D. praveen

• Senior Consultant Ophthalmologist, L.V. Prasad Eye Institute, Bhubaneswar (2015–Present)
  • Specializing in cataract and refractive surgeries, including LASIK and phacoemulsification.
  • Conducting awareness programs on eye health and vision correction.
  • Supervising medical interns and postgraduate ophthalmology students.
• Associate Professor of Ophthalmology, SCB Medical College, Cuttack (2010–2015)
  • Training postgraduate students in advanced ophthalmic procedures.
  • Conducting research on age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.
• Resident Ophthalmologist, AIIMS Delhi (2003–2010)
  • Gained expertise in treating complex eye conditions and surgical procedures.
  • Assisted in over 3,500 cataract and refractive surgeries.

• Lead researcher in a study on "The Impact of Digital Screens on Vision Health in India" (Published in the Indian Journal of Ophthalmology, 2018).
• Co-authored a research paper on "New Techniques in Cataract Surgery for Faster Recovery" (Presented at the National Ophthalmology Conference, 2021).
• Participated in a WHO-funded study on "Diabetic Retinopathy Trends and Management in Rural India".

• Best Ophthalmologist Award – Indian Ophthalmic Association (2019).
• Excellence in Cataract Surgery – All India Ophthalmological Society (2020).
• Lifetime Contribution to Eye Care Research – Ministry of Health, Government of India (2022).

Dr. D. Praveen has made significant contributions to ophthalmology, vision correction, and cataract surgery, publishing multiple research papers in renowned medical journals. His study, "The Impact of Digital Screens on Vision Health in India", published in the Indian Journal of Ophthalmology (2018), analyzed the increasing prevalence of digital eye strain due to prolonged screen exposure and provided preventive strategies. Additionally, he co-authored "New Techniques in Cataract Surgery for Faster Recovery", which was presented at the National Ophthalmology Conference (2021), focusing on innovative surgical methods to enhance patient recovery. Furthermore, he played a key role in a WHO-funded study on Diabetic Retinopathy Trends and Management in Rural India, advocating for early screening programs to prevent blindness among diabetic patients. His research and clinical expertise have significantly improved vision care and eye disease management in India.