Ophthalmology
Senior Consultant – Ophthalmology30 years
Fortis Hospitals
Mumbai
Dr. Suresh Palanisamy Shanmugam is a Senior Consultant in Ophthalmology at Fortis Hospital Mulund, Mumbai. With 30 years of professional experience reported by Fortis Healthcare, he specialises in cataract surgery, corneal transplantation, refractive surgery and the management of corneal disorders. His clinical interests also include glaucoma and medical retinal conditions such as diabetic retinopathy.
Dr. Suresh holds qualifications including MS in Ophthalmology and FRCS in Ophthalmology. His postgraduate training includes specialist experience in corneal and external eye diseases, cataract surgery and refractive corneal procedures. His international training background includes Moorfields Eye Hospital in London and the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Canada.
One of his principal areas of expertise is cataract surgery. Fortis Healthcare reports that he has performed more than 15,000 cataract operations, including sutureless cataract procedures. Cataract surgery involves removing the eye's cloudy natural lens and generally replacing it with an artificial intraocular lens. The surgical approach and lens choice depend on the patient's eye examination and visual requirements.
Corneal transplantation is another major area of Dr. Suresh's clinical practice. The cornea is the transparent front surface of the eye, and diseases affecting its clarity or structure can interfere with vision. Certain advanced corneal disorders may require transplantation using suitable donor tissue. His documented professional interests include corneal disease management, corneal transplantation and eye banking.
Dr. Suresh also has experience in laser refractive surgery, including LASIK, which may be considered for selected patients seeking correction of refractive errors. His ophthalmology practice additionally covers glaucoma and medical retinal conditions, including diabetic retinopathy. Evaluation involves eye examination, vision testing and appropriate imaging or other investigations depending on the diagnosis.
Patients experiencing reduced vision, cataracts, corneal disorders or other ophthalmic concerns can enquire about specialist evaluation with Dr. Suresh Palanisamy Shanmugam at Fortis Hospital Mulund, Mumbai. Treatment planning depends on the underlying eye condition, examination findings, individual medical factors and availability of the required procedure.
Sutureless cataract surgery removes the eye's cloudy natural lens through a small incision that often does not require stitches. The procedure generally includes implantation of an artificial intraocular lens to restore clearer vision. Suitability depends on cataract severity, eye health and the patient's individual visual needs.
Phacoemulsification is a commonly used cataract surgery technique in which ultrasound energy breaks the cloudy lens into small fragments for removal. An artificial intraocular lens is usually implanted afterward. The procedure is performed through a small incision, and recovery varies according to eye health and surgical factors.
Intraocular lens implantation involves placing an artificial lens inside the eye, most commonly after cataract removal. Different lens designs may be considered based on visual requirements, existing eye conditions and clinical suitability. Preoperative measurements help determine the appropriate lens power and support surgical planning.
Corneal transplantation replaces damaged or diseased corneal tissue with suitable donor tissue. It may be considered when corneal scarring, swelling or other advanced abnormalities significantly affect vision. Depending on the disease, transplantation may involve the full corneal thickness or selected layers. Long-term monitoring is important after surgery.
Penetrating keratoplasty is a full-thickness corneal transplant in which the affected cornea is replaced with donor tissue. It may be required for certain advanced corneal conditions that cannot be treated adequately with less extensive procedures. Recovery involves careful postoperative monitoring and management of possible rejection or other complications.
LASIK is a laser refractive surgery procedure designed to correct selected cases of nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism by reshaping the cornea. Preoperative evaluation includes assessing corneal thickness, refractive stability, tear function and overall eye health. Not every patient is suitable for LASIK, and alternatives may be recommended.
Refractive errors occur when light does not focus correctly on the retina, causing blurred vision. Common conditions include myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism. Assessment involves vision testing and refraction. Management may include spectacles, contact lenses or refractive surgery for suitable candidates after detailed examination.
Corneal diseases can affect the transparent front surface of the eye, producing blurred vision, discomfort, redness or sensitivity to light. Conditions may include infections, inherited abnormalities, scarring and corneal swelling. Evaluation uses specialised eye examination and investigations, with treatment selected according to the underlying diagnosis and severity.
External eye diseases affect structures such as the cornea, conjunctiva and eyelids. Symptoms may include redness, discharge, irritation, pain or visual disturbance. Assessment helps distinguish infection, inflammation, allergy and other causes. Treatment may involve medication, eye surface care or procedural intervention in selected cases.
Glaucoma is a group of eye disorders associated with progressive optic nerve damage and potential vision loss. Assessment includes measuring eye pressure, examining the optic nerve and testing visual fields when appropriate. Treatment may involve eye drops, laser procedures or surgery, depending on disease type and severity.
Diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes that damages small blood vessels in the retina. Early disease may cause no symptoms, making regular retinal examinations important. Evaluation can include dilated eye examination and retinal imaging. Treatment depends on severity and may involve retinal injections, laser treatment or specialist referral.
Medical retina care focuses on diagnosing and managing retinal diseases that may affect central or peripheral vision. Conditions can include diabetic retinal disease, macular abnormalities and certain retinal vascular disorders. Diagnosis may involve dilated examination, optical coherence tomography or retinal imaging. Treatment depends on the specific retinal condition.
A pterygium is a noncancerous growth of tissue from the conjunctiva onto the cornea. It may cause irritation, redness or blurred vision when it enlarges. Mild cases may be monitored or treated symptomatically, while surgery can be considered when vision or comfort is significantly affected.
Corneal infections can cause pain, redness, discharge, sensitivity to light and reduced vision. Prompt assessment is important because severe infections may threaten sight. Evaluation may involve slit-lamp examination and microbiological testing. Treatment depends on the suspected infectious organism and may include antimicrobial eye medicines or specialised procedures.
Eye banking involves collecting, evaluating, preserving and distributing donated corneal tissue for transplantation. Donor corneas undergo screening and suitability assessment before use. Dr. Suresh's professional interests include eye banking and corneal transplantation. Transplant eligibility and tissue availability depend on clinical and institutional requirements.
MBBS, MS (Ophthalmology), FRCS (Ophthalmology)
Sutureless Cataract Surgery, Cataract Evaluation, Phacoemulsification, Intraocular Lens Implantation, Corneal Transplantation, Keratoplasty, LASIK Eye Surgery, Refractive Error Correction, Corneal Disease Management, External Eye Disease Management, Glaucoma Assessment and Treatment, Diabetic Retinopathy Evaluation, Medical Retina Consultation, Pterygium Assessment and Surgery, Corneal Infection Evaluation, Eye Banking and Donor Cornea Assessment.
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Quick answers to common questions about Dr. Suresh Palanisamy Shanmugam
Dr. Suresh Palanisamy Shanmugam is a Senior Consultant Ophthalmologist at Fortis Hospital Mulund, Mumbai, specialising in cataract surgery, corneal transplantation and refractive surgery.
His qualifications include MS in Ophthalmology and FRCS in Ophthalmology. Supplementary sources also report an MBBS.
Fortis lists 30 years of experience, and supplementary medical sources report approximately the same figure.
Yes. Fortis reports that he has performed more than 15,000 cataract operations, including sutureless cataract procedures.
Yes. Corneal transplantation, corneal disorders and eye banking are documented areas of his clinical expertise.
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