Founded by Dr Sheng C. Hong, Otago Vision Specialist originated from Dunedin. At our private ophthalmology practice, we are dedicated to providing unparalleled care and expertise in the field of eye health. Otago Vision Specialist is a centre of excellence and offers one of the best ophthalmic surgery cares in New Zealand. Our ongoing professional develop programme ensures our community referrers are up to date with the latest management and treatment strategies.
Otago Vision Specialist is your locally owned and trusted eye care provider. Our team of experienced ophthalmologists are committed to delivering exceptional outcomes, whether you require routine eye exams, advanced surgical procedures, or treatment for complex ocular conditions.
Dr Ammar Binsadiq
FRANZCO
Retina . Uveitis. Cataract
Dr Sheng C Hong
FRANZCO
Cornea. Cataract. Refractive
Dr Mimi Chiu
FRANZCO
Eyelids. Orbits. Oncology
Dr Rona Silkiss
MD, FACS
Eyelids. Tear Ducts. Orbits
Melanie Peck
Registered Nurse
Liane Matthews
Registered Nurse
Danielle Wilson
Registered Nurse
Sarah Williams
Administrator
Maureen Maharaj
Ophthalmic Technician
Know Your Surgeons
FRANZCO, MB BCh BAO, MOphth (Distinction)
Dr Hong is an international fellowship trained surgeon with an interest in corneal transplant, cultured cell therapy, refractive surgery, cataract surgery, and eyelid pathology. An advocate for global eye health, Dr. Hong is a pioneer in innovative ocular technology and surgical techniques. Based in Dunedin, he is widely recognized as one of the foremost specialists in cataract, cornea, and anterior segment treatments. With over 10,000 successful procedures under his belt, Dr. Hong has also been instrumental in the development of the Otago Nurse Intravitreal Injection Programme and is the esteemed author of the Otago Handbook of Ophthalmology. Dr Hong enjoys fly fishing around Southland and County Mackenzie.
FRANZCO, MBBS
Dr Chiu is an international-fellowship trained surgeon with an interest in oculoplastic and ocular oncology. She did her basic medical training in Australia, speciality training in New Zealand, and finally her fellowship in Scotland. Dr Chiu has a passion in complex peri-ocular malignancy management and reconstructive surgeries. She is based between Queenstown and Dunedin and offers her services in both public and private sectors. Dr Chiu is the sole oculoplastic surgeon at the Dunedin public hospital. Mimi enjoys tramping with her family.
FRANZCO, MB ChB, MOphth
Dr Binsadiq is a vitreoretinal surgeon trained in New Zealand. He specialises in both medical and surgical retina disorders. He is based between Hamilton and Dunedin, offering his services in both public and private sectors. Ammar enjoys skiing in Queenstown.
MD, FACS
Dr Silkiss is an oculoplastic surgeon with over 30 years of clinical experience. She is a New York City native, and works between San Francisco (US) and Queenstown (NZ). Dr Silkiss specializes in eyelid, tear ducts, and orbital surgeries. Dr Silkiss has a special interest in thyroid eye disease. She is an avid yoga practitioner, hiker, and world traveler.