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Ophthalmology


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Introduction




An ophthalmologist is a professional who deals with the diseases and surgery of the visual pathways, including the eye and brain. The word opthalmology comes from the Greek roots ophthalmos meaning eye and logos meaning word, thought or discourse; ophthalmology literally means ‘the science of eyes’. Here it must be kept in mind that an opthalmologist is the correct and competent person to consult when there is some problem with the eyes. Only an opthalmologist can prescribe any medicine for eye ailment or can perform corrective surgeries.


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Courses & Eligibility

To become a qualified ophthalmologist, one should complete his/her MBBS degree first, and then go for post-graduation in Ophthalmology. The degrees are Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Master of Surgery (M.S.) and Diploma in Ophthalmic Medicine and Surgery (DOMS). The concurrent training and work experience is in the form of a Junior Residency at a Medical College under the supervision of experienced faculty what is known as internship . Further work experience in the form of fellowship, registrar or senior resident refines the skills of these eye surgeons.


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Career Prospects


Ophthalmology, a specialized branch of medicine has ample career prospects. The job openings are in govt. and private hospitals, health centres, health departments and NGOs etc. As an ophthalmologist one can apply for Combined Medical Services entrance examination conducted by U.P.S.C for the position of ophthalmologist or senior specialist of Ophthalmology. Also state health services entrance examinations are conducted by the respective state provincial services commissions. One can also join defense services - in army, air force or navy as ophthalmologist.



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Pay-Package


In government and private hospital an ophthalmologist get salary between Rs.20, 000 – Rs.30, 000 per month excluding other perks and benefits.

Apart from salaried job, one can start his/her own private clinic where the earnings are more. From private practice, an ophthalmologist can earn Rs.2,000 – Rs.5, 000 per day depending upon his/her skills and popularity. .


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Institutes/Universities

Important institutes offering courses in Ophthalmology

All India Institute of Medical Sciences

Sankar Netralaya
18, College Road, Nungambakkam,
Chennai - 600 006, Tamil Nadu, India
Ph no. 91-044-28271616 (12 lines)
Fax No. 91-044-28254180
E-mail: academic@snmail.org
Website: http://www.sankaranethralaya.org/

Courses Offered:

• Diplomate of National Board of Examination (DNB) Ophthalmology (3 Years)

• Diplomate of National Board - 2 years Postdoctoral Vitreoretinal Fellowship

• Fellowship in General Ophthalmology, Cornea, Uvea, Oculoplastis, Glaucoma and, Vitreoretinal - Session starts April & Oct every Year.

• Ph D Programmes in Ophthalmology, Biochemistry & Microbiology affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr M G R Medical University, Chennai

L V Prasad Eye Institute
Kallam Anji Reddy Campus,
L V Prasad Marg, Banjara Hills,
Hyderabad 500 034
Andhra Pradesh, India
Telephone: 91 40 3061 2345 (30 Channels)
Fax: 91 40 2354 8271
Website: http://www.lvpei.org/
Courses Offered: Long term and short-term programs in Ophthalmology

State-wise list of veterinary colleges in India

For your reference we are giving you a state-wise list of medical colleges in India. Please click on the links given below to find list of medical institutes in that particular state/UT/city.

Colleges in major cities:
Delhi BangaloreChennaiHyderabad
KolkataAhmedabad PuneMumbai
Colleges in various states
Haryana Himachal PradeshJammu & Kashmir Punjab
Rajasthan UttaranchalChandigarh Andhra Pradesh
Karnataka Kerala PondicherryTamil Nadu
BiharOrissaWest Bengal Goa
Gujarat MaharashtraManipur Sikkim
TripuraChhattisgarhJharkhandMadhya Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh   

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