Archives: Surgeon

Dr Rogan Fraser is a dedicated and thorough Ophthalmologist who practices comprehensive General Ophthalmology, with a special interest in Neuro-Ophthalmology. Prior to becoming an Ophthalmologist, he practiced as an Optometrist in regional Victoria for a number of years, He is known for his attention to detail and his commitment to going above and beyond to ensure the best outcomes for his patients.

Cataract,  Refractive and Oculoplastics Surgeon, Comprehensive Ophthalmologist

Ben completed medical school at the University of New South Wales in Sydney. Subsequently, he then carried out specialised training in Ophthalmology in Melbourne.

He undertook advanced cataract surgery training at Northern Health and the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, with a focus on the management of complex cataract cases, including patients with weak lens support, previous eye surgery, or higher visual demands. He has experience with premium and presbyopia-correcting intraocular lenses, secondary lens implantation, and personalised IOL selection and biometry in challenging eyes.

Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, CrossFit, camping, and surfing.

Jeremy Diamond qualified as a doctor in the UK. His ophthalmology training was split between Bristol and Perth, WA.  Along the way he undertook a PhD studying the natural antibiotics present in the eye. For many years he ran the glaucoma department at the Bristol Eye Hospital. As well as managing patients with complex glaucoma, he was a senior cataract surgeon, undertaking nearly 1,000 cataract operations each year.  During his time in Bristol he worked with Heathcote Wright.

He has recently relocated to Melbourne with his Australian-born wife, Ms Helen Garrott (also an ophthalmic surgeon) and children. Dr Diamond works at Sunbury and MCES and is qualifies to manage all forms of glaucoma and cataract.  He also manages macula diseases.

Dr Heathcote Wright graduated from University of Queensland Medical School in 2000. He undertook his residency in North Queensland before returning to his native Melbourne to complete a PhD with Professor Hugh Taylor AC at the University of Melbourne.

He completed his advanced surgical training in ophthalmology at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in 2011 before heading to Bristol Eye Hospital to complete a fellowship in glaucoma surgery.