Dr. Purnima Sood is a highly experienced ophthalmologist with over 26 years of clinical practice in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of eye disorders. As Additional Director of Ophthalmology at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, she is renowned for her proficiency in cataract, glaucoma, and refractive surgeries. Her compassionate approach, coupled with precise surgical skills, has made her a trusted name in both adult and pediatric ophthalmology. Dr. Sood is dedicated to improving vision outcomes using modern techniques and minimally invasive procedures.
- Over 2.5 decades of ophthalmology experience
- Specialist in cataract, glaucoma, and LASIK surgeries
- Patient-focused approach with high surgical precision
- Expertise in pediatric and adult eye care
- Extensive experience with diabetic retinopathy and dry eye management
- Senior leadership role at a leading multi-specialty hospital
Education Background:
- MBBS – Government Medical College, Amritsar, Punjab (1993)
- MS (Ophthalmology) – Government Medical College, Amritsar, Punjab (1997)
Awards & Accolades:
- Honored for Excellence in Cataract Surgery by national ophthalmic forums
- Participated in numerous eye health camps and community initiatives
- Faculty speaker at regional ophthalmology CME programs
- Recognized for patient satisfaction and surgical outcomes at Fortis
Dr. Purnima Sood specializes in comprehensive ophthalmology, with strong expertise in cataract extraction (phacoemulsification), glaucoma management, refractive procedures (LASIK, PRK), and routine to complex eye examinations. She also treats pediatric eye conditions and offers preventive eye health counseling.
Medical Problems Treated by Doctor
- Cataracts and blurred vision
- Glaucoma and elevated intraocular pressure
- Diabetic retinopathy and hypertensive eye disease
- Refractive errors (myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism)
- Dry eye syndrome and conjunctivitis
- Eye infections and allergic eye conditions
- Squint and pediatric vision issues
- Age-related macular degeneration (early stages)
Medical Procedures Performed by Doctor
- Phacoemulsification cataract surgery with IOL implantation
- Glaucoma filtering and laser surgeries
- LASIK and other refractive correction surgeries
- Pterygium excision and lid surgeries
- Pediatric squint correction
- Fundus imaging and OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography)
- Intravitreal injections for retinal diseases
- Cataracts and blurred vision
- Glaucoma and elevated intraocular pressure
- Diabetic retinopathy and hypertensive eye disease
- Refractive errors (myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism)
- Dry eye syndrome and conjunctivitis
- Eye infections and allergic eye conditions
- Squint and pediatric vision issues
- Age-related macular degeneration (early stages)
- Phacoemulsification cataract surgery with IOL implantation
- Glaucoma filtering and laser surgeries
- LASIK and other refractive correction surgeries
- Pterygium excision and lid surgeries
- Pediatric squint correction
- Fundus imaging and OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography)
- Intravitreal injections for retinal diseases