Adjunct Clinical Professor Peter Burt MBBS, FRACO, FRACS is an Ophthalmic Surgeon in Bendigo.

Peter Burt has a vast experience in General Ophthalmology having consulted for many years at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital Melbourne and The Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne prior to establishing the Bendigo Eye Clinic in 1993.

Peter completed a Bachelor of Medicine and a Bachelor of Surgery at Melbourne University in 1973. He was also a General Practitioner concentrating in sports medicine and spent some time as the Footscray Football Club Doctor prior to specialising in Ophthalmology.

He became a fellow of the Royal Australasian College Of Surgeons and the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists in 1993. In 2010 Peter completed a Bachelor of Arts at La Trobe University.

Peter has performed over 25,000 successful cataract procedures, and was a pioneer of modern phacoemulsification cataract surgery when it was introduced to Australia. He also performs squint surgery and various other surgical procedures. Peter also treats glaucoma and macular degeneration with Anti-VEGF injections and the latest laser treatment. He spent several years at the Eye and Ear Hospital specifically working in the areas of glaucoma and macular degeneration treatment.

Mr Michael Shiu is an Opthalmologist specialising in the treatment of general eye disease including Cataract Surgery, Laser Refractive Surgery and Macular Degeneration. He also is extensively trained in the medical, laser and surgical management of Glaucoma.

He is fluent in spoken and written Cantonese and Mandarin.

Michael has returned to Bendigo in 2017 as a specialist eye surgeon after spending 3 years here during his medical training in 2006-2008. He is an ophthalmologist with fellowship training in glaucoma and expertise in cataract, macular degeneration, diabetes and other eye diseases.

He graduated with honours for his medical degree from Monash University, which included 3 years training at the Bendigo rural clinical school. This involved time in Swan Hill, Echuca, Kyabram, Castlemaine and Kyneton. Michael also received honours for his Medical Science degree which focused on new treatments for macular degeneration. This research degree was completed in Bendigo and he was the first medical student to do a research degree here. This paved the way for future students and there have been a steady stream of research students in the years since Michael pioneered this pathway.

Michael was awarded the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists Undergraduate Medal for the best student in ophthalmology. He subsequently trained as a junior doctor at the Royal Melbourne Hospital gaining experience in the Neurosurgery, Intensive Care and other departments before moving to the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital to complete formal ophthalmology training. After completion of specialist ophthalmology training Michael completed an internationally competitive glaucoma fellowship at the same institution.

Since completing specialist training Michael has moved back to Bendigo with his young family and commenced work at the Bendigo Eye Clinic. He holds public appointments at Bendigo Health and Castlemaine Health and operates at both hospitals. He is also a staff consultant in the glaucoma unit at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital which he attends twice per month. Michael has been given honorary appointments at the University of Melbourne, Australian College of Optometry and Monash University.

Michael is involved in registrar training particularly in the area of optics. He is also currently engaged in research, particularly in glaucoma. He has interests in developing improved methods of visual field testing using virtual reality technology and using artificial intelligence to improve ocular diagnostics.

Dr Dujon Fuzzard MBBS/BMedSc FRANZCO was born and raised in Bendigo, with strong family-ties to the local area. He returned to Bendigo in 2020 to practice as a general ophthalmologist, cataract surgeon and medical retina sub-specialist.

Dr Fuzzard completed his undergraduate medical training with Monash University, which included two years of training within the local health system. After completing his medical internship and residency at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, he completed an additional year of pre-vocational work in the Blue Mountains as an ophthalmology registrar.

From 2015 to 2019 Dr Fuzzard worked at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, where he completed his specialist training in ophthalmology and sub-specialty fellowship in medical retina diseases. In 2016, he published a book chapter on the treatment of wet macular degeneration.

In addition to practicing in Bendigo, Dr Fuzzard has a public appointment within the Austin Health Medical Retina Clinic.

Outside of clinical practice, Dujon maintains an active lifestyle. He is a proud father and plays Australian Rules football locally.

Dr Amreen Qureshi MBBS, FRCOphth, FRANZCO

Consultant Vitreoretinal and Cataract Surgeon

Dr Amreen Qureshi is a highly trained ophthalmic surgeon with specialisation in vitreoretinal and cataract surgery. She graduated with distinction from King’s College London, UK, and subsequently completed seven years of comprehensive ophthalmology training in the United Kingdom. Dr Qureshi further advanced her expertise through two prestigious vitreoretinal fellowships at Manchester Royal Eye Hospital (UK) and the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital (RVEEH, Melbourne), where she worked alongside internationally recognised leaders in their field.

Dr Qureshi is a Fellow of both the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (FRANZCO) and the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, UK (FRCOphth). She is dedicated to providing high-quality, individualised care, managing the full range of retinal and cataract conditions, including:

Vitreoretinal Surgery: Retinal detachment, macular holes, vitreomacular traction, epiretinal membranes, vitreous haemorrhage, advanced diabetic retinopathy with tractional retinal detachments, floaterectomies, and diagnostic vitrectomies

Cataract Surgery: Routine and complex procedures, including secondary intraocular lens implantation and scleral-fixated implants

Laser Therapy: YAG capsulotomy laser and retinal laser treatments

Medical Retinal Care: Management of macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusions, diabetic retinopathy, and administration of intravitreal injections

Dr Qureshi holds a consultant position in Acute and Surgical Ophthalmology Services at RVEEH, where she provides training to fellows and supervises registrars. As an Honorary Clinical Lecturer at the University of Melbourne, she is committed to medical education and regularly delivers teaching sessions for optometrists and junior doctors. Her academic contributions include publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at national and international conferences. Dr Qureshi remains committed to advancing surgical training locally and internationally.

Originally from Kenya, Dr Qureshi developed a strong commitment to addressing health inequities early in her career, earning a BSc in International Health from University College London. Whilst in her training, she volunteered on international surgical missions, supporting underserved communities. She continues her involvement in global eye health initiatives, training surgeons in developing nations through Sight For All and the Fred Hollows Foundation.

Beyond her professional commitments, Dr Qureshi enjoys travelling, exploring diverse cultures, spending quality time with her family, and motherhood.