Head of Department | YBrs. Dr. Jamalia binti Rahmat |
Phone | 03-26156802/1455 |
Fax | 03-26155511 |
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INTRODUCTION
The Ophthalmology Department has come to its existence in the year of 1946 at Klinik Tanglin, which then moved to Hospital Kuala Lumpur in the year of 1950. It has been providing specialized ophthalmology care and services to the public nation ever since. It is now the main referral center for all eye diseases nationwide. Comprehensive tertiary care and treatments are the main objectives of the department, on top of providing research activities, teaching programs and outreach clinic services.
There are 7 subspecialty teams which provide their care and treatment accordingly, which are:
1. Cornea
2. Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
3. Glaucoma
4. Oculoplasty
5. Vitreoretina
6. Medical Retina
7.Neuro-ophthalmology
There are also optometry services provided, including:
1. Refraction
2. Contact lenses
3. Low vision aid
4. Binocular vision assessment
5. Pediatric optometry including orthoptic assessments
6. Visual rehabilitation
7. Diabetic retinopathy screening
VISION
Our vision is to be the centre of excellence in providing high quality care for eye diseases to the public and also to create the awareness of healthy eye care practices in sustaining good eyesight, aligned with the policies of the Ministry of Health (MOH).
MISSION
We are committed to provide excellent eye-care services through competent, courteous and committed professionals using the latest technologies.
Objectives & Function
1. To provide comprehensive, efficient and high-quality ophthalmic services in functioning as the center of referral.
2. To provide training and teaching programs of all levels for medical personnel
3. To increase awareness amongst the public on the importance of good eye-care habits and practices
To encourage research efforts
Clients Charter
1. 85 % of patients shall be seen by a doctor within 90 minutes of waiting time.
Waiting time: Time taken for a patient to be attended by the doctor from when the patients have done the procedures needed prior to seeing the doctor, NOT from the time of registration.
2. Each patient will be given consultancy with expertise and specialization.3. All patient will be treated professionally with compassion, respect and courtesy.4. Patient will be counselled for appropriate and safe treatment which includes procedures, medications and rehabilitations.
Organization Chart
MEDICAL AND SURGICAL SERVICES
General Ophthalmology Clinic
Service provided by consultant ophthalmologists, specialists, medical officers, optometrist and other medical personnel. They provide a wide range of services catering to all eye diseases.
Glaucoma Clinic
Deals with the glaucoma eye disease which is an abnormally high eye pressure causing progressive optic nerve damage which compromises vision. The team provides comprehensive glaucoma care to patients with all types of adult glaucoma.
Cornea Clinic
Deals with ocular surface problems and corneal diseases such as corneal abrasion, corneal ulcer, dystrophy and allergic diseases. Corneal transplant surgery is one of its main focus.
Oculoplasty Clinic
Concentrates mainly on the abnormalities, growth and tumour of the eyelids, orbit, and the lacrimal system. Provides its care mainly through therapeutic and reconstructive surgeries.
Vitreoretinal Clinic
Deals with diseases of the retina or any structures involving the posterior segment of the eye. It mainly provides surgical care in treating the retinal diseases, commonly as retinal detachment and advanced diabetic eye diseases.
Medical Retina Clinic
Treats conditions involving the retina and uveal layer, mainly by medical treatment. Common conditions include age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy, retinal blood vessel obstruction and inflammation of the uveal tissue.
Paediatric Ophthalmology Clinic
Focuses on paediatric eye diseases, children’s visual development and strabismus. Other common diseases include congenital cataract, congenital glaucoma, retinoblastoma, lazy eye conditions and squints.
Neuro Ophthalmology Clinic
Deals with neurological disorders affecting the eye, optic nerve and other related structures.
Optometry Clinic
Assesses and manages patients who need optical correction. Their services include refraction, contact lens, low vision aids, orthoptic, visual field assessment and other advanced diagnostic tests.
OPHTHALMOLOGY DEPARTMENT,HKL CLINIC SCHEDULE
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MONDAY |
TUESDAY |
WEDNESDAY |
THURSDAY |
FRIDAY |
GENERAL CLINICS |
Glaucoma Cornea Oculoplasty Medical Retina Neuroophthalmology |
Paediatric Vitreo-retina Cornea
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Pediatric Oculoplasty Medical-Retina |
Oculoplasty |
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SUBSPECIALTY CLINICS |
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Oculoplasty |
Glaucoma |
Glaucoma Cornea |
Paediatric Cornea Neuroophthalmologi |
PROCEDURES |
Laser: Oculoplasty Neuroophthalmology |
Laser: Cornea Medical Retina |
Laser: Vitreoretina Oculoplasty |
Laser: Glaucoma
Intravitreal Injection: Medical retina |
Laser: Paediatric
Intravitreal Injection: Medical retina |
Location of ophthalmology outpatient clinic.
The clinic is located on the 6th floor at SCACC (Specialist Complex and Ambulatory Care Center) building.
Patients need to bring a REFERRAL LETTER to get an appointment from our clinic.
OPHTHALMOLOGY OUTPATIENT CLINIC HOURS
Elective appointment:
Monday – Friday: From 7.30am onwards
Emergency clinic (Casualty clinic):
Monday – Friday: 7.30am – 4.15pm
PHONE EXTENTION FOR CLINIC APPOINTMENT: 1447