Question 1

Where does Dr. Uma Maheshwar practice?

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Dr. Uma Maheshwar practices at Vasan Eye Care Hospital - Ram Nagar.

Question 2

How can I take Dr. Uma Maheshwar's appointment ?

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You can take Dr. Uma Maheshwar's appointment online through Practo for in-clinic visit with the doctor.

Question 3

What is Dr. Uma Maheshwar's education qualification?

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Dr. Uma Maheshwar has the following qualifications - MBBS, MS - Ophthalmology. You can book the doctor through the doctor's profile on Practo.

Question 4

What does Dr. Uma Maheshwar specialises in ?

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Dr. Uma Maheshwar specialises as Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon.

Question 5

How many years of experience does Dr. Uma Maheshwar have?

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Dr. Uma Maheshwar has an overall experience of 23 years. View where has Dr. Uma Maheshwar practiced in the past.

Question 6

Who is Dr. Uma Maheshwar?

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Dr. Uma Maheshwar is a Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon in Ram Nagar, Visakhapatnam and has an experience of 23 years in this field. Dr. Uma Maheshwar practices at Vasan Eye Care Hospital in Ram Nagar, Visakhapatnam. He completed MBBS from RANGARAYA MEDICAL COLLEGE,KAKINADA in 2003 and MS - Ophthalmology from Andhra Medical College; Visakhapatnam in 2008.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 7

When should I see  an ophthalmologist?

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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?

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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?

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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?

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

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