Dr Lingwei (William) Tao

Dr Lingwei William Tao is an exceptionally skilled ophthalmologist with a special interest in glaucoma and paediatrics. He is based in Ringwood, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Dr Tao completed his medical training at The University of Melbourne, receiving both a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Medical Science degree in 2012. He went on to complete his internship and residency at Alfred Hospital while simultaneously pursuing a Masters of Medicine in Ophthalmic Science at The University of Sydney. Dr Tao then completed his ophthalmology training at the esteemed Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital.

Dr Tao has undergone additional sub-speciality training in adult and paediatric glaucoma, as well as general ophthalmology. He completed his fellowships at The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital and The Royal Children’s Hospital, further honing his skills and expertise. With a dedication to providing comprehensive care, Dr Tao offers a range of services including medical and surgical glaucoma treatment, cataract surgery for both adults and children, pterygium management, age-related macular degeneration treatment, and diabetic retinopathy management. He is also qualified to perform intravitreal injections and laser procedures for glaucoma and retinal conditions.

Dr Tao currently holds public consultant appointments at Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, Royal Children’s Hospital, and Eastern Health. In addition to his public work, he also operates privately at Manningham Private Hospital, Vermont Private Hospital, Waverley Private Hospital, and Corymbia Day Hospital.

Dr Tao's reputation as a skilled ophthalmologist is supported by his achievements and research contributions. He has co-authored several studies published in reputed ophthalmology journals, focusing on various topics such as surgical outcomes of glaucoma drainage implant surgery, selective laser trabeculoplasty safety and efficacy, surgical outcomes for uveitic glaucoma, and the analysis of the ellipsoid zone on optical coherence tomography. He has also conducted research on urinary biomarkers for age-related macular degeneration.

With his comprehensive training, dedication to patient care, and contributions to ophthalmology research, Dr Lingwei William Tao is a trusted and highly regarded ophthalmologist in the Melbourne area.