Dr. Prathama Sarkar

Dr. Prathama Sarkar – Medical Superintendent | Comprehensive and Cataract

Which are the areas of expertise of Dr. Prathama Sarkar?

The areas of expertise of Dr. Prathama Sarkar are comprehensive and cataract surgeries. She possesses extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of eye conditions. Her proficiency includes conducting thorough eye examinations, interpreting diagnostic tests, and developing tailored treatment plans.

In cataract surgeries, she uses advanced techniques, such as FLACS, to ensure optimal outcomes, enhancing patient’s vision and quality of life. 

Her commitment to patient care includes staying updated on the latest advancements in ophthalmology and prioritizing clear communication to guide patients through their treatment journeys.

Where did Dr. Prathama Sarkar complete their education?

Dr. Prathama Sarkar completed her MBBS from Maulana Azad Medical College in Delhi and her MS from University College of Medical Sciences in Delhi.

She also completed her DNB in Delhi and her Senior Residency from Deen Dayal Upadhyay Hospital in Delhi.

What are areas of interest of Dr. Prathama Sarkar in Ophthalmology?

The areas of interest of Dr. Prathama Sarkar in Ophthalmology include Cataract, Refractive and Comprehensive.

What is the work experience of Dr. Prathama Sarkar?

Dr. Prathama Sarkar has a total work experience of 11 years in Ophthalmology.

What has Dr. Prathama Sarkar achieved professionally?

Below are the professional achievements of Dr. Prathama Sarkar:

Publications

• Retained Anterior Capsule: A Masquerader of Descemet‚ Membrane Detachment – Indian Journal of Ophthalmology.
• Atypical Optic Neuritis: An Overview – Indian Journal of Ophthalmology.
• Pterygium – Stat Pearls, PubMed.
• Capsulotomy for Cataract Surgery: Evolution of a Journey – DOS Times.
• Bone Appetit: Multimodal Imaging in Choroidal Osteoma – DOS Times.
• Financial Implications for Ophthalmologists Due to COVID-19 Outbreak – DOS Times.
• Rho Kinase Inhibitors: The Multifaceted Drug in Ophthalmology – European Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Research.
• A Tale of Foreign Body Sensation to Carcinoma-in-Situ: A Case Report on Xeroderma Pigmentosa – European Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Research.
• Advances and Newer Trends in Cataract Surgery – DOS Times.

Educational Contributions

• Conducted various educational seminars and conferences in the department.
• Involved in conducting undergraduate and post-graduate exams in ophthalmology.
• Continuous Learning
• Regularly attends Continuing Medical Education seminars to stay updated on the latest trends in ophthalmology.

Has the Dr. Prathama Sarkar got any awards and recognition in the field of Ophthalmology?

Dr. Prathama Sarkar has done various presentations and received many awards as well. Below are the details of the presentations and awards received:

• Presented as first author, a scientific research paper entitled “Recurrence and complications of pterygium surgery using MODIFIED P.E.R.F.E.C.T. (PTERYGIUM EXTENDED REMOVAL FOLLOWED BY EXTENDED CONJUNCTIVAL TRANSPLANTATION) Technique” at the Women Ophthalmological Society Annual Conference 2018 held at Hyderabad, India.
• Presented a case titled Posterior uveitis in pregnancy: A diagnostic and therapeutic dilemma at DOS. Monthly meet held in DDU Hospital in September 2018.
• Presented various scientific papers at DOS Annual Conference, Delhi in 2019 in various categories:
  • Multipronged approach to management of a case of shield ulcer (free paper)
  • Riding the waves: Management of a case of recurrent Harada Disease in pregnancy (free paper)
  • Tuberculosis in pregnancy with intraocular dissemination: A case report (Interesting cases)
• Presented a case titled “Bone appetite: Multimodal imaging in choroidal osteoma” at DOS Monthly meet held in DDU Hospital in July 2019.
• Presented as second author in Winter DOS, Delhi (2-3rd November 2019):
  • Partners in crime: A case of tuberculous and exudative RD in AIDS
  • Sausage in the eye: A case of impending CRVO
• Presented poster in All India Ophthalmological Society (AIOS) Annual Conference held at Gurugram in February 2020.
• Presented various scientific papers as first author and posters at DOS Annual Conference, Delhi in December 2020 in various categories titled:
• P.E.R.F.E.C.T. technique for pterygium removal (Free paper)
  • Hide and seek in lump: A case report on spontaneously migrated foreign body in eyelid. (free paper)
  • Idiopathic familial facial nerve palsy: An interesting case report with review of literature (interesting cases)
  • Double trouble: Quite a struggle (interesting cases)
  • Stuck anterior capsule: A big masquerader indeed (poster)
  • A secret tale of foreign body sensation: A case of xeroderma pigmentosa (poster)
• At DOS 2020 International Hybrid Conference held between 18 – 20th December 2020, adjudged as:
  • First prize for poster titled “Stuck anterior capsule: A big masquerader indeed.”
  • Second best free paper in the category of allied sciences in ophthalmology for the paper titled “Idiopathic familial facial nerve palsy: An interesting case report with review of literature.”
  • Second best paper for the paper titled “Hide and seek in lump: A case report on spontaneously migrated foreign body in eyelid.”
• Presented a case discussion on AIOS scientific committee case files session held on 13th December 2020, titled “My unhappy patient of cataract surgery in eye with previous glaucoma surgery”
• Recorded a talk for Medicircle under Doctor’s speak titled “An approach towards digitalization during COVID-19” (available on YouTube).
• A slide presentation for e-ophtha titled “Functions of eye banking.”
• Participated in Mid-term DOS conference held at Ashoka Hotel on 20-21st March 2021 and presented the following:
  • Ocular presentation in a case of Von-Hippel Lindau Disease (Interesting case): Speaker
  • The parable of bleb biding OSSN: Second author
  • Iridoschisis: A window to closed angle glaucoma: second author

What type of academic work is done by Dr. Prathama Sarkar in Ophthalmology?

