22.12.2024
Eye donation is one of the noblest acts of charity. It has been a boon to millions of people with corneal blindness. One small act of kindness can help these people to see the colourful world around us. The donation of eyes from one individual can save the sight of four people. But, sadly, only 5% of corneal transplants are met. This shortfall is largely due to the many myths surrounding eye donation. Read the full article
06.12.2024
The thyroid gland is a small but significant organ found at the neck’s base. The gland secretes a hormone essential to regulate metabolism and hormonal disorders. The malfunctioning of the thyroid gland leads to hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism, which significantly impacts the functioning of various organs of our body including the eye. Thyroid Eye Disorder (TED) or Graves ophthalmology, is a common eye disorder associated with the thyroid gland malfunctioning. The common symptoms of the disorder include dryness,
28.11.2024
Introduction Cataract is a common eye disorder that can be treated with surgery. In the early days, when cataract surgery was introduced, only a few problems could be rectified, leading to unpredictable results and the need to continue using glasses. With technological advancement, there is no need to use glasses after the treatment. Intraocular lenses (IOL) are available to treat vision problems related to cataract. What are Standard and Premium IOLs During refractive eye surgery for cataract, the natural lens is replaced by
05.11.2024
Introduction Cataract is one of the most common eye ailments in adults worldwide. In India, as per the WHO/NPCB (National Programme for Control of Blindness) survey, there are around 12 million blind people, and 80.1% of these are due to cataract. The annual incidence of cataract blindness is about 3.8 million. Timely intervention and accurate treatment can help save the vision of millions of people in the country. MM Joshi Eye Institute offers a wide range of surgical procedures for cataract and
28.10.2024
LASIK is an efficient procedure, post-operative care is extremely important because it directly affects how well patients recover from the procedure. The patient is allowed to return home on the same day. Typically, you can resume daily activities within a day or two. However, complete recovery may take several months. During the procedure, a specialized laser is employed to make a small flap in the outer corneal layer. The underlying tissues are modified to correct the refractive errors. This flap needs
17.10.2024
M.M. Joshi Eye Institute also known as “Padma Nayanalaya”, is one of the largest and exclusive ophthalmic super-speciality eye hospitals in North Karnataka. It has been a leading provider of advanced eye care since its foundation in 1967 by Dr. M. M. Joshi. It is a major referral centre for North Karnataka, Goa, Southern Maharashtra, and the neighbouring state of Andhra Pradesh. The state-of-the-art ophthalmology hospital also serves as a postgraduate training institute and embodies advancements in the field. Spread across