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Dr Sameer Kaushal - Ophthalmologist

DR SAMEER KAUSHAL

MBBS ,DNB - Ophthalmology, MD - Ophthalmology .
Ophthalmologist

Introduction

Dr Sameer Kaushal is one of the best Opthalmologist in Haryana.Dr. Sameer Kaushal is a qualified eye surgeon from the prestigious All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi. After completion of his graduation as well as post graduation from the prestigious institute, he spent a few years in the Cornea, Cataract, and Refractive Surgery Unit of the institute gaining expertise in treatment of eye disease especially corneal disorders. Dr Sameer Kaushal also gained valuable experience in performing various eye surgeries especially anterior segment surgeries including phaco surgery for cataract, LASIK and corneal transplantation. Dr Sameer Kaushal expertise extends to the latest treatment modalities including sutureless corneal transplants and artificial corneas. Dr Sameer Kaushal has also been involved in various teaching and research activities with multiple research papers published in various international journals. Dr Sameer Kaushal has pioneered new techniques including new surgical procedures and minimally invasive treatments. Dr Sameer Kaushal has also co-authored books concerning corneal transplantation, corneal disorders and LASIK surgery.

Hospital Associations

Artemis Hospital .

Services/Interest

  • Organ Transplant

Experience

Dr Sameer Kaushal is one of the best Opthalmologist in Haryana having 15 years of experience.

Professional Memberships

American Academy of Ophthalmology, Delhi Ophthalmological Society, All India Ophthalmological Society

Awards and Recognitions

Article "Complication of LASIK surgery" - 2006, Article "Role of Intracameral antibiotics in cataract surgery " - 2005, Project " To study of prevalence of depression in village Sotai" - 1998, A survey " To study of prevalence of active cases of adult tuberculosis in an urban slum " - 1997, Poster Presented in 2007 annual meeting of American Academy of Ophthalmology - 2010.

Education

MBBS ,DNB - Ophthalmology, MD - Ophthalmology

I Speak

English , Hindi

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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.