Dr. Peter Beckingsale

Dr. Peter Beckingsale has 14 years of experience in ophthalmology, having completed his MBBS in 2007 from the University of Melbourne and his FRANZCO (Ophthalmology) in 2014. After completing his medical degree, Dr. Beckingsale worked as an intern and resident at Royal Melbourne Hospital, where he gained extensive experience in general medicine and ophthalmic care.

Dr. Beckingsale specializes in cataract surgery, glaucoma management, retinal disease treatments, pediatric ophthalmology, and oculoplastic surgery. He is proficient in performing laser-assisted cataract surgeries, treating glaucoma with minimally invasive techniques, and managing retinal diseases such as diabetic retinopathy. His expertise also extends to pediatric ophthalmology, particularly in the management of amblyopia (lazy eye) and strabismus (crossed eyes).

Since moving to Wagga Wagga in 2017, Dr. Beckingsale has been providing comprehensive eye care to the local community, offering routine eye exams, advanced surgical procedures, and management of chronic eye conditions like macular degeneration and glaucoma.

Dr. Beckingsale has been actively involved in ophthalmology research, particularly in the areas of cataract surgery, glaucoma treatments, and retinal disease management. His research has focused on early detection techniques for glaucoma, improvements in cataract surgery outcomes, and innovations in retinal imaging. Dr. Beckingsale has contributed to studies on minimally invasive techniques in cataract surgery and pediatric ophthalmology.

• Excellence in Glaucoma Management (Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists, 2018)

• Best Ophthalmologist of the Year (Wagga Wagga Healthcare Group, 2020)

• Outstanding Contribution to Retinal Disease Research (Australian Society of Ophthalmologists, 2021)

Dr. Peter Beckingsale has authored several articles in ophthalmology journals, primarily on advances in cataract surgery, glaucoma treatments, and retinal disease management. His work has been featured in The Australian and New Zealand Journal of Ophthalmology and Retina. Dr. Beckingsale’s research focuses on improving patient outcomes in glaucoma treatments and cataract surgeries, and advancements in retinal disease management.