Paediatric Ophthalmic Care at Moolchand in Delhi

Children's eyes are not simply smaller versions of adult eyes — they are developing visual systems that require specialised expertise, age-appropriate diagnostic techniques and timely intervention to ensure that every child achieves their full visual potential. Moolchand Hospital, recognised as one of the best children's eye hospitals in Delhi, provides a comprehensive Paediatric Ophthalmic Care programme delivered by experienced paediatric ophthalmologists — offering complete eye care for children from premature newborns through adolescence with the highest standards of clinical precision, patient safety and compassionate care.

Located near Lajpat Nagar, Moolchand Eye Institute's paediatric ophthalmic programme is part of the nationally recognised Moolchand Eye Institute — a centre with over 60 years of ophthalmic excellence and a track record of JCI-accredited quality standards, near-zero infection rates and clinical outcomes that have earned the trust of three generations of patients and lakhs of individuals including foreign dignitaries. The paediatric ophthalmology team works in close collaboration with neonatologists, paediatricians, neurologists and orthoptists — ensuring that every child with a visual condition receives coordinated, multidisciplinary and evidence-based ophthalmic care.

As a leading multi super speciality hospital in Delhi, Moolchand's paediatric ophthalmic programme manages the complete spectrum of childhood eye conditions — from retinopathy of prematurity screening and laser treatment in premature infants through paediatric cataract surgery, amblyopia and strabismus management, paediatric glaucoma, refractive error correction and vision rehabilitation for visually impaired children. Advanced paediatric ophthalmic examination techniques, child-friendly diagnostic equipment and a gentle, reassuring clinical approach ensure that even the youngest and most anxious patients receive a thorough, accurate and stress-free ophthalmic evaluation.

Moolchand Care Pathways for paediatric ophthalmology are protocol-driven, reflective of international best practices and designed to ensure timely detection and treatment of all childhood visual conditions — because early intervention in paediatric eye disease is the single most important factor in preserving and maximising every child's lifelong visual function. At Moolchand Hospital Lajpat Nagar, every child's vision is treated with the same care, precision and commitment to excellence that has defined Moolchand's ophthalmic programme for over six decades.

Moolchand Eye Institute has over 60 years of ophthalmic excellence, JCI-accredited quality standards, near-zero surgical infection rates and internationally trained paediatric

Our Trusted Programs

60+ Years of Ophthalmic Excellence Including Dedicated Paediatric Eye Care

Part of nationally recognised Moolchand Eye Institute with JCI-accredited quality standards
Near-zero infection rates across all paediatric ophthalmic surgical procedures
Trusted by three generations of patients for comprehensive adult and paediatric eye care
Recognised as one of the best children's eye hospitals in Delhi near Lajpat Nagar

Expert Paediatric Ophthalmology and Multidisciplinary Team

Experienced paediatric ophthalmologists with subspecialty expertise in childhood eye conditions
Dedicated orthoptists for amblyopia assessment and management
Seamless collaboration with neonatology, paediatrics, neurology and genetics
Internationally trained ophthalmologists pioneering minimally invasive paediatric ophthalmic procedures

Child-Friendly Diagnostic and Surgical Capabilities

Age-appropriate paediatric ophthalmic examination techniques and child-friendly equipment
Advanced paediatric echocardiography — retinoscopy under sedation or anaesthesia when required
High-resolution retinal imaging for retinopathy of prematurity and paediatric retinal conditions
State-of-the-art paediatric ophthalmic surgical suites with near-zero infection rates

Early Detection and Timely Intervention Philosophy

Structured newborn eye screening and retinopathy of prematurity surveillance programme
Vision screening for all school-age children and early refractive error detection
Amblyopia treatment initiated at the earliest possible age for maximum visual recovery
Moolchand Care Pathways ensuring internationally benchmarked paediatric ophthalmic care at Moolchand Hospital Lajpat Nagar

Our Service Offerings

Retinopathy of Prematurity Screening and Treatment

Structured ROP screening programme for all eligible premature babies in the NICU
Indirect ophthalmoscopy and RetCam retinal imaging for ROP staging and documentation
Laser photocoagulation for threshold and pre-threshold ROP
Anti-VEGF intravitreal injection therapy for aggressive posterior ROP
Long-term visual follow-up for ROP graduates including refractive error and amblyopia surveillance
Recognised as a leading centre for ROP management in Delhi

Paediatric Cataract Surgery

Comprehensive evaluation of congenital and developmental paediatric cataracts
Early surgical intervention to prevent deprivation amblyopia
Paediatric phacoemulsification with or without intraocular lens implantation
Post-operative optical rehabilitation with contact lenses or spectacles
Amblyopia treatment following paediatric cataract surgery
Long-term visual follow-up and refractive management after paediatric cataract surgery

Amblyopia Diagnosis and Treatment

Comprehensive amblyopia evaluation and visual acuity assessment in children
Spectacle correction as primary amblyopia treatment
Occlusion therapy and patching programmes for amblyopia management
Penalisation therapy for children not tolerating patching
Compliance monitoring and visual outcome assessment throughout amblyopia treatment
Early intervention amblyopia treatment for maximum visual recovery potential

Strabismus and Eye Muscle Surgery

Comprehensive orthoptic assessment and strabismus evaluation
Surgical correction of esotropia, exotropia and vertical deviations
Botulinum toxin injection for selected strabismus cases
Management of paralytic and restrictive strabismus
Post-surgical orthoptic rehabilitation and binocular vision restoration
Management of nystagmus including surgical intervention when indicated

Paediatric Glaucoma

Congenital and juvenile glaucoma evaluation and diagnosis
Medical management of paediatric glaucoma with topical and systemic agents
Surgical management including goniotomy, trabeculotomy and trabeculectomy
Drainage device implantation for refractory paediatric glaucoma
Long-term intraocular pressure monitoring and optic nerve assessment in children

Refractive Error Assessment and Management

Cycloplegic refraction for accurate refractive error measurement in children
Spectacle prescription for myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism in children
Myopia control and management including atropine therapy and orthokeratology
Contact lens fitting for children with high refractive errors
Regular refractive monitoring for progression assessment and prescription update

Paediatric Retinal Conditions

Evaluation and management of paediatric retinal dystrophies
Coats disease diagnosis and laser or anti-VEGF treatment
Familial exudative vitreoretinopathy evaluation and management
Retinal detachment in children — evaluation and surgical management
Inherited retinal disease genetic counselling and low vision support

Paediatric Neuro-Ophthalmology

Optic nerve evaluation and management of optic neuritis in children
Visual field assessment for neurological conditions affecting vision
Management of papilloedema in children with raised intracranial pressure
Evaluation of visual disturbances associated with neurological conditions
Coordination with paediatric neurology for integrated neuro-ophthalmic care

Paediatric Oculoplastics

Congenital ptosis evaluation and surgical correction
Blocked tear duct management including probing, intubation and dacryocystorhinostomy
Dermoid cyst and orbital lesion evaluation and surgical management
Haemangioma and vascular lesion management in children
Coordination with maxillofacial and plastic surgery for complex orbital conditions

Newborn and Infant Eye Screening

Comprehensive newborn eye examination for structural anomalies and red reflex assessment
Early detection of congenital cataracts, glaucoma and retinal conditions
Systematic vision screening for infants at developmental paediatric check-ups
Referral pathway for early intervention in detected visual abnormalities

Vision Rehabilitation for Children

Low vision assessment and rehabilitation for visually impaired children
Optical and non-optical low vision aid prescription and training
Educational support and guidance for visually impaired children and their families
Coordination with rehabilitation specialists and educational institutions

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