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Dr Jimit Chodhari - Ophthalmologist

DR JIMIT CHODHARI

MBBS, MS - Ophthalmology
Ophthalmologist

Introduction

Dr. Jimit N Chodhari is one of the best Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon in Goregaon West, Mumbai and has an experience of 26 years in this field. Dr. Jimit N Chodhari practices at Dr. Chodhari Eye Clinic & Nursing Home in Goregaon West, Mumbai and Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital in Vileparle West, Mumbai. Dr. Jimit N Chodhari completed MBBS from Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences, Karad in 1992, MS - Ophthalmology from Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Belgaum in 1995 and LLB from Mithibai College, Mumbai in 2011.

Hospital Associations

Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital

Services/Interest

  • Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon

Experience

Dr. Jimit N Chodhari has an experience of 26 years in this field.

Professional Memberships

Goregaon Medical College Indian Medical Association (IMA) Vile parle Medical College

Awards and Recognitions

Awarded by Mr. Khairnar (ex-municipal of Mumbai) on behalf of Andheri-e lions for RK Surgery

Education

MBBS, MS - Ophthalmology

I Speak

English

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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.