Question 1

Where does Dr. Simantan Basu practice?

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Dr. Simantan Basu practices at Fortis Medical Centre - Sarat Bose Road.

Question 2

Why do patients visit Dr. Simantan Basu?

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Patients frequently visit Dr. Simantan Basu for Geriatric ophthalmology, Ophthalmologic examinations, Diabetic Eye Checkup. To see more reasons visit the doctor's profile on Practo.

Question 3

What is Dr. Simantan Basu's education qualification?

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Dr. Simantan Basu has the following qualifications - MBBS, DO, FRCS.

Question 4

What does Dr. Simantan Basu specialises in ?

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Dr. Simantan Basu specialises as Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon.

Question 5

How many years of experience does Dr. Simantan Basu have?

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Dr. Simantan Basu has an overall experience of 28 years. View where has Dr. Simantan Basu practiced in the past.

Question 6

Who is Dr. Simantan Basu?

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Dr. Simantan Basu is a Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon in Sarat Bose Road, Kolkata and has an experience of 28 years in this field. Dr. Simantan Basu practices at Fortis Medical Centre in Sarat Bose Road, Kolkata. He completed MBBS from Calcutta University in 1993,DO from Calcutta University in 1998 and FRCS from Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons (RCPS), Glasgow in 2007. He is a member of Medical Council of India (MCI). Some of the services provided by the doctor are: Geriatric ophthalmology,Ophthalmologic examinations,Diabetic Eye Checkup,Mini Scleral Contact Lens and Eye Surgery etc.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 7

When should I see  an ophthalmologist?

Accepted Answer

You may see an ophthalmologist in the following conditions
 ·Blurred vision
 ·Eye pain
 ·Eye injury
 ·Diabetes-related eye problems
 ·Family history of eye problems
 ·Dark spots in vision
 ·Dry and itchy eye
 ·Decreased vision
 ·Discharge from the eye and redness
 ·Cataract surgery
 ·Corneal transplant

Question 8

Does an ophthalmologist perform only surgeries?

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Yes, an ophthalmologist also performs eye surgeries. If you need cataract surgery or a corneal transplant, your ophthalmologist will treat you accordingly. An ophthalmologist also specializes in laser surgery.

Question 9

What is the education qualification of an ophthalmologist?

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To become an ophthalmologist, you first need to complete MBBS degree, which is a five and half years course. After this course, you need to give an entrance exam for a postgraduate course. You will have to complete a three years course in MD (Doctor of Medicine) or MS (Master of Surgery) Ophthalmology or DNB. Some medical colleges also offer diploma courses in Ophthalmology after MBBS degree.

Question 10

Can an ophthalmologist suggest me which contact lenses to wear?

Accepted Answer

An optometrist or an ophthalmologist can perform your eye examination and find out the error in your vision. However, an ophthalmologist specializes in dealing with complex problems of the eye. So an ophthalmologist can easily suggest you which contact lenses to wear.

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