About Dr. H.D. Koppikar
Dr. Hemang Koppikar, popularly known as Dr. H.D. Koppikar, is a Senior Consultant Ophthalmologist and Ophthalmic Surgeon at S. L. Raheja Hospital – A Fortis Associate, Mahim, Mumbai. With 40 years of experience in ophthalmology, he specialises in the diagnosis and management of retinal disorders.
He completed his MBBS from Bombay University in 1981 and MS in Ophthalmology from the same university in 1985. He also holds DOMS and CPS qualifications in ophthalmology. In 1987, he received advanced training in laser photocoagulation at Moorfields Eye Hospital, UK, under the guidance of experienced ophthalmology specialists.
Dr. Koppikar focuses on medical retina, diabetic retinopathy, laser treatment for retinal conditions and other medical retinal disorders. He played a key role in establishing the department for retinal laser treatment in 1989.
He is affiliated with the All India Ophthalmological Society (AIOS), Maharashtra Ophthalmological Society (MOS) and Bombay Ophthalmologists Association. He was awarded the Dr. V.H. Majumdar Prize for securing first rank in MS Ophthalmology.