Dr David Gunn
MBBS (Hons I), BSc, CertLRS, FRANZCO, FWCRS
Dr. David Gunn, a respected ophthalmologist based in Brisbane, specialises in managing corneal diseases, cataract surgery, and advanced laser and refractive eye procedures at the Queensland Eye Institute. He graduated with First Class Honours from the University of Queensland and was awarded the prestigious K.G. Howsam gold medal during his ophthalmology training. As an innovator in his field, Dr. Gunn has a special interest in topographic laser eye surgery procedures. His introduction of the Corneal Allogenic Intrastromal Ring Segment surgery to Australia in May 2021 stands as testament to his drive for innovation, putting him among a select few surgeons worldwide performing this technique. Beyond his clinical work, Dr. Gunn contributes to future developments in ophthalmology as a senior lecturer at the University of Queensland and through his active engagement in eye disease research. However, what truly defines Dr. Gunn’s work is his unwavering dedication to patient care. His pursuit of innovation and commitment to education all aim towards one goal: to enhance the lives of his patients through exceptional eye care. For Dr. Gunn, improving vision means improving life, a philosophy that continues to guide his practice in Brisbane.
Professional Affiliations & Research
Posts by Dr David Gunn
Why Won't Glasses Fix My Astigmatism? Understanding Pellucid Marginal Degeneration
Published on 11 Sept 2026
When high astigmatism keeps changing and glasses never quite work, pellucid marginal degeneration may be why. Dr David Gunn explains PMD diagnosis and treatment options.
Dr David Gunn Featured in The Courier-Mail: Keratoconus, Eye Rubbing and the Short-Sightedness Surge
Published on 2 Sept 2026
Dr David Gunn was one of 39 eye surgeons in The Courier-Mail's short-sightedness survey: keratoconus is 1 in 84, stop rubbing, act on vision changes.
Dr David Gunn Joins International CAIRS Faculty at ESCRS 2026 in London
Published on 28 Aug 2026
Dr David Gunn joins an international faculty of corneal surgeons providing CAIRS education and wet lab training at ESCRS 2026 in London.
Australia's First Apple Vision Pro-Assisted Surgery, Performed in Brisbane
Last Updated: 2 Sept 2026
Dr David Gunn has performed Australia's first Apple Vision Pro-assisted surgery in Brisbane: a combined cataract and corneal transplant, femtosecond CAIRS and multifocal cataract surgery, all viewed through the headset via a live 3D theatre feed.
Eye Rubbing and Keratoconus: Can Rubbing Damage Your Cornea? | Dr David Gunn
Last Updated: 25 Aug 2026
Frequent, vigorous eye rubbing is associated with keratoconus. Learn how rubbing may affect corneal health, vision and laser surgery suitability.
Keratoconus at AUSCRS 2026: Chairing Cornea Saturday Morning Live, The Cone Edition
Published on 22 July 2026
Dr David Gunn co-chaired Session Ten at AUSCRS 2026 on the Sunshine Coast, a talk-show format cornea session on keratoconus, cross-linking and CAIRS ring segments.
Asia-Pacific's First Heads-Up 3D LASIK Performed in Brisbane
Published on 12 July 2026
Dr David Gunn has performed the Asia-Pacific's first fully heads-up 3D LASIK in Brisbane, using Alcon's NGENUITY 3D display with the WaveLight EX500 excimer laser.
Femto CAIRS at the Ziemer Asian User Meeting 2026, Kuala Lumpur
Published on 2 Apr 2026
Dr David Gunn presented Femto CAIRS in the therapeutics session at the Ziemer Asian User Meeting in Kuala Lumpur, walking surgeons through how a CAIRS plan is built from the corneal map.
WaveLight Plus Results and Early PanOptix Pro Experience at FOCUS 2026, Melbourne
Published on 25 Mar 2026
Dr David Gunn sat on the FOCUS 2026 steering committee in Melbourne, moderated the cataract session and presented ray-traced WaveLight Plus outcomes alongside early Clareon PanOptix Pro experience.
Delivering the 2026 Cornea SA Lecture at the SASCRS Congress in Johannesburg
Published on 19 Feb 2026
Dr David Gunn was invited to give the 2026 Cornea SA Lecture at the 21st SASCRS International Congress in Johannesburg, and led the Lions World Vision Institute CAIRS wet lab for South African surgeons.
PanOptix Pro Lens: Next-Generation Vision for Premium Cataract Surgery in Brisbane
Last Updated: 25 Aug 2026
The new PanOptix Pro IOL - the new generation multifocal lens from Alcon
Laser Eye Surgery Options in Brisbane: CLEAR, LASIK and PRK Explained
Last Updated: 25 Aug 2026
Laser Eye Surgery Brisbane
Can I Have Cataract or Lens Replacement Surgery If I’ve Already Had LASIK or ICL?
Published on 28 Sept 2025
Can I have cataract surgery after previous LASIK or ICL?
Transitioning to CAIRS: Precut Rings and the Brisbane Nomogram at ESCRS Copenhagen 2025
Published on 23 Sept 2025
Dr David Gunn joined the Transitioning to CAIRS session at the 43rd ESCRS Congress in Copenhagen, presenting precut allogenic ring segments, the 2025 Brisbane nomogram and the CAIRSPlan planning platform.
