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Dr. Swarna Panigrahi

Ophthalmology

MBBS, MS (Ophthalmology)

Experience: 25+ Years

Language: Hindi, Marathi, English

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OPD Schedule

Wednesday
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Profile

Dr. Swarna Panigrahi is a highly experienced and prominent Oculoplastic and Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in Mumbai. With over two decades of experience, she is renowned for her super-specialized expertise in treating complex conditions related to the Orbit (eye socket), Eyelids, Lacrimal (tear-duct) system, and Ocular Oncology (eye tumors).
She serves as a Consultant in the Ophthalmology Department, specializing in Orbit and Oculoplasty, at Holy Family Multispecialty Hospital Mumbai. Her specialization was acquired through an intensive fellowship at the prestigious Aravind Eye Hospital, Madurai and a WHO Collaborating Centre for Prevention of Blindness. She is known for her attention to accurate diagnosis and empathetic patient care.

Professional Highlights & Contributions

  • Training Center: Completed her advanced fellowship at Aravind Eye Hospital, a globally recognized center for high-volume, high-quality eye care.
  • Academic Involvement: Active member of multiple ophthalmological societies (including the All India Ophthalmological Society and Bombay Ophthalmologist Association), regularly presenting and contributing to national and international conferences

Areas of specialization

Dr. Panigrahi specializes in surgeries and procedures that combine functional restoration with cosmetic outcomes for the structures surrounding the eye.

  • Oculoplastics (Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery): Eyelid Malposition Correction: Surgeries for conditions like Ptosis (droopy eyelid), Entropion (inward turning eyelid), and Ectropion (outward turning eyelid).
  • Cosmetic Eyelid Enhancement: Procedures like Blepharoplasty (cosmetic eyelid surgery), and aesthetic corrections using Botox and Fillers.
  • Orbit Surgery: 
    • Management of Orbital Trauma (fractures) and reconstructive procedures.
    • Orbital Decompression for conditions like Thyroid Eye Disease.
    • Orbitotomy for orbital interventions and tumor removal.
  • Ocular Oncology: Comprehensive diagnosis and surgical treatment of cancer affecting the eyelids, orbit, and eye itself (e.g. Excision and Reconstruction for eyelid skin cancers).
  • Lacrimal (Tear-Duct) Procedures: Treatment for watery eyes and blocked tear ducts, including Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) (tear duct bypass surgery), and Dacryocystectomy(DCT).
  • Socket Surgery: Procedures like Evisceration, Enucleation and Socket Reconstruction for lost or damaged eyes.
  • Cataract Surgery: Proficient in general ophthalmic surgeries including Phacoemulsification (Micro-incision Cataract Surgery).

Education

  • MBBS (MKCG Medical College, Brahmapur, Odisha)
  • MS (Ophthalmology) (Guru Nanak Eye Centre - Maulana Azad Medical College Hospital, New Delhi)
  • FAEH (Orbit & Oculoplasty): Fellowship in Orbit, Oculoplasty, Ocular Trauma & Ocular Oncology (Aravind Eye Hospital, Madurai)