Cataract Surgery for Regional Victorian Patients
Northern Eye Consultants in Bundoora is directly accessible from the Metropolitan Ring Road — for patients travelling from regional Victoria, there is no need to continue into the CBD.
Patients travelling from regional Victoria for cataract surgery or specialist eye care do not need to travel all the way into central Melbourne. Northern Eye Consultants is located at Northpark Private Hospital in Bundoora — directly accessible from the Metropolitan Ring Road, making it one of the most convenient specialist eye practices in Melbourne for patients coming from the north.
Why Bundoora Is Easier to Reach Than the CBD
For patients travelling down the Hume Freeway from regional Victoria, Bundoora is reached directly via the Metropolitan Ring Road — well before central Melbourne. Connecting via the Ring Road avoids city traffic, CBD parking, and the additional 30–45 minutes it typically takes to continue into the city centre.
This matters for regional patients in practical terms: shorter travel time, simpler parking directly at the hospital, and a more predictable journey — particularly valuable when patients are already managing reduced vision or attending with a support person or driver.
We regularly see patients travelling from towns including Seymour, Shepparton, Wangaratta, Benalla, Euroa, Kilmore, Wallan, Yea, and Alexandra, as well as further afield from Bendigo and the broader Goulburn Valley and Hume regions.
Specialist Eye Care and Surgery in One Location
Northern Eye Consultants brings together seven FRANZCO-certified subspecialty ophthalmologists at a single Bundoora location, covering cataract surgery, corneal disease, glaucoma, medical retina, vitreoretinal surgery, neuro-ophthalmology, and oculoplastic surgery. For regional patients, this means most ophthalmic conditions can be assessed and managed without needing referral to multiple practices across the city.
Cataract surgery is performed on-site at Northpark Private Hospital — the same building as our consulting rooms. Patients do not need to travel to a separate day surgery facility for their procedure, simplifying the logistics of a single trip from regional Victoria.
Making the Most of a Trip to Melbourne
For patients travelling a significant distance, minimising the number of trips required matters. Where clinically appropriate, our team works to combine consultation, diagnostic testing (including optical biometry for cataract surgery), and pre-operative assessment within a single visit, reducing the need for multiple journeys into Melbourne ahead of surgery.
Patients and referring practitioners are welcome to discuss appointment scheduling in advance to plan a visit that minimises travel.
Referring Regional Patients
GPs and optometrists in regional Victoria can refer patients to Northern Eye Consultants in the same way as any Melbourne-based referral. We welcome referrals for routine and complex cataract cases, as well as the full range of subspecialty ophthalmic conditions managed by our team.
Referrals can be sent by fax or email, and our reception team can assist with coordinating appointment timing for patients travelling from out of town.
Phone: (03) 9466 8822
Fax: (03) 9466 8833
Email: desk@northeye.com.au
Address: Suite 5, Northpark Private Hospital, 135 Plenty Road, Bundoora VIC 3083
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to travel into central Melbourne for cataract surgery?
No. Northern Eye Consultants at Northpark Private Hospital in Bundoora provides the full range of subspecialty eye care including cataract surgery without requiring a trip into the CBD. Bundoora is directly accessible from the Metropolitan Ring Road — for patients travelling from regional Victoria on the Hume Freeway, it is reached well before central Melbourne, saving 30–45 minutes of additional travel each way.
How do I get to Northern Eye Consultants from the Hume Freeway?
From the Hume Freeway, take the Metropolitan Ring Road westbound and exit at Plenty Road south. Northern Eye Consultants is located at Northpark Private Hospital, 135 Plenty Road, Bundoora — on the right-hand side at the corner of Plenty Road and Greenhills Road. Ample parking is available directly on site at no charge.
Can cataract surgery be done in one visit if I'm travelling from regional Victoria?
Where clinically appropriate, our team works to combine consultation, optical biometry, and pre-operative assessment within a single visit to minimise the number of trips required. Surgery is then scheduled for a separate visit. Patients travelling from regional Victoria are encouraged to mention this when booking so our reception team can arrange an appointment plan that suits their situation.
Do you accept referrals from regional GPs and optometrists?
Yes. Northern Eye Consultants welcomes referrals from GPs and optometrists across regional Victoria for cataract surgery and all subspecialty ophthalmic conditions managed by our team. Referrals can be sent by fax to (03) 9466 8833, by email to desk@northeye.com.au, or via HealthLink (EDI: nthneyec).
Where is the surgery performed?
Cataract surgery is performed at Northpark Private Hospital, which is co-located with our consulting rooms at 135 Plenty Road, Bundoora. Patients do not need to travel to a separate surgical facility — consultation, pre-operative assessment, and surgery all take place at the same Bundoora site.
Book a Consultation
If you or your patient is travelling from regional Victoria for cataract surgery or specialist eye care, contact Northern Eye Consultants to arrange a consultation at our Bundoora rooms — directly accessible from the Hume Freeway via the Metropolitan Ring Road.
Northern Eye Consultants is a specialist ophthalmology practice operating from Northpark Private Hospital, Bundoora. Our seven FRANZCO-certified ophthalmologists provide the full spectrum of surgical and medical eye care, with surgery performed on-site, to patients across Melbourne's northern suburbs and regional Victoria.