Other Options

Can I have my surgery performed at the Public Hospital?

Within the public hospital setting, most regions (including Nelson and Marlborough) have strict referral criteria, which mean that patients usually need to have significantly impaired vision before surgery can be contemplated. If your vision and symptoms meet the criteria, you may be eligible for publicly funded surgery. However, the vast majority of our patients opt for treatment privately at Nelson Day Surgery, as it can bypass this system and results in excellent vision without waiting. A fully trained surgeon, no waiting lists and no compromise.