About
Higgins Street Specialist Practice was established in 1980 to provide Penrith with local ophthalmologists and psychiatrists.
Initially a specialist ophthalmic service at Woodriffe St, Penrith, we expanded to include a psychiatric facility in 1982. Our practice moved to our current purpose-built premises in 1987.
Ophthalmology
Services
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Cataract surgery
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Injections for macular diseases
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Glaucoma treatment
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Retinal surgery
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Management of diabetic eye disease
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Day Surgery
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OCT-A Zeiss Angio-Plex (OCT Angiohrpahy)
Psychiatry Services
We have three consultant psychiatrists who provide a range of general psychiatry services.
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Our skilled psychiatrists are well-versed with medico-legal assessment as well as veteran's assessment. They are able to provide comprehensive
Head of Vitreoretinal surgery at Westmead Hospital
Australian Member of the Order (AM) recipient
Specialist in Vitreo-Retinal Diseases
Dr. Jay Chandra
Dr. Jay Chandra received a Member of the Order (AM) for his work as an ophthalmologist and to the international community through eye care programs
