Adelaide Eye & Laser Centre

What Adelaide Eye & Laser Centre does

Adelaide Eye & Laser Centre (AE&LC) is a privately held, purpose-built ophthalmic consulting and surgical practice located on Level 1, 215 Greenhill Road, Eastwood in metropolitan Adelaide, South Australia. Founded in 1996 by Medical Director Dr Peter Ingham, who introduced refractive laser surgery to South Australia in 1992, the practice offers a comprehensive ophthalmology portfolio including laser vision correction (SMILE Pro via Zeiss VisuMax femtosecond laser, LASIK and PRK via Alcon Wavelight EX500 excimer laser), cataract surgery, corneal surgery and cross-linking, glaucoma management, refractive lens exchange, and phakic intraocular lenses. Clinical diagnostics are supported by Alcon Wavelight Oculyzer and Topolyzer with Contoura Vision topography-guided planning, alongside Phorcides planning software routinely used for all Contoura cases.

The practice generates revenue primarily through one-time surgical and consultation fees, with self-pay laser vision correction priced at AUD $2,900-$3,580 per eye (effective 1 September 2025) and complementary in-house 12-month payment plans plus third-party MediPay financing for affordability. Cataract and corneal procedures are largely covered by Medicare or private health insurance. Distribution is direct-to-consumer via a website with online booking (Acuity Scheduling), an online suitability test, patient testimonial videos, and a complimentary 20-minute initial assessment offered in-person or via Zoom tele-consultation, supplemented by optometry and GP referral co-management relationships.

AE&LC serves individual patients across five primary segments: laser vision correction candidates, cataract patients, corneal disease patients (including keratoconus), glaucoma patients, and presbyopia patients over 50 unsuitable for laser correction. All surgical procedures are performed at affiliated ParkView Day Surgery, located in the same building under a joint venture formalized in July 2020. The clinical team comprises Dr Ingham, sub-specialty trained ophthalmologists Dr Ben LaHood and Dr Simone Beheregaray, clinical optometrists, an orthoptist, medical and patient services staff, with Dr Ingham having personally completed more than 25,000 laser and 20,000 cataract procedures over the practice's lifetime.

Name

Adelaide Eye & Laser Centre

Legal name

Adelaide Eye & Laser Centre

Website

https://aelc.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Adelaide Eye & Laser Centre is a privately held Adelaide ophthalmology practice founded in 1996 by Dr Peter Ingham, offering laser vision correction (SMILE Pro, LASIK, PRK), cataract, corneal, glaucoma, and refractive lens exchange procedures to individual patients using Zeiss and Alcon Wavelight laser systems.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ophthalmology and Laser Vision Correction Services

NAICS

Offices of Optometrists (62132)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Ophthalmology Clinics (Medical & Surgical Eye Care) (HLAKAKAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Cornea, External Disease & Refractive Surgery (LASIK/PRK) (HLAKAKAF)

Keywords

• Laser vision correction
• Ophthalmology services
• Cataract surgery
• Refractive surgery
• Corneal surgery

Headquarters

HQ city

Eastwood

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Surgical Procedures: One-time surgical fees for laser vision correction (SMILE Pro, LASIK, PRK), cataract surgery, corneal surgery, glaucoma treatment, and refractive lens exchange. Prices vary by procedure type.
2. Consultation Fees: Fees for ophthalmology consultations including initial assessments, pre-operative consultations, and post-operative follow-up appointments.
3. Payment Plans: Laser Vision Payment Plan allows patients to spread costs over 12 months with initial deposit and monthly payments. Early payout available with discount.
4. MediPay Financing: Third-party financing partner MediPay provides payment plans for medical, dental and cosmetic treatments with fast approval process.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Adelaide Eye & Laser Centre is a purpose-built ophthalmic consulting and surgical practice delivering laser vision correction (SMILE Pro, LASIK, PRK with Contoura Vision), cataract surgery, corneal surgery including cross-linking, refractive lens exchange, and glaucoma management. Surgical procedures are performed at affiliated ParkView Day Surgery co-located in the same building, with patient care beginning via a complimentary 20-minute assessment and progressing through a 2-hour consultation to surgery and post-operative follow-up.

