A Legacy of Excellence: MMJ and Its Eye Care Services

M.M. Joshi Eye Institute also known as “Padma Nayanalaya”, is one of the largest and exclusive ophthalmic super-speciality eye hospitals in North Karnataka. It has been a leading provider of advanced eye care since its foundation in 1967 by Dr. M. M. Joshi. It is a major referral centre for North Karnataka, Goa, Southern Maharashtra, and the neighbouring state of Andhra Pradesh. The state-of-the-art ophthalmology hospital also serves as a postgraduate training institute and embodies advancements in the field.

Spread across a 40,000-square-foot, five-story building with 75 beds equipped with modern technology the hospital emphasises comprehensive eye care, education, community services, and eye banking.

Achievements of MM Joshi Eye Care Institute

With the vision of providing healthy vision to all, the MM Joshi Eye Hospital has been rendering its eye services in the rural areas of Karnataka through free Eye Camps. More than 1500 Free Eye Camps have been held to date, with over 13,00,000 patients examined and 3,00,000 cataract cases operated on using Micro Surgical IOL implants.

The hospital is an integral part of the VISION – 2020 – Right to the Sight, ‘WHO’ project of the Government of India. Furthermore, the trust has been conducting lectures in colleges, schools, and community services to address the eye problems that arise out of the conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and bursting myths about eye donation.

Some of the achievements of the MM Joshi Eye Institute are as follows:

• In 2016, Dr A. S. Guruprasad won the award in San Francisco, 34th ASRS Conference.
• For the years 2017-2023, Dr Shrinivas M. Joshi won the award in Boston, in the 35th-37th ASRS Conferences.
• The hospital has conducted more than 1500 Free Eye Camps and 3,00,000 cataract surgeries using Micro Surgical IOL implants in the last 53 years.
• Dr Shrinivas M. Joshi has published his work in the Challenge the Masters’ session on Macular Holes and was also a co-instructor in two Instruction Courses.
• Organise the program ‘Madhumeha Samvada’ to create awareness of diabetes in our eyes.

Eye Care Services Available at MM Joshi Eye Hospital

MM Joshi Eye Hospital offers a wide range of services, incorporating cutting-edge technology to cater to patients and ensure they receive the best possible eye care. The services offered include:

1. 1. Cataract Treatment
      • Cataract is the most common surgery conducted worldwide. Expert surgeons are required for the surgery as any kind of negligence can cause the loss of vision. At MMJ we treat cataract with the most advanced technology called phacoemulsification which is a painless, stitchless, and effective treatment for cataract.
      • In addition, we also offer Robotic Cataract Surgery, a blade-free femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery and an innovation in cataract surgery.
      • We also provide a wide range of Implantable foldable IOL and cataract surgery with the latest technology lenses like EDOF and trifocals which provide a good reading range.
   2. Vitreoretinal Services
      • • The vitreoretinal department of the hospital is one of the oldest departments in the state. The department is equipped with state-of-the-art and ultra-modern high-end equipment. Some of the common problems in the retina are AMD, Diabetic retinopathy, hypertensive retinopathy, retinal detachment, and retinopathy of prematurity. The services offered by the department are…

Patient Success Stories At MM Joshi Eye Institute

We have a list of thousands of satisfied patients who are served with the best service and are delighted with the hospitality of the hospital. Here we are listing a few stories of happy patients.

• • Sudarshan Jadi: Sudarshan’s mother was diagnosed with cataract in both eyes. He was delighted with the hospital services and the behaviour of the surgeon and the staff member…
  • Atul Prabhu: He visited for trans-PRK laser treatment and was very happy with the pre and post-surgery support offered by the hospital staff and surgeon…

Technological Advancements in Eye Care

MM Joshi Eye Hospital is not only a hospital we are also an educational centre that offers courses such as long-term and short-term fellowships, a B.Sc. in Optometry, and a diploma in Ophthalmic Technology (DOT) for aspiring eye professionals.

We are equipped with the latest and advanced technologies in the eye treatment. The experts at the hospital are well-versed in the implementation of these techniques. We are committed to providing sustainable treatments for the welfare of human beings and society.

Where to Locate Us

We have seven centres across Karnataka to provide good eye health in the state. You can easily find us at:

Conclusion

MM Joshi Eye Institute is a renowned eye hospital in Karnataka offering a wide range of eye care facilities. The hospital is equipped with the latest and most advanced technologies to impart the best eye care facilities for eye patients. With this team of experts, we are committed to serving the best eye-care facilities for the welfare of society and the nation.