Question 1

What is Dr. Praveena Avala's education qualification?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Praveena Avala has the following qualifications - MBBS, MS - Ophthalmology.

Question 2

What does Dr. Praveena Avala specialises in ?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Praveena Avala specialises as Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon.

Question 3

How many years of experience does Dr. Praveena Avala have?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Praveena Avala has an overall experience of 9 years. View where has Dr. Praveena Avala practiced in the past.

Question 4

Who is Dr. Praveena Avala?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Praveena Avala is a Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon and has an experience of 9 years in this field. She completed MBBS from Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences Andhra Pradesh in 2012 and MS - Ophthalmology from Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences Andhra Pradesh in 2017.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 5

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 6

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 7

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 8

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 9

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.

Question 10

Is an optician and an ophthalmologist the same?

Accepted Answer

No. An optician and an opthalmologist differ from each other with the latter receiving high level of training and education. Opticians can only provide you with glasses while an opthalmologist can diagnose eye-related diseases and offer treatments for the same.

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