Dr Clare Kennedy – Ophthalmologist – Oranjezicht

Dr Clare Kennedy – Ophthalmologist – Oranjezicht

Dr Clare Kennedy is an Ophthalmologist based in Oranjezicht. She earned her MBBCh from the University of the Witwatersrand in 2010 and, moreover, completed a Diploma in Ophthalmology (Dip Ophth SA) with the Colleges of Medicine in 2015 Mediclinic. In addition, she achieved both FC Ophth (SA) and FC Orth (SA) fellowships in 2022, and she rounded out her specialist training with an MMed (Ophth) from the University of Cape Town in 2023 Mediclinic.

Early in her career, Dr Kennedy rotated through high-volume tertiary centres, where she mastered cataract and anterior-segment techniques. Consequently, she blends surgical precision with compassionate communication. Furthermore, she leads paediatric and adult clinics at Mediclinic Cape Town, a multidisciplinary facility equipped with advanced imaging and laser suites. Ultimately, each patient benefits from her personalized, evidence-based approach.

Services

Dr Kennedy offers a full spectrum of ophthalmic services, each delivered with high-tech equipment and individual attention:

• Cataract & Anterior-Segment Surgery
  Phacoemulsification with premium intraocular lenses, supported by high-resolution optical coherence tomography (OCT) for tailored lens selection.

• Functional Eyelid Surgery
  Precision blepharoplasty and ptosis repair using intraoperative eyelid loading tests, which restore both function and eyelid symmetry.

• Glaucoma Management
  Medical and surgical control of intraocular pressure, including selective laser trabeculoplasty and minimally invasive MIGS implants.

• Medical Retina
  Intravitreal injections for age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vein occlusions, guided by OCT-angiography and fluorescein angiography.

• Neuro-Ophthalmology
  Diagnosis and treatment of optic neuropathies and neuro-visual disorders, with access to in-house visual-evoked potentials and MRI correlation.

• Paediatric Ophthalmology
  Strabismus evaluation, amblyopia therapy, and congenital-cataract management in children, supported by pediatric-friendly imaging and theatre setups.

Additional Information

Mediclinic Cape Town features dedicated ophthalmic operating theatres, a laser-vision correction suite, and a fully equipped outpatient imaging centre. Moreover, on-site pharmacology and rapid-turnaround pathology services enable Dr Kennedy to coordinate diagnostics and treatments without delay Mediclinic.

In addition, she contributes actively to clinical research on anterior-segment innovations and paediatric-vision outcomes. She presents regularly at regional conferences and publishes in peer-reviewed ophthalmology journals. Furthermore, Dr Kennedy mentors registrars and optometrists, thereby fostering excellence across the eye-care team.

Ultimately, patients benefit from her blend of cutting-edge technology, multidisciplinary collaboration, and genuine empathy. Therefore, whether you need routine vision screening, advanced cataract surgery, or complex retinal care, you will receive personalized, evidence-based treatment delivered with confidence and compassion.

Schedule a consultation today to experience Oranjezicht’s premier ophthalmology services under the expert care of Dr Clare Kennedy.