Drashti Netralaya’s Vitreo-Retina Department is a comprehensive tertiary referral center dedicated to diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, education and research of retinal and vitreous disorders, serving more than 6 million people across Gujarat, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh.
The Vitreo-Retina Department provides state-of-the-art medical and surgical retinal care to urban, rural and tribal communities. The department manages diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, macular diseases, vascular disorders, pediatric retinal diseases, endophthalmitis and ophthalmic trauma.
It has emerged as one of the leading retinal referral centers in Western India, combining clinical excellence with research, training and community outreach.
Advanced retina care, education, research and outreach under one department.
To prevent avoidable blindness through early detection, advanced treatment, patient education, research and community screening programs.
Dedicated retinal care support for urban, rural and tribal communities across Western India.
The department offers complete management of retinal and vitreous disorders through advanced diagnostics, evidence-based treatment and dedicated follow-up care.
All injections are performed under strict aseptic protocols.
Diabetic retinopathy is one of the leading causes of blindness among working-age adults. Drashti Netralaya has developed a dedicated diabetic retinopathy program for screening, treatment, follow-up and community-based early detection.
The department uses advanced retinal diagnostic technology for disease documentation, treatment planning and long-term monitoring.
High-resolution retinal imaging for diabetic macular edema, AMD, macular holes and vitreomacular interface disorders.
Advanced non-invasive retinal vascular imaging for diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular disorders and macular ischemia.
Digital retinal imaging for disease documentation and longitudinal monitoring.
Used for diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular disorders, macular diseases and inflammatory retinal disorders.
Essential for dense cataracts, vitreous hemorrhage, trauma, retinal detachment and endophthalmitis.
Drashti Netralaya is nationally recognized for its work in endophthalmitis management and has published extensively on infectious endophthalmitis and visual outcomes.
As one of India’s leading ophthalmic trauma centers, the Retina Department plays a critical role in managing complex posterior segment injuries.
Dedicated ophthalmic trauma fellows and retinal surgeons are available to manage these challenging cases.
Specialized pediatric retinal care is available in close collaboration with the ORBIS–Drashti Netralaya Child Eye Care Centre.
The Retina Department provides comprehensive rehabilitation services for patients with irreversible retinal damage.
The department serves as an important training center for Vitreo-Retina Fellows, DNB Ophthalmology Residents and ophthalmologists undergoing short-term training.
The Retina Department is actively involved in clinical research. Faculty members regularly present research at national and international conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals.
The department conducts diabetic retinopathy screening camps, tele-retina programs, community awareness campaigns, vision screening initiatives and training of healthcare workers. Special emphasis is placed on reaching underserved tribal populations where diabetic eye disease often remains undiagnosed.
The Vitreo-Retina Department at Drashti Netralaya is committed to preserving vision through early diagnosis, advanced treatment, compassionate care, research, and education. By combining cutting-edge technology with clinical expertise and community outreach, we strive to reduce retinal blindness and improve the quality of life of patients across Western India.
“Preserving the Retina, Preserving Vision, Preserving Life.”
“Advanced Retinal Care from Screening to Sight Restoration.”