Our team of highly experienced Ophthalmologists understands that your eyes and vision are irreplaceable. Each of our experienced Ophthalmologists are highly regarded by their peers, both locally and internationally. Our Ophthalmologists are involved with clinical research, education and provide high quality and best practice care for our patients. Please take the time to read through each of their profiles to find out more about their areas of speciality.
Our Ophthalmologists
Dr Nandor Jaross
Special Interests
- Medical retina
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Dry eyes
Qualifications
- MD (Hons), Medical University of Debrecen, Hungary 1983
- Awarded Specialist Ophthalmology qualfication, Hungary 1987
- PhD in Medicine, Adelaide University 2003
- FRANZCO awarded in 2006
Consulting Locations & Days
- Wyndham: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday's
- Bacchus Marsh: Monday
Dr Dustin Pomerleau
Special Interests
- Ocular inflammation (uveitis)
- Vitreo retinal
- Ocular oncology
- Macular degeneration
- Surgical repair of retinal detachment
- Retinal imaging
- Retinal manifestations of systemic disease
Qualfications
- MD
- FRANZCO
- Completed his ophthalmology specialist training at California Pacific Medical Center, San Francisco
- Medical retina fellowship at Duke University and a vitreo-retinal fellowship at the University of Alabama
Positions Held
- Consultant at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital (RVEEH)
Research
- Focused on retinal imaging, retinal manifestations of systemic disease, and improved outcomes in diabetic retinopathy,
macular degeneration and the surgical repair of retinal detachment.
Consulting Locations & Days
- Wyndham: Wednesday
- Bacchus Marsh: Thursday
Dr Dina El Sayed
Special Interests
- Strabismus
- Paediatric Ophthalmology
- Neuro-Ophthalmology
- Cataract
- Retinal diseases
Qualifications
- MD
- PhD
- FRANZCO
Dr Dina El Sayed is an experienced ophthalmologist with special interests in Paediatric Ophthalmology, Neuro-Ophthalmology, and Strabismus (ocular motility or squint). Dina has over a decade experience in Paediatric Ophthalmology and also undertook a prestigious ocular motility fellowship at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in 2016.
Over the course of her career, Dina has developed expertise in strabismus surgeries, the management of complex paediatric cataract cases, and screening for retinopathy of prematurity (ROP). Additionally, Dr Dina diagnoses and manages a range of general eye conditions including retinal diseases, ocular surface and corneal disease, and Neuro-Ophthalmology cases.
Dina also has a passion for education, being a specialist lecturer of Paediatric Ophthalmology for over 10 years at Alexandria University. During her time at Alexandria University, Dina thoroughly enjoyed teaching and examining undergraduate and postgraduate students studying Ophthalmology.
With a keen interest in research surrounding Paediatric Ophthalmology and strabismus, Dina has co-authored several journal articles. Most recently, Dr El Sayed’s research has focused on vertical muscle transpositions without lateral rectus weakening for the treatment of exotropic patients with an adduction deficit.
Dr El Sayed strives to provide her patients with the best possible ophthalmic care through her dedication to the profession and personable nature. Dina is fluent in English and Arabic and is happy to conduct consultations in Arabic.
Consulting Locations & Days
- Wyndham: Mondays - 3 per month
Dr Christine Tangas
Special Interests
- Eye specialist and surgeon
- General ophthalmologist with a particular interest and expertise in cataract surgery and the use of premium toric and
multifocal implants to correct astigmatism and presbyopia in suitable cases
Qualifications
- MBBS, University of Melbourne
- FRANZCO
- FRACS
- Trained in ophthalmology at the Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital (RVEEH) and Moorfields Eye Hospital, London
Positions Held
- Clinical Lead, Surgical Ophthalmology at RVEEH
- Fellow of University of Melbourne's Department of Ophthalmology for 10 years
Consulting Location & Days
- Wyndham: Monday (and once a month on Tuesday)
Dr Rahman Nazari
Special Interests
- Cataract surgeon and general ophthalmologist specialising in vitreo-retinal (VR)
- Extensive experience in ophthalmic surgery
Qualifications
- MD (Hons), Tehran University Medical School
- FRANZCO
- 2009 completed ophthalmology training at Farabi Eye Hospital
- 18 months subspecialty training in retinal diseases and vitreo-retinal surgeries in Tehran
Dr Nazari is a General Ophthalmologist with subspecialist training in Medical Retina. He has special interest in managing Diabetic Retinopathy and Age Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD) . Dr Nazari is also an experienced Cataract Surgeon who has done thousands of Cataract surgeries with excellent outcomes.
Consulting Locations & Days
- Wyndham: Tuesday
- Bacchus Marsh: Tuesday & Wednesday
Dr. Mohamed Elnahrawy
Special Interests
- Cataract Surgery
- Glaucoma
- Refractive Surgery (Laser vision correction)
- Keratoconus management (crosslinking)
Qualifications
- MD
- PhD
- FRANZCO
Dr Mohamed Elnahrawy specialises in Glaucoma management including surgical options. He is an experienced Cataract surgeon using toric and multifocal intraocular lenses. He is a refractive surgeon with a PhD in refractive surgery. He is offering corneal crosslinking at our Wyndham practice.
Consulting Locations & Days
- Wyndham: Friday weekly
- Bacchus Marsh: Wednesday weekly
Our Orthoptists
Orthoptists are university-trained, allied health care practitioners who work closely with our team of Ophthalmologists. They may perform eye tests and help with a range of diagnostic screening procedures so that your treating Opthalmologist can evaluate your eye condition appropriately. Our Orthoptists may also assist with procedures at our centre's.
Our Administrative team
Together we work as a team to understand the needs of our patients. We have developed efficient practice management systems to facilitate the delivery of support services to our patients, Orthoptists and Ophthalmologists. Our adminstrative support team includes:
- Medical Receptionists
- Theatre Booking Officers