Unusual Case: 60-Year-Old Patient Presents with Dirofilaria Worm in Eye at The Eye Foundation, Malappuram
Unusual Case: 60-Year-Old Patient Presents with Dirofilaria Worm in Eye at The Eye Foundation, Malappuram
A 60-year-old patient had come with a headache and swelling in the eye to The Eye Foundation, Malappuram. Upon examination, by senior DR.R .Rohith a live worm of 20cm length (DIROFILARIA) was found and removed from the patient’s eye.
Dr. Chitra Ramamurthy received the Dr. S.S. Badrinath Medal of Honour 2025 at the 72nd Annual Conference of the Tamilnadu Ophthalmic Association for her exceptional contributions to ophthalmology.
Dr. Shreesh Kumar of The Eye Foundation, Coimbatore, has been honored with the Gold Medal and MN Endowment Award by the Tamil Nadu Ophthalmic Association.
The Eye Foundation inaugurated its 25th branch in Vadapalani, Chennai on 6th July 2025, marking a major milestone in expanding quality eye care services.
