Full List of Eye Conditions We Treat
Dr Zoran Aleksic, FCS (SA) Ophthalmologist, is an anterior segment and refractive eye surgeon based in Sea Point and Vredenburg, Cape Town, with a particular focus on cataract and laser refractive surgery, including LASIK and PRK for short-sightedness, long-sightedness, and astigmatism. Below is an overview of the eye conditions treated at the practice.
Overview of all the Conditions We Treat
Cataracts
Cataract surgery is a procedure in which the eye's clouded natural lens is removed and, in most cases, replaced with a clear artificial intraocular lens (IOL) to restore vision. It's a well-established, commonly performed procedure with a strong safety record. Learn more about cataract surgery.
Multifocal Lens Surgery
For patients looking to reduce their dependence on glasses and reading glasses, multifocal (trifocal) or extended depth of field (EDOF) intraocular lenses may be an option. These lenses can be used during cataract surgery or as a standalone procedure (refractive lens exchange) to provide clear vision at multiple distances. Learn more about multifocal lens surgery.
Laser Refractive Eye Surgery
Laser vision correction, such as LASIK or PRK, reshapes the cornea to reduce or remove the need for glasses or contact lenses by correcting common refractive errors — short-sightedness (myopia), long-sightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism. Learn more about laser eye surgery.
Keratoconus
Keratoconus is a progressive condition in which the cornea thins and bulges into an irregular, cone-like shape, distorting vision. It's diagnosed and monitored with corneal imaging and, where progressing, can be treated with corneal cross-linking (CXL) to help stabilise the cornea. Learn more about keratoconus and CXL.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a group of conditions that damage the optic nerve, often as a result of increased pressure within the eye. Left untreated, it can lead to progressive and irreversible vision loss, making early diagnosis and treatment important. Open-angle glaucoma, the most common form, typically develops slowly and without noticeable symptoms in its early stages. Learn more about glaucoma.
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
AMD affects the macula, the central part of the retina responsible for sharp, detailed vision, and is one of the leading causes of vision loss in people over 50. It can make activities such as reading, driving, and recognising faces more difficult, while side (peripheral) vision is usually unaffected. Learn more about AMD.
Diabetic Eye Disease
Diabetic retinopathy and diabetic maculopathy are complications of diabetes that affect the retina, and are among the most common causes of vision loss in people of working age. Regular screening is important, since these conditions often cause no symptoms until they're already advanced. Learn more about diabetic retinopathy treatment.
Pterygium and Pinguecula
A pterygium is a benign, wedge-shaped growth of tissue that develops on the white of the eye and may gradually extend onto the cornea. Usually harmless, it can cause redness, irritation, or blurred vision, and may need treatment if it continues to grow or affects sight. Learn more about pterygium treatment.
Eyelid Conditions
Eyelid concerns treated include blepharitis (inflammation of the eyelid margin), eyelid tumours and cysts, blepharospasm (involuntary eyelid twitching), and ptosis (a drooping upper eyelid). Blepharoplasty, surgery to correct excess or sagging eyelid skin, is also offered for both functional and cosmetic reasons.
Ocular Surface and Inflammation
This includes dry or watery eyes, allergic eye conditions and conjunctivitis (pink eye), inflammation inside the eye such as uveitis, corneal ulcers and keratitis (inflammation or infection of the cornea), and general eye infections. Many of these conditions cause similar symptoms — redness, discomfort, discharge — and benefit from an accurate diagnosis to guide the right treatment.
Refractive and Visual Concerns
This covers common vision problems such as presbyopia (age-related difficulty focusing up close), astigmatism, short-sightedness (myopia), and far-sightedness (hyperopia), along with symptoms like eye strain, blurry vision, light sensitivity (photophobia), double vision (diplopia), and convergence insufficiency or other reading-related visual difficulties.
Retinal Conditions
Floaters and vitreous detachment are common, usually age-related changes in the gel-like vitreous inside the eye. While often harmless, a sudden increase in floaters or flashes of light should be assessed promptly to rule out more serious retinal problems.
Trauma and Acute Concerns
This includes eye injuries and trauma, as well as unexplained eye pain — both of which warrant prompt assessment rather than a routine appointment.
Children's Eye Care
Dr Aleksic also diagnoses and treats eye conditions in children as part of the practice's general ophthalmic care.
What We Don't Treat
Dr Aleksic is an anterior segment and refractive surgeon and does not perform corneal transplants, retinal surgery (such as for retinal detachment), strabismus (squint) surgery, or oculoplastic procedures beyond general eyelid conditions. Where a condition falls outside this scope, Dr Aleksic can diagnose it and refer you to an appropriate specialist for further care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral to see Dr Aleksic?
No — you don't need a referral to book a consultation. Some medical aid schemes do require a referral letter from a GP or optometrist for their own claims or authorisation purposes, so it's worth checking this with your scheme beforehand if you'd like to claim.
How long will I wait for an appointment?
For urgent or emergency concerns, we can generally arrange to see you within the same week. For routine refractive consultations, bookings are usually made around two weeks in advance, though cancellations are common and openings can come up quickly — so a sooner appointment is often possible if you're flexible.
For surgery, theatre lists run weekly on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays, depending on the type of procedure, and surgery dates can generally be booked for the following week, procedure permitting.
I'm not sure which condition I have — can I still book a consultation?
Yes. If you're experiencing symptoms such as blurry vision, eye pain, redness, or discomfort and aren't sure of the cause, a general consultation is the best place to start — Dr Aleksic will assess your eyes and advise on next steps.
Do you treat both eye diseases and general eye concerns?
Yes. Alongside surgical and disease-specific care such as cataracts, glaucoma, and AMD, the practice also sees patients for everyday eye concerns like dry eye, eye strain, infections, and eyelid conditions.
Do you see children?
Yes, Dr Aleksic diagnoses and treats eye conditions in children as part of the practice's general ophthalmic care.
If you have a specific eye concern or would like a general eye examination, book a consultation with Dr Zoran Aleksic at The Eye Surgery in Sea Point or Vredenburg.