About VisuSense Ophthalmologists

We are a team of doctors focused on the power of sight

We are a team of ophthalmologists who pride ourselves in partnering with our patients to ensure a thorough eye condition diagnosis and to formulate a targeted eye care treatment plan for each individual.

We collaborate closely, drawing from our diverse skills and specialisations to provide considered and comprehensive second opinions.

Meet the team of doctors

Dr Suzanne Smith

MBCHB, FC OPHTH (SA), MMED

Dr Smith is a general ophthalmologist with expertise in cataract surgery, general ophthalmology procedures (such as removal of pterygiums and growths, lid repairs, trauma, and strabismus), glaucoma management, and all aspects of medical ophthalmology.

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Dr Irene Freed

MBBCH, FC OPHTH (SA), MMED

Dr Freed specialises in anterior segment surgery, cataract and pterygium surgery, comprehensive glaucoma management, refractive surgery, and oculoplastics.

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Dr Monique Camacho

MBBCH, FC OPHTH (SA), MMED

Dr Camacho is an experienced surgeon specialising in refractive cataract surgery, laser vision correction, ocular surface diseases, and keratoconus.

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Dr Dimple Shastry

MBCHB, FC OPHTH (SA), MMED

Dr Shastry is a general ophthalmologist specialising in medical retina, cornea pathology and paediatric ophthalmology.

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Support staff

Ina van Wyk

Optometrist

B.Optom (RAU), CAS (NECO)

Leandri van Wyngaard

Ophthalmic assistant

Zelda von Broembsen

Ophthalmic assistant

Shimeez Fransman

Ophthalmic assistant

Hendrika Leibbrandt

Ophthalmic assistant

Eye conditions we specialise in

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Refractive errors

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Cataracts

Glaucoma

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)

Diabetic retinopathy

Dry eye

Conjunctivitis (pink eye)

Other eye conditions

We understand how daunting it can be to face the possibility of damage to your eyesight. Please know that we're here for you every step of the way, and we'll provide guidance and support to help you.

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We understand how daunting it can be to face the possibility of damage to your eyesight. Please know that we're here for you every step of the way, and we'll provide guidance and support to help you.

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Some of our success stories

Life Changing Procedure

On 9 June, 2021 Mrs Johanna Van Heerden underwent Cataract Surgery at Cure Day Hospital Wilgeheuwel.

This life changing procedure was performed by Dr Suzanne Smith, an Ophthalmologist from VisuSense and Dr Marius Gouws, an Anaesthetist.

65 year old’s sight restored

On Tuesday, 13 July 2021 Mr Jack David Miles (65 years) received the gift of sight in his one eye at Cure Day Hospitals Wilgeheuwel. The procedure was made possible by Dr Irene Freed, an Ophthalmologist from VisuSense and Dr Christa Liebenberg, an Anaesthetist.

Thank you to all involved for making this possible.

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