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Dr. Sirish Nelivigi

Dr. Sirish Nelivigi

Ophthalmologist ·
Bangalore, India

29 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Hindi , English

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About Dr. Sirish Nelivigi

Conditions treated by Dr. Sirish Nelivigi

One of the eminent ophthalmologists, Dr Sirish Nelivigi treats a variety of conditions with high success rates. The conditions treated are as follows::

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

Diabetic Retinopathy, Dry eye Syndrome, and Conjunctivitis are common eye conditions treated by ophthalmologists. The treatment for dry eye is based on the suggestion of an ophthalmologist Treatment options may include proper dieting, medications, and surgery. Some treatments for drye eyes focus on reversing a condition that's causing your dry eyes.

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Sirish Nelivigi

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:

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

It is important to go for routine eye examinations to diagnose the condition. If you have not undergone an eye examination for more than one year, you must consult your eye doctor. It is important to remain aware of the warning signs which can help you make the right decision for your eyesight.

Operating Hours of Dr. Sirish Nelivigi

You can reach Dr Sirish Nelivigi from 10 am to 5 pm on Monday to Saturday. The average working hours of the doctor are 47 hours a week.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Sirish Nelivigi

Dr Sirish Nelivigi is an experienced opthalmologist who performs a number of popular procedures mentioned below:

  • LASIK
  • Vitrectomy
  • Macular Degeneration Surgery

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.

Qualification

  • MBBS - Jagadguru Jayadeva Murugarajendra Medical College (JJMMC), 1995
  • DNB - Ophthalmology - Sankara Eye Hospital, Coimbatore., 2000

Work Experiences

  • 1996 - 1996 Tutor-Physiology at JJM Medical College
  • 2001 - 2003 Consultant at Sankara Eye Hospital
  • 2003 - 2004 Junior Consultant at Netradhama
  • 2004 - 2012 Senior Consultant & HOD- Glaucoma at Netradhama Super Speciality Hospital
  • 2013 - Present Director at Nelivigi Eye Hospital

Certifications (2)

  • Fellowship in Anterior Segment (FIAS) - Sankara Eye Hospital, Coimbatore., 2001
  • Fellowship in Glaucoma - Aravind Eye Hospital, Madurai, 2013

Memberships (6)

  • Karnataka Ophthalmic Society
  • All India Ophthalmological Society
  • Bangalore Ophthalmic Society
  • Karnataka Haemophilia Society
  • Karnataka Medical Council
  • Member of Sight restoration Fund

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Procedures Performed

LASIK
Macular Degeneration Surgery
Vitrectomy

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Sirish Nelivigi is a specialized Ophthalmologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Bangalore, India.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Sirish Nelivigi is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 25 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Ophthalmologist

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.

Some of the most common test performed for the diagnosis of eye conditions are:

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

An eye exam involves a number of tests to check your vision and eye diseases. The eye doctor will use various instruments and focus bright lights at the eyes and ask you to look through an array of different lenses. Each test in an eye exam will evaluate a different aspect of vision and eye health..

Below are some situations when you need to see an opthalmologist:

  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

The above signs and symptoms should not be ignored and must be discussed with an eye specialist because the diagnosis of eye condition at an early stage will help the doctor to plan effective treatment, They may also discuss your symptoms with other doctors to determine the right treatment.

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