the-eye-foundation-doctors

DOCTORS

The core value system of the hospital revolves around care without compromise.
Patient care comes first, as does excellence in eye care delivery

the-eye-foundation-nagavara-doctor-divyashree - Consultant Ophthalmologist & Phaco Surgeon

Dr. Divyashree M.

Consultant Ophthalmologist & Phaco Surgeon


Profile


Dr. Divyashree M. is a Consultant Ophthalmologist and Phaco Surgeon with specialized training in cataract surgery and comprehensive ophthalmic care.
 She has a special interest in cataract surgery and advanced phacoemulsification techniques, with experience in routine as well as complex cataract procedures. She is committed to providing safe, precise, and compassionate eye care, with a focus on achieving the best possible visual outcomes for her patients.

Areas of Expertise

  • Topical Phacoemulsification (Cataract Surgery)
  • Advanced Phacoemulsification Techniques
  • Secondary Intraocular Lens (IOL) Implantation
  • Pterygium Surgery under Topical Anaesthesia
  • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
  • YAG Laser Peripheral Iridotomy (YAG PI)

Professional & Academic Achievements

  • Honoured by the Government of Sierra Leone, West Africa, in May 2025, for her selfless contribution to restoring vision through cataract surgery and delivering eye care to underserved communities with limited access to healthcare.
  • Presented a Scientific Poster at the All India Ophthalmological Society (AIOS), Kolkata – 2024
  • Finalist in Surgical Video Presentation at KOS – 2023
  • Presented a Paper at the Hyde Park Session and an E-Poster at AIOS, Kochi – 2023
  • Awarded 4th place as Winner in the Ophthalmology Quiz at a Post graduate CME conducted by Aravind Eye Hospital, Coimbatore – January 2023
  • Presented scientific papers and posters at the Karnataka Ophthalmic Society, Hubballi, and Bangalore Ophthalmic Society, Bengaluru – 2022
  • Presented a scientific paper at the Karnataka Ophthalmic Society – 2021

Qualifications

Short-Term Fellowship in Phaco Surgery
Sankara Eye Hospital, Bengaluru - 2024

DNB – Ophthalmology
B.W. Lions Superspeciality Eye Hospital, Bengaluru  September 2020 – September 2023

MBBS – Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery
Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences, Mandya August 2011 – March 2017

Approach to Patient Care
Dr. Divyashree believes in combining surgical expertise, clinical precision, and compassionate patient care. She takes time to understand each patient’s concerns and explains their diagnosis and treatment options in a clear and reassuring manner. Her approach is centred on patient safety, evidence-based ophthalmic care, and helping patients regain and maintain clear vision.