Ophthalmology (Eye)

In the last three decades, there has been a virtual revolution in the practice of Ophthalmology. New technologies are evolving practically every day with the result that the eye diseases considered incurable a few years back can now be treated successfully in a large number of patients. The Department of Ophthalmology at DMC&H, Ludhiana is well equipped with all the modern equipments.

In the year 1968, the Eye Department was set up and Dr S S Grewal took over as Head. The first operation theater with an observation gallery was built in 1983. First Cataract surgery was performed under microscope in 1984. During the same year, the first IntraOcular Lens Conference was organized at DMC&H.

In 1988, the reins of the department were taken over by Dr. R.N.Sood. The first Vitreo-Retinal Surgery unit in a medical college was established at DMC&H in 1999. The VRS Department is equipped with modern equipment like B-scan, FFA and Laser Photocoagulators for posterior segment diseases. In 1995, Dr. R.K. Grewal took over as Head of the Department till 2007 and he was followed by Dr. G.S. Bajwa, who led the department until 2018, after which Dr. Sumeet Chopra took over, serving as Head until 2024.

Presently, the Department is headed by Dr. Gurvinder Kaur.

Specialities and Procedures

The Ophthalmology Department offers a wide range of outpatient, surgical and tertiary services for diseases of the eye and surrounding structures.
 The OPD Complex is equipped with Ophthalmic chair, 3 slit lamp microscopes, Humphrey Automated Perimeter, A-scan and B-scan, Autokeratometer, Indirect ophthalmoscopes, digital fundus angiography unit, Applanation tonometer, Photo Slit Lamp microscope, OCT for anterior segment and Posterior segment and Double frequency Nd-Yag laser unit. Refraction Unit has Autorefractometer Synoptophore.
 The OT Complex is equipped with 2 latest microscopes, Constellation Vitrectomy unit 0S3Vitrex and Alcon Centurion Phacoemulsification unit.

Surgical Facilities Available

Phacoemulsification Stitchless Cataract Surgery is performed with latest Intraocular lenses including multifocal lenses and other premium intraocular lenses.

All kind of Vitreoretinal surgeries for retinal detachment, intraocular foreign body removal, proliferative diabetic retinopathy, Anti VEGF, retinal lasers.

Corneal Transplant

Glaucoma surgery

Lid surgery, Ptosis, Entropion & Ectropion

Squint surgery 

Pediatric Eye Surgeries and ROP Laser 

Eye Bank

The department is running eye bank for the last 20 years and has been doing corneal transplants for needy patients. The Eye Bank is dedicated to the collection, preservation, and distribution of donor corneas for transplantation. It plays a vital role in restoring vision and promoting eye donation awareness

Speciality Clinics

Glaucoma Clinic

The Glaucoma Clinic provides comprehensive care including advanced diagnostic services and treatments such as laser iridotomy and trabeculotomy. Our expert team focuses on early detection and effective management to preserve vision and prevent progression.

Retina Clinic

The Retina Clinic provides expert care for retinal diseases such as diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal detachment and retinal vein occlusions, using OCT, FFA, and laser therapy. Advanced diagnostics and personalized treatments ensure optimal visual outcomes.

Cornea Clinic

The Cornea Clinic provides expert care for corneal conditions such as keratoconus, infectious keratitis, and dry eye disease. Equipped with advanced diagnostics and surgical options like corneal transplantation, the clinic ensures comprehensive treatment.

Pediatric Ophthalmology Clinic

The Pediatric Ophthalmology Clinic at DMC and H offers specialized care for childhood eye conditions such as strabismus, amblyopia, congenital cataract, and retinopathy of prematurity (ROP). Early diagnosis and tailored treatments ensure optimal visual development in children.

Oculoplasty Clinic

The Oculoplasty Clinic at DMC and H provides expert management of eyelid disorders, orbital tumors, lacrimal system diseases, and facial trauma. Specialized surgical care is offered for conditions like ptosis, entropion, and nasolacrimal duct obstruction.

Eye camps

The department has been organising free eye camps to serve the needy and the underprivileged.  Selected cases are operated for cataract at DMC & H.

Projection

Special clinics are being planned for Uveitis and Refractive surgeries i.e. LASIK, Femtosecond LASER.