Department of Ophthalmology
Vision & Mission
The Department of Ophthalmology, GIMS Greater Noida, is dedicated to improving community ocular health through an integrated approach of patient care, education, and research. Our mission is to achieve excellence by:
- State-of-the-Art Care: Providing advanced medical facilities and evidence-based treatment to the residents of Gautambudhnagar and neighboring districts.
- Preventative Screening: Maintaining regular patient care and screenings for vision-threatening diseases, including Diabetes and Glaucoma.
- Medical Education: Imparting comprehensive training to undergraduate students, postgraduates, and nursing staff in ophthalmic patient care.
- Scientific Research: Cultivating and sustaining an environment for basic and advanced scientific research at all levels of the department.
- Advocacy: Promoting ocular health awareness and advocacy to ensure better outcomes for the community.
Department Information
| Sr. No. | Heading | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Name of the Department | Ophthalmology |
| 2 | Department Email | ophthagims19@gmail.com |
| 3 | Date of Establishment | 2018 |
| 4 | Name of the first Head of Department | Dr. Nandita Chaturvedi |
Specialty Clinics
| Name of the Clinic | Weekday/s | Timings | Name of Clinic In-charge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glaucoma Clinic | Wednesday | 9am - 1pm | Dr. Krishna Kuldeep |
| Retina and Vitreoretinal Surgery Clinic | Friday | 9am - 1pm | Dr. Shailly Raj |
| Refraction Clinic | Everyday | DAILY | Dr. Krishna Kuldeep, Dr. Shailly Raj, Dr. Nandita Chaturvedi |
| Eye Bank | Everyday | 24 hours | Dr. Shaily Raj |
| Squint Clinic | Thursday | 9am - 1pm | Dr. Nandita Chaturvedi |
| Paediatric Ophthalmology | Saturday | 9am - 1pm | Dr. Krishna Kuldeep |
| Uvea and Medical Retina | Friday | 9am - 1pm | Dr. Shailly Raj |
| Orbit and Oculoplasty | Thursday | 9am - 1pm | Dr. Nandita Chaturvedi |
| Low vision aids | Monday | 9am - 1pm | Dr. Nandita Chaturvedi |
| Neuroophthalmology | Wednesday | 9am - 1pm | Dr. Krishna Kuldeep |
| Cornea and Ocular Surface | Tuesday | 9am - 1pm | Dr. Shailly Raj |
| Contact Lens | Everyday | 9am - 1pm | Dr. Krishna Kuldeep, Dr. Shailly Raj, Dr. Nandita Chaturvedi |
- Providing state-of-the-art medical facilities to the people of District Gautam Budh Nagar and neighboring districts.
- Providing scientific and evidence-based treatment.
- Providing regular patient care and screening for vision-threatening diseases, such as Diabetes Glaucoma and Congenital Glaucoma.
- Imparting comprehensive Medical Education to the under graduate and post graduate students and nursing staff related to ophthalmic pateient care
- To cultivate, encourage and sustain an attitude of basic and advanced scientific research at all level
- AB Scan with UBM Probe OCT
- Cataract surgery
- Ectropion correction
- Electro Cautery Machine
- Entropion
- Fundus examination by Direct/ Indirect/ 90D ophthalmoscopy
- Glaucoma services: Pachymetry, Perimetry, Applanation, Schiotz, Non-contact Tonometry, Filtration surgery
- Lacrimal surgery
- Lid surgery
- Minor Surgical Procedures
- Mydriatic & Non Mydriatic Fundus Camera
- Phacoemulsification surgery
- Refraction Services including ARK
- Screening for Diabetic Retinopathy
- Slit Lamp Examination
- Squint examination, correction
- Trauma repair
- YAG laser capsulotomy, iridotomy, and PI
Workload Statistics
Annual Statistics (2022 - 2024)
| Category | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| OPD | 20371 | 24505 | 23521 |
| IPD | 513 | 890 | 876 |
| Major Surgery | 266 | 351 | 432 |
| Minor Surgery | 1687 | 2126 | 1820 |
Monthly Statistics (Jan - Sep 2025)
| Category | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Admissions | 77 | 76 | 72 | 84 | 41 | 37 | 47 | 38 | 56 |
| Minor Surgery | 109 | 105 | 121 | 115 | 65 | 72 | 65 | 69 | 80 |
| Major Surgery | 43 | 45 | 45 | 41 | 23 | 11 | 23 | 7 | 25 |
| Daycare Procedure | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 13 | 12 | 9 | 15 |
- Minor ot workload: 70-80 minor procedures per month
- Major ot workload: approx 80 surgeries per month including cataract, squint, lid surgeries
- OPD- 80 patients/day Ophthalmology OPD (Daily)
- MBBS
- LOP Awaited
- Letter of permission from Medical Council of India vide letter No. MCI-34(41) (E-60)/2019 .Med/ 115574 dated 20th May 2019 for starting MBBS course for 100 students. First batch of 100 students have been admitted and classes has been commenced since 01 Aug 2019.