Dr. Prathama Sarkar’s academic work in Ophthalmology is listed below:

1. Sarkar, P., Mehtani, A., Gandhi, H.C. et al. Paraneoplastic ocular syndrome: a pandora’s box of underlying malignancies. Eye 36, 1355–1367 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41433-021-01676-x
2. Sarkar P, Gandhi HC, Gupta MK, Tembhurde PM. Retained anterior capsule: A masquerader of Descemet’s membrane detachment. Indian J Ophthalmol. 2020 Nov;68(11):2528. doi: 10.4103/ijo.IJO_784_20. PMID: 33120673; PMCID: PMC7774207.
3. Sarkar P, Mehtani A, Gandhi HC, Dubey V, Tembhurde PM, Gupta MK. Atypical optic neuritis: An overview. Indian J Ophthalmol. 2021 Jan;69(1):27-35. doi: 10.4103/ijo.IJO_451_20. PMID: 33323567; PMCID: PMC7926095.
4. Rho kinase Inhibitors: The multifaceted drug in Ophthalmology (https://storage.googleapis.com/innctech/ejpmr/article_issue/1596193826.pdf)
5. Sarkar, Prathama & Rajak, Arti & Mohit, Kumar & Gupta, & Harish, Chandar & Gandhi, Amit & Mehtani, Jatinder & Bhalla, Singh. (2020). A sullen spill from the skin to the eyes: A case of Sturge Weber Syndrome (Type 2). IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences. 19. 62-64. 10.9790/0853-1911026264. 
6. Gaur A, Sarkar P. Eye: The Hard-hit Victim of COVID-19 Pandemic. Journal of Ophthalmic & Vision Research. 2022 Apr 29;17(2):290.

What are the books published by the Dr. Prathama Sarkar?

Dr. Prathama Sarkar has authored the following chapter in the book:

Chapter: Systemic evaluation in a case of glaucoma (Glaucoma Evaluation (Pearls and Perils)

Book: Sarkar P, Tripathy K. Pterygium. InStatPearls [Internet] 2023 Aug 25. StatPearls Publishing.

Which professional groups, in Ophthalmology, is Dr. Prathama Sarkar is a part of?

Dr. Prathama Sarkar is a part of the following professional groups:

• Delhi Ophthalmological Society (SD-1779)
• All India Ophthalmological society (P20559)
• Young Ophthalmologists Society of India (YOP0678)
• Women Ophthalmological society of India

Which branch of Eye7 Eye Hospitals is Dr. Prathama Sarkar available at?

Dr. Prathama Sarkar is available at Lajpat Nagar branch of Eye7 Eye Hospitals. She is available at the following schedule:

Days – Monday to Saturday

Time – 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Why should patients come to the Dr. Prathama Sarkar for their eye treatment?

Patients should come to Dr. Prathama Sarkar for early detection of conditions like Glaucoma and Cataracts, comprehensive eye health evaluations, and personalized treatment plans. 

Patients should also come to manage systemic diseases affecting vision, utilize advanced technology, prevent vision loss, and to receive valuable education on eye care, ensuring overall well-being and their quality of life.

What is the consultation fee for Dr. Prathama Sarkar?

The consultation fee for Dr. Prathama Sarkar is Rs 1000.

What do patients say about the Dr. Prathama Sarkar?

Below are the testimonials for Dr. Prathama Sarkar from her patients:

1. “Very good experience with Dr Prarthana Sarkar she is a wonderful surgeon my mother cataract surgery done by her so perfectly very happy with the vision she gave my mother thank you Doctor……. best hospital” – Govind Bisht
2. “We had an appointment with Dr. Prathma Sarkar today.  She attended to us professionally and extremely well. She was extremely polite, courteous and nice to talk to, and explained to us all relevant finer details about our respective cases quite adroitly & professionally.  We wish Dr. Prathma Sarkar all the very best in all her future endeavours and we also strongly recommend her career progression further as a thoroughly competent Ophthalmologist.  Thank you.” – Y P Sood
3. “My mother had cataract surgery for both her eyes which was done by Dr. Prathama Sarkar. The surgery was nicely done. Doctor is also very soft spoken and thoughtful.” – Abhinav Chandra
4. Cataract surgery performed by DR PRATHAMA SARKAR helped me to regain my left eye vision with due perfection and also the overall suggestion of various lenses and their significance determined it’s transparency and trust.” – Rajan Nair
5. “Dr Prathama Sarkar did a great Job, from 3 metres to playing cricket again. Thanks to the whole team of eye 7. Great experience.” – Kishore Rawat

Which languages does Dr. Prathama Sarkar speak fluently?

Dr. Prathama Sarkar speaks Hindi, English and Bengali fluently.