I am from Pune and will be going to Mumbai as I hear they have some fo the best doctors there. I have an eye problem for which I require to see an eye specialist, I would like to find out which is the best eye hospital in Mumbai.
Hello, @Narender, welcome to the forum! Overview The eyes are the windows to the souls and therefore, we must make sure that we do everything to take care of it. Preventive eye care could save one from minor or major vision problems that sometimes, could lead to eye defects or eye diseases. Unfortunately, not so many people go to the ophthalmologist for a more comprehensive eye check-up which could potentially save their eyes from various conditions that lead to blindness. For others, even a simple eye check-up can give them the appropriate prescription glasses or give them a descriptive health condition of their eyesight. For those wondering about the best eye hospitals in the city of Mumbai, you can refer to the guide below. With the latest technologies and most caring ophthalmologists, you're in better hands with these eye hospitals. Best Eye Hospitals in Mumbai 1. Tandon Multi specialty Eye Hospital - The Tandon Multi specialty Eye Hospital was founded in 2007 by Doctor AK Tandon. Doctor AK Tandon completed both his Bachelor of Medicine and Master of Surgery in Ophthalmology in the Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Memorial Medical College in Kanpur. Further, he obtained his fellowship for cornea and external eye specifics in the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, located in Boston in the USA. Before establishing the Tandon Multispecialty Eye Hospital, he worked and gained experience in the Bombay Hospital. Now, he has earned the respect and loyalty of many patients in and around Andheri West in Mumbai. With over 32 years of experience, Doctor AK Tandon provides efficient services, always with a smile. He tries to explain the details of a specific eye diseases in layman's terms so as to help the patient understand it more easily. He has expertise in numerous eye operations and also in eye check-ups and general eye infections. The Tandon Multi specialty Eye Hospital then begun as a small clinic but now has facilities for operation and recovery, making it a full-pledged eye hospital. Some of the most popular services provided for by the eye hospital are cataract surgery, LASIK eye surgery, squint correction, botox surgery and other refractive procedures. Along with the Doctor AK Tandon is Doctor Swathi, a consultant ophthalmologist that can help in identifying various eye conditions and minor operations. Head Ophthalmologist - Doctor AK Tandon Schedule - 11:30 to 20:15 (Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays, Break from 13:30 to 17:30) & 17:30 to 20:15 (Fridays) Address - No. 104 1st Floor Kanchan Ganga Building, Four Bungalow JP Road, Andheri West, Mumbai - 400053, Next To Gurudwara, Maharashtra India Contact Number - +91 22 6576 5361 Tandon Multispecialty Eye Hospital (Image from Sabkhoj) 2. Arohi Eye Hospital - The Arohi Eye Hospital is located in Andheri West in Mumbai. It was established in 2010 by Doctor Shradha Goel who completed her Bachelor of Medicine degree from the Grant Government Medical College in Mumbai. She then obtained her Master of Surgery for Ophthalmology from the Kasturba Medical College in Manipal. She also completed her clerkship in one of the premier eye hospitals in the Boston area, the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. Her areas of expertise are cataract surgery and LASIK eye surgery. However, she also conducts for treatments for diseases like chalazion, eye allergies and more. As for the Arohi Eye Hospital, it is a fully equipped and modern eye hospital that can cater to the needs of every eye patient. Even famous actors like Annu Kapoor, Sonu Sood and Raju Shrivastav reach the Arohi Eye Hospital for their general eye check-up and needs. But aside from the all-star celebrity list, even locals of Mumbai have high regards and praises for the eye hospital and its head ophthalmologist. The care given to patients, from the reception, to the nurses and other personnel, are top notch. Doctor Shradha Goel is a very patient and helpful physician too, guiding the patients before the operation, during the operation and even after the operation. Head Ophthalmologist - Doctor Shradha Goel Schedule - 10:00 to 20:00 (Mondays to Fridays, Break from 14:00 to 18:00) & 10:00 to 19:00 (Saturdays, Break from 13:00 to 17:00) Address - No. 103 Samarth Vaibhav, Oshiwara, Andheri West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400053, India Contact Number - +91 22 2636 3501 3. Eye Solutions - In 2016, Eye Solutions opened its second branch in Kandivali, a suburban area in the northern part of Mumbai. This just goes to show that the eye hospital has expanded due to the trust and loyalty of locals from the city to the eye hospital. The best feature of this eye hospital, Eye Solutions, is that they have various specialists that can cater to the specific eye needs or problems of the patient. There's Doctor Deepak Garg, the head ophthalmologist who established the eye hospital in 2008. He obtained his Bachelor of Medicine from the Bombay University and later obtained his specialisation in Paediatric Ophthalmology in the Sankara Nethralaya. He specialises in the treatment of various eye infections in both adults and children. Doctor Rajul Parikh is their resident