MBBS, MS (Ophth.)
Gender: Male
Language Spoken: Bengali, English, Hindi
Email ID : contact@eyedoctor.co.in
Contact No. : 90079 70002
From: 139, Lenin Sarani Rd, Bowbazar, Kolkata, West Bengal 700013, Kolkata, India
Website: http://www.eyedoctor.co.in/
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Dr. Siddhartha Ghosh, MS in Ophthalmology, has been trained in Phacoemulsification, lasers and retinal diseases from premier ophthalmological institutes. He has performed more than 20,000 eye procedures and surgeries till date. Dr. Siddhartha Ghosh is the Head of the Department of Ophthalmology, at the GD Hospital and Diabetes Institute in Kolkata. He is also a Visiting Consultant at Nightingale Hospital, Apollo Gleneagles. Pediatric Eye Specialist in Kolkata He has been actively involved in the Post-graduate teaching and training of Ophthalmologists. Dr. Ghosh has to his credit numerous presentations in various national and international conferences and academic forums and is a member of the All India Ophthalmological Society and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. He is also actively involved in scientific publications. In his practice of Ophthalmology, Dr. Siddhartha Ghosh strives to provide comprehensive eye care by optimal use of cutting-edge technology & human intelligence along with empathy, sincerity, and ethics.
Cataract Surgeon Eye Surgeon Glaucoma Surgeon Neuro Ophthalmologist Ophthalmologists (Eye specialist) Paediatric Ophthalmologist
Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy Astigmatism Blindness Cataract Central Serous Retinopathy Chalazion Color Blindness Conical Cornea (Keratoconus) Conjunctivitis Convergence Disorder (Convergence Insufficiency) Corneal Abrasion Corneal Ulcer Crossed Eye (Strabismus) Diabetic Neuropathy (Diabetic Nerve Damage) Diabetic Retinopathy (Diabetic Eye Disease) Double Vision (Diplopia) Eye Floaters (Floater) Eye Strain (Asthenopia) Far-Sightedness Fuchs' Dystrophy Glaucoma Hyphema Keratitis (Corneal Inflammation) Keratoconus (Conical Cornea) Lagophthalmos Lazy Eye (Amblyopia) Macular Degeneration Mydriasis (Dilation of the Pupil) Near-Sightedness (Myopia) Night-Blindness (Nyctalopia) Ocular Rosacea Optic Neuritis Pinguecula (Eye Web) Presbyopia Prosopagnosia Ptosis (Eyelid) Red Eye Retinal Detachment Retinitis Pigmentosa (Rod Cone Dystrophy) Retinoblastoma River Blindness (Onchocerciasis) Scleritis Stye Subconjunctival Hemorrhage Trachoma Uveitis (Chorioretinitis) Watery Eyes (Epiphora)
Cataract Surgery Corneal Transplantation Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) Eye Surgery (LASIK) Eye Test Iridectomy Keratectomy Keratoprosthesis Maxillectomy Oculoplastics Ophthalmological Exam Photorefractive Keratectomy Strabismus Surgery Trabeculectomy Vitrectomy
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No. Currently, there is no way to transplant a whole eye. However, corneas have been successfully transplanted for many years....
Dr. Siddhartha Ghosh MBBS, MS (Ophth.)
This is a condition of the eye which cannot see well at long distances in low illumination, such as driving at night. It's a myopic condition induced from complex optical factors as a resu...
Dr. Siddhartha Ghosh MBBS, MS (Ophth.)
This is a condition of the eye unable to see under reduced illumination. Lack of Vitamin A is the most common cause of this condition in the poor countries. Some eye diseases affecting the rod shape cells in the retina also result night blindness. Congenital night blindness is rare.
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There is no single effective way to achieve this goal. As mentioned above, myopia is a condition with multiple causative factors, and very little can do to influence the myopic gene. Besides prevent to over stress your eyes, wearing Rigid Contact Lenses appears to be effective to retard the progressio...
Dr. Siddhartha Ghosh MBBS, MS (Ophth.)
In this part of the world, myopia is the most common refractive error especially among the school children and young adults. The cause of the development of myopia is not fully understood. It is generally believed that the predominant causative factor is environmental rather...
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When you take a picture, the lens in the front of the camera allows light through and focuses that light on the film that covers the back inside wall of the camera. When the light hits the film, a picture is taken. The eye works in much the same way. The front parts of the e...
Dr. Siddhartha Ghosh MBBS, MS (Ophth.)
Newborn infants are able to see, but as they use their eyes during the first months of life, vision improves. During early childhood years, the visual system changes quickly and vision continues to develop. If a child cannot use his or her eyes normally, vision does not deve...
