Opthalmology

We have an average of 40 out-patient visits per day and 20 cataract surgeries per month. We have achieved this within a year from of establishment of the department. 

Our subspecialities are

• Glaucoma

• The cornea

• The retina

• Uveitis

• Refractive surgery

• Pediatrics

• Neuro-ophthalmology

• Plastic and reconstructive surgery

• Ocular oncology

Here are some commonly treated conditions,

• Glaucoma

• Retinal conditions, such as macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy

• Corneal conditions.

• Cataracts.

• Cases involving children or childhood eye conditions.

• Cases with a neurological cause or component, such as optic nerve problems, abnormal eye movements, double vision, and some kinds of vision loss.

• Cases involving complex surgical procedures, such as reconstructive surgery or advanced vision repair.

            We are not only focusing on surgeries. We also prescribe glasses, correct them, fix them, assist in using contact lenses, and help maintain them

Surgeries commonly performed include:

• Diagnosis and monitoring of moderate-to-severe eye conditions

• Cataract surgery

• Glaucoma surgery

• Refractive surgery to correct vision

• Cancer treatment

• Reconstructive surgery to repair trauma or birth abnormalities, such as crossed eyes

• Chronic or severe tear duct infections or blockages

• Neoplasm (tumor, cyst, or foreign object) removal

• Monitoring or consulting on cases relating to other conditions, such as diabetic retinopathy or immune conditions

• Injections around the eyes and face to alter facial structure function and appearance

• Repairing torn or detached retinas

• Corneal transplants

When to see an ophthalmologist?

                            Most people see an ophthalmologist because they are experiencing chronic or severe vision symptoms or signs of eye conditions, such as:

• Bulging eyes

• Reduced, distorted, blocked, or double vision

• Excessive tearing

• Eyelid abnormalities or problems

• Seeing colored circles or halos around lights

• Misaligned eyes

• Black specks or strings called floaters in the field of view

• Seeing flashes of light

• Unexplained eye redness

• Loss of peripheral vision

We treat conditions are attended to on an emergency basis:

• Sudden vision loss or changes

• Sudden or severe eye pain

• Eye injury

Screening check-ups are done for the following

• High blood pressure

• Diabetes

• A family history of eye conditions

• HIV

• Thyroid conditions, for example, Graves’ disease