Our Team

Dr Paul Giles

MBBS (Hons) FRANZCO

Paul Giles is a general Ophthalmologist working with Eye Clinic Albury Wodonga providing general ophthalmology services to Albury Wodonga and surrounds.

Dr Giles completed his undergraduate medical training at Monash University in 1992 and subsequently spent time at The Alfred Hospital in Melbourne and the Anatomy School at Monash University. In 1995 Dr Giles was awarded the Cedric Cohen prize for excellence in the basic science examinations in Ophthalmology and was subsequently admitted to the Ophthalmology Specialist Training Program based at the Eye and Ear Hospital.

After basic ophthalmology training, Dr Giles completed further general ophthalmology training in Taunton, England. Training included cataract surgery, oculoplastic surgery and glaucoma.

Dr Giles returned to Australia in 2000 and began work at the Albury Eye Clinic where he continues to practise in the field of general ophthalmology with interests in cataract surgery, oculoplastics and glaucoma.

Along with the rest of the doctors at Eye Clinic Albury Wodonga, Dr Giles continues to support the public system as well as the Registrar training program and medical student teaching.

Dr Giles holds an appointment as a VMO at Albury Wodonga Health.

Dr Alan Luckie

MB ChB, FRANZCO

Alan Luckie moved to Australia from New Zealand in 1985, after undertaking medical school training at Otago University, Dunedin.

He undertook ophthalmology training at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital (RVEEH) in Melbourne. He subsequently completed Vitreoretinal fellowships at the RVEEH, Moorfields Eye Hospital in London and California Pacific Medical Centre in San Francisco.

Dr Luckie’s practice is confined to medical and surgical vitreoretinal diseases. Dr Luckie holds an appointment as a VMO at Albury Wodonga Health.

Dr Tim Steele

MBBS (Hons) ChB, FRANZCO

Dr Steele is an eye surgeon with a special interest in cataract surgery and oculoplastic surgery. His practice takes in the broad scope of ophthalmology including glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, and retinal conditions.

Tim studied medicine at Monash University in Melbourne where he graduated with Honours and received the Alfred Hospital Residents and Graduates Association prize as the highest ranking student.

He completed his ophthalmology training at The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in Melbourne. After finishing at the Eye and Ear hospital, he undertook further fellowship training in oculoplastic surgery and cataract surgery in the United Kingdom. Dr Steele holds an appointment as a VMO at Albury Wodonga Health.

Dr Evan Heinecke

BN, MBBS (Hons.), FRANZCO

Evan is an ophthalmologist with a passion for eye medicine and health, with sub-speciality training in paediatric ophthalmology. Evan completed his general ophthalmology training at The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital and went on to undertake a fellowship in Paediatric Ophthalmology at the Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne. Evan has a Master of Public Health from the University of Sydney and is a published researcher, committed to the promotion of eye health. Commencing early 2020 Evan has relocated to the Albury-Wodonga region with his young family and will focus on paediatric ophthalmology and general ophthalmology, including cataract surgery and oculoplastics. His chosen specialty will compliment services capably offered by our existing team.

Dr Jonathan Moodie

MB ChB FRCOphth FRANZCO

Jonathan Moodie moved to Australia from the United Kingdom in 2014 where he initially undertook Registrar training at Queens Medical Centre, Nottingham. Subsequently Dr Moodie undertook further sub-specialist training in the area of Medical Retina, uveitis and cataract surgery at the Bristol Eye Hospital in Bristol, the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in Melbourne and at Moorefield Eye Hospital in London.

Dr Moodie now consults in general ophthalmology, with a specialist interest in Medical Retina disease including the treatment of age related macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease.

Dr Jennifer Arnold

MBBS, FRANZCO

Dr Arnold is a member of the Macula Society (a US based international body for macular specialists) and works for the Fred Hollows Foundation. Dr Arnold is a medical retinal and macular specialist. She is one of 18 ophthalmologists worldwide involved in the revolutionary work carried out during the past 20 years, in the diagnosis and management of Age Related macula Degeneration (AMD) Dr Arnold consults at our rooms one session per month.

Dr David Sousa

MD PhD FRANZCO

Dr David Sousa graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Lisbon in 2013. He completed his Ophthalmology specialty training in Portugal, followed by a Vitreoretinal fellowships in Manchester, United Kingdom and Melbourne, Australia.

