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Dr Rachel Barnes, an Ophthalmologist with a special interest in retinal disorders.

She is now offering her specialist care at Highbury Optometrists during Wednesday afternoon clinics.

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Post completion of her medical and ophthalmological study at Auckland and Waikato, Dr Barnes undertook advanced training at the prestigious Moorfields Eye Hospital in London and St Paul's Eye Unit in Liverpool.

She is the founding member of the Retina Specialists group and is currently leading the Clinical Retinal team at Greenlane Hospital. Along with these, Dr Barnes is an honorary clinical lecturer at Auckland University's Department of Ophthalmology and is involved in various research projects.

In addition, as a reviewer and guest editor for Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology journal, Dr Barnes continues to contribute to the advancement of retinal care.


Areas of expertise:

  • Age related macular degeneration assessment and treatment
  • Diabetic eye disease screening and management
  • Inherited retinal diseases assessment and counseling
  • Cataract surgery at Oasis Surgical Centre
  • Acute eye problem management
  • Digital retinal photography and angiography
  • Cross-sectional retinal imaging with Optical Coherence Tomography

To book with Dr Barnes @Highbury

Please contact Retina Specialists team in Parnell. They will handle all bookings for Dr Barnes at Highbury Optometrists.

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