Avastin (Bevacizumab) , from the day it was found to be effective in treating various eye diseases, has been a boon to many people of lower socio-economic background all over the world. Recently the drug has been put on high alert with a possibility for a ban (Not yet banned) in India for use in … Continue reading Avastin-the poor man’s drug!
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Diabetic Retinopathy-a man and his life
As a retina specialist, i come across many patients with Diabetic Retinopathy. I would like to tell about a few people who had an unfortunate change of their life due to diabetic retinopathy. Patients who i have seen in my OPD and who still come for follow up. You wouldn't be surprised if I told … Continue reading Diabetic Retinopathy-a man and his life
Getting old the right way
Just a perspective on getting old the right way. Lifestyle modifications and habits, are they necessary? Find out
Get that eye checked…
It's only natural that being an ophthalmologist that I write this post. The reason? On any other day I would say "cos i am an ophthalmologist and that's what I advice". Not today. At least not the reason for this blog. The reason that am writing this blog has something to do with my mom's … Continue reading Get that eye checked…
THE INDIAN PATIENT
With lots of shows and articles targeting the Indian Doctors, why not something to target the patients? I guess am gonna take one for the team by posting this. This blog post is only an attempted outcry of what we,as Doctors, go through. Try to look at it from a neutral perspective rather than picturing yourself … Continue reading THE INDIAN PATIENT
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