Common Eye Problems & Surgeries

Common Eye Problems

Blepharitis

Blepharitis (HealthLink BC)

Cataracts

Cataracts (HealthLink BC) Cataract patients receive foldable intraocular lenses free of charge. For more information, visit the Medical Services Plan web page and view our Questions and Answers.

Conjuctivitis (Pink Eye)

Conjunctivitis (Pink eye) (HealthLink BC)

Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetic retinopathy (HealthLink BC)

Floaters and Flashes

Floaters and Flashes (HealthLink BC)

Glaucoma

Glaucoma (HealthLink BC)

Macular Degenation

(Age-related) macular degeneration (HealthLink BC)

Retinal Detachment

Retinal detachment (HealthLink BC)

Strabismus

Strabismus (HealthLink BC)

Common Eye Surgeries and Procedures

Most Common Surgeries

Retinal Procedures and Surgeries:

Surgeries to correct nearsightedness (myopia) or farsightedness (hyperopia) are offered at private clinics on Vancouver Island.

News & Events

June 23, 2021

Currents Summer 2021

Read about your colleagues’ activities, learn about Island Health programs, celebrate achievements and see lots of photos of Island Health employees at work and play.

June 14, 2021

Island Health Magazine Summer 2021

The summer issue of Island Health magazine includes information on the COVID vaccine; a feature on planning ahead for retirement; Primary Care Networks explained and an in-depth look at the drug-poisoning crisis and some of the projects taking place as part of Island Health’s response.

March 16, 2021

Island Health Magazine Spring 2021

Island Health magazine spring 2021 features articles on COVID-19 including a look back at the past year. Also included are articles on the health benefits of spending time in nature, memory loss and aging, and a moving article about one family’s journey with hospice care.

Common Eye Problems & Surgeries