CME & Academic Activities
Eye Donation Awareness CME – October 2026
A Continuing Medical Education (CME) program was organized in the Department of Ophthalmology on the topic "Eye Donation" during the Eye Donation Fortnight held in the month of October 2026. The program focused on spreading awareness about the importance of eye donation and encouraging the community to pledge for eye donation in order to help restore vision to those suffering from corneal blindness.
Myopia Awareness Week – March 2026
Myopia Week was celebrated in the month of March 2026 in the Department of Ophthalmology. An awareness program was organized for children and parents to educate them about the increasing prevalence of myopia and the importance of early detection and proper eye care.
The program included an interactive Parents and Doctors Interaction Session along with a Poster Competition to promote awareness about eye health among children.
- OPD Consultation Room
- HOD Room
- DEMO Room / Seminar room / Library
- Pantry
- Minor OT / Dressing Room
- Refraction Room
- Dark Room
- Waiting area for patients
- Patients education posters
- 10 patients beds ( 04 semi intensive beds ) with side table & stool
- Sister in charge room
- Nurses Duty Room
- Nursing Station.
- Examination / Treatment / Dressing / Minor OT Room.
- Ward Pantry.
- Store room for linen and other equipment.
- Medicine store room.
- Resident Doctors and students Duty Room.
- Clinical Demonstration Room
- LCD Projector
Academic Results
The Department of Ophthalmology at Government Institute of Medical Sciences, Greater Noida consistently demonstrates strong academic performance and successful undergraduate training outcomes.
The department has achieved a perfect pass rate for undergraduate students, reflecting excellence in ophthalmic medical education and training.
Research Projects
| Type / Funding Agency | Project Title | Investigator(s) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ICMR (STS) | Evaluating the change in the refractive error status of MBBS students in the medical institute. | Department Faculty & Students | ONGOING |
| Institutional Research | Demographic profile and socioeconomic impact of allergic rhinoconjunctivitis in patients reporting to the tertiary care centre. | Kumar N, Raj S. | PUBLISHED |
| Observational Study | Clinical Pattern and profile of Corneal Foreign Body Patients Reporting to the Department of Ophthalmology in a Tertiary Care Hospital: A Retrospective Observational Study. | Ophthalmology Team | ONGOING PAPER |
* Table includes ICMR-STS, WHO, and other institutional research collaborations.
Publications
Comprehensive record of faculty publications over the last 5 years.
Faculty Wise Summary
Recent Publications (Last 5 Years)
Parents’ Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice About Retinopathy of Prematurity in Infants Admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in a Tertiary Care Hospital of Western Uttar Pradesh.
Impact of Blue Light Exposure from Digital Devices on Sleep, Mood, and Ocular Health in Young Adults: A Questionnaire-Based Assessment.
Use of spectacles for refractive errors: coverage, unmet needs and barriers in school going adolescents of Western U.P.
- Develop the department as a centre of excellence for Ophthalmology for undergraduate & postgraduate training
- Development of UG and PG teaching modules for simplified teaching
- Develop Ophthalmology Museum
- Upgrading Retina and Glaucoma services to level II and higher
- Develop Ophthalmology sub-specialties & start the emergency Ophthalmology training services for the nursing staff and Medical officers to uplift the peripheral health services
- Further training of faculty in their subspecialties of choice.
- To start certificate courses in Ophthalmology.
- To improvise the research in the department with extra-mural projects.
- To improve infrastructure & patient friendly facilties for poor people of this region.
- Organize State level conference.
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