Needing to consider eye surgery can be stressful. The team at Lakeside understand that successful results start with ensuring their patients feel safe and confident in their care. Lakeside director, Dr. Justin Friebel, and the team take the time getting to know each of their patients and the issues affecting their eye health - creating a realistic treatment plan, and building a relationship of trust and confidence to ensure they approach surgery knowing they are in the best hands.
Lakeside Eye Surgery on Albert Road, South Melbourne is easily accessible via car, bike/pedestrian paths and tram.
Every care has been taken to provide patients a relaxing and calm environment, with the benefit of the latest information technology and medical equipment. Patients' comfort and care drives our approach at Lakeside.
Our Services
Cataract Surgery
Efficient day case surgery performed with light sedation and local anaesthetic to restore healthy vision.
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Oculoplastics
Cosmetic and reconstructive treatment of the eyelids, tear ducts, and eye sockets, helping you look and feel your best.
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Medical Retina
Expert care for conditions including macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusion, and central serous retinopathy.
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Surgical Retina
Specialised surgery for retinal detachment, macular holes, and Vitrectomy for floaters, focused on preserving vision and supporting long-term eye health.
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Meet the team
Dr Justin Friebel (Director)
MBBS Hons FRANZCO
Justin is a specialist ophthalmologist and subspecialist in oculoplastic surgery (eye and eyelid surgeon). He is experienced and successful in helping patients achieve optimal eye health and restored vision through a range of effective procedures.
Dr Jonathan Hyer
MBBS FRANZCO
Jonathan is a specialist ophthalmologist and subspecialist in oculoplastic and cataract surgery. At Lakeside, he treats blepharoplasty (eyelid reduction), ptosis, entropion and ectropion, tear duct conditions, eyelid skin lesions, orbital conditions and cataracts.
Dr Bryan Matthews
MBChB FRANZCO FRCOphth
Bryan is a specialist ophthalmologist and subspecialist in medical and surgical retina (vitreoretinal surgery). He is experienced and successful in helping patients manage complex conditions affecting the retina and vitreous.
