Dr Chua Wei Han is the Founder, Medical Director and Senior Consultant Ophthalmologist at Advanced Eye Clinic & Surgery. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore.
He graduated with honours from the University of Newcastle, Australia, and obtained higher degrees in ophthalmology from the National University of Singapore and the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh.
He sub-specialises in cataract and refractive surgery, with clinical work including LASIK, surface ablation techniques and implantable contact lens surgery.
Clinical focus
Cataract & refractive.
Qualifications (as publicly listed)
BMedSc (Hons), BMed (Hons), MMed (Ophth), FRCSEd (Ophth), FAMS.
Where they practise
- Clinic / practice: Advanced Eye Clinic & Surgery — Mount Elizabeth (Orchard)
- Hospital / training affiliation(s): Mount Elizabeth Hospital; Parkway East Hospital
Getting to the clinic
Dr Chua Wei Han practises at Advanced Eye Clinic & Surgery in the Mount Elizabeth (Orchard) area, with affiliations to Mount Elizabeth Hospital and Parkway East Hospital. The Mount Elizabeth Orchard campus sits in the heart of the Orchard medical and shopping belt.
- By MRT: The nearest station is Orchard (NS22 on the North South Line / TE14 on the Thomson-East Coast Line). From Orchard MRT it is a short walk through the Orchard area to Mount Elizabeth; sheltered links and pavements run much of the way.
- By bus: Many services run along Orchard Road and nearby roads; check your route to the Orchard or Mount Elizabeth area.
- By car or taxi: Taxis and ride-hailing can drop off at the medical centre, and a paid visitor carpark is available, though Orchard parking can be busy at peak times.
If your appointment involves dilating drops, your near vision will be blurred and your eyes light-sensitive for a few hours, so many patients prefer to take public transport or arrange a lift home.
What cataract and refractive surgery covers
Dr Chua sub-specialises in cataract and refractive surgery. Cataract is the clouding of the eye’s natural lens, usually with age, which gradually blurs vision, dulls colours and increases glare. Refractive surgery aims to reduce dependence on glasses or contact lenses in people with short-sightedness, long-sightedness or astigmatism.
- Cataract surgery: removing the clouded natural lens and implanting a clear intraocular lens, with choices of lens that can also address astigmatism or presbyopia.
- LASIK: a laser procedure that reshapes the cornea under a thin flap to correct refractive error in suitable candidates.
- Surface ablation techniques: laser correction applied at the corneal surface, an alternative approach used when it is more appropriate for a particular eye.
- Implantable contact lens surgery: placing a lens inside the eye to correct vision, an option often considered for higher degrees of refractive error or where laser surgery is less suitable.
Which option fits best depends on your degree of refractive error, corneal thickness and shape, the state of your natural lens and how you use your eyes, and the assessment is about matching the safest, most suitable approach to your individual eyes.
What to expect at a consultation
A first visit usually starts with a discussion of your symptoms and how your vision affects daily life, your spectacle and contact-lens history, general health and any eye conditions. Your vision and refraction are measured, and the front and back of the eye are examined. For cataract or refractive planning, additional measurements of the cornea, the length of the eye and the health of the retina are commonly taken.
Dr Chua will explain the findings, whether cataract surgery, LASIK, surface ablation, an implantable lens or spectacles best suits you, and the trade-offs of each, including the realistic outcome and limits, so that any decision is well informed.
Preparing for your appointment
- Photo identification and any GP, optometrist or polyclinic referral letter.
- Your current glasses and contact-lens details, including type and power.
- Previous eye records, scans or operation notes from earlier eye care.
- A list of current medicines, supplements and eye drops.
- A written list of symptoms and the questions you want answered.
If you wear soft contact lenses, you may be asked to leave them out before corneal measurements, as they can temporarily alter corneal shape. Bring sunglasses in case of light sensitivity after dilating drops, and consider arranging transport home.
After your consultation and follow-up
You should leave understanding your diagnosis and the options. If cataract or refractive surgery is recommended, the clinic will explain the procedure, the preparation involved and the expected recovery, which usually includes eye drops and a series of review visits to check healing and vision. Eyes that do not need surgery may simply be monitored with periodic checks. You are free to take time and to seek a second opinion before proceeding.
Seek urgent attention if, after any eye procedure, you notice sudden vision loss, increasing pain, marked redness, or new flashing lights, floaters or a shadow across your vision, as these need prompt assessment.
Booking, referrals and fees
At a private clinic an appointment can usually be made without a referral, though a referral letter and previous records help with continuity and may be relevant for subsidies in the public system. For eligible procedures such as cataract surgery, MediSave, MediShield Life and Integrated Shield Plans may apply within set limits, while routine consultations and elective refractive surgery are generally paid out of pocket. Confirm current fees and what your insurance covers directly with the clinic.
Common questions
When should a cataract be treated?
Cataract surgery is usually considered when the clouding affects your daily activities, such as reading, driving or glare. The timing is discussed based on your symptoms and examination.
What is the difference between LASIK and surface ablation?
LASIK reshapes the cornea under a thin flap, while surface ablation applies the laser at the corneal surface without a flap. Which is more suitable depends on your eyes.
What is an implantable contact lens?
It is a lens placed inside the eye to correct vision, often considered for higher refractive errors or where laser surgery is less suitable.
Do I need a referral?
No referral is strictly required at a private clinic, but any letter and earlier records help the consultation.
Related guides
Sources & verification
See also: our editorial directory of LASIK & refractive surgeons in Singapore and our shortlist of LASIK clinics.
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