Deciding on a Residency in Ophthalmology: A young Ophthalmologists take
Overshadowed by the likes of General Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynaecology - Ophthalmology as a subject, during MBBS often falls under the road less travelled, not getting the due exposure it requires to leave a lasting impression on the young medical student’s mind. Hence, quite naturally, deciding on opting for a residency in the subspeciality is a perplexing decision to make. Th...Read More
Ten Caveats in Primary Posterior Capsulorhexis and Anterior Vitrectomy in Pediatric Cataracts
Unlike in adults , the risk of risk of developing visual axis opacification (VAO) after cataract surgery in children is nearly 100%.[1,2] Hence the need for primary posterior capsulotomy (PPC) and anterior vitrectomy (automated/manual) in pediatric cataract surgeries.Let us answer the few salient features of PPC and AV in following ten questions , 1. Why PPC is needed? The anterior hyaloid face in...Read More
Five Tips to Start Writing Your Thesis
1. Conducting a Literature Review A rigorous literature review is the backbone of every research project. It defines what is known, identifies gaps, and justifies your study — yet it is frequently done poorly. Getting Started Define first, search second: Define your topic clearly and precisely before searching. A broad question leads to an unmanageable volume of literature; a narrow question may m...Read More
Six Useful Apps and Glasses for Colourblind Patients: A Guide for Ophthalmologists
Colourblindness makes many everyday tasks difficult—such as recognizing traffic signals, selecting clothes, or interpreting colour-coded information. For those affected, even simple activities can become challenging. At present, there is no permanent treatment available for colourblindness. However, ophthalmologists can play an important role in improving patients’ daily lives by recommending effe...Read More
