Squint Treatment

Dr. PRAMOD KUMAR PANDEY

M.D. AIIMS

Work experience

Key area of interest

We at Tewari Eye Centre aim for “exceptional surgical excellence”

We believe in, “leave no stone unturned while planning a surgery” philosophy to achieve desired results.

Best squint surgeon in Delhi

Dr. PK Pandey is a highly skilled squint surgeon with over 30 years of experience in the field. He has completed his medical degree from AIIMS Delhi. He has conducted numerous successful surgeries for patients with squint, lazy eye, and other eye-related issues. He has also published several research papers in leading medical journals and has been honored with various awards for his contributions to the medical field. Dr. PK Pandey has a patient-centric approach and always strives to provide the best care to his patients.

Work Experience– Have been working as unit head since December 1997, managing a clinical unit of 30 beds as head of unit.

Extensive clinical, teaching, administrative and research experience of about 35 years as faculty member. I have specialized in strabismus, Neuro ophthalmology and cataract surgery. I have been performing on an average about 6 -10 cataract surgeries and 4 to 6 squint surgeries per OT, twice a week for almost 25 years. I have been managing complex strabismus and Neuro-ophthalmology cases over 35 years. I have extensive teaching experience of undergraduate, post graduate teaching of about 35 years. About 25 MS, Ophthalmology students have written thesis under me as thesis supervisor under Delhi University. Have been examiner for many universities and Delhi University for MBBS, MS degrees. Have been examiner for many years for DNB. Done accreditation for DNB. Made question banks for DNB.

Worked as assistant Professor at Lady Hardinge Medical college wef 3/12/85 till 24/9/86
Transferred to Guru Nanak Eye Centre, MAMC wef 24/9/86 as assistant professor, worked as assistant professor till 7/3/89.
Appointed as associate professor wef 8/3/89, worked till 2/12/93.
Appointed as Professor wef 3/12/93 worked as Professor till 30/10/2008
Appointed as Director Professor wef 30/10/2008 and worked till 30/9/2020.
Superannuated on 30/9/2020 on attaining age of 65 years.

Membership of scientific bodies, Awards- I am life member of AIOS, DOS and Strabismus and Pediatric Ophthalmology Society of India (SPOSI). I have been awarded AIOS, S D Athawale Award for best paper in Neuro-ophthalmology in 2009 and Dr. P.K Jain oration from the DOS in 2019. I have won inaugural Annual AIOS award for best letter to the Editor. Attended many national and international conferences, presented many FPs and chaired many sessions in strabismus and Neuro-ophthalmology. Presented many Instruction Courses for AIOS as Chief instructor / co instructor. Peer reviewed many manuscripts for the Indian Journal of Ophthalmology and other indexed Journals. I have worked as Editor, Strabismus and Pediatric Ophthalmology Society of India in the term 2017-20. In the present term 2020-2023, I am Secretary to the Strabismus and Pediatric Ophthalmology Society of India.

Frequently asked questions on squint treatment

What is the best age for squint surgery?

There is no ideal age limit for skin surgery. Usually is the squint surgery is being performed only for cosmetic reasons. It is usually done at 18 years or above. Although your eye doctor will assess and advise you if the surgery is required or not.

Can squint be corrected by medicines?

Many of the squint cases require just a proper cycloplegic, refraction and spectacles. Only after failure of this initial therapy is a surgery required or advised.

Is squint surgery risky?

Squint surgery is an extra ocular procedure and considered to be relatively safe. The primary aim of this surgery is cosmesis.

Does squint return after surgery?

Squint surgery readjusts your eye muscles to give you a straight vision and appearance. It is possible to develop a minor deviation in your eyes after 10 to 15 years. Repeat surgery may be required in certain cases.

Can squint be corrected after 30 years of age?

Yes, absolutely. Squint surgery can be performed at any age.

Can Ayurveda correct squint?

As per our current knowledge, there is no Ayurvedic medicine available to correct squint or prevent it from happening.

Which foods helps in squint treatment?

Antioxidants that are very important for eye care also help avoid squint like vitamin C-rich food - tangerines, oranges, tomatoes, lemons. Omega 3 fatty acid-rich foods reduce the risk of developing eye disease like salmons, sardines, tunas, etc.

Is squint genetic in nature?

Although most of the cases are because of refractive error. Genetic Association is also a major risk factor. However, there is no genetic testing available at present to determine if a child of squinting parents will develop squint or not.