Dr. Abhijeet Desai is a highly experienced Oculoplastic and Cataract Surgeon with more than 22 years of expertise in advanced eye surgeries. He serves as the Director of Sohum Eye Centre and is associated with Dr. Agarwal Eye Hospitals, where he also conducts phaco training programs for international ophthalmologists. As the Chief Visiting Surgeon at Max Hospital, Gurgaon, he specializes in oculoplasty, cosmetic eyelid surgery, lacrimal procedures, and complex reconstructive surgeries. His extensive career across leading eye institutes in Mumbai and beyond reflects his strong clinical acumen, surgical precision, and commitment to excellence in ophthalmic care.
Educational Qualifications:
- MS (Ophthalmology)
- DOMS
- DNB
- FRCS – Edinburgh
- Training at Moorfields Eye Hospital, London
Professional Experience:
Current Roles:
- Director – Sohum Eye Centre (Dr Agarwal Eye Hospitals)
- Chief Visiting Surgeon – Max Hospital, Gurgaon
- Conducts Phaco Training Programs for Overseas Ophthalmologists
Previous Associations:
- Bhaktivedanta Eye Hospital, Mumbai
- Hinduja Hospital, Khar
- Laxmi Eye Institute, Panvel
- OJAS Eye Institute, Bandra
- Nagvekar Eye Clinic, Mumbai
- Parle Eye Clinic, Mumbai
- LM Patel Rotary Eye Hospital, Malad
- Ashish Eye Hospital, Jogeshwari
- Panorama Eye Clinic, Kandivali
- Renuka Eye Hospital, Nanded
- Aditya Jyot Eye Hospital, Wadala
Awards & Achievements:
- Gold Medal – DOMS
- Sohrab Hakim Gold Medal in Ophthalmology
- Publications in national & international journals
Professional Memberships:
- National Academy of Medical Sciences
- All India Ophthalmological Society
- European Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons
- Bombay Ophthalmologists’ Association
- Oculoplastics Association of India