Glaucoma specialist, who graduated from the Christian Medical College and Hospital for his Master of Surgery in Ophthalmology. The eye hospital has many cataract specialists, Doctor Freya Yao, Doctor Svetlana Tochniwal and Doctor Urmi Shah. Consultants like Doctor Hijab Mehta, Doctor Shashi Kapoor and Doctor Hitendra Mehta have expertise in various conditions related to specific areas of the eye. As such, in just one hospital, you have a line of experts that can help you with regards to the specific condition you're suffering from. Further, the eye hospital has an in-house consulting centre, operating centre and recovery centre. Both branches can exchange for the medical data of the patients too so you can visit either which is closer to you at a specific time. Head Ophthalmologist - Doctor Deepak Garg Schedule - 15:00 to 17:45 (Mondays to Saturdays) Address - No. 151 D, August Kranti Marg, Opposite Gangar Eye Nation, Behind Vithal Court, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400036, India Contact Number - +91 22 2361 2888 Eye Solutions (Image from Eye Solutions Website) 4. Ojas Eye Hospital - The Ojas Eye Hospital was founded in 1987 by Doctor Niteen Dedhia. He obtained his Bachelor of Medicine and Master of Surgery in Ophthalmology from the Topiwala National Medical College in Mumbai. He further strengthened his expertise by undergoing trainings in Germany and Singapore, mostly in the areas of cataract surgery and LASIK surgery. As of now, he is the head medical director and ophthalmologist of the Ojas Eye Hospital. This eye hospital has conducted various firsts in the field of ophthalmology, like conducting the first ever Phakic Intraocular Lens Implantation in India or even conducting the first 3D Retina Surgery in India. With a team of expert ophthalmologists and optometrists, the eye hospital can cater to the eye needs of any patient, in and out of Mumbai. Doctor Rahul Mahajan is the hospital's expert on refractive surgery specifically related to the cornea. He graduated from the Maharashtra University Of Health Sciences in Nashik and continued his Diplomate of National Board in Sankara Eye Care Institution in Coimbatore. Other ophthalmologists in the hospital are Doctor Deepa Nebhani and Doctor Anil Yadav. The hospital conducts treatments for eye diseases like glaucoma, cataract and other retinal related illnesses. With over three decades of experience under it, the Ojas Eye Hospital is a renowned name when it comes to ophthalmology and to this date, the physicians here have conducted around 100,000 operations for patients. Head Ophthalmologist - Doctor Niteen Dedhia Schedule - 8:00 to 20:00 (Monday to Saturdays) Address - Ground Floor Roseland Building, Opposite National College, Junction of Linking Road and 180 Waterfield Road, Bandra West, Mumbai India, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400050, India Contact Number - +91 98 2103 0290 5. Sahu Eye Hospital - The Sahu Eye Hospital was founded by Doctor Amulya Sahu in 1979. It started out as a small clinic in the Marve Road and has now branched out into two more branches in Jamuna Link Road and Kandivali. Doctor Amulya Sahu graduated from the Shrirama Chandra Bhanj Medical College in Cuttack and further obtained his specialisation in Ophthalmology from the Grant Government Medical College in Mumbai. As of now though, the head ophthalmologist of the hospital is Doctor Chinmaya Sehu. He obtained his Bachelor of Medicine degree from the Topiwala National Medical College and later obtained various trainings and fellowships in other prestige hospitals of India. Whether you just want a general eye check-up, or maybe you want to undergo LASIK eye surgery, Doctor Chinmaya Sehu showcases his expertise in the form of patience and understanding. He doesn't rush into the diagnosis procedure and makes sure that the patient feels comfortable all through the consultation and procedure. He had conducted hundreds of vitrectomies, thousands of laser treatment proceeders and treated hundreds of cataract patients over his 12 years of experience as an ophthalmologist. Thus, the eye hospital in itself has adept medical facilities for treating various eye illnesses. Modern equipments like Zeiss Microscope, Laser Machine, Vitrectomy Machine and specialty contact lens facilities are all available in the hospital. Head Ophthalmologist - Doctor Chinmaya Sehu Schedule - 12:30 to 17:00 (Mondays and Wednesdays), 17:30 to 20:00 (Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays) & 11:30 to 18:00 (Saturdays) Address - 1st Floor, Almar Arcade, Marve Road, Orlem, Near Orlem Market, Malad West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400064, India Contact Number - +91 22 2866 4400 6. Orbit Eye Hospital - The Orbit Eye Hospital was recognised by the Reader's Digest as 1 of the Top 10 Most Trusted Eye Hospitals in Mumbai in 2016. This award recognises the services and facilities offered by the Orbit Eye Hospital in the Jogeshwari West locality of Mumbai. The award was designated after a survey was conducted in the city, which means the locals also recognise the contributions of the eye hospital to the city. The hospital was founded in 2006 by Doctor Amjad Furniturewala. A graduate of the Karamshi Jethabhai Somaiya Medical College in Mumbai, he further obtained his Master of Surgery from the same university. He specialises LASIK eye surgery and also cataract surgery, as well as general eye