with Alzheimers at Pietermaritzburg Eye Hospital
Patient-centered care, the practice of caring for patients in ways that are meaningful and valuable to the individual patient, includes listening to, informing and involving ...
30 Aug
Give The Gift of Sight
In August there is a broader effort to raise awareness around Organ Donation, and the life-changing value for transplant recipients. There is much less attention ...
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