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Dr Rajaram Thangasamy , Ophthalmologist Online

Dr Rajaram Thangasamy

Ophthalmologist

14 YRS Exp.

MBBS, D.O., D.N.B., F.I.C.O

You pay ₹ 500

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 75

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English, Tamil

Apollo Hospitals Tondiarpet, Chennai

Available at 2:30 AM

Dr. Aniel Malhotra, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Aniel Malhotra

Ophthalmologist

30 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MS, DOMS

You pay ₹ 2500

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 150

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English, French, Hindi

Apollo Hospitals Indraprastha, South Delhi

Available at 3:30 AM

Available at 4:30 AM

Dr. L R Seth

Ophthalmologist

36 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MS, DOMS

You pay ₹ 2000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 120

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English, Hindi

Apollo Hospitals Indraprastha, South Delhi

Available at 4:30 AM

Available at 3:30 AM

Dr. K Sreekumar Reddy

Ophthalmologist

26 YRS Exp.

MBBS MD (Ophthalmology) EGESTOLP

Starts at ₹ 800

English, Hindi, Telugu

Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad

Available on Request

Available at 3:30 AM

Dr. Smita Gaurav Gujarathi, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Smita Gaurav Gujarathi

Ophthalmologist

4 YRS Exp.

MBBS DNB (Opthal)

You pay ₹ 800

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 680

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English

Apollo Hospitals Nashik, Nashik

Available at 5:00 AM

Available at 3:30 AM

Dr. Shikha Fogla

Ophthalmologist

17 YRS Exp.

MBBS; MS Ophthal, Fellow in Anterior Segment & Glaucoma

Starts at ₹ 1500

English, Hindi, Punjabi, Tamil

Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad

Available at 3:30 AM

Dr. Rajesh Fogla, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Rajesh Fogla

Ophthalmologist

25 YRS Exp.

MBBS, DNB, FRCS(Edin), FRC Ophthal (London), FACS (USA), MMed (Singapore)

You pay ₹ 3000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 180

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English, Hindi, Telugu

Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad

Available tomorrow

Available at 3:30 AM

Dr Mridula V Amarnath, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr Mridula V Amarnath

Ophthalmologist

5 YRS Exp.

MBBS,MS (Opthalomology)

You pay ₹ 700

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 105

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Hindi, English, Kannada

Apollo Clinic, HSR Layout, Bengaluru

Available at 4:30 AM

Available at 3:30 AM

Dr. Suman Grover

Ophthalmologist

7 YRS Exp.

MBBS, M.S.

Starts at ₹ 800

English, Hindi

Visitech Eye Centre, Delhi

Available at 3:30 AM

Dr Kanse Vaibhav, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr Kanse Vaibhav

Ophthalmologist

10 YRS Exp.

MBBS, DO, MS, DNB

You pay ₹ 750

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 113

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English, Hindi, Marathi, Sanskrit

Apollo Clinic, Nigdi, Pune

Available at 3:30 AM

Dr. Blessy Jacob, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Blessy Jacob

Ophthalmologist

6 YRS Exp.

MBBS,MS (Ophthalmology), FRCS

You pay ₹ 600

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 510

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English, Hindi

Apollo Clinic, Nigdi, Pune

Available at 3:30 AM

Available in 6 days

Dr. Suman Grover

Ophthalmologist

7 YRS Exp.

MBBS, M.S.

Starts at ₹ 800

English, Hindi

Visitech Eye Centre Jasola, Delhi

Available at 3:30 AM

Monisha

Ophthalmologist

10 YRS Exp.

M.B.B.S, M.S(Opthalmology)

You pay ₹ 700

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 105

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English, Hindi

Apollo Clinic Hazratganj, Lucknow

Available at 3:45 AM

Dr. Meenakshi Pande, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Meenakshi Pande

Ophthalmologist

22 YRS Exp.

MBBS, DO, FICO, FRCS

You pay ₹ 700

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 42

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English, Tamil

Apollo Speciality Hospitals OMR, Chennai

Available at 5:30 AM

Available at 4:00 AM

Dr. Indumathy Ramachandran, Ophthalmologist Online

MBBS, DO (CMC, Vellore ), DNB (Ophthal), FICO ( Cambridge, UK ) Cataract, Cornea and Laser Refractive Surgeon , Fellowship in Cornea and External Disease and Refractive Surgery.1. Fellow in General Ophthalmology – Agarwal Eye Hospital, Chennai. Got trained in both Anterior and Posterior Segment Diseases of the Eye, especially, Advanced Cataract Surgery and Management of its Complications, Laser Refractive Surgery, Retinal Diseases and Retinal Lasers and Retinal Detachment Surgeries and also, Glaucoma Surgeries. Deputed by the hospital management to do Cataract and Laser Refractive Surgeries (LASIK) at partnering institute as Visiting Consultant, on a regular basis. Sent by the Hospital Management to do Observership in New York, USA. 2. Fellowship in Cornea, External Diseases and Refractive Surgery at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad. Got trained to evaluate and manage various Corneal Disorders including Corneal Transplantation ( Lamellar and Penetrating ) and Laser Refractive Surgery.

