MEDICAL

OPTIMAX EYE SPECIALIST CENTRE

As a pioneer in laser vision correction in Malaysia , Optimax Holdings Bhd has changed the lives of 300,000 satisfied patients since its inception in 1995 .

At a time when the technology was still quite infantile in the country , the eye specialist services provider did not hesitate but continued to invest to bring in the latest equipment to serve its patients . Through this unrelenting effort , Optimax has played a key role in advancing the laser refractive surgery industry in Malaysia .

Over the last 27 years , the Group has expanded to provide a full spectrum of eye care treatments . Its core services now include refractive surgery , comprising laser vision correction and implant vision correction ; treatment of eye diseases and disorders , including cataract surgery ; consultation and dispensary services , comprising doctor consultation and medication ; and oculoplastic surgery , including functional and cosmetic treatment for disorders around the eye .

As a leading laser eye specialist in Malaysia , Optimax has a strong network of Ambulatory Care Centres (“ ACC ”) that offer a wide range of treatment options all under one roof . These include ReLEx SMILE , Customised Femto-LASIK , Advanced Surface Abation ( ASA ), Trans-Epithelial Surface Ablation ( TESA ), Implantable Contact Lens ( ICL ), Refractive Lens Exchange ( RLE ), Ortho-K , and Rigid Gas Permeable Lenses ( RGP ).

Tiong Hin , Susan Cheow , Sandy Tan

Undoubtedly , improvements in laser technology over the years have made it possible for Optimax to deliver better and more predictable surgery outcomes , as well as excel in procedures that can provide patients with fewer post-operative complications and better comfort after treatment , while maintaining the benefits of all the other methods .

Therefore , Optimax always ensures that its centres are equipped with the latest technology to provide the most effective methods of treatment for each patient . The Group also invests in developing its eye specialist doctors by sending them to attend regular training and conferences to keep up to date with the latest developments in medical technology .

At present , Optimax has 20 highly qualified eye surgeons to deliver exceptional ophthalmology services from diagnosis to treatments , including medical and surgical procedures . The

Group ’ s eye surgeons are supported by a team of 57 experienced optometrists to perform eye examinations .

Moving forward , Optimax is looking to further expand its services to include paediatric eye care to meet the specific needs of younger patients in Malaysia .

The Group also plans to expand its market reach within the country by establishing more satellite clinics to reach patients in remote areas and enlarging its ACC network to connect the major states in Malaysia .

The initiative in place currently is the development of a private eye hospital in Kempas , Johor , in collaboration with Sena Resources Sdn Bhd and Kempas Eye Specialist Hospital Sdn Bhd . Upon full operation , the Kempas private eye hospital is expected to meet the anticipated increase in demand for eye care services from not only Malaysia , but also from nearby nations such as Singapore and Indonesia .

Besides the focus on growing its business , Optimax will also continue to prioritise giving back to the community by aiding in the restoration of sight to the less fortunate through sponsorships of cataract surgeries and free eye-health screenings , as well as free eye-health education to the public . This is in line with its sustainability goal to generate long-term value to its stakeholders .

GlobalHealthAsiaPacific . com ISSUE 5 | 2022

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