A/Prof Christine Chen is a comprehensive ophthalmologist with subspecialty expertise in cataract surgery and macular disease. She provides thoughtful, patient-centred care across a broad range of ophthalmic conditions, with extensive experience in both clinical practice and academic ophthalmology.
A/Prof Chen obtained her medical degree at the University of Melbourne and St Vincent’s Clinical School, completed a PhD in Ophthalmology at the University of Melbourne, and undertook ophthalmology training at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital. She went on to complete further subspecialty training in cataract surgery, medical retina and uveitis through fellowships at Monash Health and Moorfields Hospital London, as well as an observership in New York.
At Monash Health, she is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Surgery and Director of the Ophthalmology Department. Her work has included establishing subspecialty clinics, improving access to publicly funded eye care, and advancing knowledge through research.
A/Prof Chen is also an Honorary Consultant at The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital and an Honorary Research Fellow at The Centre for Eye Research Australia, University of Melbourne.
Your patients may benefit from referral to A/Prof Chen for further assessment and management of:
A/Prof Chen brings subspecialty expertise, extensive clinical experience and a considered approach to patient care.
