Dr Umashankar Ramachandran
Ophthalmologist
Ophthalmologist
Dubai
20 years of experience
Verified profile
Ophthalmologist
Dubai
20 years of experience
Verified profile
Patient Trust Score
4.95
7 patient reviews
8 recommendations for:
About
Dr Umashankar has vast experience in the field of ophthalmology, with over 14000 procedures performed during his 25 years of practice. He is a highly skilled surgeon, having graduated and completed post-graduation from Madras Medical College - one of India's most reputable medical institutions. In addition, he has been the Medical Director at Bhagwan Mahaveer Eye Hospital in Chennai, India, and Vasan EyeCare Dubai.
He has extensive experience in anterior segment, oculoplasty and paediatric ophthalmology from his Fellowship training at Sankara Nethralaya, one of India's largest tertiary eye care centres. He also trained in UK hospitals including Leicester Royal Infirmary and Burnley General Hospital.
Currently based at Aloka Eye Clinic, he specialises in the following:
- Phacoemulsification (topical) with Monofocal, Multifocal & Toric IOL
- Lasik, Phakic IOL (ICL), Refractive lens exchange
- Keratoconus Management (Collagen cross-linking)
- Oculoplasty & Trauma Surgeries
- Glaucoma Surgeries (Trabeculectomy+ologen Implants)
- Pterygium + Conjunctival autograft + Glue
- Laser / External DCR
Dr Umashankar holds the Diplomate of the National Board of Examination (DNB) and Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS).
Areas of expertise
Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals
- Cataract Surgery (88%)
- Cataracts (13%)
All conditions and treatments
- Cataract Surgery
- Cataracts
- Blocked Tear Duct Surgery (NLDO)
- Complex Cataract Surgery
- Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
- Glaucoma
- Glaucoma Surgeries
- Intravitreal Injection
- Keratoconus
- Laser Eye Surgery
Registered with
Dubai Health Authority
00007097
Qualifications
D.O(Diploma in Opthalmology Dr M G R Medical University )- 1997
D.N.B(National Acadamy of Medical Sciences )- 2001
FRCS(Glasgow,UK) 2003
MBA(health care)
languages spoken
- Telugu
- Tamil
- Malayalam
- Hindi
- English
consultation fees
- New appointment: د.إ450
insurers
- Metlife
Location
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Reviews
7 reviews
5
Extremely professional , friendly staff and. Helpful , Comfortable clinic indeed ! Hats off to Dr . Uma did a great job and am happy and great full for making my surgery so easy and enjoyed every bit of the process and the care that was rendered to me was exceptional ! Job well done ! My Best wishes Regards
4.5
Very nice treatment received and explained very well about the case
5
I am very much happy for his service And he is one of the best Dr. I have eve met
5
I had cataract surgery one month bank and operated by Dr Umashankar and I am extremely happy with the treatment and now vision is very good . The surgery and post operative treatment by the doctor is amazing and i am extremely satisfied . I strongly recommend the Doctor for the cataract surgery and any eye treatment .
5
Dr. Umashankar is well experienced and professional eye surgeon. He has a very friendly and pleasant mannerism . He makes the patient feel at ease with his assuring chats. He is very particular about the cleanliness of the clinic facility and using high standard materials. He shows lot of compassion towards the difficulties / problems that patients may have. I wish him all the best in his career and personal life .
5
Dr Uma listened to me , my concerns with full patience, provided comfort and support through out my procedures, (Dr Uma did my ICL removal and catract surgery recently ).Dr talks to us in a way which is easy to understand and any time reachable 24/7/365 In short a Dr with good compassion and empathy.
5
Dr.Umashankar has done my Cataract procedure on 16th January 2023. He is a professional and well-experienced doctor. I like the whole supporting staff of Aloka. Wonderful teamwork, thanks to treat me and accept all my tantrums. Best wishes
FAQ
What are Dr Umashankar Ramachandran's reviews like?
Dr Umashankar Ramachandran's overall patient rating is 4.95 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 7 reviews
What languages does Dr Umashankar Ramachandran speak?
Dr Umashankar Ramachandran speaks Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Hindi and English
Where is Dr Umashankar Ramachandran located?
Dr Umashankar Ramachandran primarily practices at Aloka Eye Clinic and Day Surgery Center, located at Al Raffa C Building, Ground Floor Shop - شارع _٣ -أ - Al Mankhool, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Dr Umashankar Ramachandran generally accepts new patients.
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