What does an Ophthalmologist do?

An ophthalmologist diagnoses and treats all eye diseases, performs eye surgery and prescribes and fits eyeglasses and contact lenses to correct vision problems in an individual.

What are the typical symptoms to consult an Ophthalmologist?

Symptoms like Eye Pain, Eye Fatigue, Eye Infection, Blurry Vision, Light Sensitivity, Dry or Itchy Eyes, Flashes & Spots.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by the Ophthalmologist?

The tests include Color Vision Test, Computerized Optic Disc Imaging, Nerve Fiber Layer Analysis, Corneal Topography, Electro-Diagnostic Testing, Fluorescein Angiography, Ocular Coherence Tomography and Photography of the eye.

Whats the difference between an optometrist and Opthamologist?

An ophthalmologist diagnoses and treats all eye diseases, performs eye surgery and prescribes and fits eyeglasses and contact lenses to correct vision problems in an individual whereas an Optometrist is a healthcare professional who provide primary vision care ranging from sight testing and correction to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of vision changes.

Become Our Partner!

Vaidam.com

For Medical Procedures

Dr. Urmit Shah

Ophthalmologist

Consultant
MBBS , MS

33 years of overall experience

Works at Sterling Hospital, Ahmedabad

Book Appointment

WhatsApp Us

About Dr. Urmit Shah

Dr. Urmit Shah is an Ophthalmologist with over 32 years of experience.
Expertise in Systemic Opthalmology and Anterior Segment.
Some of the treatments offered by him include Glaucoma Surgery, Cataract Surgery, Cornea Transplant, and Vitrectomy.
After completing his MBBS, he also achieved MS (Ophthalmology).