check-ups. The hospital has various state of the art facilities like AMARIS Laser, Carriazo-Pendular Microkeratome, Infiniti Vision System and Zeiss Microscope. Cleanliness and hygiene are all maintained in the hospital too ensuring the health and overall welfare of the patients. The hospital itself is a 25-bedded infrastructure with facilities for parking, emergency and more. Head Ophthalmologist - Doctor Amjad Furniturewala Schedule - 16:00 to 18:30 (Mondays to Fridays) & 16:00 to 17:30 (Saturdays) Address - 1st Floor, Aftab Classic, Opposite City Hospital, SV Road, Jogeshwari West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400102, India Contact Number - +91 22 2677 3600 Orbit Eye Hospital (Image from Orbit Eye Hospital Website) 7. Kenia Eye Hospital - The Kenia Eye Hospital was founded by Doctor Vaishal Kenia over 15 years ago. Doctor Vaishal Kenia obtained his Bachelor of Medicine degree from the Topiwala National Medical College in Mumbai and later specialised in Ophthalmology in the same college. He also underwent trainings in both Germany and the USA. With the establishment of the Kenia Eye Hospital, he was able to lend his expertise and help the locals of Mumbai suffering from eye diseases. He specialises in treatments of diseases like glaucoma, cataract and keratoconus. Another consultant in the hospital is Doctor Bappat Siddesh, who graduated from the JM Hospital in Mumbai. He obtained his Master of Surgery in Ophthalmology from the Civil Hospital in Rajkot as well. The Kenia Eye Hospital has various subspecialty clinics for cataract, glaucoma, keratoconus, ocuplasty and refractive surgery. Modern equipments like Keratometer, Pachymeter, Pentacam and Retinal Laser are all available in the hospital as well. Head Ophthalmologist - Doctor Vaishal Kenia Schedule - 10:00 to 20:00 (Mondays to Saturdays, Break from 13:00 to 16:30) Address - 1st Floor, SV Road, Next to Milan Mall, Milan Subway, Rizvi Nagar, Santacruz West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400054, India Contact Number - +91 22 2614 4013 8. Rushabh Eye Hospital - The Rushabh Eye Hospital was founded by Doctor Jayant Shah, one of the first leading ophthalmologists who initialised the Phacoemulsification treatment for cataract. As of now, the hospital is being managed by his daughter, Doctor Savita Shah, who graduated from the Grant Government Medical College in Mumbai. She later trained in Japan for the same Phacoemulsification treatment that her father pioneered in. There are also other specialists in the hospital, Doctor Rekha Jhamnani (Glaucoma), Doctor Sameer Sawant (Retinal Diseases), Doctor Suvira Jain (Corneal Diseases), Doctor Roshani Desai (Paediatric Ophthalmology) and Doctor Kruti Mody (Oculoplasty). For patients who are afraid of pain or surgeries, the Rushabh Eye Hospital can provide for painless surgeries suitable for the pain tolerance of patients. Since the hospital has various subspecialty clinics, you can also be assured that you are getting an expert depending on the type of eye condition you're suffering from. Head Ophthalmologist - Doctor Savita Shah Schedule - 10:00 to 19:00 (Mondays to Saturdays) Address - Near Ambedkar Garden, Road Number 18, Chembur East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400071, India Contact Number - +91 22 2528 8623 9. CEDS Eye Hospital - CEDS stands for Centre for Eye Diagnostics and Surgery, a Mumbai-based eye hospital offering various treatments and facilities for eye disease patients. The eye hospital is lead by Doctor Ryan D Souza who specialises in cataract surgeries and LASIK eye surgeries. He has over 17 years of experience and is known for his thorough diagnostic process and patience with explaining procedures to the patients. There's also Doctor Nishikant Borse who graduated both for his Bachelor of Medicine and Master of Surgery in Ophthalmology from the Grant Government Medical College in Mumbai. Award-winning ophthalmologist Doctor Jatin Ashar, a graduate of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in Delhi, also lends some time in the clinic. He mainly specialises in corneal-related treatments and surgeries. The hospital has extensive facilities covering general eye check-ups, corneal disease diagnosis, cataract disease diagnosis and complicated eye surgery procedures. They are one of the few institutes in Mumbai which has an Alcon Infiniti Phacoemulsification Vision System, the most modern cataract surgery equipment as of today. Head Ophthalmologist - Doctor Ryan D Souza Schedule - 16:00 to 20:00 (Mondays to Wednesdays plus Fridays) & 10:00 to 14:00 (Thursdays and Saturdays) Address - No. 4, Hilton, 35-A, First Floor, Hill Road, Bandra West, Opposite Eleco Arcade Shopping Centre, Near Globus Cinema and Reliance Trends, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400050, India Contact Number - +91 98 2011 1022 CEDS Eye Hospital (Image from CEDS Eye Hospital Website)Conclusion These are the best eye hospitals in Mumbai along with the head ophthalmologist of each institution. Each hospital has their own sets of consultants that can cater to the specific needs or disease of the patient. What makes for a worthy eye hospital though? Aside from the expert physicians, the hospital should also have world-class facilities and caring personnel. Fortunately, these hospitals mentioned above fit such criteria and more, which is why they gained their respective spots on this list. I hope this helps you!