Product overview

Adelaide Eye & Laser Centre is a purpose-built ophthalmic consulting and surgical practice offering a comprehensive suite of eye care services. The core portfolio centers on three primary surgical categories: laser vision correction (including SMILE Pro, LASIK, and PRK procedures), cataract surgery, and corneal surgery. Supporting services include glaucoma management, refractive lens exchange, and phakic intraocular lenses. The practice integrates advanced diagnostic and treatment technology from Alcon Wavelight (EX500 Excimer laser, Oculyzer, Topolyzer with Contoura software) and Zeiss (VisuMax femtosecond laser), supported by Phorcides treatment planning software. Patient-facing tools include an online suitability assessment and flexible payment plans. With over 25 years of experience and more than 25,000 laser procedures completed, the practice positions itself as a comprehensive eye health provider.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Eye Laser Surgery (SMILE Pro, LASIK, PRK) Comprehensive laser vision correction services including SMILE Pro (minimally invasive keyhole procedure using the VisuMax femtosecond laser), LASIK (flap-based procedure using the Excimer laser), and PRK (surface ablation for thinner or irregular corneas) for individuals seeking to reduce dependency on glasses and contact lenses.
• Contoura Vision Topography-guided custom vision correction treatment that analyses corneal topography maps to design a personalized treatment unique to each patient, achieving 20/20 vision or better in 93% of patients when combined with Phorcides planning software.
• Cataract Surgery Surgical removal of cataracts with artificial lens implantation performed at affiliated ParkView Day Surgery, with over 20,000 procedures completed by the medical team. Medicare or private health insurance cover most or all of the cost depending on coverage level.
• Corneal Surgery and Cross-Linking Corneal procedures including corneal cross-linking to strengthen and stabilise the cornea for keratoconus treatment, preventing disease progression and supporting all forms of corneal transplantation. Medicare or private health insurance covers most or all costs depending on cover level.
• Refractive Lens Exchange Lens replacement surgery for patients unsuitable for laser vision correction, particularly those over 50 with presbyopia or prescriptions outside safe laser treatment ranges.
• Glaucoma Management Comprehensive glaucoma care including surgical therapy, laser therapy, and medical therapy for managing intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage.
• Laser Vision Payment Plan Financing option allowing patients to spread laser procedure costs over 12 monthly payments, with total costs ranging from $3,180-$3,580 per eye depending on procedure type (SMILE Pro, LASIK, PRK). Pricing effective from 1 September 2025.

Quantifiable outcome

• 93% of patients achieve 20/20 vision or better with Contoura Vision treatment

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ParkView Day SurgerycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParkView Day Surgery is located in the same building as Adelaide Eye & Laser Centre, providing a seamless experience for patients undergoing surgical procedures. All laser vision correction and other surgical procedures are performed at this affiliated facility. The joint venture announcement was made in July 2020.
• Royal Society for the BlindminorOthersAE&LC contributes quarterly donations to the Royal Society for the Blind (RSB), an organisation providing services to people with vision impairment who cannot benefit from surgical procedures offered by the centre. This community support initiative helps RSB continue providing services to patients AE&LC cannot directly assist.
• The 2h ProjectminorOthersThe 2h Project is listed as one of the community organisations supported by Adelaide Eye & Laser Centre, though specific details about the nature of support are limited.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Others

• Alcon: Manufacturer of the Wavelight EX500 Excimer laser, Oculyzer, Topolyzer, and Contoura Vision software used by the practice. Adjacent ecosystem participant as the OEM supplier of the practice's core refractive surgery platform.
• Carl Zeiss Meditec: Manufacturer of the VisuMax femtosecond laser used by the practice for SMILE and LASIK flap creation. Adjacent ecosystem participant as the OEM supplier of the practice's most differentiated technology platform.

Broad incumbents

• Optical Express: UK and European refractive surgery and optical retail chain performing high-volume LASIK, LASEK, and SMILE procedures. Comparable as a high-volume, multi-site refractive provider leveraging integrated marketing and same core laser platforms.
• TLC Laser Eye Centres: Large North American refractive surgery chain operating corporate-owned laser centres offering LASIK, PRK, and SMILE. Comparable as a multi-site refractive surgery provider with similar technology stack and consumer-direct marketing model.
• LASIK MD: Canada's largest provider of laser vision correction, operating numerous clinics with corporate-scale marketing and identical excimer/femtosecond technology. Directly comparable business model of consumer-facing refractive surgery at scale.

Direct peers

• Perth Laser Vision: Specialist refractive surgery clinic in Western Australia offering LASIK, PRK, and SMILE. Directly comparable as a regional Australian refractive surgery centre using similar femtosecond/excimer platforms and consumer marketing approach.
• Vision Eye Institute: Australia's largest private ophthalmology provider operating multiple clinics across Victoria, NSW, Queensland, and South Australia. Directly comparable as a private ophthalmology group offering LASIK, cataract, and glaucoma services with multi-site footprint that the subject company lacks.
• PersonalEYES: Sydney-based private ophthalmology group offering LASIK, cataract, and lens surgery across multiple locations. Comparable as an Australian private refractive and cataract surgery provider with similar surgeon-led, multi-procedure model.
• NewVision Clinics: Australian refractive surgery provider operating clinics in Melbourne and other cities, offering LASIK, ASLA/PRK, and ICL procedures. Comparable consumer-facing refractive surgery model with similar technology positioning.
• Eye Surgery Associates (Melbourne): Multi-consultant ophthalmology practice in Melbourne offering cataract, refractive, glaucoma, and corneal surgery. Comparable as an Australian private ophthalmology group with sub-specialty trained surgeons and similar service portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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