What this service does

The team in this service treats conditions related to the outside of the eyeball, including the cornea and sclera – the tough outer layer.

Conditions treated by clinicians in this service include keratoconus, corneal ulcers and infections, allergy, meibomian gland dysfunction and dry eyes. Surgeons perform different types of corneal surgery including transplants ( grafts).

Hospital optometrists provide a contact lens fitting service for medical and therapeutic need. This might include when vision cannot be improved with spectacles or for pain relief. The types of lenses we can fit include: RGP (Rigid Gas Permeable), Soft, Cosmetic, Scleral and Hybrid lenses.

Consultants who work in this service: Mr M Rashid, Mr A Turnbull

How do I make an appointment with this service?

You should see your GP or optician to assess your condition.  If he or she decides that your eye condition needs to be investigated by more specialist staff, they will arrange for you to have an outpatient appointment. If you choose to be treated at Bournemouth Ophthalmology Department, we will send you a letter confirming the date, time and location of your appointment with us. 

Other useful contacts

For treatment for urgent, sight-threatening problems and for issues that cannot wait for a routine appointment, your optician or GP can refer you to our Eye Emergency department in Royal Bournemouth Hospital.