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 Sudhir Bhatia

Ophthalmologist

Senior Consultant
MBBS , MS

5 (32 Ratings)

35 years of overall experience

Works at Bharti Eye Hospital, New Delhi

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About Dr Sudhir Bhatia

Currently associated as a Senior Consultant at Bharti Eye Hospital, New Delhi.
Specializes in Eye surgery and ophthalmology.
Special interest are glaucoma, medical retina, cataract and refractive surgery.
Member of prestigious organisations like All India Ophthalmological Society, Delhi Diabetic Fouram and Delhi Medical Association.