Marlborough residents no longer need to travel to Christchurch for specialist ophthalmology. Southern Eye Specialists now provides expert services in Blenheim, with regular clinics undertaken by our expert team.
Our services and specialities
Cataract
Our surgeons are highly experienced in modern cataract surgery and utilise the most technologically advanced intraocular lenses, ensuring Blenheim and Marlborough patients receive the highest standard of care close to home.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is the most common disease affecting the optic nerve and can cause irreversible damage if left undetected. Our specialists offer comprehensive assessment, monitoring and a full range of treatment options to protect your vision.
Neuro-ophthalmology
A subspecialty of both neurology and ophthalmology, our neuro-ophthalmology team diagnoses and manages conditions affecting how the eye interacts with the brain, from optic nerve disorders to double vision.
Cornea
Our corneal specialists diagnose and treat conditions affecting the clarity and shape of the cornea, including keratoconus, corneal infections and dystrophies, utilising treatments from corneal cross-linking through to full corneal graft surgery.
Retina
The retina is sensitive to a wide range of conditions, including macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease and retinal detachment. Southern Eye's vitreoretinal surgeons visit Blenheim regularly, bringing specialist diagnostic and surgical expertise to local patients.
Oculoplastics
The eyelids, tear drainage system, and eye socket are vital to maintaining eye health and vision. Our oculoplastic surgeons treat conditions ranging from ptosis and ectropion to skin cancers of the eyelid, with regular clinics held in Blenheim.
Paediatrics
Eye conditions in children are best addressed early. Our paediatric ophthalmologists are experienced in diagnosing and treating childhood conditions including squints, amblyopia and refractive errors.
Laser Eye Surgery
Our experienced team of refractive surgeons provides insightful expertise and inspirational treatment results, utilising the latest technology with minimally invasive procedures. Free assessments are available at our Blenheim clinic.
Our Team
For over 30 years Southern Eye Specialists has been the South Island's trusted home for expert eye care. Our team of ophthalmologists cover every subspecialty, from cataract and glaucoma treatment through oculoplastic surgery, paediatric care, and laser surgery.
Our visiting specialists hold regular clinics in Blenheim, covering the full range of ophthalmology subspecialties. They are supported by a diligent and experienced local team, providing continuity of care, focused expertise, and superior results.

Georgia
Registered Nurse - Blenheim

Nicola
Personal Assistant - Blenheim
Specialists

Dr James Borthwick
MB ChB, FRANZCO
Disease and surgery of the retina and macula, cataract

Dr Sean Every
MB ChB, MMedSci (Distinction), FRANZCO
Disease and surgery of the retina and macula, cataract

Dr Jo-Anne Pon
MB ChB, FRANZCO
Oculoplastics, cataract, neuro-ophthalmology, strabismus, general ophthalmology

Dr John Rawstron
MB ChB, MPH, GDipM (Refract Surg), FRANZCO
Cataract, LASIK, SmilePro, PRK, PTK, corneal transplant

Dr Rebecca Stack
MB ChB (Distinction), MMedSci, FRANZCO
Cataract, oculoplastic and reconstructive surgeon

Dr Rahul Dwivedi
BSc (Hons), MB ChB, FRCOphth, FRANZCO
Consultant ophthalmologist - glaucoma & cataract specialist

Dr Logan Robinson
MB Chb, PG Dip Ophth BS (Distinction), FRANZCO
Vitreoretinal surgery, diseases of the retina and macula, refractive cataract surgery

Dr Robert Weatherhead
MB ChB, FRCS, FRACS, FRANZCO
Oculoplastic and reconstructive surgeon

Dr Genevieve Oliver
BHB, MB ChB, MOphth, PhD, FRANZCO
Specialist - diseases & surgery of the retina, vitreous & macula specialist cataract surgeon

Dr Elizabeth Conner
MBChB, BMedSci, FRANZCO
Paediatric ophthalmologist, LASIK, SmilePro, PRK, PTK, anterior segment, cataract surgeon

Dr Dickson Wong
MBChB, FRANZCO
Glaucoma, oculoplastics, cataract surgeon

Dr Yu-Chieh Hung
MB ChB, PGDipOphthBS, FRANZCO
Consultant Ophthalmologist - Glaucoma and Cataract Surgeon
Management

Simon Templeton
General Manager

Justin Robinson
Chief Financial Officer

Marie Taylor
Operations Manager / Clinical Research Coordinator
Where to find us
Southern Eye Specialists
31 Hutcheson St, Blenheim 7201
Hours
Mon – Fri. 9.00am – 4.00pm
info@southerneyeblenheim.co.nz
Phone
(03) 578 8948
