The ophthalmic sector has paid tribute to prominent New South Wales ophthalmologist and father-of-two Dr Con Moshegov who sadly passed away after battling COVID-19.
Moshegov practised at George St Eye Centre in Sydney’s CBD with expertise in anterior segment conditions, particularly cataract and laser eye surgery. He was also a member of the Ophthalmic Prostheses Clinical Advisory Group, assessing the clinical functionality and effectiveness of products being considered for listing on the Prostheses List.
The Australian Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (AUSCRS) posted on it website on 30 January: “We are very sad to hear of the loss of Con Moshegov after a battle with COVID. Con was one of our regular AUSCRS family members and is remembered as one of the most genial and vibrant individuals one could hope to meet.
“He contributed much to cataract and refractive surgery and we all vividly recall our conversations over the years. He will be sadly missed and we extend our thoughts and sympathies to his family.”
The Australian Society of Ophthalmologists (ASO) also paid tribute, stating it was “with the deepest of sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Dr Con Moshegov, one of our dearest colleagues”.
“When his friends describe Con, the words generous, charismatic, humorous, and caring are constants. Those who knew Con socially recall a bon vivante, a raconteur, an earnest listener and always the joy of any gathering. Con’s humour and enthusiastic opinions made his lectures always a highlight of any program,” the ASO said.
“Professionally Con was an incisive thinker, clinical innovator and had ‘a great set of hands’. He made many contributions to the science and practice of corneal, cataract and refractive surgery. Con was the first call for many Sydney surgeons who needed advice, support, or moral reinforcement.”
The ASO stated Moshegov was also a beloved figure in Sydney’s Russian Orthodox Church.
“To the parishioners of the Church of All Saints Croydon and to the Cathedral of SS Peter and Paul, Father Constantine Moshegov was a Protodeacon and community leader. His wife Natalie, daughter Sophia and son Julian will be surrounded with the love and support of their Church.
“Con was a dear friend, and we will miss him terribly.”
Insight would also like to extend its thoughts and sympathies to his family.
Moshegov was a valued reader and always generous with his time to take part in interviews on various subjects, including recent articles on vitreolysis (laser floater treatment), premium IOLs and cataract surgery issues.
