Dehradun, October 8, 2026:
ARUNODAY TIMES
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Dehradun, has highlighted the importance of regular eye examinations and comprehensive ophthalmic care for people living with chronic health conditions such as diabetes, kidney disease and cardiovascular disorders. On the occasion of World Sight Day, specialists emphasised that these conditions can increase the risk of vision-threatening complications, including diabetic retinopathy, cataract, glaucoma and other retinal disorders.
Medical experts stressed that managing eye diseases in patients with underlying health conditions requires more than an eye examination alone. A comprehensive assessment of the patient’s overall health, combined with coordinated care between ophthalmologists and other medical specialists, is essential for planning appropriate treatment and improving patient outcomes.
Chronic Diseases Can Threaten Vision
Dr. B. M. Vinod Kumar, Consultant – Ophthalmology, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Dehradun, said chronic conditions such as diabetes, kidney disease and cardiovascular disorders can significantly increase the risk of complications affecting vision. These problems may develop without noticeable symptoms during their early stages, making timely diagnosis and treatment particularly important.
He added that the hospital offers advanced ophthalmic services, including cataract surgery, vitrectomy, retinal laser procedures, glaucoma treatment and corneal procedures, to manage a wide range of eye conditions.
According to specialists, regular eye examinations can help identify potential complications at an early stage, allowing patients to receive appropriate medical attention before significant vision loss occurs.
Coordinated Treatment Essential for Patients with Multiple Conditions
Dr. Sonal Bangwal, Consultant – Ophthalmology, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Dehradun, highlighted the importance of considering a patient’s overall health while planning eye treatment.
She explained that patients with diabetes may require treatment for retinal complications alongside appropriate blood sugar management. Similarly, individuals with kidney or heart disease may need evaluation and advice from the relevant specialists before undergoing an eye procedure.
Dr. Bangwal noted that coordination between different medical disciplines helps doctors develop treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs and supports safer, better-coordinated care.
Multidisciplinary Expertise Supports Better Patient Care
The hospital highlighted the role of specialists such as endocrinologists, nephrologists, cardiologists, paediatricians and anaesthetists in managing patients with complex medical conditions.
Access to multidisciplinary expertise can help coordinate treatment, assess potential medical risks and reduce the need for patients to visit multiple healthcare facilities for different aspects of their care.
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Dehradun, said it remains committed to providing patient-centric ophthalmic services supported by modern treatment facilities and collaboration across medical specialties. The focus is on timely diagnosis, appropriate treatment and preserving vision among patients across age groups.
About Max Healthcare
Max Healthcare Institute Limited is one of India’s major healthcare organisations, with a focus on clinical excellence, patient care, advanced medical technology and research.
The organisation operates a network of 21 healthcare facilities with more than 6,100 beds, with a significant presence in North India. Its network includes tertiary and quaternary care hospitals across Delhi NCR and other cities, including Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Mohali, Bathinda, Dehradun and Bhubaneswar, along with secondary care facilities and medical centres.
Max Healthcare also operates homecare and pathology services under the brands Max@Home and Max Lab, respectively. Max@Home provides health and wellness services at home, while Max Lab offers diagnostic services to patients beyond the hospital network.
Key Message: For people living with diabetes, kidney disease or heart conditions, regular eye examinations and coordinated medical care are important steps towards identifying eye complications early and helping preserve vision.
