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Dr Anita Sethi - Ophthalmologist

DR ANITA SETHI

MBBS, MD (Opthalmology), DNB (Opthalmology), FRCS
Ophthalmologist
  • Fees: INR 1,100
  • Saturday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Introduction

Dr. Anita Sethi is one of the best Opthalmologist in Gurgaon with an experience of over 22 years in his field. Dr. Anita Sethi is an experienced eye surgeon currently working as Director and Head of Department, Ophthalmology at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon. She is also the Senior Ophthalmology Consultant at NOVA Specialty Hospitals, Delhi. Dr. Anita Sethi has vast experience in the field of eye surgery and believes in delivering comprehensive eye care to the patients. She is proficient in Lasik Surgery, Phaco Eye Surgery, Refractive surgery, Ptosis & other Oculoplastic Surgery, Cornea treatment and Cataract treatment. Dr. Anita Sethi is known among the best ophthalmologists in India.

Hospital Associations

Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon

Services/Interest

  • Oculoplasty & Ocular oncology
  • Phacoemulsification
  • Lasik & Refractive Surgery
  • Ptosis
  • Oculoplastic Surgery
  • Cornea treatment
  • Cataract treatment

Experience

With over 22 years Of Experience, trained at the prestigious Dr. R P Centre for Ophthalmic Sciences, Delhi, Dr. Anita Sethi is proficient in anterior segment surgery including Phacoemulsification surgery & LASIK and also has a keen interest in Orbital and Oculoplastic surgery. An experienced surgeon, she has chaired numerous sessions and conducted workshops at a national level in the various aspects of Eyelid and Orbital surgery. Dr. Anita Sethi has participated as faculty in many conferences in the Phacoemulsification and LASIK sessions. Dr. Sethi is responsible for establishing the Ophthalmic services at Artemis health institute, Gurgaon & Nova Specialty Hospitals, New Delhi.

Education

MBBS (1983-1987) - Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi. MD ( Ophthalmology, 1990-1993)- Dr R P Centre for Ophthalmic Sciences, AIIMS, New Delhi. DNB, Ophthalmology, 1993, National Board of Examinations, India. FRCS 1997, Edinburgh, UK

I Speak

English and Hindi

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Fortis Memorial Research Institute Gurgaon Timing

Monday - Friday
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

What is an ophthalmologist?

An ophthalmologist is a doctor who commonly acts as both a physician and a surgeon. He or she examines and treats diseases and injuries in and around the eye.

What does an ophthalmologist do?

An ophthalmologist is an MD who specializes in eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists perform eye exams, diagnose and treat disease. They prescribe medications and perform eye surgery and also write prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lenses.

What is the difference between an ophthalmologist and optometrist?

An optometrist specializes in prescribing glasses and contact lenses, low vision, and the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases. They are not medical doctors. An ophthalmologist is an MD that specializes in prescribing glasses and contact lenses and the diagnosis and medical and surgical treatment of eye disease.

What diseases does an ophthalmologist treat?

  • Amblyopia.
  • Astigmatism.
  • Cataracts.
  • Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)
  • Corneal Dystrophies.
  • Diabetic Retinopathy.
  • Dry Eye.
  • Eye Cancer.
  • Glaucoma
  • Hyperopia
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Myopia
  • Presbyopia
  • Retinal Detachment
  • Strabismus
  • Uveitis

What surgeries are performed by the ophthalmologists?

They perform surgeries for:

  • Ophthalmic Subspecialties
  • Cornea and External Disease
  • Cataract and Refractive Surgery
  • Glaucoma
  • Uveitis and Ocular Immunology
  • Vitreoretinal Diseases
  • Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery
  • Pediatric Ophthalmology
  • Neuro-Ophthalmology

When should you see an ophthalmologist?

It is important to treat one's eyes with care.  Ignoring changes in your vision or skipping eye examinations can your eyes at risk.

It has been recommended that the adults see an ophthalmologist as soon as possible if they experience any of the following symptoms:

  • Abdominal pain or bloating
  • Changes in color vision
  • Changes in the field of vision such as shadows, black spots or blurriness in central or peripheral (side) vision
  • Changes in vision such as sudden flashes of light, spots, lightning streaks or jagged lines of light, blurry faces, distortions or wavy lines, wavy or watery vision, haloes around lights, double vision
  • Decreased vision or loss of vision in either one or both eyes
  • Physical changes to the eye such as crossed eyes, eyes that turn up or down, in, out, pain, or signs of infection.