Neuro-ophthalmology combines neurology and ophthalmology to focus on the diagnosis and treatment of complicated vision disorders or problems related to the brain, optic nerve and eye muscles.
Key points
- This clinic is MBS billed
- Appointments are available in person or via Telehealth
What we do
Neuro-ophthalmology is a combination of two specialties: Neurology and Ophthalmology.
It focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of complicated vision disorders of the brain, optic nerve and eye muscles. We see individuals with visual problems related to these structures.
We assess patients with motor or sensory neuro-ophthalmological problems.
Who can use our service
This clinic is suitable for:
- Adults (aged 18 years or over)
- Patients with visual loss related to optic nerve disease or unexplained and seen by an ophthalmologist/optometrist
- Patients with binocular diplopia
- Patients with swollen optic nerves
- Patients with a suspicion of idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Patient with abnormal eye movements - Nystagmus / saccadic intrusions
- Patients with pupil abnormalities
- Patients with ptosis
This clinic is not suitable for:
- Paediatric patients
- Patients with monocular diplopia
- Patients with vision loss and has not seen an ophthalmologist/optometrist
Referrals
We accept GP and specialist referrals:
- Use the RMH referral form or a template from your own system
- Complete and fax your referral to Specialist Clinics (Outpatients) on (03) 9342 4234
We do not accept email referrals.
What to include in your referral
As outlined by the Department of Health, referral requests should include:
- Patient demographic information
- Referrer demographic information
- Reason for referral
- Presenting problem
- Service(s) requested
- Required referral information specified by statewide or local referral criteria
- Current patient management
- Impact of the problem on the patient
- Name of the consultant and provider number (for Medicare clinics)
- Investigation reports related to the referral
Urgent and after-hours support
Referrals are triaged based on priority. In an emergency, patients can go to the Emergency & Trauma Service at any time.
For advice, urgent referrals and out of hours support, call The RMH Switchboard on (03) 9342 7000 to page our registrar on call.
HealthPathways Melbourne provides guidance on best practice assessment and management of common medical conditions, including when and where to refer patients.
Parkville Connect is a secure web-based portal providing GPs, specialists and other health professionals with information in the Parkville electronic medical record (EMR).
Need to change or cancel your appointment?
Do one of the following:
- Access Health Hub to change the appointment yourself
- Complete our online form and we'll change it for you
- Call Specialist Clinics (Outpatients) on (03) 9342 7393 and we'll help you over the phone
What to bring
Every time you come
Every time you come in for a test, day procedure, surgery or treatment, you should bring:
- Medicare card
- Health Care card (if you have one)
- Concession card (if you have one)
- Adverse drug alert card (if you have one)
- Medications you are currently taking, including any that you have bought without a prescription
- X-ray films, scans, ultrasounds or any other test results you have which are related to your procedure
- Private health insurance card (if you want to use it)
- Aids (glasses, hearing aid, walking frame)
For a clinic appointment
If you come for a clinic appointment, you should also bring:
- Your appointment letter
- Any special items listed on your letter
- Your appointment book (if relevant)
- TAC or WorkCover claim number
Interpreters and cultural support
We provide qualified, professional interpreters to help you communicate with us at any time during your stay and at your clinic appointments.
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300 Grattan St, Parkville, Victoria