Dr. Sousa currently works as a Vitreoretinal Surgeon at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, in Melbourne and also consults at the Albury EyeClinic on a regular basis. 

He is also involved in multiple research projects at Centre for Eye Research Australia, including retinal imaging, artificial intelligence and innovative surgical devices. 

Dr Sousa has authored numerous peer-reviewed research publications and is a regular speaker at national and international conferences. He obtained his PhD degree (Hons.) in April-2021, and continues to lecture in his alma mater, the University of Lisbon.

Dr Sousa specialises in the treatment of Retinal Detachment, Macular Hole, Epiretinal Membrane, Diabetes-related Eye Disease and Age-Related Macular Degeneration.

Belinda Garoni

Practice Manager

Belinda has been working at EyeClinic Albury Wodonga since 2010. She has worked in various areas throughout the clinic during this time. She has added to her experience and understanding of Ophthalmology from assisting injections, conducting eye scans, medical administration and through to management. Belinda has completed a Bachelor of Health Science and a Diploma of Human Resources and is now focusing on the the Business and Accounting fields. 

Belinda along side with the dedicated Team Leaders ensures smooth running of the practice.

Marcus Dwyer

Supervising Orthoptist Team Leader

Marcus has been employed at Eye Clinic Albury Wodonga since 2001 after completing degrees in Science (anatomy / physiology) and Orthoptics. In his current role, Marcus leads a team of 6 other Orthoptists, supports many of the Surgeons varied requirements and endeavours to keep well abreast of the rapid technological advances in the optical field.  As supervising Orthoptist of the clinic Marcus has established relationships with Metropolitan Educational facilities and is involved in teaching and training of Orthoptic and Medical student’s along with a commitment to supporting the needs of the clinic within the Research area.

Emilly Doyle

Office Manager / Administration Team Leader

Emilly has been working within the Albury area as a Medical Administrator since 2010. She has been employed locally as a Senior Receptionist / Sole Administrator within two other specialist practices prior to joining the Eyeclinic Team in early 2016.

During this period, Emilly has worked in various areas at the Eyeclinic starting as a Senior Receptionist moving on to become a Surgical Coordinator. She has expanded her knowledge of Ophthalmology during this time completing study as an Ophthalmic Assistant and aspires to commence study in early 2022 in Human Resources Management.

Emilly’s current position is the Office Manager and the Team Facilitator of Administration at the Eyeclinic.

Bronwyn Gabriel

Clinic Team Leader

Bronwyn has been employed in various roles in ophthalmic practices since the beginning of 2008, after completing a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in 2007. In her present role, Bronwyn oversees the clinical processes carried out at Albury Eye Clinic including extensive IVT injection clinics, quality improvement and active research department and has also been influential in transitioning the clinic to a number of online platforms to streamline existing processes. Bronwyn is currently completing further post graduate study in the field of Quality and Safety in Health Care to compliment her existing knowledge and skills set and promote continuous quality improvement efforts.

Anita Hardinge

Surgical Bookings Coordinator Team Leader

Anita’s has been a medical administrator in the local area for over 20 years. Beginning in General Practice, Anita joined the Albury Wodonga Eye Clinic as a medical receptionist in 2003.  During this time Anita gained extensive knowledge as a senior receptionist within a specialist practice.  Anita has since gone on to expand her specialty medical administration knowledge 2 additional specialties, including a role as Office Manager with a Cardiology group. In 2013, Anita returned to the Eyeclinic as Surgical Coordinator and member of the management team, establishing positive working relationships with the local hospitals, operating theatres and Anaesthetists.  Recently Anita has commenced a Diploma of Leadership in Practice Management.

Alex Breen

Research Coordinator

Alex has been employed as the Research Coordinator at Eye Clinic Albury Wodonga since 2016. Prior to joining the clinic in 2016, Alex worked as a Registered Nurse in Canberra for 5 years after completing a Bachelor of Nursing in 2011. As Research Coordinator, Alex oversees patient enrolment and management, and ensures that Eye Clinic Albury Wodonga complies with ICH-GCP and other regulatory requirements. Alex works extensively with the Doctors, Orthoptists and Clinical Team to provide patients with the option of participating in Clinical Research and managing their care for the duration of their participation in the study.