Specialty overview
Ophthalmologists diagnose, medically and surgically manage, and prevent disorders of the eyes and visual system. Conditions commonly treated by Ophthalmologists include retinal disease, glaucoma, neuro-ophthalmology, lacrimal and orbital disease, ocular inflammatory disorders and corneal disease.
Clinical practice
Ophthalmologists provide care within both public and private health care services, and may work within a variety of clinical settings, including surgical, emergency, outpatients and community care. Ophthalmologists will often work collaboratively with other health professionals, particularly in the case of chronic eye diseases.
Key statistics
2023 QLD Training program selections(first year)
74
eligible
2
selected
Number of Queensland and Australian specialists
Number of Queensland and Australian new fellows
Number of Queensland trainees and average work hours
Information on specialists
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Specialists over 60
This donut chart shows that 32% of specialists are aged over 60 years. -
Specialist intending to retire by 2032
This donut chart shows that 44% of 2022 workforce intend to retire by 2032. -
Location in Queensland
This donut chart shows the percentage of specialists by their location: 17.6% are located in regional Queensland, 82.4% are in major cities, and 0% are in remote regions. The chart highlights that a vast majority of specialists are based in major cities. -
Proportion Female/Male - QLD
79.7%
male20.3%
femaleThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of males and females. Males are 79.7%, Females are 20.3%. -
Public vs Private
91.2%
private8.8%
publicThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of public and private specialists. Private is 91.2%, Public is 8.8%.
Information on trainees
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Proportion female/male trainees in Queensland
57.9%
male42.1
femaleThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of males and females. Males are 57.9%, Females are 42.1%. -
2023 QLD Training program selections (first year)
74
eligible2
selectedThis doughnut chart shows the number of 2023 QLD Training Program Selections (First Year). 74 Eligible applications were received, 2 of those were selected.