What we do
Primary Care Clinic
Our comprehensive eye examinations are available to the general public at no out-of-pocket cost to patients.
No referral is required to see our practitioners in the Primary Care Clinic, and you do not need to hold a Medicare card to attend.
The consultations are carried out by second or final-year students of the University of Western Australia’s Doctor of Optometry program, under the close supervision of qualified experienced optometrists.
PRIMARY CARE CLINIC
About the Examination
The initial examination takes 2 hours, which includes the comprehensive testing and discussions about treatment options and recommendations. Follow-up appointments are usually shorter.
Dilating eye drops may be used in your examination, which will cause a temporary blurring of your vision and light sensitivity. Please bring your sunglasses and organise transportation on the day.
Here is what’s involved in your Primary Care Clinic comprehensive eye examination:
If the attending optometrist or student optometrist recommends spectacles, you will be provided with a copy of your spectacle prescription. This may be taken to a local community optometrist for dispensing.
For current holders of a Commonwealth pension or health care card, EHCWA may offer some low-cost spectacle options. Further information is available on request.
Specialty Care Clinic
EHCWA’s Specialty Care Clinics offer five services for eye health conditions including dry eyes, ocular pathology, myopia management, children’s vision, and specialty contact lenses.
Patient Information
Find out more about being a patient of EHCWA and visit our FAQs.
Referrer Information
Further information on the scope of practice and how to refer patients.