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19 November, 2025
Trust your vision with Perth’s most experienced Laser Eye Surgeon.
Dr Phillip McGeorge MBBS FRACS FRANZCO is Perth’s most experienced Laser Eye Surgeon, who has been trusted by thousands of patients. With his expertise, you can enhance your quality of life through safe, advanced surgery, all made more accessible with our flexible Payment Plans. We look forward to hearing from you soon.
The State-of-the-Art Wavelight Refractive Suite employs two networked, precision lasers creating a higher degree of customisation and efficiency, for a more flexible, faster procedure.
Multi-Dimensional Eye-Tracking Technology’ allows for precise, dynamic pupil and eye tracking over 1000 times per second during the procedure. This minimizes any effect from eye movement during the procedure.
Online Optical Pachymetry precisely measures and tracks the corneal thickness in real-time, during the procedure, ensuring the ultimate in precision laser accuracy and the best results possible.
PerfectPulse Technology® allows for a larger treatment area, reducing potential ‘night-time vision disturbance’ after surgery.
We want to get you out of those glasses or contact lenses! Find out if you would make a good candidate.
About Dr Phillip McGeorge
Dr Phillip McGeorge founded Perth Laser Vision in 1997 at St John of God Hospital Murdoch, establishing the first dedicated laser refractive surgery centre of its kind in WA.
Since then, Perth Laser Vision has become and remained the leading destination for laser eye surgery in Perth.
With decades of experience and a reputation for being at the forefront of surgical technique, Dr McGeorge offers the full range of advanced refractive surgery options using the latest technology.
Supported by a highly experienced team, his focus is simple, to help every patient achieve their best possible vision.
Dr McGeorge has personally performed more laser refractive eye surgeries than any other surgeon in Australia, making him one of the nation’s most trusted names in vision correction.
There are three main types of laser eye surgery: PRK, LASIK and SMILE.
In PRK, the laser is applied directly to the surface of the eye creating a new shape. Discomfort and vision can take several days to recover.
LASIK is the most common type of laser eye surgery. This involves cutting a thin layer (flap) on the surface of the eye with a laser. The new layer is lifted to expose the underlying surface which is then lasered to change its curvature. The flap is repositioned onto the new shape and moulds to that shape, instantly changing your vision. Discomfort is typically for no more than a few hours.
Another type of laser eye surgery is called SMILE. This involves focusing the laser just beneath the surface, cutting a shape of tissue under the eye’s surface corresponding to your refractive correction, which is then manually removed. The surface of the eye moulds to the desired new shape. SMILE heals in a similar way to LASIK and discomfort is similar.
The choice of which type of laser eye surgery to have is typically made by your surgeon. The choice is based on the characteristics of your eye and your refractive error. LASIK is the best option for most refractive errors and a full range of long-sightedness, myopia and astigmatism. PRK is mainly used for low levels of refractive error or if you have other problems such as thin corneas. SMILE is only available for moderate or severe short-sightedness. It’s not recommended for other eye conditions as the results can be variable.
Unfortunately, the Federal Government has determined that laser eye surgery will not be covered by Medicare as it is considered a lifestyle surgery. It is covered to a variable extent by some private health insurances, including Bupa, Medibank, AHM, Defence Health, Navy Health and HBF. We also provide finance options.
Yes, patients are awake during the LASIK procedure. They are given a light sedative pre-operatively and local anaesthetic eye drops to numb the eye surface. LASIK is a minor procedure, meaning you don’t need to be admitted to the hospital and can go home immediately after surgery.
Most people can return to normal work duties two days after laser eye surgery. This includes the day of the surgery and the next day after review. However, returning to work depends on the type of work you do. If you are engaged in manual labour or in a dusty environment, it may be advised to take a few extra days off following surgery. You may require sunglasses for when working outside because of light sensitivity.
A medical certificate can be arranged by LASIK staff.
Trust your vision with Perth’s most experienced Laser Eye Surgeon, Dr Phillip McGeorge.
SJOG Murdoch Medical Clinic
Suite 55, 100 Murdoch Drive
Murdoch WA 6150
28 Churchill Ave
Subiaco WA 6008
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