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The eye is the most significant and precious part of our body. As much as 80% of what we perceive and learn is achieved through vision. Being able to see clearly is the most important factor that influences our capacity to lead and enjoy a normal life. The Taj Medical Group have some of the Worlds most advanced, dedicated eye care facilities, all fully equipped with the latest diagnostic technologies, operating theatres and laser correction systems led by highly experienced and well qualified Surgeons and Doctors to provide evaluation, diagnostic and treatment for most eye conditions in both and adults and children.
Our Services
We provide a comprehensive eye care service of evaluation, diagnostics and treatment for most eye conditions - including
- Vision correction - Prescription of glasses / contact lenses
- LASIK Surgery
- Assessment for intra-ocular pressure
- Diabetic/ hypertensive eye disease evaluations
- Neuro-ophthalmological evaluations
- Diagnosis and assessment of glaucoma
Our surgical facilities provide all varieties of anterior and posterior segments surgeries, oculo-plastic surgery, correction of squints, glaucoma's, complex and complicated retinal detachment surgeries. In addition to the conventional cataract-implant surgeries, we also provide the sutureless, small incision surgeries, Phaco-emulsification and foldable implant, also implant of bifocal and multi-focal lenses for cataract patients.
Vision Correction Techniques
The principle of correcting refractive errors is to modify the refractive power: To decrease the refractive power in a nearsighted person; and to increase it in a farsighted person The most common techniques include:
- Spectacles
Spectacles are the most widely used and are universally considered the most safe devices. However, for various reasons many people find that spectacles are not necessarily the answer to their vision problems. For example, they are not suitable for people whose focusing problems differ greatly between one eye and the other, they are not allowed in certain professions and they are not practical for sports.
- Contact Lenses
Contact Lenses are another popular choice. They provide convenience and are reasonably safe. However, they are not risk-free. Users of contact lenses are more prone to infections in the eye than the general population, even with proper care of the lenses. Therefore, one must always consult an ophthalmologist when planning to use contact lenses and strictly follow the cleaning guidelines. Some people who are allergic to the lens materials or the disinfecting solutions cannot use the contact lenses.
Certain environments are prohibitive to the use of contact lenses, such as very dusty or smoky surroundings, and so are activities such as swimming.
- Refractive Surgery
Refractive Surgery has been developed as a means to correct vision problems for people who cannot (or wish to) wear spectacles or contact lenses. Refractive Surgery has been continuously developed for decades, from Radial Keratotomy (RK) to Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK) which uses a type of laser called an excimer laser to directly reshape the surface of the cornea. Today, the Excimer Laser is being used in combination with an instrument called the Microkeratome, in a surgical procedure called Laser In-situ Keratomileusis (or LASIK).
Our hospitals use the most advanced state-of-the-art systems. With over 85 years of distinction in eye care. we are proud to have the first eye hospital in India to launch the 400 Hz laser. ISO 9001:2000 certified with strict protocols on hygiene. LASIK patients treated from over 48 countries. Our portfolio of patients include members of Government, members of Consulates, CEO"s of Fortune 500 companies, physicians from USA, Bollywood stars, celebrities, models, airline crew, police officers and navy personnel.
- Implantable Contact Lens
Implantable Collamer Lens or ICL is a special type of lens designed to correct vision in the same way as contact lenses except they are placed permanently in the eye. These Implantable Collamer Lenses are often used to correct vision in patients unsuitable for LASIK (thin corneas, high near-sightedness, etc). |
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Focusing Eye Problems
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Clear vision is the result of light being focused by the cornea and the crystalline lens on to the retina. If the eye's focusing power does not correspond with its length, the retina will not receive a clear, focused image, causing a condition called Refractive Errors or Ametropia. This condition can be categorized into the following forms :
- Myopia (Near sightedness)
Myopia is the result of refractive power that is too strong in relation to the eye's length, from a cornea that is too curved, or from an eye that is too long. Because of this, the images of distant objects are focused on a plane in front of the retina and become blurry on the retina, causing the affected person to see more clearly up close than in the distance. |
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- Hyperopia (Far sightedness)
Hyperopia, also known as Hypermetropia, is the result of refractive power that is too weak in relation to the eye's length, from a cornea that is too flat, or from an eye that is too short. As a result, the optical system is not able to focus the images before the light rays reach the retina, which then only receives a blurred image. Vision in the distance is not clear, and the closer the objects, the blurrier the image. |
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- Astigmatism
Astigmatism is the result of the general inability of the eye to clearly focus images from any distance, because of uneven curvatures of the cornea. Instead of being spherical, it is more similar to the side of an egg. This focusing problem usually occurs along with nearsightedness, or inborn farsightedness. |
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- Presbyopia
Presbyopia is a general condition affecting those over 40 years of age, whereby the muscles used in focusing start to lose the ability to change shape to focus on near objects. This condition is usually confused with inborn farsightedness (or hyperopia). |
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Cataract Surgery
What is a Cataract? In the normal eye the lens inside is clear and transparent, but when a cataract develops it becomes cloudy and opaque. So the light is not focused on the retina through the lens. This leads to a blurring of vision. Cataract can be developed with age (Senile Cataract), injury to the eye (Traumatic Cataract), a child can be born with cataract (Congenital Cataract), exposure to X-ray & other radiation (e.g. UV light) can cause a cataract (Radiation Cataract). Exposure to sunlight, Diabetes and Heredity are also factors for cataract development.
The only effective treatment of a cataract is surgical removal of the lens. This delicate and precise operation may be done under local or general anaesthetic. Under an operating microscope, a small cut is made in the eye and the natural cloudy lens is removed and replaced with a plastic Intra-ocular Lens. Day case patients go home the same day but are asked to return the following day to be examined. The latest technique of phaco-emulsification uses an ultrasound tip to remove the cataract through a small incision. A folding lens implant is used and stitching is not required.
If left untreated a cataract worsens and may make the eye completely blind. In a few patients it may over-ripen (become over-mature). Then it can cause inflammation in the eye or swell up with fluid. Problems of this sought can over increase the pressure in the eye and cause discomfort. Permanent damage can also be done to the optic nerve coming into the eye causing irreversible blindness. |
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Annie
"What an ecstasy to be without glasses or lenses. This is the best ever. I have never seen a map without glasses nor the labels in a supermarket. The freedom from glasses for far and near is incredible!!"
Annie , Sweden
Corrective Eye Surgery
Mr Rohra
I was really tired of having to keep multiple pairs glasses; one pair for sports, one for work, one for home and one nice pair for going out or contact lenses. I would not trade going back to having to use glasses for anything. I don't have to deal with glasses fogging up or not being able to see when out in the rain, my glasses don't slip down my nose when the weather's hot or humid or when I play squash. I can even go on vacation without fearing about breaking my glasses and not having any replacements handy. I could keep on going. I'm very grateful to everyone at Dr Shroff's. I would undergo the procedure in a minute if I had to do it all over again."
A Rohra, Mumbai
Sports Enthusiast
Dr Walke
Being a doctor myself, I of course had done all my homework on LASIK. More so, many centres in U.S.A had even examined me. However, the equipment and technology that I have witnessed in Dr Anand's hospital are far ahead of even some centres in the U.S.A. I underwent more tests here in India than in America. I thank not only Dr Anand but also his staff for an enjoyable LASIK experience."
Dr H Walke, NYC
Physician
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