Dr Pavindran Gounder

Dr Pavindran Gounder is a highly accomplished Consultant Ophthalmologist and Oculoplastic Surgeon who provides comprehensive eye care. He specialises in advanced cataract surgery, oculofacial and orbital surgery, and the management of watery eye conditions. Known for his reassuring and patient-centred approach, Dr Gounder utilises state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and minimally invasive surgical techniques to deliver optimal visual and aesthetic outcomes. His dedication to clinical excellence is reflected in his active involvement in teaching, research, and the development of innovative surgical procedures.

Dr Gounder completed his primary medical education at the University of Western Australia, earning his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery. He went on to obtain a Master of Medicine in Ophthalmic Science from the University of Sydney. Following his specialist ophthalmic training, he was awarded a Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists. Dr Gounder is also a member of the Australian and New Zealand Society of Ophthalmic Plastic Surgeons. To further refine his expertise, he completed extensive post-graduate fellowship training in the United Kingdom, focusing on complex cataract extraction, eyelid reconstruction, endoscopic lacrimal surgery, and orbital disorders.

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr Gounder holds prominent leadership and academic roles, serving as the Head of Department of Ophthalmology at a major public hospital and as a Clinical Senior Lecturer. He is an international award-winning specialist whose surgical videos have been recognised at global ophthalmology conferences. Committed to advancing his field, he has contributed to peer-reviewed literature and co-authored chapters on eyelid, lacrimal, and orbital disorders for a prestigious international handbook of ophthalmology. Through his teaching and research, Dr Gounder remains at the forefront of modern ophthalmic care, ensuring his patients receive the highest standard of treatment.