Next Generation CAIRS Modelling and Automated Nomograms: RANZCO Queensland 2025
Published on 28 Aug 2025
Dr David Gunn presented automated CAIRS planning built from hyper-parallel OCT data at the RANZCO Queensland Branch Annual Scientific Meeting on the Gold Coast, and took the cornea controversies session.
Keratoconus Treatment in Brisbane.
Last Updated: 25 Aug 2026
Keratoconus Treatment Brisbane
What Are Multifocal Lens Implants? A Guide for Brisbane Cataract Patients
Last Updated: 25 Aug 2026
Multifocal Lens Surgery Brisbane - is it right for you?
FemtoCAIRS for Keratoconus, Four Years On: The 2025 Update at AUSCRS Darwin
Published on 24 July 2025
Dr David Gunn presented the 2025 FemtoCAIRS update at AUSCRS in Darwin and joined the faculty for A Deep Dive into Refractive Solutions, four years after performing Australia's first CAIRS procedure.
RayOne EMV™ Lens: Redefining Cataract Surgery Outcomes in Brisbane
Published on 7 July 2025
Cataract Surgery in Brisbane: How the RayOne EMV™ Lens Delivers Clearer, Glasses-Light Vision
ICL Surgery in Brisbane: A Clear Solution When LASIK Isn’t an Option
Last Updated: 25 Aug 2026
ICL Surgery Brisbane - your complete guide.
Pterygium Surgery in Brisbane: Advanced Eye Treatment in Queensland
Last Updated: 25 Aug 2026
Pterygium Surgery Brisbane - your complete guide.
Dr Gunn presents CAIRS as the 2025 Ridley Lecture at the German Ophthalmic Society meeting DOC May 2025
Published on 17 May 2025
Dr Gunn was invited to present CAIRS as the 2025 Ridley Lecture at the German Ophthalmic Society Meeting DOC May 2025
Cataract Surgery in Brisbane: Your Complete Guide
Last Updated: 25 Aug 2026
Cataract Surgery in Brisbane - your complete guide.
The Rayner Galaxy IOL: A New Era in Premium Vision Correction
Published on 21 Apr 2025
The new Rayner Galaxy Spiral IOL - a full multifocal lens with much less haloes
Femto-CAIRS for Corneal Ectasia: The Brisbane Series at ESCRS Barcelona 2024
Published on 17 Sept 2024
Dr David Gunn presented two abstracts at the 42nd ESCRS Congress in Barcelona — femtosecond CAIRS for corneal ectasia, and Phorcides-guided PTK with cross-linking for keratoconus.
Awarded the IIRSI Gold Medal in Chennai for Contributions to Ophthalmology
Published on 16 July 2024
Dr David Gunn was invited international faculty at IIRSI 2024 in Chennai, where he received the IIRSI Gold Medal and gave four talks on FemtoCAIRS, WaveLight Plus and transepithelial cross-linking.
CAIRSPLAN.COM - TRANSFORMING KERATOCONUS CARE WITH CAIRS
Last Updated: 25 Aug 2026
CAIRSPlan.com allows surgeons worldwide to access a free planning tool for CAIRS keratoconus surgery.
Teaching the CAIRS Instructional Course at ESCRS Vienna 2023
Published on 19 Sept 2023
Dr David Gunn joined the CAIRS instructional course faculty at the 41st ESCRS Congress in Vienna and presented on femtosecond-cut corneal allogenic ring segments for keratoconus.
StreamLight Transepithelial PRK and Femtosecond CAIRS at APACRS 2023, Singapore
Published on 19 June 2023
Dr David Gunn presented no-touch StreamLight transepithelial PRK and femtosecond CAIRS at the 35th APACRS Annual Meeting in Singapore, and recorded teaching material for the congress education library.
LASIK VS PRK: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO LASER EYE SURGERY
Last Updated: 25 Aug 2026
Explore the world of laser eye surgery with Brisbane's Dr. David Gunn. Discover the differences between LASIK and PRK, understand their benefits, and learn how these innovative procedures can enhance your life. Your vision is our priority.
Topography-Guided PTK With Cross-Linking for Keratoconus at ESCRS Milan 2022
Published on 27 Sept 2022
Dr David Gunn presented Phorcides-guided topographic PTK combined with corneal cross-linking for keratoconus at the 40th ESCRS Congress in Milan, plus the first reported case of CAIRS with cross-linking for post-LASIK ectasia.
TRAVELLING TO BRISBANE FOR YOUR EYE SURGERY
Last Updated: 25 Aug 2026
Information about travelling to Brisbane to See Dr Gunn for eye surgery.
NEW KERATOCONUS TREATMENT AUSTRALIA: CAIRS - CORNEAL ALLOGENIC INTRASTROMAL RING SEGMENTS
Last Updated: 25 Aug 2026
New Keratoconus treatment in Brisbane: CAIRS - Corneal Allogenic Intrastromal Ring Segments.
HOW DOES LASER EYE SURGERY WORK?
Last Updated: 25 Aug 2026
Laser Eye Surgery - how does it work? Answers to common questions about this life changing procedure.
ADVANCED KERATOCONUS TREATMENT WITH PHORCIDES
Last Updated: 25 Aug 2026
Phorcides is a breakthrough treatment for Keratoconus allowing accurate planning of treatments to not only stop progression but improve vision.