Our Team

Dr Monique Camacho
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OPHTHALMOLOGIST

Dr Monique Camacho

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB), BSc(Hons), MBBCh (Wits), FCOphth (SA), MMed (Wits) Cum Laude

Dr Monique Camacho is an experienced, fellowship trained ophthalmologist and ophthalmic surgeon with a special interest in refractive cataract surgery, laser vision correction, ocular surface disease, keratoconus, diabetic eye disease and myopia control in children. – See Services

Dr Monique Camacho’s personable, professional approach and best-in-class surgical skills allow you to be an active participant in your eye health.

optometrist

Ina van Wyk

B.Optom (RAU), CAS (NECO)

Ina is a dedicated and compassionate optometrist who’s made a positive impact on many of her patients’ lives over the years. Her 30 years of experience as an optometrist have undoubtedly given her a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the field. In addition to her passion for the clinical aspects of her work, Ina finds fulfillment in being a part of her patients’ journeys towards vision correction – whether it be laser vision correction, cataract surgery or corneal transplant. Her willingness to build a relationship with her patients and make them feel at ease is a valuable asset that contributes to better patient outcomes and a more positive overall experience.

ophthalmic assistant

Leandri van Wyngaard

Leandri has a passion for providing the best possible service to her patients. As a level 2 trained ophthalmic assistant, she has a valuable role in supporting ophthalmologist Dr Monique Camacho’s team and ensuring that patients receive high-quality care. Furthermore, Leandri takes pride in assisting with finding the best artificial lenses called intraocular lenses for patients. This is an important aspect of cataract surgery and can have a significant impact on a patient’s vision and quality of life. She’s willing to go the extra mile to ensure that patients receive the best possible rates through her relationships with various medical aid companies.

ophthalmic assistant

Zelda von Broembsen

Zelda has extensive experience as a level 2 trained ophthalmic assistant and is highly skilled in her field. Her dedication to ensuring that tests are as accurate as possible is a testament to her commitment to providing the best possible care. Zelda’s interests lie in glaucoma diagnosis and care. Glaucoma is a serious eye condition that can cause irreversible vision loss if not detected and treated early. Her focus on this area of care shows her dedication to staying up-to-date with the latest advances in ophthalmology. Zelda’s gift for accuracy and efficiency, coupled with her interest in glaucoma diagnosis and care, make her a standout ophthalmic assistant.

ophthalmic assistant

Shimeez Fransman

The newest addition to our team, Shimeez is enthusiastic about her new career in clinical medicine as an ophthalmic assistant. She’s a quick learner with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn – a valuable contribution to our ophthalmology team. Shimeez has attained her ophthalmic assistant qualification and she is committed to providing the best possible care to patients at Dr Camacho’s practice.