Dr Anita Sethi

Director & Head – Ophthalmology

MBBS, MD (Ophthalmology), DNB (Ophthalmology), FRCS (Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh)

طب العيون (طب وجراحة العيون)

January 1, 1990

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Top Areas of Expertise

Cataract surgery (Phaco & MICS) with multifocal, trifocal, and premium lenses
Refractive vision correction (Lasik, ICL)
Oculoplastic surgery (ptosis, blepharoplasty, ectropion, dacryocystorhinostomy)
Ocular oncology, including intra-ocular tumor management and retinoblastoma care
Novel eye-saving therapies such as Selective Intra-arterial Chemotherapy (IAC) and Plaque Brachytherapy
Trauma management and rehabilitation for war injuries and acid burns

Top Treatments Offered

Advanced cataract and refractive surgery for vision correction
Complete oculoplastic and orbital reconstructive surgeries
Eye cancer treatments including enucleation, orbital tumor removal, and plaque brachytherapy
Management of intra-ocular tumors with targeted chemotherapy (IAC)
Specialized trauma repair and ocular rehabilitation for complex injuries

About Dr Anita Sethi

Dr. Anita Sethi is a highly respected ophthalmic surgeon known for her pioneering work in ocular oncology and eye-saving treatments. With leadership roles in top hospitals like Fortis, Artemis, and Apollo, she brings a rare blend of surgical precision and innovation to eye care. An accomplished author and medical educator, she has contributed to leading textbooks and journals, mentoring the next generation of ophthalmologists.

Educational Qualifications:

MBBS – Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi, India (1983–1988)
MD (Ophthalmology) – Dr. R.P. Centre for Ophthalmic Sciences, AIIMS, New Delhi, India (1990–1992)
DNB (Ophthalmology) – National Board of Examinations, India (1992)
FRCS (Ophthalmology) – Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh, UK (1997)

Professional Experience:

Dr. Anita Sethi is currently working at Max Healthcare
Director & HOD Ophthalmology, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon (2015 till 2024)
HOD ophthalmology, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram (2007-2015)
Lead Consultant Ophthalmology, Apollo Spectra Hospitals
Consultant Ophthalmologist, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Rajinder Nagar, New Delhi
Oculoplasty Consultant, Centre for Sight, New Delhi
Registrar, Oculoplasty and Ocular Oncology Unit, Dr R P Centre for Ophthalmic Sciences, AIIMS, New Delhi.

Research Papers & Publications:

Books: Manual of Phaco technique: A text and Atlas. Dr Harbansh Lal, Dr Anita Sethi. CBS publishers, New Delhi 2002.
Chapter in book
- Sethi A. The Orbit. In Essentials of Ophthalmology. Ed Sharma P. Modern publishers 1999, New Delhi.
- Sethi A, Azad RV. Sequelae of ROP. In A practical approach to ROP screening and management. Ed Kumar H, Shapiro MJ, Azad RV. Malhotra enterprises, New Delhi, 2001.
Reviewer for Indian Journal of Ophthalmology