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Dr. Joseph Mathew

Dr. Joseph Mathew

Ophthalmologist ·
, Kochi, India

11 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Hindi , English

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About Dr. Joseph Mathew

Conditions treated by Dr. Joseph Mathew

Some of the conditions treated by opthalmologist Dr Joseph Mathew include:

  • Hyperopia
  • Keratoconus
  • Correction of Myopia
  • Fuchs' Dystrophy
  • Astigmatism
  • Corneal Injury
  • Diabetic Retinopathy. Retinal Detachment. Vitreous Hemorrhage.
  • Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)

The treatment for dry eye is decided after an opthalmologist performs tests and evaluates the severity of the disease. The treatment options may include proper dieting, medications, and surgery. The doctor might use certain antibiotics for bacterial conjunctivitis. Antibiotics might lessen the duration of the infection.

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Joseph Mathew

You must see an opthalmologist if you have any of the below-listed symptoms:

  • Change in vision or sudden loss of vision
  • Blurred vision
  • Severe eye pain
  • The foreign body inside the eye and trauma to the eye
  • Floaters
  • Watery and red eyes

The above signs and symptoms suggest that you need to see an eye specialist. Having serious eye problems on time can help you restore your vision. Sometimes, non-vision eye problems may be treated to keep the eyes comfortable and the eyesight sharp. It is important to go for routine eye examinations to diagnose the condition.

Operating Hours of Dr. Joseph Mathew

Dr Joseph Mathew is available for consultation between 10 am and 5 pm. The average working hours of the doctor are 47 hours a week.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Mathew

Dr Joseph Mathew is an experienced opthalmologist who performs a number of popular procedures mentioned below:

  • LASIK
  • Vitrectomy
  • Macular Degeneration Surgery

LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is the most common procedure performed to treat myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. Like other types of eye surgery, LASIK reshapes the front surface of the eye to allow light entering into the eye to focus clearly on the retina without the use of glasses or contact lenses.

Qualification

  • DNB (Aravind Eye Hospital, Coimbatore)
  • DO (Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore)
  • MBBS (Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore)

Work Experiences

  • Specialty Doctor in Ophthalmology - University Hospital, Ayr. Scotland
  • Assistant Professor Ophthalmology - MOSC Medical College, Kolenchery

Certifications (2)

  • FRCS (Glasgow, UK)
  • Fellow in Cornea and Anterior Segment (Aravind Eye Hospital)

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Procedures Performed

LASIK
Macular Degeneration Surgery
Vitrectomy

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Joseph Mathew is a specialized Ophthalmologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Kochi, India.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Joseph Mathew is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 11 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Ophthalmologist

An ophthalmologist helps improve patients’ vision by testing the eyes in order to diagnose and treat disorders. Some ophthalmologists specialize in eye surgery to correct and fix eye problems. An ophthalmologist can provide the same services as an optometrist, such as prescribing eyeglasses as well as contact lenses to treat vision problems. An ophthalmologist also diagnoses as well as treats eye conditions, does eye surgeries, and participates in scientific research on the causes and treatment for eye diseases and vision issues. Sometimes, ophthalmologists also detect health issues that are not related to the eyes but become clear in a routine eye exam. The ophthalmologist recommends that the person should consult their doctor.

An opthalmologist may suggest the below-listed tests for the diagnosis of eye conditions:

  • Ocular motility
  • Intraocular pressure
  • Visual field (confrontation) testing
  • Pupil function
  • Slit-lamp
  • External examination
  • Visual acuity
  • Refraction

Eye exams are critical because severe eye diseases such as glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy may have minimal symptoms until the condition has progressed. An eye exam involves a number of tests to check your vision and eye diseases. An opthalmologist will perform a series of tests to find out the eye problem and will recommend a treatment plan.

Some of the signs you need to visit an ophthalmologist include:

  1. Difficulty seeing at night
  2. Red or pink eyes
  3. Sensitivity to light
  4. Blurry vision or difficulty focusing on objects
  5. Eye pain
  6. Frequent Headache
  7. Seeing spots or flashes
  8. Dry eyes
  9. Double vision

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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