Senior retina surgeon & ophthalmologist
MBBS, MS, FMRF (Sankara Nethralaya, Chennai)
Director of Chawla's Vision Care with more than 36 years of ophthalmology experience in diabetic retinopathy, retinal laser and complex vitreo-retinal care.
Quick answer
Dr. Gajendra Chawla is a senior retina surgeon and ophthalmologist in Bhopal. He holds MBBS, MS and FMRF qualifications, completed vitreo-retinal fellowship training at Sankara Nethralaya, Chennai, and has more than 36 years of ophthalmology experience. Patients consult him for diabetic retinal disease, retinal detachment, laser treatment, macular conditions, ROP, vitreo-retinal surgery opinions and cataract care.
Profile and clinical role
Dr. Gajendra Chawla is the Director of Chawla's Vision Care and Diabetic Eye Clinic, formerly Vision Care & Research Centre. His work in Bhopal spans medical retina, retinal laser and vitreo-retinal surgery, with particular experience in diabetic eye disease and retinopathy of prematurity.
There is no single doctor who is universally best for every eye condition. Patients comparing retina specialists should consider formal retina training, experience with the diagnosed condition, access to imaging and procedures, communication, follow-up and whether urgent problems can be assessed promptly.
Explore Dr. Gajendra Chawla's research and publications, meet the complete Chawla's Vision Care doctor team, or view Dr. Aashul Chawla's vitreo-retina profile.
Training and experience
Completed postgraduate ophthalmology training at Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal.
Completed a two-year fellowship in vitreo-retinal surgery at Sankara Nethralaya, Chennai.
Served as a Vitreo-Retinal Consultant at Venu Eye Institute, New Delhi, and as an ex-consultant at Sankara Nethralaya, Chennai.
Joined Bhopal Eye Hospital and helped establish retina surgery and retinal laser services in the city.
Established the clinic and became Founder Chairman of NGO Vision Academy in 2008, supporting eye-care awareness and outreach.
Former President of the Bhopal Divisional Ophthalmic Society and President of the MP State Ophthalmic Society for 2024-2025.
Awards and professional recognition
The gallery includes awards conferred directly on Dr. Gajendra Chawla together with clearly labelled professional, publication-team, community and media recognition.
March 2026 | Honorary fellowship | Jaipur
The All India Ophthalmological Society conferred the Honorary Fellowship of the All India Collegium of Ophthalmology on Dr. Gajendra Chawla in recognition of his career and contributions to Retina and Vitreous.
2026 | Healthcare achievement
Presented to Dr. Gajendra Chawla by the MP Nursing Home Association, Bhopal Branch, at its Annual Day on 5 April 2026.
2025 | Ophthalmic society leadership
Dr. Chawla received the All India Ophthalmological Society President's Trophy on behalf of the MP State Ophthalmic Society for its scientific and educational work during 2024-2025.
2025 | Service to ophthalmology
Conferred by Shri Sadguru Seva Sangh Trust at Sadguru Conclave - Acuity 2025 in recognition of service to Indian ophthalmology.
2025 | Medical excellence
The 2025 certificate and plaque presented by Anadi TV recognise Dr. Gajendra Chawla as Best Eye Specialist.
2023 | Scientific contribution
Presented at IIRSI Gwalior 2023 in appreciation of Dr. Chawla's scientific contribution to the conference.
2025 | Professional leadership
Presented in recognition of Dr. Chawla's presidency and significant contribution to Bhopal Divisional Ophthalmic Society activities during 2022-2024.
2024 | Retina education
Certificate of Appreciation for conducting a skill transfer workshop at the 33rd Vitreo-Retinal Society - India Annual Conference in Guwahati.
2022 | Healthcare contribution
The certificate and presentation photograph recognise Dr. Gajendra Chawla's contribution to ophthalmology at the 2022 healthcare awards.
2022 | Publication-team recognition
Presented to the authors of the COSMIC Report 1 publication, recognised as one of the Indian Journal of Ophthalmology's best publications of 2021.
2019 | Medical service
Recognition presented in Bhopal for Dr. Chawla's medical service and professional contribution to ophthalmology.
2015 | Academic faculty
Awarded to Dr. Gajendra Chawla as State Faculty at the 39th Annual Conference of the MP State Ophthalmic Society in Ujjain.
Community acknowledgement
An acknowledgement records a tree gifted in Dr. Chawla's name in support of the Cauvery Calling river-revitalisation initiative.
2022 | Public eye-health feature
The feature carried Dr. Chawla's eye-health message encouraging regular examinations and prevention of avoidable blindness.
2020 | International recognition
Named by the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness for the project "War against diabetic blindness in Central India," representing Vision Academy - The Socio Medical Society, Samiti.
View the official IAPB announcement1992 | Conference recognition
Recognition at the All India Ophthalmological Conference in Jaipur for the poster "Malignant Melanoma in a 32-year-old Adult."
View supporting professional recordResearch and publications
Explore direct journal authorship, multi-centre diabetic eye research, academic presentations and selected professional recognition.
Clinical expertise
The correct plan depends on examination and imaging. Care may involve monitoring, systemic risk-factor control, injections, retinal laser, surgery or coordination with another eye specialist.
Assessment and treatment planning for retinal bleeding, swelling, abnormal vessels and traction related to diabetes.
View diabetic retina careUrgent evaluation of flashes, new floaters, curtain-like shadows and sudden vision loss that may indicate a retinal tear or detachment.
Read urgent warning signsSpecialist review for macular degeneration, macular edema, epiretinal membrane, macular hole and distorted central vision.
Explore macular treatmentScreening and specialist management for premature babies at risk of ROP, coordinated according to the infant's retinal findings.
View the ROP clinicLaser planning for selected diabetic retinal disease, retinal tears and retinal vascular conditions when clinically indicated.
Understand laser treatment and costSurgical opinions for retinal detachment, non-clearing vitreous bleeding, traction and selected macular or complex retinal conditions.
View retina servicesDiagnostic and treatment scope
Dilated assessment connects symptoms with the retina, macula, vitreous and optic nerve findings.
Imaging helps document swelling, macular disease, traction and response to treatment.
Recommendations are based on the diagnosis, disease stage, visual potential and systemic health.
Diabetic and chronic retinal conditions often need ongoing review even when symptoms improve.
Patient questions
Yes. Dr. Gajendra Chawla is an ophthalmologist with a two-year fellowship in vitreo-retinal surgery from Sankara Nethralaya, Chennai. He works in medical retina, retinal laser and surgical retinal care.
Patients consult him for diabetic retinopathy, retinal tears or detachment, macular disease, retinal vascular conditions, ROP, retinal laser or surgery opinions, and cataract when retinal health may affect the visual result.
Seek urgent assessment for sudden flashes, many new floaters, a curtain or shadow, sudden distortion or rapid vision loss. These symptoms can have several causes, but retinal tears or detachment must be excluded quickly.
Yes. Bring previous scans, prescriptions, laser or injection records, operative notes and relevant diabetes or blood-pressure reports. A fresh examination is usually needed before any recommendation can be made.
He consults at Chawla's Vision Care and Diabetic Eye Clinic, E-7/378 Arera Colony, opposite Hanuman Mandir, 1100 Quarters, Bhopal 462016.
Call 0755 2468191 or send an appointment request on WhatsApp at +91 96850 57723. The clinic is open Monday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Book a retina consultation
For a new retina assessment, diabetic eye review or second opinion, contact the clinic and bring previous medical and eye records when available.