Specialist in Advanced Cataract and Corneal Surgery
Dr James McKelvie is an ophthalmologist and founder of eye surgeons, renowned as a leading surgeon in the Waikato. He has completed more than 10,000 procedures to date, giving you the confidence that your care is in the hands of one of the region’s most experienced specialists. He is 100% dedicated to achieving the best possible vision for his patients and maximising freedom from glasses and contacts using premium lenses.
SPECIALIST EYE SURGEON
I view every surgery as an opportunity to custom-design a visual outcome that is life-changing. My goal is always the same: to give you the clearest, most glasses-free vision possible.
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Discover what sets Dr McKelvie apart—trusted expertise, advanced care, and outcomes patients genuinely value.
Associate Professor McKelvie brings world-class surgical innovation and specialist expertise directly to the Waikato region. In his dual role as a high-volume cataract surgeon and an Associate Professor, he customises every procedure, focusing on advanced premium lenses to deliver sharp, glasses-free vision at all distances. His unique level of skill ensures not only the best possible outcomes—even for complex corneal conditions—but also the confidence that your care is grounded in the latest university-level research and delivered without the unnecessary wait.
Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at The University of Auckland
Clinical Director for the New Zealand National Eye Bank
CEO CatTrax Limited
Ophthalmologist and Corneal Surgeon at eye surgeons, Hamilton and Cambridge
Consultant Ophthalmologist and Corneal Surgeon at Te Whatu Ora, Waikato Hospital
Cornea and anterior-segment specialist fellowship training (NZ and the UK)
PhD
MBChB, BSc (first class hons) ,The University of Auckland
These are the procedures and treatments James is highly experienced in and can help you with.
We offer short-notice bookings to make sure you get timely,
expert care when it matters most.
SPECIALIST EYE SURGEON
Specialist in Advanced Cataract and Corneal Surgery
Dr James McKelvie is an ophthalmologist and founder of eye surgeons, renowned as a leading surgeon in the Waikato. He has completed more than 10,000 procedures to date, giving you the confidence that your care is in the hands of one of the region’s most experienced specialists. He is 100% dedicated to achieving the best possible vision for his patients and maximising freedom from glasses and contacts using premium lenses.
I view every surgery as an opportunity to custom-design a visual outcome that is life-changing. My goal is always the same: to give you the clearest, most glasses-free vision possible.
Explore James’s professional background and experience on LinkedIn.
Discover what sets Dr McKelvie apart—trusted expertise, advanced care, and outcomes patients genuinely value.
Associate Professor McKelvie brings world-class surgical innovation and specialist expertise directly to the Waikato region. In his dual role as a high-volume cataract surgeon and an Associate Professor, he customises every procedure, focusing on advanced premium lenses to deliver sharp, glasses-free vision at all distances. His unique level of skill ensures not only the best possible outcomes—even for complex corneal conditions—but also the confidence that your care is grounded in the latest university-level research and delivered without the unnecessary wait.
Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at The University of Auckland
Clinical Director for the New Zealand National Eye Bank
CEO CatTrax Limited
Ophthalmologist and Corneal Surgeon at eye surgeons, Hamilton and Cambridge
Consultant Ophthalmologist and Corneal Surgeon at Te Whatu Ora, Waikato Hospital
Cornea and anterior-segment specialist fellowship training (NZ and the UK)
PhD
MBChB, BSc (first class hons) ,The University of Auckland
These are the procedures and treatments James is highly experienced in and can help you with.
We offer short-notice bookings to make
sure you get timely, expert care when it
matters most.
