Eye Treatments and Conditions
Dr Stephenie Tiew provides comprehensive medical and surgical management for a wide range of eye conditions. As a general ophthalmologist with advanced triple fellowship training, she delivers precise, evidence-based care tailored to each patient's visual needs.
Treatments are available at her primary practice, Alliance Eye Clinic in Prahran, as well as multiple consulting locations across Melbourne.
Cataract Surgery and Lens Procedures
Micro-Incision Cataract Surgery
A day-procedure technique that uses small incisions to remove the cloudy lens and replace it with an artificial one, promoting a faster recovery.
Customised Intraocular Lenses (IOLs):
Selection of monofocal, toric, extended depth of focus lenses, multifocal lenses and phakic lenses (including the implantable collamer lenses) based on your specific optical needs and lifestyle goals.
Refractive Lens Exchange
An alternative vision correction option for patients who may not be suitable candidates for traditional laser eye surgery.
Glaucoma Management
Medical, laser and minimally invasive surgical treatment options for glaucoma, including selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT), YAG peripheral iridotomy, iStent and Hydrus.
Combined treatment with cataract or lens-based surgery may also be considered where appropriate.
Corneal and External Eye Diseases
The cornea is the clear surface at the front of the eye. Conditions affecting the cornea can cause pain, irritation, and significant vision changes.
- Laser Vision Correction: Assessment and treatment options to reduce dependence on glasses or contact lenses, tailored to your vision needs and suitability for surgery.
- Keratoconus: Management and monitoring of corneal thinning and distortion, including collagen cross-linking (CXL), to help stabilise vision and slow progression.
- Pterygium Surgery: Surgical removal of fleshy growths on the clear surface of the eye to relieve chronic redness, irritation, and visual blockages.
- Dry Eye Disease and Blepharitis: Targeted therapies to manage tear film dysfunction, ocular inflammation, and eyelid hygiene.
- Corneal Dystrophies and Erosions: Clinical management of recurrent, painful surface breakdowns and inherited corneal disorders.
Paediatric Ophthalmology
Children require specialised assessments to ensure their visual pathways develop correctly. Dr Tiew manages developmental and structural eye issues in infants and children.
Myopia Management
Personalised myopia management plans for children aged 6 - 10, developed in collaboration with your optometrist, to help slow the progression of short-sightedness and support long-term eye health.
Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)
Early intervention pathways, including patching or corrective lenses, to stimulate proper visual development.
Strabismus (Squint or Turned Eye)
Evaluation and treatment of misaligned eyes to help children develop normal binocular vision.
Paediatric Vision Assessments
Comprehensive screenings to detect high refractive errors, focusing issues, or congenital eye conditions early in childhood.
About Dr Stephenie Tiew
Dr Stephenie Tiew is a Melbourne-based ophthalmologist dedicated to providing expert, personalised eye care. With extensive specialist training in Victoria, including fellowship and clinical appointments at the Royal Children's Hospital and the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, she combines clinical excellence with a compassionate, patient-centred approach. Dr Stephenie Tiew was honoured with the 2025 Noel and Imelda Foster Award in recognition of her outstanding leadership and contribution to the Eye and Ear. She is known for building strong relationships with patients and referring practitioners through clear communication and trusted clinical advice.
Glaucoma and Chronic Eye Management
Chronic eye conditions often develop slowly without early symptoms. Regular monitoring and proactive treatment are essential to prevent permanent vision loss.
- Glaucoma Management: Intraocular pressure monitoring, specialized eye drops, and laser therapies to protect the optic nerve from irreversible damage.
- Macular Degeneration: Ongoing tracking and management of age-related macular changes to preserve central vision.
- Diabetic Retinopathy Screening: Detailed retinal examinations for patients with diabetes to detect and manage blood vessel changes before they impact sight.
- General Eye Symptoms: Investigative care for sudden vision changes, flashes of light, new floaters, or unexplained eye pain.
Referrals and Appointments
A valid referral from a general practitioner or optometrist is required to claim the relevant Medicare rebates for your consultation.
Dr Tiew consults primarily at Alliance Eye Clinic in Prahran, with additional appointment availability at clinics in Altona Meadows, Bentleigh, Bundoora, and Wonthaggi.
Central Bookings and Enquiries: 03 7053 8810
Main Private Rooms: Suite 8, Floor 1, 54-56 Commercial Road, Prahran, VIC, 3181
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