Media
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The ASO serves as a trusted resource for journalists seeking authoritative insights on eye health and ophthalmology. We facilitate direct connections between media professionals and leading ophthalmologists who can provide informed, evidence-based commentary on a wide range of topics.
Our Board of Directors comprises practising ophthalmologists with expertise spanning the full breadth of eye care. These specialists bring both clinical experience and a deep understanding of current research, emerging treatments, and the broader healthcare landscape affecting Australian patients.
Areas of expertise include:
Cataract and Refractive Surgery – surgical vision correction, lens replacement, and advances in cataract treatment
Glaucoma – diagnosis, management, and emerging therapies for this leading cause of preventable blindness
Cornea and External Disease – conditions affecting the eye's surface, corneal transplantation, and treatment innovations
Paediatric Ophthalmology – children's eye health, developmental vision conditions, and early intervention
Ocular Oncology – eye cancers, tumour management, and specialist treatment pathways
Retinal Disease – age-related macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease, and retinal surgery
Neuro-Ophthalmology – conditions affecting the visual pathways and their connection to the brain
YOUR MEDIA CONTACT:
ELLIE FINK
Experienced journalism and media communications professional with a background spanning editorial production, stakeholder engagement, and strategic content delivery. Skilled in media monitoring, digital publishing, and campaign support across not-for-profit and corporate environments, with a strong focus on clear messaging, public interest, and audience engagement.
Email: ellie@asoeye.org
Call: 0456 100 659
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Media Release | Doctors back specialist fee transparency – but say insurers must face the same scrutiny
16th February 2026
The Australian Society of Ophthalmologists (ASO) has welcomed the Government’s move to publish speci... [more] -
MEDIA RELEASE | ASO Back AMA Call for Stronger Regulation of Private Health Insurer Contracts
05th February 2026
The Australian Society of Ophthalmologists (ASO) is backing the Australian Medical Association’s (AM... [more] -
Support for ASO Members Following Recent Events in Sydney
15th December 2025
The Australian Society of Ophthalmologists (ASO) extends its deepest care and concern to all members... [more] -
MEDIA STATEMENT - Oral Prescribing Rights for Optometrists
03rd December 2025
The current proposal to expand optometry prescribing rights to include oral medicines is deeply conc... [more] -
Health Insurers Under Fire as Complaints Surge and ‘Phoenixing’ Sparks Concern
22nd October 2025
Australia’s private health insurers are under fire after a federal watchdog uncovered a surge in con... [more]