The Department of Ophthalmology at Mohi-ud-Din Teaching Hospital, Mirpur AJK, is devoted to providing comprehensive, specialized, and patient-centered eye care. Led by a team of highly skilled and experienced ophthalmologists, the department utilizes state-of-the-art technology and evidence-based practices to preserve, enhance, and restore vision.

Services and Specialties

Our department offers a broad range of modern diagnostic, therapeutic, and surgical services, addressing various eye conditions, including cataracts, glaucoma, refractive errors, squint, and external eye diseases.

Diagnostic and Optometric Services

• Slit Lamp Examination with Fundoscopy: A thorough examination of both the anterior and posterior segments of the eye.

• Haag-Streit Octopus 900 Visual Field Analyzer: A cutting-edge diagnostic tool introduced to enable precise detection and ongoing monitoring of glaucoma and various neurological conditions affecting vision.

• Refraction & Optometry: Accurate assessment of visual acuity, along with the prescription of corrective lenses for optimal visual function.

Minor and Outpatient Procedures

Our department offers a variety of essential minor ophthalmic procedures performed on an outpatient basis, ensuring both convenience and swift recovery for patients:

• Routine Ophthalmic Services (ROS)

• Probing & Syringing (P&S) for blocked tear ducts

• Foreign Body (FB) Removal

• Sub-Tenon’s and Subconjunctival Injections

• Bandage Contact Lens Application and Removal

Surgical Interventions

Equipped with the latest surgical technology, our department handles both complex and routine eye surgeries, focusing on safe, effective, and evidence-based approaches to achieving optimal visual outcomes.

• Major Surgeries:

  • Cataract Surgery: Performed via Phacoemulsification (Phaco) and Extracapsular Cataract Extraction (ECCE).

  • Entropion Surgery: Surgical correction of inward-turning eyelids.

  • Trabeculectomy (Trab): A surgical procedure for the management of glaucoma.

  • Squint (Strabismus) Surgery: Surgical intervention to correct misalignment of the eyes.

• Minor Surgeries:

  • Pterygium Excision: Removal of abnormal tissue growth on the cornea.

  • Chalazion Incision and Curettage (I&C): Surgical removal of a chalazion.

  • Cyst Excision: Removal of cysts from the eyelid or surrounding areas.

Commitment to Excellence

At the Department of Ophthalmology, we are committed to providing the highest standards of care. Our goal is to ensure rapid recovery, minimize hospital stays, and deliver the best possible visual outcomes for our patients.