Overview
The Department of Ophthalmology at Baby Memorial Hospital offers complete eye care services for patients of all ages, ranging from routine vision checks to advanced surgical treatments. The department provides both basic and specialised care for conditions such as cataract, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, squint, and other vision-related disorders. An emergency ocular trauma care service ensures immediate attention for eye injuries and emergencies. Consultants trained in optometry also provide precise prescriptions for glasses and contact lenses for both adults and children.
The department is equipped with advanced diagnostic and surgical technologies, including slit-lamp examination, A/B scans, keratometry, gonioscopy, and ophthalmoscopy, ensuring accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning. Painless phacoemulsification surgery for cataracts, squint correction, oculoplastic procedures, and diabetic retinopathy screening are routinely performed in world-class operation theatres. With a team of skilled ophthalmologists, nurses, and technicians, the department focuses on patient comfort, safety, and improved visual outcomes through compassionate and evidence-based eye care.