Ophthalmology
Consultant – Ophthalmology31 Years
Fortis Hospital & Kidney Institute
Kolkata
Dr. Somdutt Prasad is a Consultant Ophthalmologist associated with Fortis Hospital & Kidney Institute, Gariahat, Kolkata. He specialises in cataract surgery, retinal diseases and vitreoretinal surgery. According to his official Fortis Healthcare profile, he has 31 years of professional experience. His clinical work focuses on the diagnosis and surgical management of eye conditions affecting the natural lens, retina and vitreous.
Dr. Somdutt Prasad holds MBBS, MS (Ophthalmology), FRCS (Edinburgh), FRCOphth (London) and FACS (USA) qualifications. He completed his postgraduate ophthalmology training in India in 1993 and subsequently underwent advanced specialist training in the United Kingdom. His professional development included Royal College-approved fellowships in Medical and Surgical Retina at Arrowe Park Hospital, Wirral.
His primary surgical expertise includes cataract surgery using phacoemulsification and advanced intraocular lenses, including multifocal and toric lens technologies. He also specialises in the management of retinal disorders requiring medical or surgical intervention. Fortis Healthcare reports that he has performed more than 10,000 phacoemulsification procedures, 3,000 vitreoretinal surgeries and 3,000 intravitreal injections, along with numerous retinal and YAG laser procedures.
Dr. Prasad previously worked in the United Kingdom, where he served as a Consultant Ophthalmologist in the NHS and private practice. He was appointed as a substantive consultant in 2001 and held a consultant position until 2013. His career also included five years as Clinical Director of the Special Surgery Directorate and academic involvement as a clinical lecturer at the University of Sheffield.
His professional contributions include international ophthalmology education, scientific publications and participation in professional organisations. His reported distinctions include the American Society of Retina Specialists Honors Award, the American Academy of Ophthalmology Achievement Award and the Gold Medal from the Intraocular Implant & Refractive Society India. He also contributed to the Royal College of Ophthalmologists' diabetic retinopathy guidelines in 2013.
Dr. Somdutt Prasad provides specialist eye-care consultations in Kolkata, with professional affiliations including Fortis Healthcare and other ophthalmology centres. Patients with cataracts, diabetic retinal disease, retinal detachment, macular disorders or other retinal conditions may seek a specialist assessment. The appropriate treatment depends on detailed ophthalmic examination, diagnostic imaging and individual clinical requirements.
Cataract surgery involves removing the eye's cloudy natural lens and replacing it with a clear artificial intraocular lens. The procedure may be recommended when cataracts interfere with reading, driving or other everyday activities. Preoperative examinations help determine the appropriate surgical technique and lens selection for each patient.
Phacoemulsification is a modern cataract surgery technique that uses ultrasound energy to break the cloudy natural lens into small fragments before removal. An artificial intraocular lens is then implanted. This approach commonly uses small incisions and may support relatively rapid visual recovery, depending on the patient's eye condition.
Multifocal intraocular lenses are designed to provide vision at more than one distance following cataract surgery. They may reduce dependence on spectacles for selected patients, although visual side effects such as halos and glare can occur. Suitability depends on retinal health, lifestyle requirements and detailed preoperative evaluation.
Toric intraocular lenses are specialised artificial lenses used during cataract surgery to correct selected amounts of corneal astigmatism. They can improve uncorrected distance vision by addressing both cataract and astigmatic refractive error. Accurate measurements and appropriate lens alignment are important for achieving the intended visual correction.
Vitreoretinal surgery treats selected conditions affecting the retina and vitreous gel inside the eye. It may be considered for retinal detachment, vitreous haemorrhage, macular holes and certain complications of diabetic eye disease. The surgical technique depends on the underlying condition, retinal findings and visual prognosis.
Pars plana vitrectomy is a surgical procedure in which vitreous gel is removed through small instruments inserted into the eye. It provides access to retinal structures and may be used to treat retinal detachment, macular disorders or vitreous bleeding. Recovery and postoperative positioning requirements vary according to the procedure.
Retinal detachment occurs when the light-sensitive retina separates from its underlying supporting tissue. It can cause flashes, new floaters or a shadow across vision and requires urgent assessment. Surgical options may include vitrectomy, scleral buckling or pneumatic retinopexy, depending on the type and extent of detachment.
Diabetic retinopathy develops when diabetes damages the blood vessels supplying the retina. Management depends on disease severity and may include monitoring, intravitreal injections, retinal laser treatment or surgery. Early detection through dilated retinal examinations can reduce the risk of serious vision complications.
Intravitreal injections deliver medication directly into the vitreous cavity of the eye. They are commonly used for selected retinal diseases, including diabetic macular oedema and neovascular age-related macular degeneration. Treatment usually requires careful monitoring, and repeat injections may be necessary depending on disease activity and response.
Retinal laser photocoagulation uses focused laser energy to treat selected retinal abnormalities. It may be recommended for proliferative diabetic retinopathy, certain retinal tears or other vascular retinal disorders. The purpose is generally to reduce disease progression or the risk of further damage rather than restore existing retinal injury.
YAG laser capsulotomy treats posterior capsule opacification, a condition that can develop after cataract surgery and cause renewed blurred vision. The procedure uses a laser to create an opening in the cloudy capsule behind the artificial lens. Suitability is confirmed through an ophthalmic examination.
Age-related macular degeneration affects the central portion of the retina responsible for detailed vision. Evaluation may include retinal examination, optical coherence tomography and other imaging tests. Management depends on disease type and severity and may include monitoring, appropriate supplements or intravitreal anti-VEGF treatment.
Diabetic macular oedema occurs when fluid accumulates in the central retina due to diabetes-related vascular damage. It may cause blurred or distorted central vision. Treatment can involve intravitreal medication, selected laser procedures and management of systemic risk factors such as blood glucose and blood pressure.
A retinal tear is a break in retinal tissue that may increase the risk of retinal detachment. Symptoms can include sudden flashes or an increase in floaters. Selected tears may be treated with retinal laser or cryotherapy to create a protective adhesion around the affected area.
A macular hole is a defect in the central retina that can cause distortion and loss of detailed vision. Surgical treatment commonly involves vitrectomy with membrane peeling and placement of a gas bubble when appropriate. Visual recovery depends on factors including hole size, duration and retinal health.
Vitreous haemorrhage occurs when blood enters the vitreous cavity, potentially causing sudden blurred vision, floaters or significant visual obstruction. Causes include diabetic retinal disease and retinal tears. Management may involve observation, treatment of the underlying retinal disorder or vitrectomy when clinically necessary.
MBBS, MS (Ophthalmology), FRCS (Edinburgh), FRCOphth (London), FACS (USA)
Cataract surgery, phacoemulsification surgery, multifocal intraocular lens implantation, toric intraocular lens implantation, vitreoretinal surgery, pars plana vitrectomy, retinal detachment surgery, diabetic retinopathy management, intravitreal injections, retinal laser treatment, YAG laser procedures, macular disease evaluation, age-related macular degeneration management, retinal vascular disease assessment, advanced cataract evaluation, medical retina consultation, surgical retina consultation, comprehensive ophthalmology assessment.
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Dr. Somdutt Prasad is a Consultant Ophthalmologist associated with Fortis Hospital & Kidney Institute, Gariahat, Kolkata. He specialises in cataract surgery, advanced intraocular lens implantation and the medical and surgical management of retinal diseases.
Dr. Somdutt Prasad holds MBBS, MS (Ophthalmology), FRCS (Edinburgh), FRCOphth (London) and FACS (USA) qualifications. He completed postgraduate ophthalmology training in India and subsequently pursued advanced retinal fellowships in the United Kingdom.
The official Fortis Healthcare profile lists 31 years of experience. His personal website records postgraduate training completed in 1993 and extensive consultant work in the United Kingdom. Another hospital listing states 12 years, apparently referring to his UK consultant service, so the precise total should be confirmed.
Yes. Cataract surgery is one of Dr. Prasad's principal areas of expertise. Fortis reports more than 10,000 phacoemulsification procedures and identifies his experience with advanced multifocal and toric intraocular lenses.
Yes. Fortis reports more than 3,000 vitreoretinal surgical procedures performed by Dr. Prasad. His clinical expertise includes retinal disease management, and his professional background includes advanced training in medical and surgical retina.
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