Cataract Surgeon Northern Suburbs Melbourne
Northern Eye Consultants in Bundoora is one of Melbourne's largest subspecialist eye practices, providing cataract surgery for patients across the northern suburbs and regional Victoria.
Northern Eye Consultants in Bundoora is one of Melbourne's largest subspecialist eye practices, providing cataract surgery for patients across the northern suburbs and regional Victoria. The practice operates from Northpark Private Hospital, Bundoora, with a team of seven FRANZCO-qualified ophthalmologists covering cataract surgery, corneal disease, medical retina, glaucoma, and oculoplastics under one roof.
Serving Patients Across Melbourne's Northern Suburbs
Northern Eye Consultants sees patients from across Melbourne's north, including Bundoora, Heidelberg, Ivanhoe, Rosanna, Preston, Reservoir, Thomastown, Epping, Whittlesea, Greensborough, Diamond Creek, Eltham, Montmorency, Watsonia, Macleod, Viewbank, Plenty, South Morang, Mill Park, Lalor, Kingsbury, Bellfield, Alphington, and Northcote.
The practice is located on the Plenty Road corridor with direct access from the Metropolitan Ring Road and Hume Freeway, making it accessible for patients travelling from the outer north and regional Victoria as well as the inner northern suburbs.
Cataract Surgery at Northpark Private Hospital
All cataract surgery at Northern Eye Consultants is performed at cataract surgery at Northpark Private Hospital, Bundoora. Northpark is a fully accredited private hospital with a dedicated ophthalmic theatre suite. Patients benefit from day surgery with same-day discharge in most cases.
Private health insurance is accepted. Patients without private health insurance may be seen as self-funded patients. Medicare rebates apply to the consultation and surgical fees. Your surgeon will provide a full cost estimate at the time of your consultation.
For patients unsure whether their symptoms warrant specialist assessment, a guide on how to know if you need cataract surgery is available at corneaeyedoctor.com.
Our Cataract Surgeons
Dr Ross MacIntyre is a subspecialist ophthalmologist and Practice Director of Northern Eye Consultants. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Brown University (an Ivy League medical school) and subspecialty fellowship training in cornea, complex cataract, and refractive surgery at the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins University, one of the world's leading eye institutes. He holds a Diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology, FRANZCO, and a public staff specialist appointment at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital.
Dr MacIntyre has performed over 7,000 cataract surgeries and more than 10,000 ophthalmic surgical procedures. He operates on routine and complex cataract cases including dense and mature cataracts, eyes with previous refractive surgery, pseudoexfoliation syndrome, posterior polar cataracts, and combined cataract and corneal transplant procedures. He is a RANZCO RACE Examiner and Examiner in Chief for the Melbourne Clinical Examination, and trains ophthalmology registrars and fellows.
Dr Xavier Fagan is a co-director of Northern Eye Consultants and a subspecialist ophthalmologist with fellowship training in medical retina and ocular inflammatory disorders. He holds FRANZCO and was awarded the K G Howsam Medal. Dr Fagan performs routine and complex cataract surgery at Northpark Private Hospital and brings additional subspecialty expertise in medical retina and ocular inflammatory disease to the management of patients with coexisting retinal conditions. He is a Clinical Lecturer at the University of Melbourne and holds a public appointment at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital.
A GP or optometrist referral is required. Referrals can be sent to Northern Eye Consultants, Northpark Private Hospital, Bundoora. For guidance on what the pre-operative consultation involves and what to bring, see Dr MacIntyre's post on what to expect at your cataract surgery consultation.
Credentials
- BA (Chemistry), Colgate University
- MD, New York Medical College
- Diplomate, American Board of Ophthalmology
- FRANZCO, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists
- Fellowship: Cornea, Complex Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins University
- Fellowship: Cornea, Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital
- Staff Specialist, Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital
- 7,000+ cataract surgeries performed
- RANZCO RACE Examiner since 2019, Examiner in Chief — Melbourne Clinical Examination
Why Choose a Subspecialist for Cataract Surgery?
Not all cataract surgery is straightforward. Eyes with previous LASIK or PRK, dense or hypermature cataracts, pseudoexfoliation syndrome, shallow anterior chambers, corneal disease, or a history of retinal surgery all carry higher surgical risk and require specific technical experience.
A subspecialist with fellowship training in complex cataract surgery has managed these cases as a core part of their training, not as occasional exceptions. For patients with complicating factors, choosing a surgeon with documented complex cataract experience reduces risk and improves the likelihood of achieving the target visual outcome.
