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Ophthalmology

Introduction

The Ophthalmology Department has come to its existence as a humble eye clinic in the year of 1946 at Hospital Tanglin. It was then moved to Hospital Kuala Lumpur in the 1950’s where ophthalmology department was established. 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 programmes and outreach clinic services.

There are 7 subspecialty teams which provide their care and treatment in the department, which are:

1.   Cornea

2.   Glaucoma

3.   Oculoplasty

4.   Medical Retina

5.   Vitreoretina

6.   Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus

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 eye care to the public and also create the awareness of healthy eye-care practices in sustaining good eyesight, aligned with the policies of the Ministry of Health (MOH).

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 reference.

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

4.   To encourage research efforts

Organisation Chart

Chart Oftalmologi

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 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, common diseases are 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. 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.

Clinic Schedule

 

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

General Clinic

Glaucoma

Cornea

Oculoplasty

Neuro-ophthalmology

Vitreoretina

Cornea

Neuro-ophthalmology

Peadiatric ophthalmology

Oculoplasty

Medical-Retina

Oculoplasty

Neuro-ophthalmology

Vitreo-retina

Subspeciality Clinic

Medical Retina

Peadiatric ophthalmology

Oculoplasty

Glaucoma

Neuro-ophthalmology

Glaucoma

Cornea

Peadiatric ophthalmology

Cornea

Glaucoma

Procedure

Laser:

Oculoplasty

Neuro-ophthalmology

Laser:

Cornea

Medical Retina

Laser:

Vitreoretina

Laser:

Glaucoma

Intravitreal Injection:

Medical retina

Laser:

Peadiatric Ophthamology

Neuro-Ophthalmology

Intravitreal Injection:

Medical retina

Client Charter

1.   85 % of patient shall be seen by healthcare worker within 90 minutes of waiting time.

Waiting time: Time taken for a patient after registration, to the first healthcare worker that examine the patient. It can be either an optometrist, paramedic or doctors.

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.


CONTACT US

Address
Hospital Kuala Lumpur
50586 Jalan Pahang
Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur.
Phone : 03-26155555 
E-Mail : pro.hkl[at]moh.gov.my

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VISITING HOURS

12.30 p.m - 2.00 p.m
4.30 p.m - 6.30 p.m

 

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