Dr. Anjana Karunakaran

• Cataracts and cataract surgery
• Glaucoma
• Retinal diseases (e.g. diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration)
• Corneal diseases and injuries
• Refractive errors (LASIK, PRK)
• Pediatric eye conditions (e.g. lazy eye, strabismus)
• Eye trauma/disease and eye infections
• Ocular tumors and uveitis

Yes, ophthalmologists are the only eye doctor specialists trained to do surgical procedures, such as cataract removal, LASIK, retinal surgery, corneal transplants, and glaucoma surgeries.

• Adults with no symptoms should have their eyes checked every 2 years starting at age 40.
• Children should have at least one eye exam before school, as recommended.
• People with diabetes, those with hypertension, or those with a family history of eye disease should have their eyes examined annually.
• People aged 60 years and above should be examined annually.

• Ophthalmologist: A medical professional who can diagnose and treat eye disease, perform surgery, and prescribe glasses and/or contact lenses.
• Optometrist: A professional who can test vision, prescribe glasses, and detect some eye conditions, but cannot perform surgery.
• Optician: A professional who can fit and dispense glasses and contact lenses, but cannot diagnose or treat eye problems.