Dr. Krishna Vaitheeswaran

Senior Consultant - Ophthalmology (Eye), Vitreoretinal Care, Vitreoretinal Services

FRCS (Glasgow), MS (Ophthalmology), MBBS

25 Years

1,150

My Clinic Timings

Delhi

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
10 am-05 pm
09 am-01 pm

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
01 am-01 am
01 am-01 am
01 am-01 am
01 am-01 am
01 am-01 am
01 am-01 am

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My Profile

About me

Dr. Krishna Vaitheeswaran is a highly experienced senior ophthalmologist and retina & vitreo-retinal specialist with more than 35 years of clinical expertise in diagnosing and treating a broad spectrum of eye conditions — from routine visual disorders to complex retinal diseases.

He completed his MBBS and MS in Ophthalmology from the University of Delhi, followed by FRCS (Glasgow) from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, establishing strong academic and surgical foundations.

Dr. Vaitheeswaran’s clinical interests focus on precise, evidence-based management of retinopathy of prematurity (ROP), infectious and non-infectious uveitis, and complex retinal detachments conditions that can threaten vision if not diagnosed and treated in a timely manner.

Alongside clinical care, he has contributed to research, participated in national workshops and contributed to scientific publications, combining compassionate patient care with advancing ophthalmic knowledge.

At Moolchand, Dr. Vaitheeswaran emphasises ethical, personalised communication and long-term visual outcomes, ensuring every patient understands their diagnosis, treatment options and prognosis clearly.

Medical expertise

Retina & Vitreo-Retinal Disorders – Advanced diagnosis and surgical care | Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) Screening & Treatment – Early detection and intervention to preserve vision in preterm infants | Infectious & Non-Infectious Uveitis Management – Tailored medical or immunologic therapy | Complex Retinal Detachments – Vitrectomy, scleral buckle, pneumatic retinopexy and combined approaches | Neuro-Ophthalmology Disorders – Optic nerve and visual pathway conditions | Comprehensive Eye & Vision Care – From routine exams to complex surgical intervention | Diabetic Retinopathy & Macular Conditions – Laser and surgical management of diabetic and macular diseases | Paediatric & Adult Ophthalmic Care – Full spectrum eye care for all ages | Bimanual Microincision Cataract Surgery Using a 0.7 mm Sub-millimeter Incision | Descemetopexy with Corneal Venting Incisions for Descemet Membrane Detachment after Cataract Surgery

My education and training

FRCS (Glasgow)	Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, UK
MS (Ophthalmology)	University of Delhi
MBBS	University of Delhi

My publications and papers

National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMS)
Association of Otolaryngologists of India (AOI) (listed in some profiles)
Bimanual Microincision Cataract Surgery Using a 0.7 mm Sub-millimeter Incision - Indian Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery 2026
Descemetopexy with Corneal Venting Incisions for Descemet Membrane Detachment after Cataract Surgery - Indian Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery

What I'd like to tell my patients

Patients trust Dr. Vaitheeswaran for advanced retina and vitreoretinal care guided by experience, precision, and compassion:

✓ 35+ years of experience in ophthalmology and vitreoretinal care
✓ Expertise in ROP, complex retinal detachments, uveitis, and neuro-ophthalmic disorders
✓ Senior consultant leadership in vitreoretinal programs
✓ Evidence-based clinical decision-making and personalised treatment plans
✓ Comprehensive diagnostic evaluation with precision imaging and surgical care
✓ Soft-spoken, compassionate communication and continuity of care
✓ Advanced retina and vitreoretinal services focused on stable long-term vision outcomes
✓ Trusted care for both routine and complex eye diseases