John N. De Roach is an ophthalmologist based in Nedlands, WA, working from Hospital Ave, Nedlands, Australia. He looks after people with a range of eye conditions, especially those that affect the retina and the macula.
Many patients he sees have long-term changes in vision. This can include late-onset retinal degeneration and age-related macular degeneration. At times, symptoms like blurry central vision, trouble seeing fine details, or night vision changes can make day-to-day life harder, and that’s where having a clear plan matters.
He also helps people with inherited retinal conditions. This may include retinitis pigmentosa, cone-rod dystrophy, choroideremia, Stargardt macular degeneration, and Leber congenital amaurosis. Some families come in because of suspected genetic eye disease, and some already have a diagnosis and want help managing what comes next.
In some cases, vision changes can be linked with other body systems as well. For example, Usher syndrome can involve both eye and hearing changes, and other rare conditions can affect vision from childhood into adulthood. John understands that these situations can be stressful, and he focuses on clear explanations and practical next steps.
He cares for adults and children where appropriate, depending on the condition and how it affects vision. People may be dealing with retinopathy pigmentary mental retardation, Batten disease, or different forms of CLN disease, along with other rare causes of retinal and macular loss. While each condition is different, the goal is the same: to support vision as much as possible and to help patients and carers understand the pathway forward.
John also treats problems that can show up later in life, such as adult-onset vitelliform macular dystrophy (AVMD). These conditions can move slowly or change over time, so follow-up matters. He works with patients to keep appointments on track and to discuss what symptoms to watch for.
If you’re looking for an ophthalmologist in Nedlands, John N. De Roach provides eye care for retinal and macular concerns, including age-related problems and inherited disorders. His approach stays calm and grounded, with care that takes the time to get the details right.
