Question 1

Why do patients visit Dr. Mahesha C?

Accepted Answer

Patients frequently visit Dr. Mahesha C for Cataract Services, ophthalmic care. To see more reasons visit the doctor's profile on Practo.

Question 2

What is Dr. Mahesha C's education qualification?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Mahesha C has the following qualifications - MS - Ophthalmology, MBBS.

Question 3

What does Dr. Mahesha C specialises in ?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Mahesha C specialises as Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon.

Question 4

How many years of experience does Dr. Mahesha C have?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Mahesha C has an overall experience of 5 years. View where has Dr. Mahesha C practiced in the past.

Question 5

Who is Dr. Mahesha C?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Mahesha C is a Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon and has an experience of 5 years in this field. He completed MS - Ophthalmology from Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubli, (KIMS) in 2025 and MBBS from NITTE University in 2020. He is a member of AIOS (All India Ophthalmological Society) and IAS, IOA, DOA, KOS. Some of the services provided by the doctor are: Cataract Services and ophthalmic care etc.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 6

When should I see  an ophthalmologist?

Accepted Answer

You should ideally visit an ophthalmologist once a year to get your eyes checked. Apart from this, you should see an ophthalmologist when you have:
1. Decreased/blurred vision
2. High blood pressure
3. Diabetes mellitus
4. AIDS
5. Thyroid problems
6. Excess tearing
7. Eyelid abnormalities
8. Double vision
9. Loss of peripheral vision
10. Redness or itching of eyes
11. Abnormal eye discharge

Question 7

Does an ophthalmologist perform only surgeries?

Accepted Answer

An ophthalmologist is trained at both performing tests to check if you have any eye issues as well as at performing surgeries.

Question 8

What is the education qualification of an ophthalmologist?

Accepted Answer

To become an opthalmologist, you first need to get an MBBS degree (5.5. yrs course) after which you need to pursue specialisation in opthalmology via an MD or DNB for 3 years.

Question 9

Can an ophthalmologist suggest me which contact lenses to wear?

Accepted Answer

Yes. An opthalmologist can check your eyes if you have any vision-related issues and suggest you to get contact lenses to wear.

Question 10

Are there any specialists in ophthalmology?

Accepted Answer

There are several specialties in opthamology such as cataract surgery, neuro opthalmology, retina specialst, pediatric opthalmology among others.