You pay ₹ 800

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₹ 48

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English, Hindi, Telugu, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam

Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad

Available at 4:00 AM

Dr. Sridhar Annam, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Sridhar Annam

Ophthalmologist

15 YRS Exp.

MBBS, DO, MS (Opthal)

You pay ₹ 1000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 850

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English, Hindi, Telugu, Kanada

Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad

Available at 4:30 AM

Available at 4:00 AM

Dr. Siddharth Malaiya

Ophthalmologist

10 YRS Exp.

MS Opthal,Cornea Transplant

Starts at ₹ 700

English, Hindi

Apollo Sage Hospital, Bhopal

Available at 4:00 AM

Available at 4:01 AM

Dr. Varun Saini

Ophthalmologist

8 YRS Exp.

MBBS, M.S.

You pay ₹ 900

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 792

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English, Hindi

Visitech Eye Centre Jasola, Delhi

Available at 4:30 AM

Available at 4:00 AM

Dr. R P Singh

Ophthalmologist

28 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD (Ophthalmology)- AIIMS

Starts at ₹ 800

English, Hindi

Visitech Eye Centre Jasola, Delhi

Available at 4:00 AM

Dr. Pradnya Nikam, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Pradnya Nikam

Ophthalmologist

9 YRS Exp.

MBBS, DOMS

You pay ₹ 100

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 6

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English, Hindi

Apollo Clinic, Aundh, Pune

Available at 4:00 AM

Dr. Surabhi Gupta, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Surabhi Gupta

Ophthalmologist

20 YRS Exp.

MBBS, D.O.

You pay ₹ 940

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 799

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English, Hindi

Visitech Eye Centre, Delhi

Available at 4:00 AM

Available tomorrow at 4:30 AM

Dr. R.k. Chaurasia, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. R.k. Chaurasia

Ophthalmologist

30 YRS Exp.

MS ( Ophthalmology )

You pay ₹ 1000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 60

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English, Hindi

Apollomedics Super Speciality Hospital, Lucknow

Available at 4:30 AM

Dr. Shalini Shetty, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Shalini Shetty

Ophthalmologist

17 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MS(OPHTHAL), FRCS

You pay ₹ 850

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 51

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English, Hindi, Kannada

Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore

Available at 4:30 AM

Dr. Asad Saberi

Ophthalmologist

5 YRS Exp.

MS Opthalmology, MBBS

You pay ₹ 600

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 90

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English, Hindi, Telugu, Urdu

Apollo Hospitals Hyderguda, Hyderabad

Available at 4:30 AM

Dr. Ashwani Seth, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Ashwani Seth

Ophthalmologist

20 YRS Exp.

M.B.B.S , M.S

You pay ₹ 1000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 60

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English, Hindi

Apollo Spectra Hospitals, Karol Bagh, Delhi

Available at 4:30 AM

Available at 5:45 AM

Dr. Ulka G Bhokare, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Ulka G Bhokare

Ophthalmologist

9 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MS

You pay ₹ 650

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 552

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English, Hindi

Apollo Medical Center, Marathahalli, Bangalore

Available at 4:30 AM

Dr. Saurabh Singh, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Saurabh Singh

Ophthalmologist

20 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MS (OPHTHALMOLOGY)

You pay ₹ 900

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 792

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English, Hindi

ACCURA EYE CARE, Delhi

Available tomorrow

Available at 4:30 AM

Dr. Anupa Gulati

Ophthalmologist

25 YRS Exp.

MBBS, DO

Starts at ₹ 800

English, Hindi

Visitech Eye Centre, Delhi

Available at 4:30 AM

Dr. Megha Karnawat

Ophthalmologist

3 YRS Exp.

MBBS, DNB

Starts at ₹ 800

English, Hindi

Visitech Eye Centre Jasola, Delhi

Available at 4:30 AM

Dr. Geetha .p

Ophthalmologist

22 YRS Exp.

MBBS, DO, MS

You pay ₹ 600

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 36

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English, Tamil

Apollo Speciality Hospitals Vanagaram, Tiruvallur

Available tomorrow

Available at 4:30 AM

Dr. C K Deepa

Ophthalmologist

14 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MS (Ophthalmology), FAEH (IOL & Anterior Segment). Senior Consultant - Ophthalmology

