Dr. Ranjana Mithal is a senior consultant ophthalmologist and eye surgeon based in New Delhi, with more than four decades of clinical experience in ophthalmology. The supplied profile lists her association with Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, where she has been practising since 2000. Her work covers the diagnosis and management of a broad range of eye conditions, with particular focus on cataract surgery, glaucoma, retinal laser treatment, refractive procedures, and microsurgery. Her clinical approach is described as patient-centred, with attention to explaining eye conditions and treatment options so that patients can make informed decisions.

Dr. Mithal completed her MBBS in 1981 and MS in Ophthalmology in 1984 from Kanpur University. She subsequently undertook specialised fellowships in microsurgery at Aravind Eye Hospital in Madurai, retina lasers at LV Prasad Eye Institute in Hyderabad, and phaco surgery at Agarwal’s Eye Institute in Chennai. This training supports her work in advanced cataract procedures, laser-based eye treatments, and surgical care for complex ocular conditions.

Her areas of clinical expertise include phacoemulsification cataract surgery, including premium intraocular lens implantation and paediatric cataracts; glaucoma evaluation, medical management, and filtering surgery; and laser treatment for diabetic retinopathy and other retinal conditions. The supplied material also lists experience in laser vision correction, including LASIK, as well as neuro-ophthalmology. Additional services associated with her practice include corneal transplantation, corneal ulcer treatment, assessment of dry eye, treatment for keratoconus, scleral and mini-scleral contact lenses, ocular trauma care, and vision therapy.

Dr. Mithal’s professional affiliations include life membership in the All India Ophthalmological Society, Glaucoma Society of India, and Cataract and Refractive Society of India. She is also listed as a life member of the Indian Medical Association and as a member of the Delhi Medical Council. Her profile reflects a long-standing focus on ophthalmic practice, specialist training, and patient education, supporting care for both common eye disorders and more complex conditions affecting vision.

Educational Qualifications

• MBBS, Kanpur University (1981).
• MS in Ophthalmology, Kanpur University (1984).

Fellowship & Areas of Interest

• Fellowship in Microsurgery, Aravind Eye Hospital, Madurai.
• Fellowship in Retina Lasers, LV Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad.
• Fellowship in Phaco Surgery, Agarwal’s Eye Institute, Chennai.
• Phacoemulsification cataract surgery and intraocular lens implantation
• Glaucoma evaluation, medical management, and filtering surgery
• Retinal laser treatment, including diabetic retinopathy care
• Refractive and laser vision correction, including LASIK
• Neuro-ophthalmology and microsurgery
• Corneal disorders, keratoconus, and ocular surface care

Research Contributions & Publications

The supplied material does not provide specific ophthalmology research papers or publication titles for Dr. Mithal. It notes specialist clinical training and long-term involvement in ophthalmic practice, but no detailed publication list is included.

Awards, Honours, and Recognitions

The supplied material highlights Dr. Mithal’s long clinical experience and specialist training. It does not identify specific awards or formal honours attributable to her. A separate awards entry in the source refers to another physician and has therefore not been attributed to Dr. Mithal.

Specialization

• Cataract surgery, including 2.2 mm phaco surgery
• Glaucoma evaluation and treatment, including trabeculectomy
• Diabetic retinopathy screening and treatment
• Retinal laser procedures
• Refractive and laser vision correction
• Corneal transplantation and corneal ulcer treatment
• Keratoconus assessment and specialty contact lenses
• Dry eye evaluation and treatment
• Ocular and orbital trauma care
• Vision therapy and lazy-eye exercises

Professional Memberships

• All India Ophthalmological Society (Life Member)
• Glaucoma Society of India (Life Member)
• Cataract and Refractive Society of India (Life Member)
• Indian Medical Association (Life Member)
• Delhi Medical Council

Languages

The supplied profile notes multilingual communication but does not specify the languages spoken

• Ophthalmologist / Senior Consultant, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi (associated with the hospital since 2000, as listed in the supplied profile).