Fellowship-trained retina team in Bhopal
Meet fellowship-trained retina specialists Dr. Gajendra Chawla and Dr. Aashul Chawla for retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, macular disease, ROP, imaging, laser and vitreo-retinal surgery.
Quick answer
No independent medical authority names one doctor as universally “best.” Patients should compare retina fellowship training, experience, diagnostic access, treatment range, communication and follow-up. Dr. Gajendra Chawla is a senior retina specialist in Bhopal with MBBS, MS and FMRF qualifications, a two-year vitreo-retinal fellowship at Sankara Nethralaya, Chennai, and more than 36 years of ophthalmology experience. His work includes diabetic retinopathy, retinal laser, retinal detachment and complex vitreo-retinal care.
Meet the retina team
Both specialists evaluate retinal disease and coordinate imaging, laser, injections, surgery opinions and follow-up according to the diagnosis.
MBBS, MS, FMRF - Senior Retina Specialist
More than 36 years of ophthalmology experience, a two-year fellowship in vitreo-retinal surgery at Sankara Nethralaya, Chennai, and a pioneering role in retina surgery and laser treatment in Bhopal since 1996.
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MBBS, MS, DNB, FICO-1, MNAMS, FMRF
Vitreo-retina specialist trained at Sankara Nethralaya, with expertise in diabetic retinopathy, macular disease, retinal imaging and AI-assisted screening, including AI in Healthcare training from IIT Delhi.
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The examination determines whether a condition needs observation, imaging, laser, injections, surgery or urgent referral.
A tear can allow fluid under the retina. New flashes, many floaters or a curtain-like shadow require urgent examination.
Read urgent symptom guideDiabetes can cause leakage, swelling, abnormal vessels, bleeding or traction before noticeable vision loss.
View diabetic retina treatmentAge-related macular changes can affect reading and central detail. Distortion or a new central blur should be assessed.
Read macular degeneration guidePremature infants may require time-sensitive retinal screening and follow-up based on birth history and neonatal guidance.
View ROP clinic pageA membrane on the macula can cause wavy lines, central blur or difficulty reading. OCT helps document its effect.
View retinal diagnosticsSwelling, vein occlusion or retinal bleeding can reduce vision and may require imaging, injections, laser or monitoring.
Arrange retina evaluationWhen to visit
See a retina doctor urgently for sudden flashes, many new floaters, a curtain or shadow, sudden blur, distorted central vision or vision loss after injury. A planned retina visit is also important for diabetes, high myopia, previous retinal tears, macular disease or unexplained visual changes because retinal disease can be painless.
Sudden black spots, flashes of light or a curtain-like shadow may suggest a retinal tear or detachment and should be checked urgently.
Long-standing diabetes can damage retinal blood vessels. Annual retina screening is important even when vision feels normal.
Wavy lines, difficulty reading or central blur can be linked with macular degeneration, macular edema or other macular disease.
New blur in one eye, a dark patch or reduced side vision should be assessed promptly, even when there is no pain.
Vitreous haemorrhage and retinal vein or artery problems can cause sudden haze, spots or marked loss of vision.
People with significant short-sightedness, eye trauma, retinal surgery or a retinal problem in the other eye may need specialist follow-up.
Retina evaluation
A retina consultation starts with symptoms, vision and a dilated examination. Imaging is added when it can clarify the diagnosis, document change or guide treatment.
Carry prior scans, laser or injection details, operative notes, current medicines and recent diabetes, blood-pressure or kidney reports. This helps the specialist compare change over time.
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Technology supports the diagnosis; the retina specialist decides which test or treatment is appropriate after examination.
Cross-sectional scans help assess the macula, retinal swelling, epiretinal membrane, macular hole and treatment response.
Retinal photographs document change. Fluorescein angiography may be selected to study leakage or retinal circulation.
Laser may be advised for selected diabetic retinal disease, retinal tears or other vascular retinal conditions.
Read the retina laser cost guideVitreo-retinal microsurgery may be planned for detachment, non-clearing bleeding, traction or selected macular conditions.
AI can support diabetic retinal image analysis, while a retina specialist reviews the result and remains responsible for decisions.
Explore AI eye screeningRepeat examination and imaging help show whether disease is stable, improving or progressing over time.
Treatment pathways
Not every retinal condition needs a procedure. Your specialist should explain the expected benefit, alternatives, follow-up and urgent warning signs.
Stable findings may be photographed or scanned and reviewed at an interval based on risk.
Laser may be recommended for selected diabetic retinal disease, retinal tears or other vascular conditions.
Medicines injected into the eye may be used for selected cases of macular swelling, diabetic eye disease or wet macular degeneration.
Surgery may be considered for retinal detachment, non-clearing bleeding, traction, macular hole or other structural problems.
Control of diabetes, blood pressure, kidney disease and smoking risk can be an important part of retinal care.
Repeat examination and imaging help determine whether disease is stable or whether treatment should change.
What sets the clinic apart
Patients should receive a clear diagnosis, treatment options and follow-up plan rather than a procedure chosen before examination.
Fellowship-trained doctors direct the retinal diagnosis, treatment plan and follow-up.
The team explains the condition, urgency, expected benefit, alternatives and warning signs in practical language.
Procedure costs depend on diagnosis and should be itemised after the clinical plan is confirmed.
Read cost guideExamination, imaging, treatment and progress review are coordinated at the Bhopal clinic.
Retina FAQs
There is no universal ranking that determines the best doctor for every retinal condition. Compare formal retina training, experience, available diagnostics, treatment scope and follow-up. Dr. Gajendra Chawla is a highly experienced option in Bhopal with MBBS, MS and FMRF qualifications, fellowship training at Sankara Nethralaya and more than 36 years of ophthalmology experience.
A retina specialist is appropriate for diabetic retinal changes, retinal tears or detachment, macular disease, vitreous bleeding, retinal vessel blockage, high-risk ROP, or a condition that may need retinal laser, injections or vitreo-retinal surgery. Sudden flashes, many new floaters, a curtain-like shadow or rapid vision loss require urgent examination.
Vitreo-retinal surgery is performed with anaesthesia selected for the patient and procedure. Mild postoperative irritation can occur. Recovery varies by diagnosis and surgery; some patients need specific head positioning, eye drops and activity restrictions. The surgeon provides case-specific instructions.
A suspected retinal detachment is an eye emergency. Sudden flashes, a shower of new floaters, a curtain or shadow, or rapid vision loss should be assessed urgently because delay can reduce the chance of preserving vision.
Seek urgent retina care for sudden flashes, many new floaters, a curtain or shadow, sudden or distorted vision, or vision loss after injury. Diabetes, high myopia, macular symptoms and previous retinal tears also warrant specialist follow-up.
Yes. Diabetic retinal damage can develop before symptoms. Most people with diabetes need a comprehensive dilated eye examination at least once a year, with more frequent checks when advised.
Cost depends on the diagnosis, procedure, tests, medicines, surgical consumables, anaesthesia, admission requirements and insurance approval. A reliable estimate requires examination and a written treatment plan. For diabetic retinal care, see the diabetic retinopathy treatment cost guide.
Related reading
Read the urgent retina symptoms guide, learn about macular degeneration treatment, arrange a diabetic eye checkup, explore AI eye screening, understand diabetic retina treatment costs, or compare retina laser cost and sittings.
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Address: E-7/378 Arera Colony, opposite Hanuman Mandir, 1100 Quarters, Bhopal 462016
Hours: Mon - Sat, 10 AM - 2 PM and 6 PM - 8:00 PM
Call: 0755 2468191 or +91 98932 76207