Dr. Siddhartha Ghosh MBBS, MS (Ophth.)
Low vision is a term describing a level of vision below normal (20/70 or worse) that cannot be corrected with conventional glasses. Low vision is not the same as blindness. People with low vision can use their sight. However, low vision may interfere with the performance of ...
Dr. Siddhartha Ghosh MBBS, MS (Ophth.)
If neither of your eyes can see better than 20/60 without improvement from glasses or contacts, you may be defined as visually impaired. In addition, poor night vision, limited side vision, double vision and loss of vision in one eye may also determine visual impairment.
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You are legally blind when the best corrected central acuity is less than 20/200 (perfect visual acuity is 20/20) in your better eye, or your side vision is narrowed to 20 degrees or less in your better eye. Even if you are legally blind, you may still have some useful visio...
Dr. Siddhartha Ghosh MBBS, MS (Ophth.)
Acuity is the measure of the eye's ability to distinguish the smallest identifiable letter or symbol, its details and shape, usually at a distance of 20 feet. This measurement is usually given in a fraction. The top number refers to the testing distance measured in feet ...
Dr. Siddhartha Ghosh MBBS, MS (Ophth.)
The medical term for nearsightedness is myopia, correctable with glasses, contact lenses or, in some cases, refractive surgery (LASIK or Corneal Ring Implants). The medical term for farsightedness is hyperopia, correctable with glasses, contact lenses or, in some cases, refr...
Dr. Siddhartha Ghosh MBBS, MS (Ophth.)
Using commercial saline solutions is the safest method of cleaning lenses. Some studies have shown that homemade solutions may lead to corneal infections. Also see information about contact lenses.
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No, because it does not provide the specifications for lens diameter, thickness and base curve. A new prescription must be carefully fitted by an eye care specialist to avoid serious adverse reactions.
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No, there is no evidence that wearing contact lenses improves vision or prevents myopia from getting worse.
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Yes, contact lenses provide excellent vision for most sports. However, they do not protect the eyes from injury. Therefore, contact lens wearers should use polycarbonate sports safety goggles or glasses when participating in sports. Also see information about preventing eye ...
Dr. Siddhartha Ghosh MBBS, MS (Ophth.)
Some of the newest materials for frames include titanium (virtually indestructible) and polycarbonate materials (recommended for high-impact sports). Lenses are also made from polycarbonate materials, other types of lightweight plastics, and glass. Coatings include UV protec...
Dr. Siddhartha Ghosh MBBS, MS (Ophth.)
There is no predetermined schedule for changing glasses or contacts. It is necessary to change your prescription only when it no longer provide adequate correction. However, it is still a good idea to have regular eye examinations.
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No, but most people are more comfortable reading with proper lighting which is bright enough to provide good illumination but not so bright as to cause glare.
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Possibly. If both the biological parents wear glasses, your children are likely to need them as well.
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There is a benefit to wearing UV protective lenses--wearing them may protect against cataract formation. Clear lenses with UV protection may offer greater protection than dark lenses because they allow the eyes to be exposed to more light. This causes greater constriction of...
Dr. Siddhartha Ghosh MBBS, MS (Ophth.)
The ability to focus on near objects decreases steadily with age and is referred to as presbyopia. Presbyopia is a natural aging of the lens. It is usually near the age of 40, when glasses or bifocals are prescribed to correct this condition.
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No, there is no scientific evidence that TV sets emit rays that are harmful to the eyes.
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No, there is no evidence that working at a computer damages the eyes. However, long hours of work can be fatiguing to the eyes, neck and back. Monitor glare from various light sources can also be a problem. It is often helpful to take periodic breaks, looking off in the dist...
Dr. Siddhartha Ghosh MBBS, MS (Ophth.)
The human crystalline lens is a clear, flexible substance in the normal eye. It is situated just behind the pupil and constitute one of the main elements that focus incident light onto the retina.
A cataract means the clouding or opacification of the crystalli...Dr. Siddhartha Ghosh MBBS, MS (Ophth.)
If you are over 6 years old and without any symptom on performing visual tasks, it's all right to put on your spectacle whenever you need it. However, it's rather dangerous when you are driving or carry out certain activities with poor vision. If you are under 6 years old, it's advisable t...
Dr. Siddhartha Ghosh MBBS, MS (Ophth.)
Generally, it's advisable to have the eyes check-up once annually. This is particularly important for preschool children as high myopia, hypermetropia or astigmatism can lead to strabismus (squint) or amblyopia (lazy eye), which can be prevented if detected and corrected...
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