SEHF

20/08/2026

We're delighted to welcome back Dr Elishai Assayag for a second year as our Glaucoma Neuro-Ophthalmology Fellow at Sydney Eye Hospital.

After completing his first Fellowship year at Sydney Eye Hospital, Dr Assayag is continuing to build his expertise in glaucoma and neuro-ophthalmology through advanced clinical training, surgery, teaching and research.

"In this second year of fellowship, I hope to continue developing my clinical and surgical skills in the management of complex glaucoma and neuro ophthalmology cases."

Dr Assayag chose Sydney Eye Hospital because it provides the opportunity to "work with and learn from top-level consultants" in both specialties.

His Fellowship journey has also been a family one. During their time in Australia, Dr Assayag, his partner and their three children have embraced the opportunity to experience a new culture, create lasting memories and make the most of their second year in Sydney.

We're especially grateful to our donors whose support makes ongoing Fellowship opportunities like this possible.

"I want to thank the donors for their support, because it wouldn't be possible without them."

Thank you for helping talented clinicians like Dr Assayag continue their training, research and professional development—creating benefits that extend far beyond Sydney Eye Hospital.

18/08/2026

Quality healthcare should be accessible to everyone.

A new $20,000 Critical Care Fund grant will help improve cultural safety for Aboriginal patients while supporting people travelling from regional NSW with transport, accommodation and carer assistance.

The initiative reflects our commitment to improving health equity and ensuring specialist eye care is accessible regardless of location or circumstance.

Thank you to every donor helping make initiatives like this possible.

13/08/2026

Please join us in welcoming Dr Niki Ho Wai Wye, our new Honorary Oculoplastic Fellow at Sydney Eye Hospital.

Originally from Malaysia, Dr Niki completed ophthalmology training at the National University of Malaysia and worked as an ophthalmologist and lecturer before commencing the fellowship.

Dr Niki's subspecialty is oculoplastic surgery, with a particular interest in managing eyelid disorders that affect both visual function and quality of life.

"I am especially interested in functional eyelid surgery. I find great satisfaction in restoring eyelid function, protecting the ocular surface, and improving patients' visual function and daily activities through individualized surgical care."

Throughout the fellowship year, Dr Niki hopes to refine surgical skills, learn from experienced mentors and strengthen involvement in evidence-based practice. Long term, the goal is to advance oculoplastic services in Malaysia while contributing to academic ophthalmology through teaching, mentoring and research.

We are grateful to our donors whose support makes opportunities like this possible. Through the Fellowship Program, emerging leaders in ophthalmology can further develop their skills and knowledge, benefiting patients and eye care services far beyond Sydney.

11/08/2026

Understanding your healthcare shouldn't depend on the language you speak.

Sydney Eye Hospital Foundation is proud to fund the next stage of the Eyes on Sydney patient education series.

A new $22,125 grant will translate our patient education videos into Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, Arabic, Greek and Russian, helping more than 70,000 patients better understand their care before arriving at Sydney Eye Hospital.

Accessible information reduces anxiety, improves confidence and supports better health outcomes.

Because everyone deserves to feel informed.

10/08/2026

Huge congratulations to Kayla Gallen on completing the 2026 City2Surf! 🏃🏻‍♀️🎉

What an incredible achievement. We're so grateful to Kayla for taking on this iconic event and fundraising for the Sydney Eye Hospital Foundation along the way.

Thanks to the generosity of her supporters, Kayla has helped raise vital funds to support sight-saving research, equipment, education and patient care at Sydney Eye Hospital.

