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Health professionals

 ​In Australia, the health professionals involved in the care of children with cataracts and their families are ophthalmologists, orthoptists and optometrists and their support staff.  (See Glossary).

Cataract Kids Australia provides a focal point for health professionals and support staff involved in this area, as well as supporting family engagement in the cataract journey.   For a listing of registered health professionals providing low vision services to children see our Resources page. 
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​We have a Memorandum of Understanding with Orthoptics Australia to work together to deliver a uniform message to the public, the professions, government, and other stakeholders on matters concerning children with cataracts.

Referral guidelines

  • Perth Children's Hospital
  • Queensland Children's Hospital
  • Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne
  • SA Health

Events

Events relevant to clinicians, researchers and families are listed here.  Please let us know about forthcoming events we can list. ​
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How you can help

  • If a child presents with signs of a possible cataract - refer for urgent examination by an ophthalmologist.  
  • Tell families about our monthly online meet-ups. 
  • Refer client families to our website and Facebook page
  • Give families our flyer and list of patching stockists
  • Share the 'Glint or Squint' resource to promote early help seeking around potential eye disorders
  • The Renwick Centre podcasts are a great professional development resource. 
  • Join the conversation on Twitter
  • Let us know what other resources your patients need
  • Encourage and support families of children with bilateral cataracts to join the Australian Childhood VI Register 
  • Connect client families with us (see Contact page)
Cataract Kids Australia Ltd 2022
  • Home
  • About Us
    • Events
    • Policies
  • Information
    • Diagnosis
    • Cataracts and their treatment
    • Tips and tricks
    • Glossary
  • Media
  • Our stories
  • Resources and support
    • Microgrants for families
    • Microgrant Application Form
  • Research
  • Health Professionals
  • Contact & Donate