About

The department of Ophthalmology is the well-established branch in Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed Medical College catering to high caliber level of academic programs and state of art, management of patients. It is a vital department in medical education, patient care, and research, providing comprehensive ophthalmic training and services.

Objectives:

1. Education and Training:

• Trains MBBS students in clinical examination techniques, surgical skills, and the management of eye diseases.
• Provides exposure to advanced diagnostic tools and technologies for eye care.

2. Clinical Services:

• Manages a wide range of eye conditions, including cataracts, glaucoma, refractive errors, retinal disorders, and corneal diseases.
• Conducts both major and minor Eye surgeries.
• Operates outpatient clinics, emergency eye care units, and vision screening camps.

3. Research:

• Engages in research on various ophthalmological conditions like diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, and pediatric eye disorders.
• Develops and evaluates innovative diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.

4. Community Outreach:

• Organizes eye camps and vision screening programs in rural and underserved areas.
• Promotes awareness about eye health and prevention of blindness.

Facilities and Infrastructure:

• Equipped with modern diagnostic tools like slit lamps, fundus cameras, and ultrasonography.
• Surgical facilities for advanced procedures, including phacoemulsification and vitreoretinal surgery.
• Specialized units for pediatric ophthalmology, glaucoma, retina, and corneal diseases.

The Department of Ophthalmology not only trains future eye care professionals but also contributes significantly to public health through its clinical expertise and outreach initiatives.

Faculty details:

Name	Present Designation	Photograph
Dr. Santana Sarma	Professor & HOD
Dr. Prosenjit Kalita	Assistant Professor
Dr. Pooja Devi MBBS, MS	Senior Resident
Dr Ipsita Das MBBS, MS	Senior Resident
Dr. Rakesh Kumar karak M.S. ophthalmology	Senior Resident