Cataracts are the most common age-related occurrence in eyes. The lens becomes thicker and stiffer and appears yellow and cloudy. Eventually it may turn white, changing the colour of the pupil. A cataract may cause your vision to become fuzzy in a progressive fashion and may also be the cause of disabling glare.

Once a cataract affects vision too much, a cataract removal operation is generally advised.  This decision is usually made in consultation with an eye specialist. The operation is almost always done under local anaesthetic. Once the cataract has been removed an artificial lens is put in to replace it. It is relatively short in duration and an overnight stay in hospital is not required.  Post-operative care consists of eye drops and a check at 1-2 days then after 2-4 weeks.

Cataract Surgery at Bowen Eye Clinic

Cataracts grow as a result of too many birthdays and UV light causing the vision to go cloudy. Normally this occurs slowly over years and initially glasses may help. Occasionally a cataract can grow more quickly.

Cataract surgery is highly successful in treating cataracts and restoring vision.

Dr Reece Hall uses the latest modern micro-incisional techniques.  There are a choice of different lens available to suit your needs, including lenses to treat astigmatism (Toric Intraocular lenses) and lenses to give distance and reading vision.

Some patients may choose to combine cataract surgery with laser surgery to maximise independence from glasses.

Cataract surgery with Dr Reece Hall is available at:

•   Bowen Hospital (Wellington)
•   Southern Cross Hospital (Wellington)
•   Crest Hospital (Palmerston North)
•   Kapiti Day Hospital (Paraparaumu)

Book your cataract assessment by phoning
0800-MY-20-20 (0800-69-20-20)