Say Hello to SiGHTWiSE - Glaucoma Australia Gives Patient Support Program a New Name

Sydney, Australia – Glaucoma Australia’s successful patient support program now has a new name – SiGHTWiSE. The new brand identity, which is warm and inviting, signals a brighter future for people diagnosed with glaucoma and their families.

Glaucoma Australia CEO Richard Wylie said “SiGHTWiSE really is the perfect articulation for our program. We aim to support glaucoma patients throughout their treatment journey by arming them with the knowledge to confidently face a future living with glaucoma. With wisdom comes confidence and confidence is the foundation of success.”

Through one-on-one emotional and practical support delivered by qualified Orthoptist Educators and Health Councellors the SiGHTWiSE Program helps patients manage the anxiety of receiving a glaucoma diagnosis and supports them with their ongoing challenges.

Shannon Davis who was diagnosed with glaucoma when he was 43 years old said “Glaucoma Australia played a huge role in helping me along the road to acceptance. They treated me as a whole person – not just as a patient with glaucoma.”

“Through Glaucoma Australia, I’ve gained a support network, and the information and resources I need to manage my condition long into the future. I can’t put into words how important this support is to me. It’s truly life-changing,” Shannon added.

“With an average of 2700 new patients joining the program each year, SiGHTWiSE helps eye health professionals extend their care beyond the consultation room by assisting glaucoma patients to embark and stay on the optimal treatment course,” Mr Wylie said.