Dr Maxwell Treacy

Clinical Director and Chairman, Medical Optics Ireland
Consultant Ophthalmologist, Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital, Dublin

Cataract and Retinal Surgeon in Dublin

Dr Maxwell Treacy is a Consultant Ophthalmologist, cataract surgeon and vitreoretinal surgeon based in Dublin, Ireland. He is Clinical Director and Chairman of Medical Optics Ireland and a Consultant Ophthalmologist at the Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital, Ireland's national tertiary referral centre for ophthalmology.

Dr Treacy specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of retinal disease and complex eye conditions, with particular expertise in:

Cataract surgery

Retinal surgery

Vitreoretinal surgery

Medical retina

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)

Diabetic eye disease (diabetic retinopathy)

Retinal tears and retinal detachment

Macular disease

Intravitreal injection therapy

He provides expert assessment and treatment for patients with sight-threatening retinal conditions, combining advanced diagnostic imaging with evidence-based medical and surgical care.

Advanced Fellowship Training

Dr Treacy completed advanced fellowship training in vitreoretinal surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, one of the world's leading specialist eye hospitals. This internationally recognised training provides extensive expertise in the management of complex retinal disorders and advanced cataract surgery.

Consultant-Led Eye Care

As Clinical Director of Medical Optics Ireland, Dr Treacy leads the development of consultant-led ophthalmology services across Dublin. His focus is on providing timely access to specialist eye care, helping patients receive expert assessment, diagnosis and treatment without unnecessary delay.

His approach is centred on accurate diagnosis, clear communication and personalised treatment planning. Every patient receives a comprehensive consultation supported by state-of-the-art retinal imaging and a detailed explanation of their condition and treatment options.

Research and Innovation

Dr Treacy has contributed to research in retinal disease, teleophthalmology, digital referral pathways and innovations in ophthalmic service delivery. He was also a member of the multidisciplinary team involved in Ireland's first gene therapy treatment for inherited retinal disease, representing a significant milestone in Irish ophthalmology.

Areas of Expertise

Cataract surgery

Retinal surgery

Vitreoretinal surgery

Medical retina

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)

Diabetic retinopathy

Retinal vein occlusion

Retinal tears and retinal detachment

Macular disease

Intravitreal injections

Comprehensive retinal assessment

Consultant ophthalmology

Dr Maxwell Treacy is committed to delivering high-quality, consultant-led eye care, with a particular focus on preserving vision through early diagnosis, advanced treatment and accessible specialist services for patients across Dublin and Ireland.