QEII Halifax Infirmary Emergency Department is working with reduced space, which may lead to delays for those with less urgent concerns. Learn more here.
Nova Scotia Health has made changes to parking and the main entrance of the QEII Halifax Infirmary. Learn more.
The pamphlet explains the possible risks of cataract surgery, what will happen on the day of surgery, instructions for going home, care at home, and how to use eye drops. A list of symptoms that need medical attention is included. This pamphlet is also available in French.
A corneal transplant can be done to improve vision, relieve pain, or treat a severe infection. This pamphlet explains the 3 main types of corneal transplants, what to expect after surgery, things to remember, and how to use eye drops. This pamphlet is also available in French.
A corneal ulcer is an open sore on your cornea (the clear, front part of your eye) usually caused by an infection. This pamphlet explains how a corneal ulcer is treated and gives information on pain and follow-up.
La présente publication explique à quoi s’attendre après l’opération (suture ajustable, pansement, médicaments, vision double). Il traite aussi de la façon d’appliquer l’onguent pour les yeux et des soins de suivi. This pamphlet is also available in English.
Le décollement postérieur du vitré (DPV) est un problème oculaire fréquent pouvant entraîner l’apparition de corps flottants (points ou taches) et d’éclairs. Ce dépliant présente les causes du DPV, ses symptômes ainsi que sa détection. This pamphlet is also available in English.
The pamphlet describes disorders related to diabetes and the eyes, their treatment, and how to control them. Diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema are explained. This pamphlet is also available in French.
Your vision must meet certain standards for you to have a driver’s license in Nova Scotia. This explains the tests that may be used to see if it is still safe for you to drive is given.
Endophthalmitis is a type of severe (very bad) eye infection. It can lead to permanent vision loss in the infected eye. This pamphlet explains the possible treatments for endophthalmitis, and gives information about follow-up and pain.
This pamphlet explains what to expect before, during, and after surgery to repair a blocked tear duct. It includes information about pain, cold compresses, dressings, after care, and follow-up.
Un examen du champ visuel mesure votre vision périphérique et votre vision périphérique moyenne (vision de côté). Ce dépliant vous explique comment vous préparer à l’examen, le déroulement de l'examen et précise si vous pouvez conduire après l'examen et comment obtenir les résultats. This pamphlet is also available in English.