Department Of Ophthalmology

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Department of Ophthalmology at AIIMS, Rajkot was established on 31^st December 2021.

In our pursuit of quality, we are in the dynamic and progressive process of equipping our department with the latest equipment. Our department is focussed to develop a multidisciplinary approach to better understand, diagnose and cure a range of ocular diseases. We are committed to offering the best possible treatment our patients presenting with a variety of ophthalmic complaints. With a team of bright, dedicated minds on our side, we look forward to a future that is rich in research activity and pertinent scientific investigations while also offering outstanding patient management.

VISION

To establish a pioneer Ophthalmology department in Western India that is driven by knowledge and research and uses cutting-edge teaching and learning approaches to develop students' and teachers' skills. 

MISSION

We will always put the health and welfare of our patients first. We will work continuously to improve our quality and adhere to the most stringent eye-care standards around the world.

To ensure continued patient satisfaction through delivery of high-class treatment with a personal touch.

Optimize utilization of infrastructural facilities including manpower.

To ensure a high level of staff satisfaction and motivation and facilitate the continuous enhancement of knowledge and skills through constant learning and training activities.

MEMBERS

No.	NAME	POST
1.	Dr. Kedar Nemivant	Associate Professor
2.	Dr. Mamta Singh	Assistant Professor
3.	Dr. Khyati Goswami	Junior Resident
4.	Dr. Fatima Padela	Junior Resident
5.	Kushaiy Dhankot	Optometrist
6.	Dipika Rathod	Nursing Officer
7.	Mahima Gamit	Nursing Officer
8.	Solanki Anjana	Nursing Officer
9.	Deepika Shendre	Nursing Officer
10.	Chandraprakash	Nursing Officer
11.	Dinesh	Nursing Officer

 

 

FACILITIES

In the outpatient’s department (OPD) various procedures are performed like

Refraction

Autorefractometer

Slit lamp examination

Optical Coherence Tomography

Perimetry

Fundus Camera

YAG laser

USG( A+B scan )  

Non Contact Tonometer

Pachymeter

 

ACADEMICS and Research

The Department of Ophthalmology is currently engaged in the clinical training of MBBS students, offering practical training in patient diagnosis and management while employing the most up-to-date departmental facilities.

Regular seminars and clinical demonstration classes are an integral part of teaching programs.

Both intramural and extramural projects approved by the IEC are ongoing by various faculty members.

VALUES

The department's core values include honesty, integrity, discipline, teamwork, and ethical behaviour.

ACTIVITIES

• Undergraduate clinics
• Meetings and conferences
• Newsletter publications –

• Vol.1 -Corneal foreign body
• Vol.2 -Digital eye strain
• Vol.3 – Eye donation

• Glaucoma awareness program