Dr Precious Phatudi – Ophthalmologist – Soweto

Dr Precious Phatudi – Ophthalmologist – Soweto

Dr Precious Phatudi is a fellowship-trained Ophthalmologist serving the Soweto community at Soweto Eye Specialists. She earned her MBChB from the University of Limpopo in 2010, then completed a Diploma in Ophthalmology through the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa in 2014. Moreover, she attained her Master of Medicine (Ophthalmology) from the University of the Free State in 2018, and she was awarded FCOphth (SA) fellowship status in 2019.

Subsequently, Dr Phatudi pursued a specialised retina fellowship at a leading Johannesburg eye centre, where she honed advanced skills in intravitreal injections and laser photocoagulation. Consequently, she delivers expert care for complex retinal disorders. Furthermore, she maintains active membership with the Health Professions Council of South Africa and the American Academy of Ophthalmology, therefore ensuring her practice reflects the latest evidence-based guidelines.

Passionate about community outreach, Dr Phatudi volunteers at quarterly vision-screening camps in under-resourced areas. As a result, she broadens access to sight-saving care beyond her clinic. Moreover, her patient-centred philosophy means she explains every diagnosis and treatment option clearly, so that individuals feel supported from the first consultation through recovery.

Services

Dr Phatudi provides a comprehensive suite of diagnostic, medical, and surgical eye treatments, each customised to patient needs:

• Comprehensive Eye Examinations: Includes optical coherence tomography (OCT), visual field testing, and corneal topography for early detection.

• Cataract Surgery: Utilises modern phacoemulsification with premium multifocal, toric, or monofocal intraocular lenses for fast visual restoration.

• Glaucoma Management: Offers selective laser trabeculoplasty, micro-invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), and tailored medication regimens to preserve optic nerve health.

• Medical Retina Care: Delivers intravitreal anti-VEGF injections and laser photocoagulation for diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and retinal vein occlusions.

• Corneal Treatments: Provides cross-linking for keratoconus, pterygium excision with amniotic membrane grafting, and therapeutic contact-lens fitting.

• Oculoplastic Procedures: Performs ptosis repair, blepharoplasty, and tear-duct surgery for functional and cosmetic eyelid concerns.

• Dry Eye & Ocular Surface Disease: Combines lubricant therapy, punctal plugs, and thermal pulsation to optimise tear film health.

• Refractive Consultations: Assesses candidacy for LASIK, PRK, and SMILE to reduce dependence on glasses.

• Pediatric Ophthalmology: Manages strabismus, amblyopia, and congenital cataracts using child-friendly protocols.

• Ocular Allergy Treatment: Prescribes antihistamine and mast-cell stabiliser drops for seasonal and chronic allergies.

• Emergency Eye Care: Evaluates acute eye pain, foreign-body removal, and urgent infections in a same-day clinic setting.

• Telehealth Follow-Ups: Provides convenient video consultations for postoperative monitoring and chronic-care check-ins.

Additional Information

Soweto Eye Specialists features a state-of-the-art diagnostic centre equipped with high-resolution OCT, ultrasound biomicroscopy, and an on-site laser suite. Furthermore, its day-surgery model allows eligible patients to undergo procedures and return home the same day, thereby reducing stress and exposure to hospital-acquired risks.

Dr Phatudi leads a multidisciplinary team of optometrists, ophthalmic nurses, and surgical technicians. Consequently, each patient benefits from personalised counselling, detailed procedure explanations, and coordinated postoperative rehabilitation. Additionally, telehealth consultations ensure that follow-up care remains seamless, even for busy schedules.

Moreover, the practice hosts community vision-screening events and educational seminars on glaucoma prevention, diabetic eye health, and dry-eye management. Finally, if you seek expert, compassionate ophthalmic care in Soweto—backed by the latest technologies and a patient-centred team—schedule a consultation today to protect and restore your vision.