Dr. Poonam Yadav

Dr Poonam Yadav is an experienced ophthalmologist and cataract surgeon in Bangalore with over 31 years of experience in cataract surgery, refractive surgery, glaucoma management, LASIK, and paediatric ophthalmology. She currently practises as a Consultant at Manipal Hospital, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore.

Patients searching for the best eye specialist in Bangalore or a trusted cataract and refractive surgeon near Sarjapur Road will find in Dr Poonam the surgical precision, vast hands-on experience across thousands of procedures, and evidence-based approach that ensure the best possible vision outcomes.

Whether you need expert care for cataracts, glaucoma, LASIK, keratoconus, refractive correction, progressive myopia, or any eye-related concern, she provides comprehensive, evidence-based ophthalmic care. She consults in English and Hindi.

Area of Expertise

Cataract Surgery and IOL Implantation

Advanced phacoemulsification cataract surgery with expertise across a wide range of premium intraocular lens options.

• Cataract surgery using advanced phacoemulsification techniques
• Toric, trifocal, multifocal, and EDOF IOL implantation
• Foldable and non-foldable IOL placements
• Proficiency in Infiniti, Laureate, AMO Diplomax II, Protege, and Appasamy phaco platforms
• Over a thousand cataract surgeries performed

Refractive Surgery and Corneal Care

Comprehensive laser and implant-based vision correction along with specialised corneal disease management.

• LASIK surgery using Zyoptix, Allegretto 200/500, Hansatome, and Moria keratomes
• ICL/IPCL implantation for refractive correction (spherical and toric)
• C3R (Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking) for keratoconus
• Ortho-K lenses for refractive management
• PTK (Phototherapeutic Keratectomy)
• Keratoconus management including glasses, RGP lenses, and C3R

Glaucoma Management and Paediatric Ophthalmology

Expert screening, diagnosis, and medical and laser management of glaucoma alongside specialised eye care for children.

• Glaucoma screening, diagnosis, and medical management
• Selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT)
• Laser iridotomy and laser capsulotomy
• Diagnostic assessment using gonioscopy, HFA, and OCT
• Paediatric ophthalmology including progressive myopia and amblyopia management
• Pterygium surgery with graft glue
• Chalazion treatment

Professional Experience

Dr Poonam Yadav is currently associated with:

• Consultant, Manipal Hospital, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore

She has previously served as a Consultant at Vasan Eye Hospital, and her extensive career across leading ophthalmic centres has given her the depth to independently manage complex anterior segment cases, thousands of cataract surgeries, and advanced laser procedures with consistently high patient satisfaction.

Credentials, Qualifications, and Memberships

Educational Qualifications

• MBBS from Maharshi Dayanand University (Pandit Bhagwat Dayal Sharma University of Health Sciences), Rohtak, 1995
• DNB in Ophthalmology from Mohan Eye Institute (National Board of Examinations), 2002

Dr Poonam also completed an MPhil from BITS Pilani in collaboration with Tulane University, USA (1999), adding a strong academic and research dimension to her clinical practice.

Memberships

• All India Ophthalmological Society
• Karnataka Ophthalmological Society
• Bangalore Ophthalmological Society
• Delhi Ophthalmological Society

Registration

• Delhi Medical Council, Registration number 12747, since 2001

Book an Appointment

For expert consultation on cataract surgery, LASIK, glaucoma, refractive correction, keratoconus, paediatric eye care, or any ophthalmology concern in Bangalore, book an appointment with Dr Poonam Yadav through HexaHealth for a smooth and priority consultation experience.