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Ophthalmology

Overview

The Ophthalmology Service at GMERS Sola provides care for all types of conditions of the eye and surrounding structures. Services include comprehensive eye examination as well as consultations in all areas of ophthalmology.

The ophthalmology department is fully equipped with state of the art diagnostic and therapeutic equipments. Patients receive unsurpassed eye care ranging from routine eye examinations to highly specialized diagnosis and treatment. The department is also nodal centre for the DBCS and actively participates in the community ophthalmology and other activities under NPCB.

The department has fully functional EYE-BANK since 2016 and render all the types of treatments for corneal related blindness.


We have various fully functional clinics like- Retina, Glaucoma, Oculoplasty, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Community Ophthalmology, Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP).

We have 3 post-graduate(M.S.) seats per year. Our residents get hands-on in all types of eye surgeries including topical phaco.

 


Facilities
Basic Eye examination

Outpatient Excellence (OPD)Our OPD is designed for efficiency and precision, serving as a high-volume center for vision preservation. In 2025, our facility reached a significant milestone, providing expert care to nearly 50,000 outpatients (49,622).Routine OPD ServicesComprehensive Eye Check-ups: Vision screening and systematic ocular health exams.Refraction: Automated and manual refraction for precise glass prescriptions.Systemic Screening: Identification of ocular manifestations of systemic diseases.Advanced Diagnostics & Specialized ClinicsPrecision Imaging: Advanced biometry using Lenstar for ultra-precise IOL calculations, Pentacam for comprehensive corneal tomography, and hand-held keratometers for versatile clinical assessment (including pediatric and non-ambulatory cases).Cornea Clinic: Management of corneal ulcers (keratitis), dystrophies, and dry eye syndromes.Oculoplasty Clinic: Expert care for eyelid malpositions (Ptosis, Entropion), Dermoid cysts, and lacrimal (tearing) disorders like DCR/DCT.Glaucoma & Retina: Early detection through tonometry and optic nerve evaluation, alongside management of diabetic retinopathy and vascular disorders. Pediatric Ophthalmology: Specialized care for strabismus (squint), amblyopia (lazy eye), and childhood vision issues. Advanced Surgical Care (IPD) & Academic Excellence The Inpatient Department (IPD) ensures a seamless experience for patients requiring specialized surgical intervention. Our surgical wings operate at a high capacity to meet community needs; in 2025 alone, we managed 4,772 indoor admissions and successfully performed over 6,200 procedures (comprising 3,749 Major and 2,500 Minor OTs).As a key participant in the National Programme for Control of Blindness (NPCB), we specialize in: Cataract & Refractive Services Micro-Incision Cataract Surgery (MICS): Utilizing modern Phacoemulsification techniques for rapid recovery and superior visual outcomes. Phacoemulsification Fellowship: A premier 3-month surgical mastery program (2 seats per batch).Specialized Surgeries Corneal Surgeries: Keratoplasty (transplantation) to restore vision in patients with corneal scarring and Pterygium surgery with conjunctival autografting. Paediatric Eye Care: Specialized surgical management of congenital cataracts and squint (strabismus) correction. Oculoplastic Surgery: Corrective procedures for the eyelids, tear ducts, and orbit, including Lid Tear Repair and excision of Dermoid cysts.24/7 Emergency Ophthalmic Services We provide round-the-clock specialized care for ocular emergencies to prevent permanent vision loss. Trauma Management: Comprehensive care for blunt and penetrating ocular injuries. Chemical Injury: Immediate surface decontamination and medical stabilization for acid/alkali burns. Surgical Intervention: Precise extraction of foreign bodies and emergency repair of globe ruptures or perforations.


