Ophthalmology Referrals — Fraser Valley
Dr. Sundaram warmly welcomes referrals from family physicians and optometrists throughout the Fraser Valley. She is accepting routine, semi-urgent, and urgent ophthalmology referrals from Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, Langley, Maple Ridge, Hope, Agassiz, and all surrounding communities.
Dr. Sundaram Warmly Welcomes Your Referrals
Dr. Sundaram is actively building referral relationships with family physicians and optometrists across the Fraser Valley. She is aware of the challenges patients in this region face in accessing timely specialist eye care, and she is committed to providing a reliable, professional, and communicative referral service for her colleagues in primary care.
After each consultation, you will receive a detailed consultation letter within two weeks, and Dr. Sundaram is available to discuss complex cases by phone. She aims to be the kind of specialist colleague who makes your patients feel they are in excellent hands — and who makes your work easier, not harder.
How to Refer
Choose Your Referral Method
You may send a referral by fax to (604) 426-2720 using your clinic's standard referral form, or via Ocean Health eReferral (search "Dr. Aish Sundaram" or "Precision Eye Surgery"). Both methods are monitored daily during business hours.
Include Required Information
Please include the following in all referrals for the most efficient triage and booking:
- • Patient full name, date of birth, and MSP number
- • Referring physician / optometrist name, fax number, and CPSBC or CPSO number
- • Reason for referral (primary diagnosis or clinical question)
- • Urgency level (Urgent / Semi-Urgent / Routine)
- • Relevant ocular and medical history
- • Current medications (especially ocular drops, anticoagulants, alpha-blockers)
- • Visual acuity measurements and IOP readings, if available
- • Recent relevant investigations (OCT, visual fields, imaging) if applicable
We Triage and Book
Upon receipt of your referral, our office triages based on urgency and contacts the patient directly to schedule an appointment. Urgent referrals are prioritized for same-day or next-day review. Routine referrals are typically booked within the standard regional wait time framework.
Consultation Letter Returns to You
Dr. Sundaram sends a detailed consultation letter to the referring provider within two weeks of the patient's visit. Letters include the clinical findings, diagnosis, management plan, and any recommended follow-up. Complex cases or significant acute findings are communicated more promptly.
Referral Urgency Categories
Please clearly indicate urgency on all referrals. This allows appropriate triage and ensures patients with time-sensitive conditions are seen promptly.
- Acute angle closure glaucoma
- Sudden, unexplained vision loss
- Significant eye trauma
- Retinal detachment symptoms (new floaters, flashing lights, visual field loss)
- Corneal ulcer with reduced vision
- Optic neuritis / suspected optic neuropathy
- New glaucoma diagnosis or suspected glaucoma
- Rapidly progressing cataract
- Suspected retinal tear (without detachment)
- Uncontrolled intraocular pressure
- New diabetic macular oedema
- Significant visual field loss — new or progressing
- Stable glaucoma monitoring
- Cataract assessment and surgery planning
- Routine diabetic retinal examination
- Blepharoplasty consultation (functional or cosmetic)
- Eye disease co-management
- Second opinion / comprehensive evaluation
What to Expect After the Referral
Dr. Sundaram's office acknowledges all incoming referrals and contacts the patient directly to arrange an appointment. You do not need to follow up to confirm receipt — if there is a problem with an incomplete referral, we will contact you.
All referrals are acknowledged. Incomplete referrals are flagged and the referring office is contacted for additional information.
Our office contacts the patient directly to book an appointment based on the indicated urgency level.
A detailed consultation letter is sent to the referring provider within two weeks of the patient's visit. Urgent findings are communicated promptly.
Dr. Sundaram supports collaborative care models. She is available to discuss complex cases by phone and welcomes ongoing communication with referring providers.
Services Accepting Referrals
| Service | Description | MSP Coverage | Urgency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cataract Surgery | Phacoemulsification with IOL implantation. Pre-op assessment, surgery, and follow-up. Standard monofocal IOL. Premium IOL upgrades available at additional cost. | ✓ MSP | Routine / Semi-Urgent |
| Glaucoma Management | Comprehensive glaucoma assessment, OCT nerve fibre analysis, Humphrey visual fields, medical management, SLT laser, and surgical options for advanced disease. | ✓ MSP | Routine / Semi-Urgent / Urgent |
| Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT) | First-line or adjunctive laser treatment for open-angle glaucoma. Safe, repeatable, and covered by MSP. Highly effective for IOP reduction. | ✓ MSP | Routine / Semi-Urgent |
| Blepharoplasty | Upper and lower eyelid surgery. Functional cases (dermatochalasis impacting visual field) are MSP-covered. Cosmetic blepharoplasty and Asian eyelid surgery available. | ✓ MSP (functional) | Routine |
| Diabetic Eye Exams | Dilated retinal examination for diabetic retinopathy screening and monitoring. Includes fundus assessment and coordination with endocrinology / family medicine for systemic management. | ✓ MSP | Routine / Semi-Urgent |
| Comprehensive Eye Exams | Full ophthalmological evaluation including slit-lamp biomicroscopy, dilated fundus exam, IOP measurement, and assessment of anterior and posterior segment. | ✓ MSP | Routine |
| Eye Disease Co-Management | Shared care for chronic conditions including age-related macular degeneration, uveitis, pseudoexfoliation syndrome, and complex cases requiring coordinated specialist and primary care management. | ✓ MSP | Routine / Semi-Urgent |
Catchment Area
Dr. Sundaram's practice serves the entire Fraser Valley. Referrals are accepted from all Fraser Valley communities, including those east of Chilliwack that often have limited access to local specialist care.
Frequently Asked Questions — For Referring Physicians
How quickly will my urgent referrals be seen?
Urgent referrals (acute angle closure, sudden vision loss, suspected retinal detachment, significant trauma) are triaged for same-day or next-day assessment where clinically possible. Please clearly mark the referral URGENT and include a brief clinical summary. For true emergencies where hours matter, direct the patient to the nearest Emergency Department or call 911 — do not wait for a specialist appointment.
What information does Dr. Sundaram need in a referral?
Please include: patient demographics and MSP number, referring provider name and fax, reason for referral, urgency level, relevant ocular and medical history, current medications (especially topical eye drops, anticoagulants, and alpha-blockers), visual acuity and IOP readings if available, and recent relevant investigations (OCT, visual fields, imaging). Complete referrals result in faster triage and booking.
Can I call Dr. Sundaram to discuss a complex patient?
Yes. Dr. Sundaram welcomes direct contact from referring physicians and optometrists regarding complex or uncertain cases. Please call the clinic at (604) 426-2720 during business hours. For after-hours urgent clinical questions, please use your local on-call resources or direct the patient to Emergency.
Does Dr. Sundaram provide shared care / co-management?
Yes. Dr. Sundaram actively supports shared care models for chronic eye conditions such as stable glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and age-related macular degeneration. She will indicate her recommended follow-up interval and shared care responsibilities in the consultation letter, and is available to discuss arrangements by phone.
What happens if a patient cannot attend their appointment?
If a patient cancels or does not attend, our office will contact them to rebook. If a patient fails to attend twice, a letter is sent to the referring provider advising that the patient did not attend. This ensures you are informed and can follow up directly with your patient if clinically important. We do not simply close the referral without notifying you.
Send Your Ophthalmology Referrals to Dr. Sundaram
Dr. Sundaram is building her Fraser Valley referral network and welcomes new referral relationships with family physicians and optometrists across all communities. Send a referral today — your patients are in experienced, caring hands.
Referral fax: (604) 426-2720 · eReferral via Ocean Health · info@precisioneyesurgery.ca