You pay ₹ 800

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 48

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English, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil, Odia, Punjabi, Bhojpuri, Bengali

Apollo Hospitals Old Sainik School Road, Bhubaneswar

Available at 4:30 AM

Dr. Surbhi Gupta

Ophthalmologist

20 YRS Exp.

MBBS, DO

Starts at ₹ 800

English, Hindi

Visitech Eye Centre Jasola, Delhi

Available at 4:30 AM

Dr. Megha Karnawat

Ophthalmologist

3 YRS Exp.

MBBS,DNB

You pay ₹ 945

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 803

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English, Hindi

Visitech Eye Centre, Delhi

Available at 4:30 AM

Dr. Rakesh Goud

Ophthalmologist

20 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MS (Opthal)

You pay ₹ 600

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 36

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English, Hindi, Marathi

Apollo Clinic, Wanowrie, Pune

Available at 4:30 AM

Dr. Charu Chaudhary, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Charu Chaudhary

Ophthalmologist

8 YRS Exp.

MS-Ophthal, FVRS

You pay ₹ 1000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 850

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English, Hindi

Apollomedics Super Speciality Hospital, Lucknow

Available at 4:45 AM

Dr. Abhishek Hoshing, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Abhishek Hoshing

Ophthalmologist

8 YRS Exp.

MBBS, DNB , Fellow in Corneal Transplant surg., Refractive Surg. & Ocular Surface diseases

You pay ₹ 1000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 850

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English, Bengali, Hindi, Marathi

Apollo Hospitals CBD Belapur, Mumbai

Available tomorrow

Available at 4:45 AM

Dr. Muralidhar Alavandi, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Muralidhar Alavandi

Ophthalmologist

32 YRS Exp.

MBBS, DOMS

You pay ₹ 600

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 36

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English, Hindi, Marathi

Apollo Clinic, Viman Nagar, Pune

Available at 5:00 AM

Dr. Robin Aggarwal, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Robin Aggarwal

Ophthalmologist

12 YRS Exp.

MBBS,D O, MS (OPHTHALMOLOGY)

You pay ₹ 1000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 850

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English, Hindi

ACCURA EYE CARE, Delhi

Available at 5:30 AM

Available at 5:00 AM

Dr. Madhurjya Gogoi

Ophthalmologist

19 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD(AIIMS)

Starts at ₹ 700

English, Hindi, Assamese

Apollo Excelcare Hospital, Guwahati

Available at 5:30 AM

Dr. Ranjana Mithal, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Ranjana Mithal

Ophthalmologist

36 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MS

You pay ₹ 2000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 120

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English, Hindi

Apollo Hospitals Indraprastha, South Delhi

Available at 5:30 AM

Available tomorrow at 6:30 AM

Dr. Indrani Goswami

Ophthalmologist

17 YRS Exp.

MBBS, M.S

Starts at ₹ 700

English, Hindi, Assamese

Apollo Excelcare Hospital, Guwahati

Available at 5:30 AM

Dr. Kartikeya Sangal, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Kartikeya Sangal

Ophthalmologist

15 YRS Exp.

MBBS,MS

You pay ₹ 1000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 60

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English

Apollo Spectra Hospitals, Nehru Place, South Delhi

Available at 5:30 AM

Dr. Vyankatesh Pharande

Ophthalmologist

25 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MS (Ophthalmology )

Starts at ₹ 500

English, Hindi, Marathi

PHARANDE EYE HOSPITAL & PHACO CENTER, Pune

Available at 5:30 AM

S P Mangala Jyothi, Ophthalmologist Online

S P Mangala Jyothi

Ophthalmologist

14 YRS Exp.

M.S Opthamology, Fellowship in Medical Retina & IOL

You pay ₹ 700

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 105

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English, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada

Apollo Clinic Bellandur, Bengaluru

Available at 5:30 AM

Dr. Major Raghavan V

Ophthalmologist

38 YRS Exp.

MBBS, DOMS, MS(Ophthal)

Starts at ₹ 1000

English

Apollo Hospitals Cancer Centre Nandanam, Chennai

Available at 5:45 AM

Dr Brig Parthasarathi Moulick, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr Brig Parthasarathi Moulick

Ophthalmologist

30 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MS (Ophthalmology)

You pay ₹ 1000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 150

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English, Hindi, Bengali

Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals , Kolkata, Kolkata

Available tomorrow at 6:30 AM

Dr Santosh Ramchandani, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr Santosh Ramchandani

