Dr. Rajeswari Thangavel

Consultant

Ophthalmology

MBBS | MD Ophthalmology – AIIMS, New Delhi | DNB | FAICO

Overview

Dr. Rajeswari Thangavel is a highly skilled Consultant Ophthalmologist with over 9 years of expertise in advanced eye care, cataract surgery, refractive procedures, and neuro-ophthalmology. A former Senior Resident at the prestigious All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, she brings world-class surgical training and deep clinical knowledge to every patient interaction. Dr. Rajeswari is committed to delivering precise, evidence-based eye care with a strong focus on surgical outcomes and patient satisfaction. Her extensive experience spans cataract surgery (phacoemulsification), LASIK and refractive surgery, squint evaluation and correction, neuro-ophthalmology, and medical retina — making her one of the most versatile and trusted eye specialists for patients seeking comprehensive ophthalmology care.

Field of Expertise

Cataract Surgery (Phacoemulsification) – Advanced micro-incision cataract removal for improved vision and faster recovery
Refractive Surgery including LASIK – Laser-assisted vision correction for myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism
Squint Evaluation and Surgery (Strabismus) – Diagnosis and surgical correction of eye misalignment in children and adults
Neuro-Ophthalmology – Management of optic nerve disorders, visual field defects, and neurological eye conditions
Medical Retina – Evaluation and treatment of retinal diseases including retinoschisis and related conditions
Comprehensive Eye Care – Full-spectrum diagnostic and therapeutic eye care for all age groups

Languages Spoken

EnglishTamilHindi

Awards & Achievements

Recognised for exceptional surgical proficiency and advanced clinical skills in ophthalmology
Extensive surgical and clinical training at AIIMS, New Delhi — one of India's most premier and reputed medical institutions
Published researcher with multiple peer-reviewed publications in leading national and international ophthalmology journals
Co-author of landmark studies on strabismus surgery, LASIK pharmacokinetics, myopia in India, and retinal management

Talks & Publications

Comparative evaluation of once-daily and twice-daily dosing of topical bromfenac 0.09% – aqueous pharmacokinetics and clinical efficacy in cataract refractive surgery. J Cataract Refract Surg. 2021
Clinical Role of Swept Source Anterior Segment Optical Coherence Tomography (AS-OCT) in Strabismus Re-Operation with Lost Surgical Details. Clin Ophthalmol. 2021
Defining the Clinical Role of Swept-Source Anterior Segment OCT in Eyes Undergoing Strabismus Surgery. Clin Ophthalmol. 2022
Myopia in India – Epidemiology, prevalence, and clinical insights into refractive error management. Clin Ophthalmol. 2022
Dramatic Response to Topical Dorzolamide in X-Linked Retinoschisis – A significant case study in medical retina management. Indian J Ophthalmol. 2020
Novel Inferior Oblique Muscle Y Splitting Procedure to Minimize Anti-Elevation Syndrome – A Pilot Study in advanced squint surgery techniques. Clin Ophthalmol. 2022

Fellowship

FAICO (Fellow of the All India Collegium of Ophthalmology) – Advanced fellowship in ophthalmological surgical practice
Senior Residency at AIIMS, New Delhi – Specialised training in Cataract Surgery, Strabismus (Squint Surgery), and Neuro-Ophthalmology at India's foremost medical institute

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