Ophthalmologist ·
Fortis Hospital , Mohali, India
26 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Hindi , English
Dr Mukesh Vats is a renowned ophthalmologist who has vast experience in various surgeries and can treat a number of conditions listed below:
Some of the most common eye conditions that the ophthalmologist treats are Diabetic Retinopathy, Dry eye Syndrome, and Conjunctivitis. The doctor might prescribe some antibiotics for bacterial conjunctivitis. Antibiotics might help lessen the length of infection. For dry eyes, the doctor will do physical examinations, and treatment may include use of artificial tears and reduce tear drainage.
Some of the signs and symptoms of different types of eye diseases are as follows:
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.
The working hours of doctor Mukesh Vats are 10 am to 5 pm. The average work hours of the doctor is 47 hours per week.
Ophthalmologist Mukesh Vats has performed a wide range of procedures. Some of the popular procedures performed by the doctor include:
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.
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An ophthalmologist is a medical doctor who is trained in vision and eye care. Ophthalmologists are different from optometrists and opticians because of their different levels of training and the conditions they diagnose and treat. Some ophthalmologists work closely with other medical experts to provide care for chronic eye conditions. If you have an eye problem such as cataracts or any other conditions that would require surgical treatment, an ophthalmologist is a suitable doctor to address your problem. Though an ophthalmologist generally treats eye-related problems, they may also offer consultation for conditions that are not linked to the eyes. They also take part in scientific research to find new treatment methods.
Some of the most common test performed for the diagnosis of eye conditions are:
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:
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: