Ophthalmology
Providing a wide range of surgical procedures for medical eye conditions,the best up-to-date patient care, in a patient friendly setting, with the backing of long term staff.
The Opthalmology department at Bon Secours Hospital Tralee is led by two expert Consultant Ophthalmologists Mr David Wallace and Mr Paidi O'Domhnaill. Our Opthalmologists are dedicated to providing the best up-to-date patient care, in a patient friendly setting, with the backing of long term staff; including their Practice Manager and Specialist Nurses. Our Consultants provide a wide range of surgical procedures for medical eye conditions.
Ophthalmology Services:
- Cataract Surgery
- Eyelid Surgery
- Intravitreal treatment for Age Related Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy and Retinal vein occlusions
- Diode laser treatment for Diabetic eye disease
- Yag laser treatment
- Screening and Management of Diabetic eye disease, Age Related Macular Degeneration and Glaucoma
- Assessment and treatment of cornea and ocular surface disease, including Dry Eye Syndrome
Mr Conor Lyons
CONSULTANT OPHTHALMIC SURGEON
Biography
A native of West Limerick, Mr Conor Lyons graduated with honours from NUIG in 2015. Mr Lyons completed his Ophthalmic training in both Ireland and the UK and has worked in various hospitals during this time, University Hospital Limerick, The Stanley Eye Unit in Wales, Royal Gwent Hospital Wales and University Hospital Wales.
Mr Lyons was awarded a Fellowship of The Royal College of Ophthalmology UK in 2021 and received his certificate of completion in surgical training in 2023. Mr Lyons also recently completed a subspecialty Fellowship in glaucoma surgery at the Bristol Eye Hospital. In addition to management of patients with glaucoma, Mr Lyons is also trained in all aspects of comprehensive ophthalmology including cataract surgery. Mr Lyons will hold rooms at the Eye Clinic here in the Bon Secours Hospital Tralee.
Qualifications
BSc(Optom) MB BCh BAOContact Details
- Mr Conor Lyons
- The Eye Clinic, Bon Secours Hospital Tralee, Co. Kerry.
Mr. Paidi O'Domhnaill
Consultant Ophthalmologist
Biography
Mr Paidi O’ Domhnaill, originally from Ventry, graduated from Trinity College Dublin in 1982. Mr O’Domhnaill received his Diploma in Opthalmology in 1985 and became a Fellow in Opthalmic Surgery at the Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland in 1987. Mr O’Domhnaill received all of his Specialist training in Ireland; previously appointed at the Royal Eye and Ear Hospital in Dublin. Mr O’Domhnaill is a member of the Irish College of Opthalmologists and carries out general Ophthalmological procedures within the Bon Secours Hospital Tralee such as, lid surgery, Yag laser and Glaucoma Laser
Areas of Interest
Mr O’ Domhnaill has a specialist interest in all aspects of general ophthalmology; including glaucoma and dry eye.
Mr. David Wallace
Consultant Ophthalmologist
Biography
Mr Wallace,a Limerick native, graduated in medicine from University College Cork in 1991. Following graduation, Mr Wallace was awarded a Diploma in Child Health in 1993 and a Diploma in Ophthalmology from the Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland in 1995. As well as receiving a Diploma in Medical Management from the Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland in 1996, the same year Mr Wallace became a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (Ophth) and the Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland (Ophth). Mr Wallace was awarded the European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma in 1997. Mr Wallace completed his Specialist training in Ireland which included working at the Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital, Mater and Beaumont Hospitals in Dublin. During this time, Mr Wallace was a Clinical tutor for Trinity College. Mr Wallace has participated in publications, research projects and presentations, which includes presenting at the Irish Royal College of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting and the Royal Academy of Medicine.
Specialist Interest
Mr Wallace has a specialist interest in Cataract and Eyelid Surgery. He has performed over 6,000 Cataract operations and is supported in his surgery by experienced Anaesthetic colleagues, Clinic and Nursing team. He is assisted in the practice by his colleague Mr Paidi O’Domhnaill in providing a comprehensive eye service, including care of Patients with Glaucoma and Age-related Macular Degeneration
Education
1991 M.B, B.Ch., B.A.O
1993 Diploma in Child Health
1995 Diploma in Opthalmology (RCSI)
1995-1996 Diploma in Medical Management (RCSI)
1996 FRCSEd
1996 FRCSI (Opth)
1997 European Board of Opthalmology Diploma
Previous Appointments & Training Posts
Cork University Hospital
Erinville Hospital Cork
Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital, Dublin
St Vincents Hospital, Dublin
Mater Misericordiae Hospital, Dublin
National Children’s Hopital
Beaumont Hospital, Dublin
Professional Affiliations
Member of Irish College of Ophthalmologists
Member of American Academy of Ophthalmologists
