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Lusaka Eye Hospital
Premier Specialized Ophthalmic Center

Specialized Eye Care & Advanced Ophthalmic Surgery

Lusaka Eye Hospital provides comprehensive clinical diagnosis, medical therapy, and modern microsurgical treatments for cataract, glaucoma, vitreoretinal disorders, and childhood vision across Zambia.

Consultant Surgeons
Modern Phaco Theaters
Same-Day Clinic
Chief Ophthalmic Surgeon operating with Zeiss surgical loupes and instruments at Lusaka Eye Hospital
Live Surgical Suite • Phacoemulsification
Dr. Mwansa Chanda Chief Consultant Surgeon 15,000+ Cataract & Retinal Procedures

Operating Hours

Mon – Thu: 08:00 – 16:00
Fri, Sun & Holidays: 08:00 – 12:00
Saturday: Closed (No Work)

Location

59 Chipwenupwenu Road, Makeni
Lusaka, Zambia

Latest News

Hospital Updates & Announcements

Recent news, community outreaches, and operational notices from our clinical administration.

2026 Lusaka Free Cataract Screening & Outreach Community Outreach
September 2026

2026 Lusaka Free Cataract Screening & Community Outreach

Our mobile surgical outreach unit is offering comprehensive eye examinations, refractive evaluations, and subsidized micro-incision cataract surgeries in peri-urban communities across Lusaka Province.

Upgraded Phacoemulsification Surgical Operating Theaters Surgical Services
August 2026

Upgraded Phacoemulsification Surgical Operating Theaters

Our surgical suites have completed equipment enhancements with modern micro-incision ultrasound fluidics, allowing rapid sutureless cataract extraction and shorter recovery periods for patients.

Pediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus Consultations Clinical Services
Weekly Clinic Schedule

Pediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus Consultations

Dedicated pediatric consultation clinics are held weekly for children requiring specialized evaluation for amblyopia (lazy eye), pediatric refraction, and surgical correction of strabismus.

Clinical Specialties & Departments

Our consultant ophthalmologists provide diagnosis, medical therapy, and surgery across core ophthalmic subspecialties.

Cataract Surgery

Modern sutureless phacoemulsification and implantation of premium monofocal and foldable intraocular lenses (IOLs).

Cataract details

Glaucoma Management

Early screening, computerized visual field testing, pachymetry, optical coherence tomography (OCT), and medical or surgical IOP reduction.

Glaucoma guides

Pediatric Ophthalmology

Diagnosis and treatment of childhood vision disorders, pediatric refractions, amblyopia therapy, and strabismus management.

Pediatric care

Vitreoretinal Clinic

Evaluation and management of diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular occlusions, maculopathy, and retinal detachment consultations.

Retinal services

Cornea & Anterior Segment

Treatment of infectious keratitis, corneal dystrophies, pterygium excision with conjunctival autograft, and dry eye syndromes.

Cornea services

Refraction & Optical Services

Comprehensive automated and subjective visual refraction, prescription optical lenses, and corrective eyeglass dispensing.

Optical services
Our Medical Team

Consultant Ophthalmologists & Specialists

Our board-certified eye surgeons and clinical specialists bring world-class ophthalmic expertise, advanced surgical precision, and compassionate patient care.

Dr. Mwansa Chanda - Chief Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon
Available for Consultation

Dr. Mwansa Chanda

Chief Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon
MBChB, MMed Ophth, FEACO
Phacoemulsification Premium IOLs Complex Cataract
Book with Dr. Chanda
Dr. Tendai Moyo - Consultant Vitreoretinal Surgeon
Available for Consultation

Dr. Tendai Moyo

Consultant Vitreoretinal Surgeon
MBChB, MMed Ophth, FCOphth (ECSA)
Retinal Detachment Diabetic Retinopathy Macular Surgery
Book with Dr. Moyo
Dr. Sarah Zulu - Consultant Pediatric Ophthalmologist
Available for Consultation

Dr. Sarah Zulu

Consultant Pediatric Ophthalmologist
MBChB, MMed, Fellowship Pediatric Ophth
Strabismus (Squint) Amblyopia (Lazy Eye) Pediatric Refraction
Book with Dr. Zulu
Dr. Kelvin Phiri - Consultant Glaucoma Specialist
Available for Consultation

Dr. Kelvin Phiri

Consultant Glaucoma Specialist
MBChB, MMed Ophth
Glaucoma Filtration SLT Laser Therapy Visual Field Testing
Book with Dr. Phiri
Clinical Optometry

Our Optometrists & Refraction Specialists

Our qualified optometrists and optical practitioners deliver computerized refractions, advanced contact lens fittings, low vision assessments, and comprehensive visual health screenings.

Mr. Kondwani Tembo - Head of Clinical Optometry & Refraction
Available for Eye Exams

Mr. Kondwani Tembo

Head of Clinical Optometry & Refraction
BSc Optom, MCOptom, ECSA-Certified

Specialized in computerized visual refraction, wavefront analysis, early keratoconus detection, and precision lens dispensing for complex refractive errors.

Computerized Refraction Keratoconus Evaluation High-Index Lenses
Book Eye Exam with Mr. Tembo
Ms. Natasha Lungu - Specialist Contact Lens Practitioner
Available for Fittings

Ms. Natasha Lungu

Specialist Contact Lens Practitioner
BSc Optom, Dip. Contact Lens Practice

Expert in custom toric and multifocal contact lens fittings, corneal topography analysis, and ocular surface hydration management for dry eye patients.

