Ophthalmologist ·
Apollo Spectra Hospital , Pune, India
19 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Marathi ,Hindi , English
Dr Hemant Todkar is a renowned ophthalmologist who has vast experience in various surgeries and can treat a number of conditions listed below:
An ophthalmologist treats diabetic retinopathy based on several factors, such as the severity of the condition and response to previous treatments. Some effective treatment methods include laser treatment, injections, and eye surgery. The doctor might prescribe some antibiotics for bacterial conjunctivitis. Antibiotics might help lessen the length of infection.
Eye conditions can produce different symptoms and these can differ from person to person. Some of the signs and symptoms of different types of eye conditions include:
Routine eye exams are the best way to avoid any vision problems. In case you did not have an eye exam for more than a year, you should schedule a visit with your eye doctor. Being aware of some warning signs can help you take the required steps for the health of your eyesight, especially if the vision symptoms appear suddenly. In most cases, detached retina and onset of glaucoma, quick intervention is required to minimize the permanent vision loss.
You can consult Dr Hemant Todkar from 10 am to 5 pm. The ophthalmologist works an average of 47 hours per week.
Some of the popular procedures performed by Dr Hemant Todkar are listed below:
LASIK is the most common type of eye surgery that fixes issues with the way the eyes focus. It could be an alternative to glasses and contact lenses. During this surgery, a special kind of cutting laser is utilized to change the shape of the clear tissue in the cornea to improve vision.
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Ophthalmologists are doctors who handle the medical aspects of eye care, such as treatment, surgery, and prescription of glasses and contact lenses as well as medicines for different eye problems. Some ophthalmologists work with other eye care team, coordinate with optometrists as well as other medical professionals to provide care for chronic eye conditions. While ophthalmologists are trained to treat and diagnose all eye problems, some ophthalmologists specialize in a certain field of medical and surgical eye care. They complete 1-2 years of additional training in one of the main subspecialty areas, including Pediatrics, Oculo-Plastic Surgery, and Neurology. They also participate in scientific research on the treatment for eye diseases and vision issues.
The tests required before and during the consultation by an opthalmologist include:
There are several eye conditions and each of them produces different signs and symptoms. An opthalmologist will perform a series of tests to find out the eye problem. An eye exam helps find out eye problems at the earliest stage. Also, regular eye checkups help your eye specialist to correct or adapt to vision changes and provide you tips on eye care.
Below are some situations when you need to see an opthalmologist:
If you notice the above-listed signs and symptoms, you are suggested to see an opthalmologist for a proper diagnosis of the condition. The opthalmologist will evaluate the test reports and will plan the treatment that is best for you.
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Glaucoma in general involves the disorder of the eye that damages the optic nerve of the patient. Surgery is performed to lower the pressure inside the eye. There are different types of surgeries that are performed according to the requirements: