Dr. Girija Suresh – Ophthalmologist and Paediatric Eye Specialist in Mumbai

Dr. Girija Suresh is a senior Consultant Ophthalmologist associated with Fortis Hospital, Mulund, Mumbai. She has more than 30 years of experience in ophthalmology, as reported by Fortis Healthcare. Her clinical interests include modern cataract surgery, paediatric eye diseases, squint management, glaucoma and medical retinal disorders.

Dr. Girija Suresh holds MBBS, DOMS and FRCS qualifications. Her professional background includes training in India and the United Kingdom, with exposure to specialised eye care at Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, and Manchester Royal Eye Hospital. She has been associated with Fortis Hospital, Mulund, since its inception.

Her expertise in paediatric ophthalmology includes the assessment of eye conditions affecting infants and children. These include squint, lazy eye, refractive errors, watery eyes and abnormalities of eye movement. She is also involved in retinopathy of prematurity screening, an important examination for selected premature infants who may be at risk of retinal disease.

Dr. Suresh has extensive experience with cataract surgery across different age groups. Cataracts cause clouding of the natural eye lens and may lead to blurred vision or glare. Treatment planning involves assessing the patient's visual symptoms, eye health and suitability for surgical intervention.

Her clinical practice also covers glaucoma and medical retinal conditions such as diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration. These disorders can threaten vision and may require imaging, medication, monitoring or referral for specialised interventions. Early diagnosis and appropriate follow-up are important in maintaining eye health.

Patients seeking an ophthalmologist in Mumbai for cataract evaluation, paediatric eye problems, squint, glaucoma or retinal disease may consult Dr. Girija Suresh at Fortis Hospital, Mulund. Individual treatment decisions are based on clinical examination, diagnostic findings and the patient's visual requirements.

Cataract Surgery

Cataract surgery removes the clouded natural lens of the eye and generally replaces it with an artificial intraocular lens. The procedure may be recommended when cataracts interfere with vision and everyday activities. A detailed eye examination helps determine surgical suitability, lens selection and appropriate postoperative care.

Paediatric Cataract Management

Paediatric cataracts affect the transparency of the eye lens in infants or children and may interfere with normal visual development. Early assessment is important because untreated cataracts can lead to amblyopia. Management may involve surgery, optical correction and long-term monitoring of visual development.

Squint (Strabismus) Management

Squint occurs when the two eyes are not aligned correctly. It may affect children or adults and can be associated with double vision, reduced binocular vision or amblyopia. Treatment depends on the cause and may include spectacles, exercises in selected cases or eye muscle surgery.

Lazy Eye (Amblyopia) Treatment

Amblyopia develops when vision in one eye does not develop normally during childhood, sometimes because of squint or unequal refractive errors. Early treatment may include appropriate spectacles, patching or prescribed vision therapy approaches. Treatment effectiveness depends on the cause, age and severity.

Paediatric Refractive Error Correction

Refractive errors such as myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism can affect a child's ability to see clearly. Accurate assessment helps identify the need for spectacles or other interventions. Regular follow-up may be required because refractive errors and visual development can change as children grow.

Retinopathy of Prematurity Screening

Retinopathy of prematurity is a retinal disorder that can develop in premature infants. Screening is recommended for babies who meet recognised risk criteria. Timely retinal examinations can identify abnormal blood vessel development and determine whether observation or urgent specialised treatment is needed to reduce the risk of vision loss.

Glaucoma Evaluation and Management

Glaucoma is a group of conditions that damage the optic nerve and may cause permanent vision loss. Evaluation includes eye pressure measurement, optic nerve assessment and other tests when needed. Treatment may involve eye drops, laser procedures or surgery, depending on disease severity.

Diabetic Retinopathy Management

Diabetic retinopathy results from diabetes-related damage to retinal blood vessels. Early disease may cause no noticeable symptoms, making regular examinations important. Management can include monitoring, improved diabetes control, intravitreal injections, laser treatment or surgery depending on the severity and complications.