Dr. Rachana Shivaram
Chief of Medical ServicesConsultant - Phaco-refractive Surgery
Dr. Rachana has completed her basic medical education from the prestigious Bangalore Medical College and her postgraduate training in Ophthalmology from the Regional Institute of Ophthalmology, Minto Ophthalmic Hospital affiliated to Bangalore Medical College, where she was amongst the top 10 rank holders in the University exams. She has further undergone surgical training during her Fellowship in Phaco-refractive surgery at BW Lions Superspeciality Eye Hospital in Bangalore. She has also received FICO by the International Council Of Ophthalmology. Her area of interest is in the field of cataract surgery and oculoplasty, and she is passionate about surgical training and education of budding Ophthalmologists and fellows. She has presented papers at various conferences and has publications in peer-reviewed journals
Dr. Surabhi
ConsultantGeneral Ophthalmology
Dr Surabhi has completed her MBBS from AIMS, BG Nagara after which she went on to pursue her post graduation DOMS from MMC Mysore. Then she worked as an Ophthalmology Consultant at Honnavara Government Hospital for 1 year. Later on she completed her DNB from the premium legendary eye care institute Prabha Eye Clinic, Bangalore and Senior Residency from BGSMCH Nagarur. She has also completed her fellowship in Neuro-ophthalmology from the World Headache Society. Overall she has more than 6 years of experience in Ophthalmology. Her passion for General Ophthalmology brings out her best in diagnosing various Ophthalmic conditions, performing surgeries and in Community Ophthalmology work.
Dr. Monica Nayyar
Cataract and Medical Retina SpecialistDr. Monica Nayyar is a Cataract and Medical Retina Specialist at Saradev Eye Hospital, Bengaluru. She completed her MBBS from Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences, Maharashtra, followed by an MS in Ophthalmology (Gold Medalist) from D.Y. Patil Institute, Kolhapur. She further pursued a long-term fellowship in Anterior Segment and Advanced Phacoemulsification at DD Eye Institute, Rajasthan, and a fellowship in Medical Retina at Nethradhama Super Speciality Eye Hospital, Bengaluru.
Her areas of expertise include phacoemulsification cataract surgery, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusions, age-related macular degeneration, retinal laser procedures, intravitreal injections, and pterygium management. She is committed to providing evidence-based, patient-centred care with a focus on achieving the best possible visual outcomes.
Dr. Nayyar is a lifetime member of the All India Ophthalmological Society (AIOS) and the Delhi Ophthalmological Society (DOS). She has presented scientific papers at national conferences and actively keeps herself updated with the latest advances in ophthalmology.
Known for her compassionate approach, meticulous surgical skills, and clear communication, Dr. Nayyar is dedicated to delivering high-quality cataract and retinal care while helping patients preserve and restore their vision.
Dr. Sonali Rao
Senior visiting ConsultantPaediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismologist
Dr Sonali Rao is a leading pediatric ophthalmologist and strabismologist practicing in Bangalore. She has completed her MBBS from Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences and post graduation in ophthalmology from SDM College of medical sciences, Dharwad where she secured 3 rd rank in the University of RGUHS. She subsequently completed her fellowship in pediatric ophthalmology from Narayana Nethralaya along with short term fellowship in phacoemulsification from Sankara Eye Foundation. She also completed her FRCS (UK) from Royal College of surgeons at Glasgow. She has over 10 years of experience in the field of pediatric and adult squints, complex squints, pediatric ptosis correction, handling of pediatric cataract, neuroopthalmology and cataracts. She has presented in various conferences and has won best paper in pediatric ophthalmology at All India Ophthalmology Conference in 2022. She has various publications in leading journals to her name.
