Question 1

Where does Dr. Poonam Acharya practice?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Poonam Acharya practices at Acharya Retina Clinic - Akota.

Question 2

What do patients say about Dr. Poonam Acharya?

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

Question 3

What is Dr. Poonam Acharya's education qualification?

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Dr. Poonam Acharya has the following qualifications - MBBS, MS - Ophthalmology.

Question 4

What does Dr. Poonam Acharya specialises in ?

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Dr. Poonam Acharya specialises as Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon.

Question 5

How many years of experience does Dr. Poonam Acharya have?

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Dr. Poonam Acharya has an overall experience of 18 years. View where has Dr. Poonam Acharya practiced in the past.

Question 6

Who is Dr. Poonam Acharya?

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Dr. Poonam Acharya is a Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon in Akota, Vadodara and has an experience of 18 years in this field. Dr. Poonam Acharya practices at Acharya Retina Clinic in Akota, Vadodara. She completed MBBS from Baroda medical College in 2008 and MS - Ophthalmology from University Of Baroda in 2008.. 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?

Accepted Answer

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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