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Fendalton Eye Clinic - Laser Eye Surgery Centre
As an alternative to prescription glasses or contact lenses we offer the widest range of corrective surgical procedures to truly personalise the best treatment option for your eyes; LASIK, SMILEpro, PRK, Refractive Lens Exchange and Cataract Surgery.  Fendalton Eye Clinic also offers treatment options for keratoconus including corneal cross-linking and keraring surgery.

Fendalton Eye Clinic - Laser Eye Surgery Centre have state of the art equipment, with the accuracy and precision of the Visumax800 femtosecond laser allowing Dr David Kent and Dr Zea Munro to deliver the most advanced laser corrective procedures available in the world. The Visumax800 femtosecond laser allows Fendalton Eye Clinic to add SMILEpro treatments to the range of vision correction options.

Fendalton Eye Clinic - Laser Eye Surgery Centre is the only fully accredited laser eye surgery centre in the South Island.

We have a highly trained team of eye care professionals in order to deliver the best possible quality of care and results. Our team consists of ophthalmologists, optometrists, technical staff, theatre nurse and administrative staff.

Staff

Jane Patterson - Optometrist and Business Manager

Kathryn Martin - Practice Manager

Sarah Clayden - Optometrist

Nick Jackson - Lead Ophthalmic Technician

Jonathan Clements - Senior Ophthalmic Technician

Monette Pacheco - Ophthalmic Technician 

Susan Arps - RN, Theatre Nurse

Rachel Thompson - Medical Receptionist

Jenay Hanson - Medical Receptionist

Consultants

How do I access this service?

Contact us

T: 0800 37 39 37
E: info@lasik.co.nz
Book online for free eye laser screening appointments with a technician

Fendalton Eye Clinic is an affiliated provider with Southern Cross Healthcare Insurance for selected services and a NIB First Choice Health Provider

Make an appointment

For an appointment with Dr Kent or Dr Munro, please contact us 0800 37 39 37 or email info@lasik.co.nz

Free laser screening suitability assessments are currently being offered in ChristchurchNelson, QueenstownDunedin, and Invercargill. Free online assessments are also available via Zoom or telephone. Book an appointment here

Our complimentary screening assessment with a technician is not a full eye examination and we do not prescribe spectacles. The readings we take at the initial screening assessment are to determine if you are suitable for a refractive procedure, it is not a substitute for a comprehensive eye examination with an optometrist or an ophthalmologist.

Hours

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Mon – Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Common Conditions / Procedures / Treatments

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Common Conditions / Procedures / Treatments

Smilepro Eye Laser

SMILEpro eye laser (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction) surgery is the latest advancement in laser eye surgery. Is a minimally invasive laser eye surgery procedure suitable for the correction of myopia (short sightedness) or moderate amounts of astigmatism.

Service types: Laser vision correction.

SMILEpro eye laser (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction) surgery is the latest advancement in laser eye surgery. Is a minimally invasive laser eye surgery procedure suitable for the correction of myopia (short sightedness) or moderate amounts of astigmatism.

LASIK Surgery

LASIK (Laser Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis). LASIK is the most commonly performed laser eye surgery procedure throughout the world. If you are short-sighted, long-sighted or have astigmatism LASIK may be an option for you to correct your focusing error.

Service types: Laser vision correction.

LASIK (Laser Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis).  LASIK is the most commonly performed laser eye surgery procedure throughout the world. If you are short-sighted, long-sighted or have astigmatism LASIK may be an option for you to correct your focusing error.

Advanced Surface Treatment (PRK)

Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK) is the original excimer eye laser technique. Dr David Kent was the first surgeon to perform PRK in the South Island in 1997. PRK is recommended as an alternative to LASIK or SMILEpro eye laser for people with a thin cornea; a cornea that does not have a symmetrical shape; or anyone whose lifestyle places them at high risk of an eye injury.

Service types: Laser vision correction.

Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK) is the original excimer eye laser technique. Dr David Kent was the first surgeon to perform PRK in the South Island in 1997.  PRK is recommended as an alternative to LASIK or SMILEpro eye laser for people with a thin cornea; a cornea that does not have a symmetrical shape; or anyone whose lifestyle places them at high risk of an eye injury.

Cataracts | Cataract repair

Achieving spectacle independence or reducing spectacle dependence is a goal for many of our patients undergoing cataract surgery or refractive lens exchange surgery. Fendalton Eye Clinic offers three types of intraocular lenses (IOLs) for reducing dependence on near vision spectacles after cataract surgery or refractive lens exchange with intraocular lenses. There are pro's and con's of each option which will be discussed with you to determine the option that will fit best with your lifestyle. Trifocal intraocular lenses (IOLs). Trifocal IOLs are designed to provide clear vision for the greatest range of tasks. Providing seamless focus between every day activities such as driving, reading a computer screen at arm's length or reading a message on your phone at close range. Extended-depth-of-focus (EDoF) IOLs. EDoF IOLs are designed to provide a continuous range of clear vision for distance and intermediate tasks. With EDoF IOLs you can expect to need to wear reading spectacles for close work and prolonged reading. Monovision or “blended vision” with monofocal IOLs. A monofocal IOL provides clear vision at a set distance. Monovision can be achieved using monofocal IOLs by having one eye with an IOL implanted for distance vision and the other eye having an IOL implanted for near vision. With both eyes working together vision is "blended" enabling you to see at distance and near. The latest IOL designs enable people to achieve greater visual freedom, however no IOL will restore your vision to what you had in your 20's. Each IOL option above provides different strengths, the best option for you comes down to a thorough ophthalmological consultation with Dr Kent or Dr Munro, in discussion with you regarding your lifestyle and visual priorities.

Achieving spectacle independence or reducing spectacle dependence is a goal for many of our patients undergoing cataract surgery or refractive lens exchange surgery.

Fendalton Eye Clinic offers three types of intraocular lenses (IOLs) for reducing dependence on near vision spectacles after cataract surgery or refractive lens exchange with intraocular lenses. There are pro's and con's of each option which will be discussed with you to determine the option that will fit best with your lifestyle. 

  • Trifocal intraocular lenses (IOLs).  Trifocal IOLs are designed to provide clear vision for the greatest range of tasks. Providing seamless focus between every day activities such as driving, reading a computer screen at arm's length or reading a message on your phone at close range.  
  • Extended-depth-of-focus (EDoF) IOLs. EDoF IOLs are designed to provide a continuous range of clear vision for distance and intermediate tasks. With EDoF IOLs you can expect to need to wear reading spectacles for close work and prolonged reading.
  • Monovision or “blended vision” with monofocal IOLs. A monofocal IOL provides clear vision at a set distance. Monovision can be achieved using monofocal IOLs by having one eye with an IOL implanted for distance vision and the other eye having an IOL implanted for near vision. With both eyes working together vision is "blended" enabling you to see at distance and near.

The latest IOL designs enable people to achieve greater visual freedom, however no IOL will restore your vision to what you had in your 20's. Each IOL option above provides different strengths, the best option for you comes down to a thorough ophthalmological consultation with Dr Kent or Dr Munro, in discussion with you regarding your lifestyle and visual priorities.

Implantable contact lens (ICLs)

If LASIK, SMILEpro or PRK is not suitable for your eyes due to either a high prescription, thin cornea, abnormal corneal shape or significant dry eye, then implantable contact lenses (ICL) may be your best option for treating your myopia (short-sightedness), hyperopia (long-sightedness), or astigmatism. Dr Kent was the first currently practicing eye surgeon to perform this type of surgery in New Zealand.

If LASIK, SMILEpro or PRK is not suitable for your eyes due to either a high prescription, thin cornea, abnormal corneal shape or significant dry eye, then implantable contact lenses (ICL) may be your best option for treating your myopia (short-sightedness), hyperopia (long-sightedness), or astigmatism.

