Vision for Life Institute

29/05/2026

Retinal disease can be challenging — recognising it doesn’t have to be.

Join Dr Ken Ng for a practical, case-based webinar on the management of common retinal pathologies, packed with real-world clinical pearls for everyday optometric practice.

🎓 1.25 Ti CPD Points with Optometry Australia
📅 Wednesday 17 June | 6:00–7:15 PM AEST
💻 Live Online Webinar
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vision-for-life-institute-webinar-series-2026-dr-ken-ng-tickets-1990461999422?aff=oddtdtcreator

26/05/2026

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER | Tomorrow Night at 6:00 PM AEST

The countdown is on for our next Chat & Sip CPD Webinar Series. Join us tomorrow evening for an interactive, case-based session tailored for optometrists of all experience levels.

📖 Corneal Cases: Insights, Challenges & Clinical Pearls

Speaker: Dr Cameron McLintock (Ophthalmologist)

Date: Wednesday, 27 May 2026

Time: 6:00 PM AEST

CPD Allocation: 1.25 Ti (Optometry Australia Quality Assured)

Dr McLintock will dive deep into complex corneal presentations, sharing practical clinical pearls and navigating the unique challenges faced in daily primary care practice. Grab your favourite drink, bring your burning clinical questions, and engage in real conversations with real impact.

⏳ Registration is closing fast. Secure your spot now and don't miss out on these essential insights.

👉https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vision-for-life-institute-webinar-series-2026-dr-cameron-mclintock-tickets-1988367885872?aff=oddtdtcreator

18/05/2026

👁️ It’s Myopia Awareness Week!

More children than ever are being diagnosed with short-sightedness (myopia), making early detection and regular eye checks more important than ever.

A simple eye exam can help identify concerns early and support healthy vision for life.

📅 18–24 May 2026
📍 Book an eye exam today

Let’s work together to protect young eyes for the future 💙

13/05/2026

VFLI May Webinar Rescheduled....

Our upcoming Vision for Life Institute webinar with Dr Cameron McLintock will now be held on Wednesday 27 May at 6:00pm AEST.

Same expert speaker. Same valuable insights. Just a new date.

If you’ve already registered, your registration remains valid. If not, there’s still time to join us.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vision-for-life-institute-webinar-series-2026-dr-cameron-mclintock-tickets-1988367885872?aff=oddtdtcreator

We look forward to seeing you there.

12/05/2026

Smiling faces and a lovely morning tea at Mt Gravatt Private Hospital! 🧁☕️

Celebrating with our amazing DON and nursing crew! These superstars are the heart of Vision for Life Institute, and we’re so lucky to have them on our team.

Nurses touch our lives every single day, and we should all be super grateful for the care and expertise they provide. While we have the treats out this morning, we believe they should be celebrated today and every day! 🩺✨

06/05/2026

✨ This is the webinar you’ve been looking for… ✨

In true May the 4th spirit — we couldn’t resist 😄

Our biggest registration yet (70+ and counting!) for the upcoming VFLI Chat & Sip CPD event… and there’s still time to join the force.

Step into a galaxy of real-world corneal cases with Dr Cameron McLintock and Joanna Sim — from dystrophies and degenerations to infectious keratitis and ocular surface disease.

💡 Practical insights you can actually use
🧠 Sharpen your clinical decision-making
🤝 Connect with fellow optoms (no lightsaber required)

📅 Wednesday, 20 May 2026
⏰ 6:00 pm – 7:15 pm
🎓 1.25 Ti CPD points (Optometry Australia)

Don’t wait until the credits roll…
Register here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vision-for-life-institute-webinar-series-2026-dr-cameron-mclintock-tickets-1988367885872?aff=oddtdtcreator

30/04/2026

Scaling our impact, one month at a time.

We are officially two months into our "Eye for an Eye" initiative, and the momentum is building. For March, we are proud to announce a donation of $28,500 to The Fred Hollows Foundation
To put this into perspective, this contribution means as many as 1,000 people can now see more clearly. This milestone was made possible by our patients and our referring network.

The more Vision for Life Institute grows, the more people we can help through our partnership with The Fred Hollows Foundation

Let’s keep this momentum up and see what we can achieve together in the months ahead.

28/04/2026

Grab a drink and get your CPD hours sorted! ☕️🍷

Join Dr. Cameron McLintock for an interactive deep dive into Corneal Cases: Insights, Challenges & Clinical Pearls. Real cases, practical tips, and live Q&A for optometrists of all levels.

The Details:
📅 Wednesday, 20 May 2026
🕕 6:00 PM AEST
✅ 1.25Ti OAA CPD Hours

Don’t miss out—bring your questions and join the conversation!

👉 Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1988367885872?aff=oddtdtcreator

22/04/2026

Proud to stand alongside this message this Earth Day. 🌏

At Vision for Life Institute, our values strongly align with the recognition that protecting our environment is intrinsically linked to protecting eye health outcomes.

As part of our ongoing commitment, we actively offset our carbon emissions through reforestation and carbon sequestration initiatives, contributing to improved climate resilience and water security in the Peruvian Andes.

We’re also proud that all of our surgeons operate from Mount Gravatt Private Hospital — a facility designed with sustainability at its core — ensuring we are reducing our environmental footprint while continuing to deliver high-quality care.

Small, consistent actions across healthcare can create meaningful impact — for our patients, our communities, and our planet. 🌱

Climate change has emerged as one of the most concerning issues impacting global health over the last decade. While it may not seem immediately apparent, climate change can have a significant impact on our vision, and understanding this link is crucial to addressing the issue.