Dr Tommie Jordaan – Ophthalmologist – Faerie Glen

Dr Tommie Jordaan – Ophthalmologist – Faerie Glen

Dr Tommie Jordaan – Ophthalmologist – Faerie Glen serves at the Pretoria Eye Institute. He earned his MBChB (UFS) in 2003 and then completed Dip Ophth (SA) and FC Ophth (SA), culminating in his MMed Ophth (SA) in 2017 after specialist training in Durban. Subsequently, he received advanced training in vitreoretinal surgery under Prof L. Visser.

In 2022, Dr Jordaan joined Dr Johan van der Hoven’s practice at the Pretoria Eye Institute, focusing on comprehensive eye care with a special interest in vitreoretinal surgery . Additionally, he runs satellite clinics in Pretoria North and Faerie Glen, ensuring wide access to expert ophthalmic services. Outside ophthalmology, he enjoys spending time with family, camping, hunting, and running.

Services

Dr Jordaan offers a broad spectrum of specialized eye care services, utilizing state-of-the-art technology and tailored treatment plans. These include:

• Cataract Surgery, employing toric and multifocal intraocular lens implants for exceptional visual outcomes Eye Institute

• Refractive Surgery, such as PRK, LASIK, Femto-LASIK, and Femto-SMILE, performed using an Excimer Laser for precise correction

• Glaucoma Management, including minimally invasive MIGS (i-Stent, XeN) and traditional filtering procedures (Express valve, Ahmed valve) to preserve nerve function

• Vitreoretinal Surgery, addressing conditions such as retinal detachments, macular holes, and epiretinal membranes with advanced microsurgical techniques

• Medical Retina Care, treating diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and retinal vein occlusions with pharmacologic injections and laser therapies

• Oculoplastic Surgery, encompassing lid, orbit, and lacrimal procedures to restore both function and aesthetics

• Strabismus Management, diagnosing and surgically correcting misaligned eyes to improve binocular vision

• Keratoconus & Cross-Linking, using corneal topography and collagen cross-linking to halt progression

• Advanced Diagnostic Imaging, including Fluorescein Angiography and Optical Coherence Tomography, ensuring accurate assessment and monitoring

• Paediatric Ophthalmology, diagnosing and managing childhood eye conditions to ensure healthy visual development

• Neuro-Ophthalmology assessments, collaborating with neurology to address complex visual pathway disorders

Furthermore, each procedure is performed in a modern theatre complex equipped with an Excimer Laser, ensuring efficiency and patient comfort. Schedule a consultation today.

Additional Information

The Pretoria Eye Institute in Faerie Glen features a modern theatre complex and cutting-edge diagnostic imaging equipment, including high-resolution Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) and digital Fluorescein Angiography, to support precise evaluations of retinal and anterior segment conditions. Moreover, the facility’s technology underpins Dr Jordaan’s vitreoretinal and anterior segment procedures, ensuring the highest standards of care.

Dr Jordaan is an active member of the South African Vitreo-retinal Society and the Ophthalmological Society of South Africa, reflecting his commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice Eye Institute. He collaborates closely with a multidisciplinary team—including paediatric ophthalmologists, retinal specialists, and neuro-ophthalmologists—to ensure seamless, coordinated care from diagnosis through postoperative follow-up.

Ultimately, patients benefit from Dr Jordaan’s dedication to personalized treatment plans, compassionate communication, and cutting-edge techniques. Schedule a consultation today to experience expert, patient-centered eye care.