For patients with routine cataracts, the same subspecialist skill set applies to achieving the most accurate lens implant power calculation and the best possible refractive outcome. Our comprehensive cataract surgery guide covers what to expect from assessment through to recovery.
Premium Lens Implants for Northern Suburbs Patients
Northern Eye Consultants offers the full range of intraocular lens options including standard monofocal lenses, toric lenses for astigmatism correction, extended depth of focus lenses, and trifocal lenses. Lens selection is based on your eye measurements, corneal health, macular status, and visual goals.
Not every premium lens is appropriate for every eye. Your surgeon will give you a specific recommendation at your consultation rather than a generic list of options. For a full overview of lens types, see the intraocular lens options guide at corneaeyedoctor.com.
Standard Monofocal IOL
Medicare-listed lens. Corrects distance vision; reading glasses required for near tasks. Suitable for most patients.
Toric IOL
Corrects pre-existing astigmatism at the time of surgery. Substantially reduces post-operative astigmatism for suitable candidates.
Extended Depth of Focus (EDOF)
Provides a continuous range of vision from distance to intermediate. Fewer halos than multifocal designs. Well suited to computer users and drivers.
Trifocal IOL
Provides vision at distance, intermediate, and near. Maximises glasses independence for carefully selected patients with healthy eyes.
Subspecialty Services Available at the Same Practice
One of the advantages of a large subspecialist practice is that patients with more than one eye condition can be managed by the appropriate specialist at the same location. At Northern Eye Consultants, patients have access to medical retina and intravitreal injection therapy, glaucoma surgery and laser, corneal transplantation, oculoplastic surgery, and paediatric ophthalmology, all at Northpark Private Hospital, Bundoora.
This is particularly relevant for patients with cataract and co-existing conditions such as Fuchs endothelial dystrophy, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, or glaucoma, where the cataract surgeon and subspecialist can coordinate planning at the same site.
How to Refer a Patient for Cataract Surgery
GPs and optometrists can refer patients to Northern Eye Consultants for cataract assessment and surgery. Please address referrals to Dr Ross MacIntyre or the Northern Eye Consultants cataract team. Urgent referrals for rapidly progressive or complicated cataracts can be flagged as urgent in the referral letter.
For complex cataract cases including eyes with previous corneal surgery, pseudoexfoliation, or planned combined procedures, please specify the complexity in the referral so the appropriate surgical planning time can be allocated.
Phone: (03) 9466 8822
Fax: (03) 9466 8833
Email: desk@northeye.com.au
HealthLink EDI: nthneyec
Address: Suite 5, Northpark Private Hospital, 135 Plenty Road, Bundoora VIC 3083
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Northern Eye Consultants located?
Northern Eye Consultants is located at Northpark Private Hospital, Bundoora, in Melbourne's northern suburbs. The practice is accessible from the Metropolitan Ring Road and Plenty Road corridor.
Which northern suburbs does Northern Eye Consultants serve?
Northern Eye Consultants sees patients from across Melbourne's north including Bundoora, Heidelberg, Ivanhoe, Preston, Reservoir, Thomastown, Epping, Greensborough, Diamond Creek, Eltham, Watsonia, Mill Park, South Morang, Lalor, Whittlesea, and surrounding areas.
Do I need a referral for cataract surgery at Northern Eye Consultants?
Yes. A referral from your GP or optometrist is required to access Medicare rebates for your consultation and surgery. Referrals can be addressed to Northern Eye Consultants or to a specific surgeon if preferred.
Is cataract surgery covered by Medicare and private health insurance?
Medicare rebates apply to the consultation and surgical fees. Private health insurance covers the hospital and anaesthetic component. Patients without private health insurance may be treated as self-funded patients. A full cost estimate is provided at your consultation.
What subspecialty services are available at Northern Eye Consultants?
Northern Eye Consultants has seven FRANZCO-qualified ophthalmologists covering cataract surgery, corneal disease and transplantation, medical retina, glaucoma, and oculoplastics, all at Northpark Private Hospital, Bundoora.
Can Northern Eye Consultants manage complex cataract cases?
Yes. The practice has surgeons with subspecialty training in complex cataract surgery, including cases involving previous refractive surgery, pseudoexfoliation syndrome, corneal disease, and combined cataract and corneal transplant procedures.
Book a Cataract Consultation
Northern Eye Consultants operates from Northpark Private Hospital, Bundoora. A referral from your GP or optometrist is required to access Medicare rebates.
Seven FRANZCO-certified subspecialist ophthalmologists. Full range of surgical and medical eye care. Cataract surgery performed on-site at Northpark Private Hospital.