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Southern Eye Specialists provide regular Insights and Updates for our readers. These newsletters are valuable resources for New Zealand’s optometrists and GPs.

Meet Ernest Smolej – Refractive Orthoptist
February 13, 2025
Our orthoptist Ernest works alongside the surgery team to help patients achieve their goal of unimpeded, clear vision.

Does laser eye surgery hurt?
January 10, 2025
Our team answers one of the most commonly asked questions about laser eye surgery.

Should I stay or should I go… get laser eye surgery?
December 18, 2024
Read on for our 100% non-biased list of top ten reasons for making a change (or not)

Meet Victor Ramirez – Laser Coordinator
October 14, 2024
Victor Ramirez joins the Southern Eye Specialists Laser team in an essential coordinating role.

The tech behind the treatment
June 5, 2024
Offering improved speed and comfort, the Visumax 800 adds some bonus efficiencies for our team too.

Is it okay to blink during laser eye surgery?
June 2, 2024
We are sometimes asked if blinking will be an issue during an eye exam or procedure – and it’s an especially common question for those looking at undergoing laser surgery.