Dr. Rachna is one of the top pediatric ophthalmologists in Hyderabad. She mainly deals with the treatment of all eye disorders in children from birth to 16 years of age. She also handles medical and surgical management of all kinds of squints in all age groups, including adults, and manages diplopia (double vision) and neuro-ophthalmic disorders leading to vision loss.
Educational Qualifications:
- MBBS from Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad in 2004
- MS in Ophthalmology from Sarojini Devi Eye Hospital and Regional Institute of Ophthalmology, Hyderabad in 2008
- Fellowship in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus from Narayana Nethralaya, Bangalore (2009–2011)​
- Fellowship in Neuro-Ophthalmology from Johns Hopkins Hospital, USA (2015)​
Professional Experience:
- She currently works as a consultant pediatric ophthalmologist, neuro-ophthalmologist, and adult squint specialist in Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad
Notable Achievements:
- Youngest pediatric ophthalmologist in the country to be awarded the FAICO (Fellow of the All India Collegium of Ophthalmology) Fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus by the All India Ophthalmic Society in 2010.
- Presented papers and posters at various national and international conferences.
Professional Memberships:
- Hyderabad Ophthalmic Association
- All India Ophthalmological Society
Fellowships:
- Fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus from Narayana Nethralaya, Bangalore
- Fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus from All India Collegium of Ophthalmology
- Fellowship in Neuro-Ophthalmology from Johns Hopkins Hospital, USA