About DR. SHAIKH AAROFIL ISRAIL

Dr. Aarofil Shaikh, an esteemed ophthalmologist based in Kolkata, possesses extensive experience in the field. With an outstanding academic background, he excels as a clinician, providing effective treatment for a wide range of eye conditions and diseases. Dr. Shaikh has established a reputable standing as a surgeon, having successfully performed numerous ocular surgeries throughout his career.

His specialization primarily focuses on Cataract, Medical Retina, and Refractive Surgeries, where he exhibits profound expertise. Furthermore, Dr. Shaikh has contributed to the field through the presentation of several papers at national conferences. He is an esteemed member of renowned eye associations including the All India Ophthalmology Society (AIOS), Delhi Ophthalmology Society (DOS), and Ophthalmology Society of West Bengal (OSWB).

Professional Experience:

• 2022-present- Consultant ASG Eye Hospital, Tollygunge, Kolkata

• 2016- Currae Eye Care Hospital, Kolkata, India

• 2014- DNB (Ophthalmology), New Delhi

• 2012- MS (Ophthalmology) National Institute of Ophthalmology, Pune

• 1999-2004- M.B.B.S, K J Somaiya Medical College and Hospital, Mumbai

Expertise:

• Cataract (Phacoemulsification technique)

• Refractive surgeries (LASIK, ICL)

• Medical Retina (Lasers and Injections)

Publications & Presentation:

1.      Combination therapy for Eales’ disease. Ophthalmology World report. (Aug 2007)

2.      Intravitreal Avastin for ischemic ocular condition. Orissa Journal of Ophthalmology. (Oct 2007)

3.      Intravitreal Avastin for ocular ischemic condition. Poona Ophthalmological Society. (Nov 2007)

4.      How to prevent endophthalmitis in cataract surgeries? Indian Journal of Ophthalmology. (2008 Sept-Oct;56(5):403-7.)

5.      Comparison of single injection of intravitreal triamcinolone (IVTA) versus single injection of intravitreal bevacizumab (IVB) in macular edema secondary to branch retinal vein occlusions with regard to changes in best corrected visual acuity and central macular thickness in the short term. Indian Journal of Ophthalmology. (2009 May-Jun;57(3):243-4.)

6.      Late posterior sub luxation of rollable Intraocular lens (IOL) after an uneventful microphacoemulsification cataract surgery. Indian Journal of Ophthalmology. (2010 Jul-Aug;58(4):350-1)