Glaucoma
Expert Care in Vadodara
Dr. Deep Shah
(F.M.R.F Glaucoma, Sankara Nethralaya Chennai)
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What you need to know about Glaucoma
What you need to know about Glaucoma
If you've been told you're at risk for glaucoma or are experiencing symptoms, you likely have questions. We're here to provide the answers and a clear path forward.
If you've been told you're at risk for glaucoma or are experiencing symptoms, you likely have questions. We're here to provide the answers and a clear path forward.
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, often due to high pressure in the eye. It's a leading cause of vision loss, but with early detection and proper management, vision loss can often be prevented.
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, often due to high pressure in the eye. It's a leading cause of vision loss, but with early detection and proper management, vision loss can often be prevented.
- Open-Angle Glaucoma: The most common form, with gradual vision loss.
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma: A less common but more urgent form with sudden symptoms.
Symptoms of Glaucoma
Symptoms of Glaucoma
Gradual loss of peripheral vision (usually in both eyes)
Tunnel vision in advanced stages
Severe eye pain and nausea (acute angle-closure)
Blurred vision & Halos around lights
Redness in the eye (acute angle-closure)
Risk Factors for Glaucoma
Risk Factors for Glaucoma
Age (over 40)
Family history of glaucoma
Certain medical conditions (diabetes, high blood pressure)
Previous eye injury or surgery
Prolonged use of corticosteroid medications
Many forms of glaucoma have no early warning signs. This is why regular, comprehensive eye exams are critical, especially if you have any of the risk factors listed above.
Our Personalised approach to protecting your Vision
Our Personalised approach to protecting your Vision
- Expert Clinical Assessment
Our approach starts with a meticulous evaluation . It provides an understanding of your eye health that forms the basis for all further testing, ensuring every scan and report is interpreted with true clinical context.
2. Comprehensive Testing
2. Comprehensive Testing
We use advanced diagnostic technology, including Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) and Perimetry to map your optic nerve and track even the smallest changes over time.
3. Customized Treatment Plans
3. Customized Treatment Plans
We believe in treating the whole person, not just the condition. Your treatment plan will be tailored to your specific type of glaucoma, your overall health, and your lifestyle.
4. Ongoing Management and Support
4. Ongoing Management and Support
Glaucoma is a chronic condition, but with our team by your side, you can manage it effectively. We provide ongoing monitoring and support to help you maintain your quality of life.
Meet Our Specialist
Meet Our Specialist
Dr. Deep Shah is a highly skilled ophthalmologist with a specialized focus on the medical and surgical management of glaucoma.
Dr. Shah's expertise is built on a foundation of elite training. He completed his prestigious fellowship in Glaucoma at the renowned Sankara Nethralaya in Chennai, one of India's most respected eye institutes. With over ten years of dedicated experience in managing complex glaucoma cases, he is committed to providing his patients with the most advanced and compassionate care available.
Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Shah is actively engaged in advancing the field. He is involved in glaucoma research and serves as a visiting consultant at Santram Eye Hospital in Nadiad. A respected voice in the ophthalmology community, he regularly shares his knowledge by delivering talks at both local and national conferences.
Dr. Shah believes in a personalized approach, taking the time to understand each patient's unique condition and concerns to develop a treatment plan that protects their vision and quality of life.
Take the Next Step Toward Protecting Your Vision
Take the Next Step Toward Protecting Your Vision
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