Tauranga Eye Specialists

Kia ora. Dr Kent Chow was my surgeon for removing my cataracts in both eyes. He fully explained what was going to happen and explained every step of the procedure to me while he was operating. I felt very comfortable, not anxious at all and the surgery went well. Dr Chow contacted me a few days after the surgery as a follow up and to ensure I had an appt for a post surgery checkup. Everything went well and I am so happy with the result of my much improved eyesight. Thankyou so much.

Dr Kent Chow has restored my sight. I have worn glasses for 40 years and now no longer require them. Both his and his team's professionalism and reassurance throughout could not be faulted.

I recently had a Bilateral Lower Lid Ectropian Repair (tear duct widening) by Dr Kent Chow. I found his professionalism, surgical skills, his ability to explain clearly the whole procedure & warm friendly personality very reassuring. A great outcome by Kent & his wonderful team at Tauranga Eye Specialists - thank you so much!

I had a great experience thanks.
I was pleased with promptness of appointments and not much sitting around.
Good explanations and felt well cared for.
The only problem was car parking! But you will know how much of a problem that is

A note of appreciation and gratitude for the surgery to my right eye. Visual acuity has changed dramatically - I didn’t know my hair was so white. Whites are incredibly whiter, colours brighter, and shapes sharper than ever before. Top marks. Thank you for your professional service and being there for me.

I gladly recommend Dr Kent Chow and his colleagues at Tauranga Eye Specialists. A great group of people who make such a difference to so many individuals lives. After having cataract surgery about two months ago all is (looking) up, what a difference! Kents approach to the entire process was incredibly reassuring and very much appreciated, you just knew you were in very good hands. A big thanks to Kent and the Team.

My grandmother recently saw Dr Kent Chow, she can not speak highly enough of him and his professionalism. Highly recommend!

A big shout out to the team at Tauranga Eye Specialists. The speed at which they responded to my urgent need for treatment was more than I expected and the friendly and helpful follow up was a credit to the organisation. Thanks

I underwent a blepharoplasties (eyelid correction) on both eyes on 5th March. I know 2 people who had this op 2 or 3 years ago and each said it was all quite simple and straight forward. I did not have that experience and found it all quite traumatic. The op itself was ok with good support from the assistant staff. I was given disolving stitches and had no eye coverings when I left surgery. I was given a lot of verbal information before I left but was in a bit of a grogggy state so did not take it all in. I was given an infomration sheet and told to return in 16 days time.
After a week I would really have a appreciated a follow up call about my progress. I did ring but got very little support. I felt very uncomfortable with the 'lotion' on my eyelids and was not sure if what I was experiencing was normal.
At the follow up visit I was told that my eyelids were as he expected. The doctor did not even inspect my eyes. I did not feel at all happy as I was still having pain when I touched the scars and there are 'lumps' of flesh at the end of each scar. I visited my local optician the next week and he found that there were still stitches in the 'lumps' at the outer edges of the lids. He managed to get one out but the other 2 did not come out until a week or so later after I had massaged the scars with Bio-oil. Two weeks later my optician confirmed that the stitches were gone. He advised that it may take 3 to 6 months for complete recovery.
I also have cataracts and I have found that as a result of the op, I am aware of more light coming in but it is fuzzy light because of the cataracts. I therefore cannot appreciate the results of the op. I am organising to have the cataracts dealt with now but that of course, is another huge expense. I am disappointed with this experience.
Two weeks since posting my review, I have had a phone call from Kent enquiring about my experience. He was most concerned and listened all my comments in a very positive way. He clarified some of my issues and was interested in my suggestions, in particular, about after an after-op phone call.
I look forward to seeing Kent again to orgnaise the cataraxt operation.

I was faced with having a procedure that at first was very daunting. However with the amazing support of the team at the Tauranga Eye Clinic I was well informed and supported with coming to terms with it. Dr Chow performed the procedure with great results. I cannot speak highly enough of the way he and his team have treated me.
Cheers Leigh Carter

I have recently had my final checkup following cataract surgery in both eyes which included the implantation of a toric lens in my right eye. From my first visit, and through both surgical procedures, I was dealt with in a completely professional and sensitive manner. The result has been INCREDIBLE. My distance vision is now fantastic and the clarity and vivid colours are amazing. I can thoroughly recommend Dr Kent Chow.

Dr Chow recently removed my cataracts & replaced my lenses with one each of the specialised Alcon Panoptix & Alcon Vivity. I am absolutely delighted with the outcome. I don’t need glasses at all & can see really well at all distances including reading small print. I highly recommend Dr Chow & his team to others needing cataract surgery.

I walked out of Dr Kent Chow’s rooms with a smile as big as the Grand Canyon! His energy, positivity, love for what he does, and his desire to help people is a blessing, and he filled me with confidence for a positive outcome of having surgery on both my eyes. Mine was not a straight-forward situation only due to long ago surgery on my eyes, but he was able to reverse the negative of then, to the clear vision I have now. No need for spectacles anymore! Nothing from Dr Kent’s professionalism, through to every single staff member whom my husband and I came into contact with throughout the whole experience can be faulted. You are tops in our book and we will recommend you to others without hesitation. Thank you Kent.

5 star service from Dr Chow and his team. I have seen him twice now since he took over my care. He is kind, professional and caring. He explains everything clearly and gave me excellent advise for my ongoing treatment. Thank you

I am delighted with the outcome and treatment i have received during my cataract lens replacement and can recommend Tauranga Eye Specialists to anyone considering this treatment

The staff were really great and atentative right from the first visit and full explanations were very pleasant and thorough.
My eyesight has now improved greatly.
Thanks so much to Dr Chow and the team. Thank you so much everyone.

My cautionary review has dissappeared. Be very careful that surgery is necessary. 25 % don't work. My sight is worst and I have headaches. Not always explainef6

I (Sue Jeffery) recently had an entropion repair operation and had top class treatment. Dr Kent Chow, who did the operation, headed up an amazing team of caring, expert professionals. My whole experience from the first to final appointment was handled in a way that gave me confidence and assurance that I was in the best hands. Aaron who arranged my appointments has the best phone manner that I have ever come across in my life of 75 years.

On 28th October I had cataract and Ioc surgery by Dr Kent Chow, with folow-up on 16th November. Very happy with the efficient professional team, and Dr Chow's excellent work. I am so excited now to be clinically approved to drive without glasses. I experienced friendly caring staff throughout all processes.

Wonderful job, everyone made it so easy for me.
I can see without glasses, but I still can't hear my wife!
Best thing ever for my lego.