Community Eye Care Kids (C-EYE-C Kids) Clinic
Paediatric eye care for children with complex eye and vision needs
C-EYE-C Kids Clinic was established to provide comprehensive assessment and management of infants, children, and adolescents with complex ocular and visual needs, working alongside ophthalmologists, orthoptists, paediatricians, general practitioners, and other health professionals to deliver coordinated, evidence-based care. There are no out-of-pocket costs associated with attending the clinic.
Eye examinations are conducted by optometrists with advanced expertise in children’s eye health and vision. A final-year optometry student may be in attendance, subject to parent consent.
The clinic accepts referrals from hospital and community-based health professionals. If you are interested in establishing a referral pathway, please get in touch with us at HTH-EyeClinic@unsw.edu.au
Referral Process for Clinicians
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Who can refer
General practitioners, paediatricians, nurses, other health professionals, schools, and community organisations
We also deliver care for appropriate hospital-referred patients through the Community Eye Care Kids (C-EYE-C Kids) pathway
Patient age range
Preverbal infants through to any individuals that may benefit from paediatric eye examinations.
Patients eligible for referral
- Infants and children with complex ocular, visual, medical, developmental, or neurological conditions.
- Children or adults with developmental delay, intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder, acquired brain injury, or other conditions requiring adapted examination techniques.
- Children with Type 1 diabetes, as part of multidisciplinary diabetes management.
- Contact lenses for babies and children younger than school age.
If you are unsure, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Referral status
Currently accepting referrals from all geographic areas.
Communication
Referring clinicians will receive a structured report following consultation.
Fees
Medicare-funded service
Appointment type
By appointment only
Referral contact
Email: â¶Ä¯HTH-EyeClinic@unsw.edu.au
Telephone: 02 9348 3360Â
For information about eligibility and appointments, please contact the HTH Eye Clinic via email or telephone. Patients can book an appointment using this link or QR code.
Meet the Clinical Team
Dr Rebecca Dang, PhD (Optometrist)
Rebecca is a paediatric optometrist and education-focused academic at the School of Optometry & Vision Science at 91É«ÇéƬ Sydney, where she is a key contributor to / or teaches to the Master of Clinical Optometry paediatric clinical program, and the postgraduate course in myopia control. Her interests include evidence-based clinical teaching and practice and patient-centred care.Â
Amanda Lea (Optometrist)
Amanda is a paediatric optometrist and education-focused academic at the School of Optometry and Vision Science at 91É«ÇéƬ Sydney, where she convenes the Master of Clinical Optometry paediatric clinical program, and the postgraduate course in advanced paediatric eye care. Her interests include evidence-based clinical teaching and practice, and multidisciplinary care.
Suki Iyer (Optometrist)
Sukanya (Suki) is a paediatric optometrist working with the HTH Eye Clinic. She divides her time between 91É«ÇéƬ Sydney, supporting a local ophthalmology clinic, and delivering paediatric eyecare to regional communities.Â
Suki has developed a particular interest in paediatric eye care and the collaborative management of patients with complex ocular conditions. She is passionate about providing thorough, evidence-based care, and working collaboratively with ophthalmologists and other healthcare professionals to achieve the best outcomes for her patients.
Known for her warm and approachable manner, Suki places a strong emphasis on patient and parent education, empowering families to understand their eye health and actively participate in their care.
C-EYE-C Kids Clinic Opening Hours
2.30pm - 4.30pm Wednesday