Ophthalmic Surgeon
Performs microsurgical procedures to treat eye diseases, restore vision, and manage ocular emergencies.
Career Overview
Growth Outlook: HighOphthalmic Surgeons treat cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases, corneal disorders, ocular trauma, and tumors. They perform cataract extraction, retinal surgery, corneal grafting, laser procedures, and eyelid reconstruction. The specialty demands exceptional fine-motor control, precision, and visual–spatial ability. They collaborate with optometrists and neurologists.
Top Skills
- Microsurgery
- Laser surgery
- Retinal imaging interpretation
- Ocular diagnostics
- Precision hand skills
Education Pathway
- 12th Science
- MBBS
- MS Ophthalmology
Suggested UG Degrees
- MBBS
PG / Advancement Options
- Fellowships VR/Cornea/Glaucoma
Also Known As
- Eye Surgeon
- Cataract Surgeon
- Vitreo-Retinal Surgeon
- Corneal Surgeon