Overview

Department of Ophthalmology, School of Medical Sciences and Research,Sharda Hospital,Sharda University is organizing awareness and screening camps on the occasion of “World Glaucoma Awareness week” from 09^th March to 16^th March 2025.

Glaucoma is a term used to describe a group of diseases of the eye characterized by progressive and irreversible damage to the optic nerve (nerve of the eye responsible for vision) and if untreated can lead to irreversible blindness. Glaucoma is a silent thief of sight.

In India, Glaucoma is the leading cause of irreversible blindness and more than 90% of cases remain undiagnosed in the community. Early detection is the key to slowing progression of Glaucoma for which regular eye tests are the only way to detect the ‘Symptomless’ Glaucoma. At a later stage, it becomes irreversible and results in permanent blindness.

Objectives of Event

• To create mass public awareness about Glaucoma
• To motivate people to get regular eye checkup and glaucoma screening especially those who are 40 years and above

Convener Details

• Dr. Nirupma Gupta- Dean, School of Medical Sciences and Research, Sharda University
• Dr. Ram Murti Sharma – Medical Superintendent, Sharda Hospital, Greater Noida

 Co-Convener:

• Dr.(Brig) Poninder K. Dogra Professor  & Head, Department of Ophthalmology, School of Medical Sciences and Research

Co-ordinators:

• Dr. Abha Gahlot, Professor, Department of Ophthalmology,School of Medical Sciences and Research
• Dr. Divya Singh, Associate Professor, Department of Ophthalmology,School of Medical Sciences and Research
• Dr. Charu Malik, Assistant Professor, Department of Ophthalmology,School of Medical Sciences and Research
• Dr. Pooja Singh, Assistant Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, School of Medical Sciences and Research

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