Dr Kent was the first currently practicing eye surgeon to perform this type of surgery in New Zealand. 

Keratoconus Treatments

Fendalton Eye Clinic offers corneal cross-linking to help strengthen the cornea and halt progression of keratoconus. If the shape of the eye has already become distorted due to keratoconus, a Keraring (corneal inlay or intracorneal ring segment) may be an option for you following a ophthalmological consultation with Dr Kent or Dr Munro. A keraring is inserted into the cornea to help regularise the corneal shape.

Service types: Keratoconus (cornea thinning and bulging outwards).

Fendalton Eye Clinic offers corneal cross-linking to help strengthen the cornea and halt progression of keratoconus. 

If the shape of the eye has already become distorted due to keratoconus, a Keraring (corneal inlay or intracorneal ring segment) may be an option for you following a ophthalmological consultation with Dr Kent or Dr Munro. A keraring is inserted into the cornea to help regularise the corneal shape.

Corneal surgery

Laser refractive surgery: LASIK and PRK laser treatments are used to correct refractive or focusing errors by reshaping the cornea. Keratoplasty (corneal transplant): the damaged cornea is removed and replaced with one from a donor.

Laser refractive surgery: LASIK and PRK laser treatments are used to correct refractive or focusing errors by reshaping the cornea.

Keratoplasty (corneal transplant): the damaged cornea is removed and replaced with one from a donor.

Keratoconus (cornea thinning and bulging outwards)

Keratoconus is a progressive eye disease in which the cornea, the clear, front surface of the eye becomes thin and cone-shaped, which distorts vision.

Keratoconus is a progressive eye disease in which the cornea, the clear, front surface of the eye becomes thin and cone-shaped, which distorts vision.

Laser vision correction

Laser vision correction (laser eye surgery) is a procedure that uses a laser to reshape the front surface of the eye (cornea), improving how light is focused onto the retina. It is commonly used to correct refractive errors such as myopia (short sightedness), hyperopia (long sightedness) and astigmatism, reducing dependance on prescription glasses or contact lenses. Common types of laser surgery are: LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy) SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction).

Laser vision correction (laser eye surgery) is a procedure that uses a laser to reshape the front surface of the eye (cornea), improving how light is focused onto the retina. It is commonly used to correct refractive errors such as myopia (short sightedness), hyperopia (long sightedness) and astigmatism, reducing dependance on prescription glasses or contact lenses.

Common types of laser surgery are:

  • LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis)
  • PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy)
  • SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction).
Pterygium (noncancerous growth on conjunctiva)

Pterygium is thickened growth on the conjunctiva (the clear membrane covering the white part of the eye), common in people who spend a lot of time in the sun or work outdoors.

Pterygium is thickened growth on the conjunctiva (the clear membrane covering the white part of the eye), common in people who spend a lot of time in the sun or work outdoors.

Disability Assistance

Wheelchair access, Wheelchair accessible toilet, Mobility parking space

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Parking

Free off street parking is available directly outside our clinic at 10 Ōtara Street (adjacent to the Fendalton Shopping Mall carpark off Memorial Avenue)

Accommodation

Fendalton Eye Clinic, in conjunction with the Commodore Hotel and the Airport Palms Motel, is delighted to offer special accommodation rates to all clients of the Fendalton Eye Clinic.  For more information, please click here.

Pharmacy

Fendalton Mall Pharmacy is conveniently located across the carpark from the clinic.

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Contact Details

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Free eye laser suitability assessments with a member of our experienced technical team are available in Christchurch, Nelson, Queenstown, Dunedin, and Invercargill

To book an appointment for a free assessment wth a technician, click here.

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10 Otara Street
Fendalton
Christchurch
Canterbury 8053

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10 Ōtara Street
Fendalton
Christchurch
Canterbury 8053

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Fendalton Eye Clinic
PO Box 42027
Tower Junction
Christchurch 8149

This page was last updated at 3:26PM on June 26, 2025. This information is reviewed and edited by Fendalton Eye Clinic.