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Dr Rajan Chugh - Ophthalmologist

DR RAJAN CHUGH

MBBS, MS.
Ophthalmologist
  • Fees: INR 1,000
  • Saturday 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Introduction

Dr. Rajan Chugh is one of the best Ophthalmologist in Mohali, Punjab with an experience of 22 years in this field. Dr. Rajan Chugh is currently attached to Fortis Hospital at Mohali, Punjab. Dr Rajan Chugh has had a distinguished academic record, including a University Gold Medal in Post Graduation. Dr. Rajan Chugh has to his credit, innovation and designing of many surgical micro instruments that have made surgery simpler. Dr. Rajan Chugh has vast experience in Phacoemulsification Cataract Micro-surgical techniques and Lasers. His operation technique ensures shorter recover time for the patient post surgery. They can resume normal activity and do not need to wear protective glasses or take any precautions. He is also proficient in treating all other eye diseases and performing eye surgeries like Glaucoma, Correction of Squint, Dry Eye, Corneal problems, Diabetic Retinopathy, Eye Plastic surgery etc.

Hospital Associations

Fortis Hospital, Mohali.

Services/Interest

  • Phacoemulsification
  • Cataract micro-surgery
  • phaconit and cold phaco
  • glaucoma
  • vitreo-retina
  • keratoplasty
  • correction of squint
  • contact lenses
  • Neuro-opthalmology
  • Pediatric eye diseases
  • Lasers for Diabetic Retinopathy

Professional Memberships

Vice-President of Indian Medical Association (IMA) and member of prestigious medical bodies including All India Ophthalmological Society (AIOS).

Awards and Recognitions

Medicos’ Medal, Medicos’ Trophy, University Gold Medal, Best Paper Awards, Best Ophthalmic Essay Award, National Jury Member, Baddi University.

Education

MBBS, MS.

I Speak

English, Hindi, Punjabi.

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Fortis Hospital Mohali Timing

Monday - Friday
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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.