Ophthalmology: Diseases, Procedures and Treatment Cost

Ophthalmology is a medical and surgical specialty that diagnoses, treats, and prevents eye disorders and diseases. This department deals with any eye-related conditions or injuries in children and adults. Some of the common eye conditions include glaucoma, cataracts, and retinal conditions such as diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration.

Ophthalmology is a branch of medicine that deals with diseases and disorders of the eye. A doctor who specializes in treating conditions affecting the eye is called an ophthalmologist. They deal with the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of any eye-related diseases or injuries. Ophthalmologists are trained and certified to perform a variety of eye tests, treatments, and ophthalmic surgeries. 

Some of the common everyday procedures that ophthalmologists perform include analyzing and managing mild to moderate eye and vision conditions. They will also perform ophthalmic surgeries for common eye conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, or retinal detachment. Talking about ophthalmology, it involves everything related to your eyes and it is recommended that both adults and children should have regular eye examinations to preserve the health of their eyes and avoid worsening any unnoticed problems.

Medfin offers the latest, minimally invasive treatments for Cataracts, Glaucoma, and Vision Correction. Some of the advanced procedures offered by Medfin are listed below:
* Contura Vision Correction
* MILE LASIK
* Bladeless LASIK
* LASER Cataract Surgery

The ophthalmology department performs a variety of procedures to diagnose, treat, and manage eye conditions and disorders. Some common procedures performed in the ophthalmology department include:

• Cataract Surgery: Cataract surgery is a common procedure to remove the cloudy lens of the eye and replace it with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL) to restore clear vision. Different techniques, such as phacoemulsification or extracapsular cataract extraction, may be used.
• Laser Procedures: Ophthalmologists use laser technology for various procedures, such as laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) for refractive correction, laser photocoagulation for diabetic retinopathy or retinal tears, and laser trabeculoplasty for glaucoma management.
• Refraction: Refraction is a procedure to determine the refractive error of the eye and prescribe corrective eyeglasses or contact lenses. It involves using a phoropter or an autorefractor to measure the eye's focusing ability.
• Slit-lamp Examination: A slit-lamp examination allows the ophthalmologist to examine the anterior structures of the eye, including the cornea, iris, and lens. It helps in detecting conditions such as cataracts, corneal abnormalities, and other anterior segment disorders.
• Fundus Examination: A fundus examination involves examining the back of the eye, including the retina, optic nerve, and blood vessels. This is typically done using an ophthalmoscope or a specialized camera to detect conditions like diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and other retinal disorders.
• Tonometry: Tonometry is a procedure to measure intraocular pressure, which is important for detecting and managing glaucoma. The most common method is using a device called a tonometer to gently touch the surface of the eye or use a non-contact method using a puff of air.
• Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT): OCT is an imaging technique that provides detailed cross-sectional images of the retina. It helps in diagnosing and monitoring conditions such as macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma.
• Retinal Surgery: Retinal surgery involves procedures to repair retinal detachments, treat macular holes, remove epiretinal membranes, or manage other retinal disorders. These surgeries may involve the use of specialized instruments and techniques to manipulate and repair the delicate structures of the retina.
• Eyelid Surgery: Ophthalmologists may perform eyelid surgeries, such as blepharoplasty, to correct droopy eyelids or remove excess skin and fat around the eyes. These procedures can improve both the aesthetic appearance and functionality of the eyelids.

These are just a few examples of the common procedures performed in the ophthalmology department . The procedures performed may vary depending on the expertise and available resources in the healthcare facility. Ophthalmologists are trained to perform a wide range of diagnostic and surgical procedures to address various eye conditions and help patients maintain good vision and eye health.

Medfin offers the latest, minimally invasive treatments for Cataracts, Glaucoma, and Vision Correction. Some of the advanced procedures offered by Medfin are listed below:

• Contoura Vision Correction
• SMILE LASIK
• Bladeless LASIK
• LASER Cataract Surgery

At Medfin’s Ophthalmology department, you are assured the perfect mix of expert surgeons, latest procedures and affordable price . Our panel of expert surgeons are hand-picked by Medfin. All of our surgeons have extensive experience performing the latest, minimally invasive procedures and have been trained to deliver the latest, international standards of surgical treatment . They have on average 12+ years of surgical experience and have performed over 10000+ surgeries. You are assured of high quality care at Medfin’s Ophthalmology department .