Laser Eye Surgeon

Dr Tony Chen

MBChB, MMed, FRANZCO

As a leading refractive surgeon in Sydney, Dr Tony Chen transforms lives through tailored vision correction solutions, helping patients achieve independence from glasses and contacts.

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Biography

Dr Tony Chen is a comprehensive refractive surgeon with subspecialist fellowship training in Cataract and Refractive surgery, manual small-incision cataract surgery (MSICS) and Medical Retina. He specialises in refractive (laser) surgery and premium cataract/lens surgery, and in retinal conditions such as macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease and retinal vein occlusions, making him a highly sought-after refractive surgeon.

Dr Chen takes pride in keeping up-to-date with the evidence and latest advances in ophthalmology and is actively involved in research. He has written several publications and has presented at multiple conferences. He has also been involved in the training of future Ophthalmologists as a former Clinical Associate Lecturer and current Adjunct Lecturer at the University of New South Wales. Besides English, Dr Chen is fluent in Chinese, Mandarin, Taiwanese and basic Cantonese.

Experience

After graduating in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Otago, New Zealand and completing Master of Medicine (Ophthalmic Science) at the University of Sydney, Dr Chen underwent specialist ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital. He further completed a fellowship in comprehensive ophthalmology as the Senior Registrar at Royal North Shore Hospital in Sydney.

Dr Chen then travelled abroad to complete three further subspecialty fellowships, solidifying his expertise as a refractive surgeon, including Medical Retina (Taiwan), Cataract and Refractive Surgery (Australia), and MSICS (Solomon Islands, Alice Springs NT). He was awarded the prestigious Sydney Eye Hospital Alumni Association Travelling Scholarship.

As a dedicated refractive surgeon, Dr. Chen is committed to providing a personalized and compassionate patient experience. He believes in clear communication, ensuring every patient fully understands their treatment options so they can make confident decisions about their vision.”

Education & Institute

Dr. Tony Chen’s medical training includes studies at the University of Otago in New Zealand and the University of Sydney. He has further cultivated his expertise through his work at renowned institutions, including the Sydney Eye Hospital and Royal North Shore Hospital.

University of Otago, New Zealand

University of Sydney

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Royal North Shore Hospital

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