In Shri Mahavir Medical Cetre. Here are some common services offered by an ophthalmology unit:
1. Comprehensive Eye Examinations: Ophthalmologists perform comprehensive eye examinations to assess vision, evaluate the health of the eye structures, and detect eye conditions. These exams may include visual acuity testing, refraction for glasses prescription, assessment of eye movements and coordination, measurement of intraocular pressure, and examination of the retina and other ocular structures.
2. Diagnosis and Treatment of Eye Conditions: Ophthalmologists diagnose and treat a variety of eye conditions, including but not limited to:
Refractive Errors: Prescribing eyeglasses, contact lenses, or performing laser refractive surgery such as LASIK to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and presbyopia.
Cataracts: Surgical removal of the clouded natural lens and implantation of an artificial intraocular lens to restore vision.
Glaucoma: Evaluation, monitoring, and management of increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage through medications, laser therapy, or surgery.
Retinal Disorders: Diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the retina, such as age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, and retinal vascular diseases.
Corneal Disorders: Management of corneal diseases, including corneal infections, corneal dystrophies, and corneal transplantation.
Ocular Surface Conditions:Assessment and treatment of conditions affecting the ocular surface, such as dry eyes, blepharitis, and conjunctivitis.
Strabismus and Amblyopia:Physiotherapists provide guidance on proper posture, body mechanics, and ergonomics to prevent and alleviate musculoskeletal problems associated with workplace or daily activities. This includes education on ergonomic setups, lifting techniques, and posture correction.
Ocular Trauma:Assessment and treatment of eye injuries and trauma, including foreign body removal and surgical repair if necessary.
3. Surgical Procedures: Ophthalmologists perform various surgical procedures to treat eye conditions. These may include:
Cataract Surgery:The removal of the clouded natural lens and replacement with an artificial intraocular lens.
Refractive Surgery:Laser-assisted procedures such as LASIK, PRK, or SMILE to correct refractive errors.
Glaucoma Surgery: Different types of glaucoma surgeries, including trabeculectomy, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), and laser trabeculoplasty.
Retinal Surgery: Procedures to repair retinal detachments, treat retinal tears or holes, remove vitreous gel, and manage macular conditions.
Corneal Surgery:Corneal transplantation (keratoplasty), corneal cross-linking, or other procedures to treat corneal disorders.
Oculoplastic Surgery:Surgical procedures for eyelid reconstruction, ptosis repair (drooping eyelids), eyelid malposition correction, and removal of eyelid lesions or tumors.
Strabismus Surgery:Surgical correction of misaligned eyes to improve eye coordination and alignment.
