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Cataracts
Over time some people experience a clouding of the lens of their eye. This clouding will cause impaired vision as the cataract worsens. The problem can be corrected by removing the interior portion of the lens and replacing it with an IOP (interocular lens). Depending on the type of lens chosen, post-surgery results can be such that corrective lenses are not required to be worn. Cataract surgery is a procedure that takes about 30 minutes and does not require a hospital stay.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a term we used to describe a group of eye diseases that result from damage to the optic nerve often associated with increased pressure inside the eye.
Patients with glaucoma do not experience any symptoms until damage has already occurred to the optic nerve and vision is affected. This is why it is important for patients above the age of 40 to have regular vision pressure tests.
Dry Eyes
Dry Eye Syndrome is caused by inadequate tear film as a result of insufficient tear film production or excessive evaporation of tears. Dry Eyes can be serious because the condition can lead to impaired vision, scarring of the cornea and infection.
The composition of healthy tear film is a delicate balance that can be affected by such things aging, medications and allergens. New technologies exist to help the various glands and ducts of the eye maintain healthy function to alleviate Dry Eye Syndrome.
Retinal Disease
Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is a gradual, progressive and painless deterioration of the central part of the retina. Since AMD only affect the centre of the retina patients do not lose their site entirely. However, the center of the retina is the part that perceives detail; hence, those with AMD experience difficulty reading, watching TV or driving.
Oculoplastics
Oculplastics is a subspeciality of Ophthalmology dealing with diseases and conditions of the areas immediately surrounding the eye (eg. eyelids, eyebrows, tear duct system and the tissue that supports and protects the eye known as the orbit). Conditions that affect these areas can arise due to congenital defects, aging, injury and tumours. Some oculoplastic conditions, if not treated, can result in pain, impaired vision and damage to the eye.
Paediatric Ophthalmology
Paediatric Ophthalmology is a sub-specialty of General Ophthalmology that deals with the development of eye systems and diseases that can affect normal development of the eyes in children.
Amongst other things, a Paediatric Ophthalmologist will treat children with a misalignment of the eyes or a lazy eye such that, as the child grows, their condition is managed and minimized as much as possible. A Paediatric Ophthalmologist is qualified to perform complex eye surgery to correct such conditions.
Dr. Goldberg received his M.D. degree from the University of Toronto in 1974 and completed his residency in Ophthalmology at the University of Toronto in 1978. In 1978 he became a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (Canada) as well as a Diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology. From 1980 to present Dr. Goldberg has been a consulting Ophthalmologist at Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver with associated private practice. He has held the positions of Head of the Division of Ophthalmology and Chief of Surgery at Lions Gate Hospital as well as Medical Director of Northmount Eye Surgical Centre. His main interests are Cataract and Refractive Surgery, and Glaucoma. 
Dr. Tischler graduated from UBC Medical School in 1980, completed a residency in Ophthalmology at McGill University in 1986 followed by a year of specialized Pediatric Ophthalmology training in Washington, DC. He is on the medical staff at Lions Gate Hospital and BC Childrens Hospital. He is the head of the Division of Ophthalmology at Lions Gate Hospital. His main interest is cataract surgery with intraocular lens implantation. He is happy to see patients with general ophthalmic problems including glaucoma & pediatric ophthalmology. 
Dr. Chen received her M.D. degree in 1981 and completed her residency training in ophthalmology in 1986 - both at the University of British Columbia. She also became a diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology in 1990. She is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, University of British Columbia and is involved with medical student teaching. She has been practicing general medical ophthalmology in North Vancouver since 1987 and is on active staff at Lions Gate Hospital. 
Dr. Denton completed his Bachelor of Science degree at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Ontario, graduating on the dean’s honour list. He completed his medical degree and residency training at Queen’s University, where he also served as Chief Resident in Ophthalmology. Dr. Denton became a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC) in 2006 and a Diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology the following year. 