Ophthalmologist

16 YRS Exp.

MBBS MS OPTHALMOLOGY

You pay ₹ 1000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 60

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English

Apollo Hospitals Vijay Nagar, Indore

Available tomorrow at 6:30 AM

Dr Sunita Gur

Ophthalmologist

30 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MS(OPTHAMOLOGY)

You pay ₹ 600

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 510

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English, Hindi, Marathi

Acuvision Eye Center, Delhi

Available tomorrow

Available tomorrow at 6:30 AM

Dr. Shubhra Goel, Oculoplastician Online

Dr. Shubhra Goel

Oculoplastician

15 YRS Exp.

MBBS, DO, DNB,MNAMS, Fellow Orbit and Oculoplastic, Fellow in Ophthalmic Facial Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics, USA

You pay ₹ 800

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 48

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English, Bengali, Gujarati, Hindi, English, Hindi, Telugu

Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad

Available tomorrow

Available tomorrow at 6:30 AM

Dr. Varun Saini

Ophthalmologist

8 YRS Exp.

MBBS, M.S.

Starts at ₹ 800

English, Hindi

Visitech Eye Centre, Delhi

Available tomorrow

Dr. Asim Kumar Kandar, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Asim Kumar Kandar

Ophthalmologist

13 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MD(Ophthal) AIIMS, DNB (Ophthal) AIIMS FRCS (Opthalmology), FICO

You pay ₹ 1000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 60

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English, Hindi, Bengali, Tamil

Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals , Kolkata, Kolkata

Available tomorrow at 7:30 AM

Dr. Sirish Kumar V, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Sirish Kumar V

Ophthalmologist

15 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MS

You pay ₹ 500

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 30

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English

Apollo Hospitals D R D O kanchanbagh, Hyderabad

Available tomorrow at 7:30 AM

Dr. Aparna Bhatnagar, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Aparna Bhatnagar

Ophthalmologist

19 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MS, Fellow (Orbit, Oculoplasty, Trauma, orbito facial Plastic surgery)

You pay ₹ 600

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 36

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English, Hindi

Apollo Speciality Hospitals Vanagaram, Tiruvallur

Available tomorrow

Available tomorrow at 7:45 AM

Dr. Sujit Pahari, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Sujit Pahari

Ophthalmologist

22 YRS Exp.

MBBS, DNB, DOMS Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon. FIC (Ophthal).

You pay ₹ 700

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 42

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English, Bengali, Hindi

Apollo Hospitals Seepat Road, Bilaspur

Available tomorrow

Available tomorrow at 8:00 AM

Dr. Pratik Ranjan Sen, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Pratik Ranjan Sen

Ophthalmologist

20 YRS Exp.

MBBS; MS; DO

You pay ₹ 1000

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 60

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English

Apollo Hospitals Greams Road, Chennai

Available tomorrow at 8:30 AM

Dr. Ashu Agarwal, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr. Ashu Agarwal

Ophthalmologist

24 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MS

You pay ₹ 1200

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 72

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English, Hindi

Apollo Hospitals Indraprastha, South Delhi

Available tomorrow

Available tomorrow at 3:30 AM

Dr Bhargavi Pawar, Ophthalmologist Online

Dr Bhargavi Pawar

Ophthalmologist

10 YRS Exp.

MBBS, MS OPTHALMOLOGY

You pay ₹ 650

CIRCLE MEMBER PAYS

₹ 552

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English, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil

Apollo Medical Center, Marathahalli, Bangalore

Available tomorrow at 9:45 AM

What is Ophthalmology?

Ophthalmology is a medical speciality that deals with the diagnosis, treatment, and management of eye-related diseases and conditions. It involves the study of the anatomy, physiology, and diseases of the eyes, as well as the prevention and treatment of visual disorders.

Who is an Ophthalmologist?

An ophthalmologist or an eye specialist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases and conditions. Ophthalmologists undergo extensive training in medical school and residency programmes to develop expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of various eye problems. They can prescribe medications, perform surgery, and provide medical care for both common and rare eye disorders.

When Should You Consult an Eye Specialist?

It is recommended to consult an ophthalmologist if you experience any of the following symptoms or conditions:

Blurry or distorted vision
Eye pain or discomfort
Sensitivity to light
Redness or inflammation of the eye
Changes in vision or difficulty seeing
Floaters or flashes of light
A sudden loss of vision

It is also important to consult an ophthalmologist if you have a family history of eye diseases, are diabetic, or have a history of high blood pressure or other chronic conditions that may affect your eye health.

What Medical Conditions Do Ophthalmologists Treat?

