Ophthalmology
Specialist care for vision and eye health
St Vincent’s Lismore is the designated Eye Hospital for the Northern Rivers Region.
This specialised Ophthalmology service includes complete surgical and medical treatment for all intra and extra ocular conditions in both adults and children.
A separate 2nd stage recovery area is located within the Day Surgery Unit.
Nurses trained in ophthalmic care also provide guidance for patients to confidently continue eye care at home.
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History on the Rivers
In June this year our very own Director of Mission, Joe Pereira visited the ABC North Coast Studio to chat with Bridie Tanner .
Exciting update for St Vincent’s Lismore
In August last year, we were thrilled to announce significant developments at St Vincent’s as we embarked on a new journey to enhance our services and expand our reach in the community.
Outstanding Accreditation Results
We are proud to report St Vincent’s received a perfect score across all safety and quality standards in its recent ACHS health standards review. Three assessors over three days, and the hospital demonstrated compliance across eight National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards with zero unmet requirements, and no recommendations.
Successful EA Agreement for Nurses
Good News! In December last year a deal was voted up by St Vincent’s nursing staff to approve a proposed Enterprise Bargaining Agreement which was hailed by the nurse’s union as a solid offer, and acknowledged by nurses as a good deal.