Dr Sue Cochrane
MBBS, FRANZCO
Speciality: Cataract Surgeon, Macula & Retina Glaucoma Specialist
Dr Cochrane completed her Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery at the University of Melbourne in 1993, obtaining Honours in all subjects. After working in the Royal Melbourne Hospital, where she took part in the Physician Training Program, she undertook her Ophthalmology Training at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital (RVEEH). During that time, she was awarded the K.G. Howsam Medal, the Cedric Cohen Medal, and a RANZCO/ARVO Travelling Scholarship.
After completing her Ophthalmology Fellowship, Dr Cochrane travelled to the United Kingdom to work with Professor Andrew Dick in the areas of retinal disorders and unveitis.
Upon her return to Melbourne, Dr Cochrane was appointed a Consultant Ophthalmologist in the Medical Retinal Unit at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital.
Dr. Cochrane has expertise in;
• Diagnosis and treatment of eye conditions affecting the retina, including macula degeneration, diabetes and vein occlusions
• Glaucoma – laser and stent procedures
• Cataract – laser-assisted surgery
• Diabetes-related eye conditions
• Intravitreal injection techniques & laser
She is currently a Member of the Australasian Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons and the Australian and New Zealand Society of Retinal Specialists.
Dr. Cochrane is committed to improving the quality of eye health within the community.