Profile

Dr. Smita Bagrecha is an internationally trained ophthalmic surgeon and glaucoma consultant, widely recognised as one of the best ophthalmologists in Mumbai for the management of complex cataract and glaucoma cases. Renowned for her surgical precision and compassionate, patient-centred approach, she combines extensive clinical knowledge with global training from leading institutions in India, Australia, and Canada.
She completed her MBBS from Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal (1995) and MS in Ophthalmology from GRMC, Gwalior (2000). Her advanced sub-specialty training includes prestigious long-term fellowships in Comprehensive Ophthalmology & Glaucoma from Shri Ganapati Netralaya (FSGN) and Glaucoma Diagnosis and Management from the Royal Victorian Eye & Ear Hospital (FRVEEH), University of Melbourne, Australia. This strong academic and clinical foundation enables her to confidently manage high-risk and complex eye conditions.
Dr. Bagrecha is currently working as a Visiting Consultant at Holy Family Multispeciality Hospital, Mumbai, where she continues to deliver advanced, evidence-based, and patient-focused eye care.

Glaucoma Surgery & Management (Adult & Paediatric)

• Comprehensive diagnosis and medical/surgical management of all types of glaucoma
• YAG Laser PI and Diode laser treatment
• Expertise in advanced procedures including Trabeculectomy with Mitomycin-C and Glaucoma Valve Implantation
• Skilled interpretation of advanced diagnostics such as Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) and Perimetry

Cataract Surgery

• Performed over 7,000 Phacoemulsification (no-stitch) cataract surgeries
• Experienced in handling complex and high-risk cataract cases

International Clinical Exposure

• Clinical experience at globally reputed institutions including Royal Victorian Eye & Ear Hospital, Australia, Alfred Hospital(Melbourne Australia) and SickKids Hospital, Toronto, Canada

Fellowships

• Glaucoma Fellowship – Royal Victorian Eye & Ear Hospital, Melbourne, Australia
• Glaucoma Fellowship – SickKids Hospital, Toronto, Canada
• Comprehensive Ophthalmology Fellowship – Shri Ganapati Netralaya, Jalna

Areas of specialization

Education

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