Dr. Azhar bin Zainuddin

Dr Azhar advised potential users of contact lenses to first seek the advice of an optometrist or ophthalmologist. "They see a doctor after damage sets in, usually when the lenses cannot be removed. This is what we want the users to avert because it may be too late to save their eyes."We want them to see a doctor first so that we can explain the proper use of contact lenses and care of their eyes."Dr Azhar also lamented on poor awareness among the people on eyecare, saying that not many went for annual eye examinations."Every individual, even in the best of health, must have their eyes examined at least once a year. Many people only go to a doctor when the situation has deteriorated to a state where they are beginning to lose their sight."

Dr Azhar bin Zainuddin is a member of Malaysian Society of Ophthalmology (MSO), the professional body that represents eye doctors in Malaysia.