If you'd still like to support Kayla's fundraising efforts, there's still time to donate via her fundraising page: https://city2surf26.grassrootz.com/sydney-eye-hospital-foundation/kayla-gallen

Thank you, Kayla, for going the distance for eye health. We're cheering you on every step of the way! 💙👏

08/08/2026

Let's give a special cheer to Kayla Gallen today as she tackles Heartbreak Hill and heads towards the finish line of the 2026 City2Surf! 🏃🏻‍♀️

It's not too late to donate to support Kayla and her fundraising efforts for the Sydney Eye Hospital Foundation. If you'd like to donate, you can visit her fundraising page here: https://city2surf26.grassrootz.com/sydney-eye-hospital-foundation/kayla-gallen

Go, Kayla! 💙

The Voltaren City2Surf is set to return to Australian screens this Sunday with a live broadcast on 9Now and the City2Surf YouTube channel 📺

From elite racing at the front of the field to the incredible stories that make City2Surf what it is, we'll be sharing the atmosphere of Australia's most iconic fun run with a bigger audience than ever before!

We can't wait to welcome tens of thousands of participants back to Sydney's most spectacular course and share the experience with viewers everywhere.

Watch the race live on 9Now from 7am AEST Sunday 9 August 2026. Link: https://www.9now.com.au/city2surf

06/08/2026

Please join us in welcoming Dr Louis Han, our new Honorary Dr Eddie Donaldson Vitreoretinal Fellow at Sydney Eye Hospital.

Dr Han studied Medicine at the University of Otago and completed ophthalmology training through the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists network, working across Christchurch, Dunedin and Auckland. Prior to moving to Sydney, he completed a vitreoretinal fellowship at Christchurch Hospital.

His clinical interests include surgical retina, secondary lens implants, endophthalmitis management, and diabetic eye disease.

Dr Han says he chose Sydney Eye Hospital because "Sydney Eye Hospital's vitreoretinal service is one of the busiest in this part of the world. With abundant learning opportunities and world-renowned surgeons as mentors, it was an easy choice to pursue the fellowship here."

Following the fellowship, Dr Han plans to return to New Zealand to work in a public hospital, helping address the growing demand for retinal surgeons and improve vitreoretinal services across Christchurch and the South Island.

We're grateful to our donors who make opportunities like this possible through the Sydney Eye Hospital Foundation Fellowship Program.

04/08/2026

A heartfelt thank you to artists Ralph Kerle and Lee Scarfino for generously gifting their artwork to Sydney Eye Hospital as part of a recent staff room refurbishment made possible through donor support.

These beautiful works have transformed the space, creating an inspiring environment for staff, trainees and visitors while becoming part of the hospital's rich history.

As Dr Con Petsoglou reflected during the installation:

|"Every single eye doctor in Australia and New Zealand comes here every year for training. They come into this space, they see the history, and they feel the history. Your artwork here on the walls is going to become part of that history."

Sydney Eye Hospital has long been at the forefront of ophthalmology training, and generations of future eye specialists will spend time in this space. Thanks to Ralph and Lee's generosity, these artworks will be part of that experience for years to come.

Thank you for helping create a welcoming and meaningful place for those dedicated to preserving sight and changing lives.

30/07/2026

An international research study estimated that 23% to 60% of people with glaucoma either don't use their prescribed eye drops or don't administer them correctly.

That's why the Sydney Eye Hospital Foundation supported the development of the Living with Glaucoma Sydney Eyedrop App.

Available free on both Apple and Android devices, the 'Sydney EyeDrop' app provides a simple, user-friendly reminder system to help patients stay on track with their eye drop medications and better manage their glaucoma treatment.

Have you tried the app? We'd love to hear your feedback in the comments.

You can also hear from Kim Gardiner, who brings a unique perspective as both an optometrist and a person living with glaucoma. Watch Kim's story 🎥: https://youtu.be/FQLl_RAuzM0?si=t1inAq8hTO-2RI7X

28/07/2026

👀 On World Sight Day, we cast a spotlight on the importance of eye care and encourage everyone to .

Join us on Thursday, 8 October 2026, and be part of focusing the worlds’ attention on eye care that is accessible, available and affordable to all.

If your organisation would like to be involved by hosting a stall at Sydney Eye Hospital, Fountain Courtyard, we’d love to hear from you.

➡️More information at https://www.sydneyeyehospitalfoundation.org.au/event/community-open-day--sydney-eye-hospital/

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