Ophthalmologists are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of eye-related diseases and conditions, including:

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Macular degeneration
Retinal detachment
Diabetic retinopathy
Corneal disease
Eye infections
Strabismus (crossed eyes)
Amblyopia (lazy eye)

What Are the Different Types of Procedures Conducted by an Ophthalmologist?

Ophthalmologists perform a variety of procedures to treat eye diseases and conditions. Some of the most common procedures include:

Refractive surgery: LASIK and other types of refractive surgery are used to correct vision problems such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
Cataract surgery: This procedure is used to remove cataracts, which are a clouding of the eye's lens that can cause vision problems.
Glaucoma surgery: Various surgical techniques are used to treat glaucoma, a condition that causes damage to the optic nerve and can lead to vision loss.
Corneal transplant surgery: This procedure is used to replace a damaged or diseased cornea with a healthy one from a donor.

How Can I Consult an Ophthalmologist?

If you need to consult an ophthalmologist, you can use the Apollo 24|7 website or app to book an appointment. The platform allows you to choose from a list of experienced ophthalmologists and book an appointment at a time and location that is convenient for you.

The Role of an Ophthalmologist in Healthcare

Eye specialists play a critical role in healthcare by providing medical care and treatment for a wide range of eye-related diseases and conditions. They work closely with other healthcare providers, including optometrists, primary care physicians, and other specialists to ensure that patients receive the best possible care for their eye health.

In addition to providing medical care, ophthalmologists also contribute to research and education in their field. They work to develop new treatments and technologies to improve the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases and conditions. This way they help train the next generation of eye care professionals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is an ophthalmologist?

An ophthalmologist is a physician who specializes in the medical and surgical care of the eyes and visual system and in the prevention of eye diseases and injuries. They deliver total eye care, primary, secondary and tertiary examinations, medical eye care and surgical eye care, diagnose general diseases of the body and treat ocular manifestations of systemic diseases.

What do ophthalmologists do?

Ophthalmologists Specialize In the treatment of illnesses, diseases, injuries, and conditions that affect the eye. They perform vision tests and prescribes corrective lenses but, most importantly, perform eye surgeries and treat eye diseases.

How to consult an ophthalmologist online?

To consult an ophthalmologist online, click on the ‘Online Doctor Consultation’ section on the Apollo 24/7 app or website. Then type ‘ophthalmology ’ in the search bar to find a list of ophthalmologists, along with their consultation timings. Choose one that suits your requirements and click on the ‘Consult’ button to book an appointment with an ophthalmologist.

Does an ophthalmologist treat all kinds of eye diseases and vision-related problems?

Yes, ophthalmologists treat all kinds of eye disorders. They provide routine care such as vision testing and prescribing glasses and contact lenses, perform advanced surgical procedures, treat and diagnose all eye injuries.

When should I consult an ophthalmologist?

You should consult an ophthalmologist if you experience physical changes to your eyes, pain in your eyes or in the areas around it.

What do we call an ophthalmologist in simple words?

Ophthalmologists are simply known as ‘eye doctors’ as they specialize in eye health and vision care.

Can I consult with an eye specialist anytime?

Yes, on Apollo 24/7, you can consult an ophthalmologist any time. Our Ophthalmologists are available round-the-clock for online consultations. Just pick your preferred slot and book a consultation.

How do I choose the best ophthalmologist in India?

Apollo 24/7 has the best ophthalmologist in India who are available round-the-clock to offer you an online consultation. All our doctors are highly-qualified and experienced to ensure that all your health conditions are taken care.

Does video consultation available with all ophthalmologists?

Yes, all ophthalmologists on the 24/7 platform offer video call consultations.

What is the difference between an ophthalmologist and an optometrist?

An ophthalmologist is a doctor who can treat all types of eye conditions and can perform eye surgeries as well. An optometrist, on the other hand, is a healthcare professional who provides primary eye care. Optometrists are trained to diagnose and manage eye diseases as well as vision abnormalities.

What conditions can ophthalmologists treat?

Some of the conditions that ophthalmologists treat are conjunctivitis, cataracts, astigmatism, corneal dystrophies, dry eyes, diabetic retinopathy, eye cancer, macular degeneration, hyperopia, myopia, retinal detachment, uveitis, and strabismus"

Do ophthalmologists perform surgeries?

Yes, ophthalmologists are trained to perform eye surgeries which include cornea reshaping, cataract extraction, transplants, lens replacement, glaucoma treatment, and retinal detachment repair.

I need contact lenses. Should I visit an ophthalmologist?

You need not visit an ophthalmologist for contact lenses. Instead, you can visit an optometrist. You should visit an ophthalmologist for more complex eye conditions such as cataract, glaucoma, eye cancer, conjunctivitis, etc.