What does an Ophthalmologist do?

An ophthalmologist diagnoses and treats all eye diseases, performs eye surgery and prescribes and fits eyeglasses and contact lenses to correct vision problems in an individual.

What are the typical symptoms to consult an Ophthalmologist?

Symptoms like Eye Pain, Eye Fatigue, Eye Infection, Blurry Vision, Light Sensitivity, Dry or Itchy Eyes, Flashes & Spots.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by the Ophthalmologist?

The tests include Color Vision Test, Computerized Optic Disc Imaging, Nerve Fiber Layer Analysis, Corneal Topography, Electro-Diagnostic Testing, Fluorescein Angiography, Ocular Coherence Tomography and Photography of the eye.

Whats the difference between an optometrist and Opthamologist?

An ophthalmologist diagnoses and treats all eye diseases, performs eye surgery and prescribes and fits eyeglasses and contact lenses to correct vision problems in an individual whereas an Optometrist is a healthcare professional who provide primary vision care ranging from sight testing and correction to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of vision changes.

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Dr. S.Bharti

Ophthalmologist

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MBBS , MS

5 (32 Ratings)

47 years of overall experience

Works at Bharti Eye Hospital, New Delhi

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About Dr. S.Bharti

Currently associated as Medical Director with Bharti Eye Foundation, New Delhi
Comprehensive ophthalmologist and now primarily an anterior segment surgeon
Specializes in Corneal Diseases and Refractive Surgery
Pioneer in the field of Refractive surgery and Phaco-emulsification
Running phaco-emulsification training academy where over 30 ophthalmologists have trained so far
Presented over 50 original papers in various national and international conferences including Anmerican Academy of Ophthalmology,ASCRS, ESCRS, Korean SCRS and APAO