Diabetic Retinopathy of Prematurity Screening, Strabismus Surgeries According to a study in 2015, there are only about 12,000 ophthalmologists in India for its 1 billion-plus population, resulting in a ratio of 1 ophthalmologist for every 90,000 people. The need to bridge this void has resulted in providing formal education as well as training at the Drashti Netralaya. Dr. Mehul Shah and Dr. Shreya Shah have extensive experience in the field of vision care since 20 years. They have also collaborated with ORBIS International to impart knowledge to young minds by regular visits by international faculty. We conduct long term courses as well as short term courses ranging from one month to three years. The teaching program includes seminars and discussion of latest research published in scientific journals. Learn at Drashti Netralya and be all ready to transform lives with your service.
Training of ophthalmologists is a vital part of training center of Drashti Netralaya. Training program is practical and allows scope for an all-round development to talent. Trainees examine all out-patients including emergencies. The trainees are encouraged to gradually assume more responsibilities at surgery as they are required to assist all surgeries performed by the senior consultants. They are also allowed to perform surgeries under the supervision of senior consultants. They also look after postoperative patients throughout the convalescence period. Trainees participate in research projects and present papers in state ad national conferences. The teaching program includes seminars and discussion of latest research published in scientific journals. Lectures are delivered by consultants and visiting faculty from India and leading experts from around the world. Drashti Netralaya offers few ophthalmological courses like: Long Term Course : Diplomats of National Board of Examinations (DNB) Ophthalmology. (3 years course-4 students per year) Short Term Courses :
TRAINING OF EYE SURGEONS
No. Course Conducted By Eligibility Course Duration No.Of Seats
1 DNB Opthalmology Dept. of Health&Family Welfare M. B. B. S. 3 Years 2
2 DNB Opthalmology Dept. of Health&Family Welfare D. O. M. S. 2 Years 2
3 Surgical Retina Drashti Netralaya M.S.
Opthalmology
OR D. O. M. S.1 Years 1
4 Comprehensive Opthalmology Drashti Netralaya M.S.
Opthalmology
OR D. O. M. S.6 Month 2
5 Ped. Opthalmology & Strabismus Drashti Netralaya M.S.
Opthalmology
OR D. O. M. S.2 Month 1
6 Oculoplasty Drashti Netralaya M.S.
Opthalmology
OR D. O. M. S.2 Month 1
7 SICS Training Drashti Netralaya M.S.
Opthalmology
OR D. O. M. S.1 Month 1
8 Phacoemulsification Training Drashti Netralaya M.S.
Opthalmology
OR D. O. M. S.1 Month 1
Training of DN Doctors at DC-10 (Hospital in Air Craft) supported by ORBIS International