Toric & Multifocal Lenses RGP Gas Permeable Dry Eye Therapy
Book Fitting with Ms. Lungu
Mr. Bright Mulenga - Pediatric & Low Vision Optometrist
Available for Consultations

Mr. Bright Mulenga

Pediatric & Low Vision Optometrist
Dip. Clinical Optometry, Cert. Low Vision

Focuses on pediatric visual acuity screening, cycloplegic refraction, vision therapy tracking for amblyopia, and prescription low-vision aids.

Pediatric Vision Amblyopia Screening Low Vision Aids
Book Exam with Mr. Mulenga
Optical Dispensary

Prescription Eyewear, Premium Lenses & Frames

Browse our curated collection of international designer frames, high-precision German and Japanese ophthalmic lenses, and contact lenses dispensed directly at our Makeni clinic showroom.

Pure Titanium Precision Prescription Eyeglass Frames
Frames Ultra-Light 12g

Pure Titanium Precision Frames

Japanese Aerospace Titanium • Hypoallergenic

Lightweight, corrosion-resistant spectacles engineered with flexible memory hinges and ergonomic silicone nose pads for all-day clinical comfort.

Material Beta-Titanium
Weight 12 - 15 grams
Styles Rimless & Full-Rim
Warranty 2 Years Structural
  • Corrosion-proof in tropical climates
  • Custom temple adjustments & nose pad fitting
  • Complimentary hard protective case and microfiber cloth
Inquire / Book Frame Fitting
Digital Blue-Shield Ultra Anti-Reflective Ophthalmic Lenses
Ophthalmic Lenses 1.67 High-Index

Digital Blue-Shield Ultra Lenses

420nm High-Energy Visible Light Absorption

Premium ophthalmic lenses designed for professionals and students experiencing digital screen fatigue, preventing ocular strain and dry eye symptoms.

Refractive Index 1.60 / 1.67 Thin
Blue Cut HEV 420nm Block
Coating Hydrophobic AR
UV Protection 100% UV400
  • Reduces digital glare and screen flicker fatigue
  • Oleophobic smudge & fingerprint resistant coating
  • 1-Year anti-scratch warranty included
Inquire / Prescribe Blue-Shield
Photochromic Adaptive UV Transition Eyeglass Lenses
Ophthalmic Lenses Smart UV Adaptive

Photochromic Adaptive UV Lenses

Rapid Outdoor Darkening • Crystal Indoor Clarity

Fast-activating photochromic lenses that seamlessly darken in outdoor sunlight to shield against harsh Zambian UV rays and return to completely clear indoors.

Activation Time < 30 Seconds
Fade Back Fast Clear Indoors
Tints Smoke Grey / Amber Brown
Protection UVA & UVB 100%
  • Automatic two-in-one eyeglasses and sunglasses
  • Multi-coat anti-reflective surface treatment
  • Compatible with single vision and multifocal prescriptions
Inquire / Prescribe Photochromic
Free-Form Digital Progressive Multifocal Lenses
Ophthalmic Lenses HD Corridor

Free-Form Digital Progressive Lenses

No Visible Line • Distance, Computer & Reading

Computer-surfaced free-form progressive lenses offering seamless transition across all visual distances with ultra-wide intermediate corridors for presbyopia.

Technology Free-Form Digital
Corridor Width Wide Field of View
Adaptation Quick 3-7 Days
Warranty 30-Day Fit Guarantee
  • Eliminates image jump and distortion at peripheral angles
  • Custom pupil height and vertex distance measuring
  • Satisfaction guarantee with optometric reassessment
Inquire / Prescribe Progressives
Silicone Hydrogel Daily and Monthly Soft Contact Lenses
Contact Lenses Daily & Monthly

Silicone Hydrogel Contact Lenses

High Oxygen Transmissibility • Moisture Matrix

Advanced breathable soft contact lenses for myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism (toric), and presbyopia. Prescribed with comprehensive clinical corneal fitting.

Material Silicone Hydrogel
Water Content 55% - 62% H2O
Modality Daily / Monthly
Toric Option Yes (Astigmatism)
  • Breathable all-day comfort with reduced dryness
  • Professional insertion & removal training included
  • Disinfection solutions and sterile cases available
Inquire / Book Contact Lens Fitting
Pediatric Active Flexible Shatterproof Children's Frames
Pediatric Eyewear Shatterproof

Pediatric Active Flexible Frames

100% Medical-Grade Silicone • No Metal Parts

Virtually indestructible flexible frames engineered specifically for infants, toddlers, and school-age children with adjustable headbands and impact-resistant lenses.

Material BPA-Free Silicone
Hinges Screwless Flexible
Ages 0 to 14 Years
Strap Elastic Wrap Included
  • Bendable 180° without breaking or warping
  • Polycarbonate impact-resistant lenses recommended
  • Vibrant kid-friendly colors to encourage wearing compliance
Inquire / Book Pediatric Fitting

Precision Fitting & Alignment

Every frame is custom-fit to your pupillary distance, pantoscopic tilt, and facial anatomy by our certified optometrists.

1-Year Optical Coating Warranty

All prescription lenses include a comprehensive 12-month manufacturer guarantee against coating peeling and premature scratches.

On-Site Edging & Glazing Lab

Our in-house optical workshop in Makeni cuts, bevels, and mounts ophthalmic lenses with rapid turnaround times.

Planning Your Visit

To ensure a smooth outpatient visit, please bring your national identification (NRC/Passport), any current glasses or prescriptions, and previous medical or ophthalmic reports.

  • General outpatient registration opens at 08:00 AM
  • Dilation drops may temporarily blur near vision for 2–4 hours
  • Wheelchair accessibility and assistance available at the main entrance

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