Ophthalmology & Eye CareVerified Specialist Faculty
Dr. Pramod S. Bhende
Director of Vitreoretinal Services & Senior Consultant Surgeon
Sankara Nethralaya (Medical Research Foundation) (Chennai)
Professional Biography
Dr. Pramod Bhende is one of South Asia’s foremost vitreoretinal specialists at Sankara Nethralaya. With nearly three decades of experience, he has handled thousands of complex diabetic tractional retinal detachments, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, and pediatric retinal disorders, maintaining the institute’s tradition of compassionate, evidence-based ophthalmic care.
Clinical Focus & Areas of Practice
25G and 27G Micro-Incisional Sutureless Vitrectomy
Scleral Buckling and Pneumatic Retinopexy
Surgical Management of Proliferative Diabetic Vitreopathy
Intraocular Foreign Body Extraction in Severe Ocular Trauma
Qualifications & Accreditations
- MBBS
- MS (Ophthalmology)
- Fellowship in Vitreoretinal Surgery (Medical Research Foundation)
International Consultation Info
OPD & Remote Evaluation:
Retina OPD clinics active Monday to Friday. Digital fundus and OCT second opinions reviewed within 24 to 48 hours.
Languages:English, Tamil, Hindi, Marathi
Experience:29+ Years
Affiliation:Sankara Nethralaya (Medical Research Foundation)
Registry Source Record:
All India Ophthalmological Society (AIOS) & Sankara Nethralaya Official Profile
Last Audited: 2025-08-10Verified Record