Welcome to People on the move – May 2025, Insight’s monthly bulletin to keep the Australian ophthalmic sector updated on new appointments and personnel changes.
If you’d like to tell the market about a new person in your company, practice, or clinic, please send the person’s name, position, image and a short description about their role to editor Myles Hume for consideration at myles.hume@primecreative.com.au.
Dr Aaron Chidgey – The Eye Health Centre
The Eye Health Centre has welcomed ophthalmologist Dr Aaron Chidgey who sub-specialises in medical retina and vitreoretinal surgery. He will be consulting at the clinic’s Springfield practice. With training at Sydney Eye Hospital, Queensland’s Princess Alexandra Hospital and Moorfields Eye Hospital in London, he brings a wealth of expertise. He is also available to handle vitreoretinal medical emergencies outside regular hours at all of The Eye Health Centre’s practices in Brisbane, Apsley, Wynnum and Springfield.
Vicki Paras – Rayner
Vicki Paras has joined Rayner as territory manager for Victoria’s north and west regions, providing hospitals and clinics with support, guidance, and integration of intraocular lens (IOL) technology across the Rayner portfolio. Her background in orthoptics aligns with Rayner’s patient-centric approach to eyecare, ensuring tailored insights, comprehensive product training, and technical support, the company said. With several years’ experience in diagnostic device and consumable sales – most recently serving as a clinical applications specialist – Paras’ expertise supports Rayner’s mission to advance ophthalmic care and expand access to innovative surgical solutions across the region.
