Question 1

Why do patients visit Dr. Neelima Y?

Accepted Answer

Patients frequently visit Dr. Neelima Y for Phacoemulsification Surgery, Glaucoma Evaluation / Treatment, Diabetic Retinopathy Screening/ Treatment. To see more reasons visit the doctor's profile on Practo.

Question 2

What do patients say about Dr. Neelima Y?

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Dr. Neelima Y has been recommended by 4 patients and has recieved stories from 2 patients. You can read detailed patient stories of the doctor on Practo.

Question 3

What is Dr. Neelima Y's education qualification?

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Dr. Neelima Y has the following qualifications - DNB - Ophthalmology, MBBS.

Question 4

What does Dr. Neelima Y specialises in ?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Neelima Y specialises as Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon.

Question 5

How many years of experience does Dr. Neelima Y have?

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Dr. Neelima Y has an overall experience of 10 years. View where has Dr. Neelima Y practiced in the past.

Question 6

Who is Dr. Neelima Y?

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Dr. Neelima. Y, DNB Ophthalmology is working as Chief Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at AKIRA EYE HOSPITAL, Vijayawada. Dr. Neelima, has over 5years of experience as Phaco Specialist performing painless Micro Incision Cataract Surgery(MICS) under Topical Anaesthesia. She's well known for her comprehensive and compassionate care towards the patients. She has received her Post Graduate Master's Degree in DNB Ophthalmology from Pushpagiri Vitreo-Retina Institute, Hyderabad. Her externships include training in ICL surgeries at Prasad Netralaya, Manguluru and Topical Phaco Surgery at Akira Eye Hospital, Rajahmundry. Besides, practicing eye care, Dr. Neelima loves spending time with her family. She enjoys reading books, listening music, gardening and playing with pets.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 7

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 8

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 9

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 10

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.