“We are deeply committed to bringing together cutting-edge technology, the latest scientific evidence, and personalised care, to achieve the best possible results for every single patient.”
Dr Evan Wong was born in Scotland, grew up in Singapore and has spent all his adult life in Perth. He went to medical school at The University of Western Australia and subsequently completed specialist ophthalmology training with the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists. Dr Wong undertook a fellowship in cornea, cataract and refractive surgery at the Singapore National Eye Centre. During his time there, he was also a clinical research fellow in the tissue engineering and stem cell group at the Singapore Eye Research Institute.
Dr Wong specialises in the management of corneal and anterior segment disease, including cataract, pterygium, keratoconus, corneal infections and corneal dystrophies. He also specialises in refractive surgery, offering LASIK, refractive lenticule extraction (also known as SmartSight), ICL and PRK procedures. Dr Wong is actively involved in clinical research and has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and scientific reviews. He has also recently written a book chapter on small incision lenticule extraction in high myopia. Outside of work, he loves spending time with his wife and two daughters, and enjoys swimming and running.
Areas of clinical specialty
- Cornea surgery
- Cataract surgery
- Refractive surgery
Research interests
- Cell therapy for corneal endothelial dysfunction
- Neuropathic corneal pain
- Refractive surgery, including LASIK, ReLex, ICL and advanced surface ablation
Professional achievements
- 2021 RANZCO Trevalyn-Smith Travelling Scholarship
Teaching
- 2013, 2015 UWA Clinical Lecturer/ Tutor for MBBS Year 5 Ophthalmology
- 2013 – 2016 UWA Examiner for MBBS Year 5 Ophthalmology
Current hospital / university affiliations
- Consultant ophthalmologist at Royal Perth Hospital
Professional memberships
- Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists
- Member of the Australian Society for Cataract and Refractive Surgeons