Most shopping malls will have at least one optician who can perform eye testing and sell glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses. Popular opticians include England Optical (branches at KLCC, Bangsar Shopping Centre, Great Eastern Mall), Better Vision in City Square, and Supreme Optical in Sungei Wang Plaza. You’ll also find opticians at hospitals as well as ophthalmologists offering more specialist care. Contact lenses are widely available and you can buy solution from pharmacies. See Eyewear in the Shopping section for more options.

Lasik surgery to correct short sightedness is becoming increasingly popular, with clinics springing up in shopping malls offering great deals. As with any kind of elective surgery, you should consider the procedure carefully beforehand and consult a doctor you trust before going ahead. Lasik surgery is also available at the major private hospitals and at the Tun Hussein Onn National Eye Hospital in Petaling Jaya. This is also the best place to go to if you need specialist eye treatment.

If you’re worried about your child’s sight, consult your paediatrician and ask them to recommend an optician or ophthalmologist who is experienced in treating children.