  • Basic Eye examination
  • Sutureless Topicalcataract surgery
  • Phacoemulsificationtechnique with Premium IOL/ Multifocal IOL options
  • Diabetic Retinopathy of Screeningand Management
  • Retinopathy ofPrematurity(ROP) of Diagnosis andManagement
  • Fundus Photography andFundus Fluorescein Angiography
  • Glaucoma -- Diagnosis,Medical and Surgical Management
  • Pterygium surgery withconjunctival autograft
  • Corneal Transplantation
  • Corneal Tear repair
  • Scleral Tear Repair
  • Management of OcularInfectious diseases
  • Management of Acute eyeinjuries, Chemical Injuries
  • Mangement of Squint
  • Management of LidDisoeders- Ptosis, Entropion, Ectropion, mass
  • DCR surgerirs
  • Ocular Tumors management
  • Vitrectomy surgeries
Stitchless cataract surgery
Phacoemulsification technique with Premium IOL/ Multifocal IOL options
Diabetic Retinopathy
Screening and Management
Retinopathy of Prematurity(ROP)
Diagnosis and Management
Fundus Photography and Fundus Fluorescein Angiography
Glaucoma
Diagnosis, Medical and Surgical Management
Pterygium surgery with conjunctival autograft
Corneal Transplantation
Corneal Tear repair
Management of Ocular Infectious diseases
Management of acute eye injuries
Infrastructure
  • OPD
  • Minor OT
  • Refraction Room
  • Dressing Room
  • Dark Room
  • Septic OT
  • Retina clinic
  • Oculoplasty Clinic
  • Glaucoma clinic
  • Resident Room
  • Demonstration Room
  • Reading Room
  • Waiting Area
  • Male Toilet
  • Female Toilet
  • Faculty Room
Faculty Details (NMC)
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1 NMC Faculty details as per DECEMBER - 2025 Download
2 NMC Faculty details as per JANUARY - 2026 Download
3 NMC Faculty details as per FEBRUARY - 2026 Download
Staff Information
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1 Dr. Deepika Singhal Professor & Head View
2 Dr. Vaishali Prajapati Professor View
3 Dr. Neha Parmar Assistant Professor View
4 Dr. Binita Gadhavi Assistant Professor View
5 Dr. Surili Vyas Senior Resident View
6 Dr. Mrugeshaba Vaghela Senior Resident View
7 Dr. Dharti Thakkar Senior Resident View
8 Dr. Payal Gandhi Junior Resident View
9 Dr. Yashvi Patel Junior Resident View
10 Dr. Kenil Patel Junior Resident View
11 Dr. Rincal Totlani Junior Resident View
12 Dr. Smit Sadaria Junior Resident View
13 Dr. Mansiben Vala Junior Resident View
14 Dr. Arohi Vaghela Junior Resident View
15 Dr. Soham Patel Junior Resident View
16 Dr. Vidit Patel Junior Resident View
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Results of Examination
Sr No Exam Result Month Exam Result Short desc Exam Result Date Download
1 MAy-2021 - 100% results 
- All 3 post-graduate candidates are pass with very good marks.
25/02/2022
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Publication
Sr No Publication Title Publication Short Desc Posted Date Download
1 1 List of Books in departmental library 1 List of Books in departmental library 26/06/2024 Download
2 List of Journals in departmental library List of Journals in departmental library 26/06/2024 Download
3 PUBLICATIONS PUBLICATION 26/06/2024 Download
Achievements
Sr No Achievements Title Achievements Details Download
1 Ophthalmology -- Fully Functional Eye-Bank

-- Recognized 3 Post-Graduate seats.

-- Highest number of cataract surgeries in Gujarat state in 2019

-- The department has all the equipments. 
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1 2024

Any research project undertaken by thedepartment in last three years (report submitted after 1/1/2021)

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A Randomized, Phase 3, Double-Masked, Parallel-Group, Multi-center Study to Compare Efficacy and Safety of QL1205 versus Lucentis® in Subjects with Neovascular Age-Related Macular Degeneration.

Sponsored  by company (Clinical Trial)

Qilu

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A randomized, assessor-blind, multi-center, three-treatment, parallel group study comparing two test formulations of Bimatoprost ophthalmic solution 0.01% of Kashiv BioSciences with LUMIGAN® (Bimatoprost ophthalmic solution) 0.01% of Allergan, Inc., Irvine, CA 92612, U.S.A in patients with chronic open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension in both eyes

Sponsored  by company (Clinical Trial)

Kashiv

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A Double Masked, Parallel Group, Randomized, Multicenter, Clinical Study to Compare Efficacy and Safety of Intas Ranibizumab with Lucentis® in Patients with Neovascular (Wet) Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD).”

Sponsored  by company (Clinical Trial)

Intas

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An open-label, single-arm clinical study to evaluate efficacy, safety and tolerability of tacrolimus lipid suspension for ophthalmic drops in adult patients of allergic

conjunctivitis refractory to standard treatment”

Sponsored  by company (Clinical Trial)

Intas

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A Comparative, Double-Blind, Randomized, Multicenter, Phase III study to compare the safety & efficacy of ENZ105 of Enzene Biosciences Ltd. with Innovator Ranibizumab in subjects with Neovascular (Wet) Age related Macular Degeneration (AMD).

Sponsored  by company (Clinical Trial)

Alkem

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XBR1001 “A Phase III double blind, parallel group, multicenter study to compare efficacy and safety of Xlucane versus Lucentis in patients with neovascular age related macular degeneration

Sponsored  by company (Clinical Trial)

Xbrane Biopharma

 

 

 

 

 


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