Dr. Bhaskaran M
Consultant
Ophthalmology
20+ years of experience
Sankara Nethralaya
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About Dr. Baskaran M
- Dr. Baskaran M graduated from Dr. MGR Medical University in Chennai in 1995 and obtained a Diploma in Ophthalmology from the same university in 1998, followed by a Degree from the National Board of Examinations (DNB) in 1999.
- Currently serving as a Senior Consultant in the Department of Glaucoma at the Medical Research Foundation, Dr. Baskaran M has an extensive academic and professional background in the field of ophthalmology.
- Previously, he held key roles such as Clinician Scientist and Director (Research Clinic) at the Singapore Eye Research Institute and Singapore National Eye Centre. Additionally, he served as an Assistant Professor at Duke-NUS Medical Centre, Singapore, and as a Lecturer and Guide Scientist at Elite Optometry School and C U Shah PG Ophthalmology Institute.
- Dr. Baskaran M has played a pivotal role in academic mentorship, having supervised numerous MPhil and PhD students, contributing to the development of the next generation of eye care professionals.
- His prolific research output includes the publication of over 200 papers in peer-reviewed National and International Journals, with an impressive H-Index of 49 as of 2020.
- A sought-after expert, Dr. Baskaran M has delivered 80+ lectures as a guest speaker at various conferences and actively participated in more than 200 national and international conferences, showcasing his commitment to knowledge dissemination and continuous learning.
- As a clinical investigator, he has contributed significantly to the Epidemiology of Glaucoma and Genetics, notably in the Chennai Glaucoma Study and Singapore Epidemiology of Eye Diseases Studies.
- Dr. Baskaran M holds more than 6 patents for glaucoma devices and applications, highlighting his innovative contributions to the field. His research interests span a wide range, including Glaucoma-Angle Closure Glaucoma, IOP and Fixing Factors, Ultrasound Biomicroscopy, Drug Trials, Pre-and Post-Segment Imaging, Devices/Image Processing for Glaucoma, Trabecular meshwork biomechanics, and Epidemiology of glaucoma and genetics.
Qualification & Training of Dr. Baskaran M
- MBBS
- Diploma
- PHD
Areas of Clinical interests
- Glaucoma
- Cataract
- RCTs in glaucoma
List of Treatments
- LASIK
- Cataract surgery
- Refractive surgery
- Corneal transplantation
- Glaucoma surgery
- Photorefractive keratectomy
- Eye surgery
- Oculoplastics
- Trabeculectomy
- Laser surgery
- Strabismus surgery
- Vitrectomy
- Pneumatic Retinopexy
- Trabeculoplasty
- Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE)
- Intraocular lens
- Phototherapeutic keratectomy
- Radial keratotomy
- Scleral buckle
- Blepharoplasty
- Laser photocoagulation
- Laser
- Iridectomy
- Enucleation of the eye
Popular Hospitals
Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi
Established in 1996, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi is the first hospital in India to be Internationally Accredited by JCI consecutively for the fifth time. It is also accredited by NABH, NABL.
Aakash Healthcare Super Speciality Hospital, Dwarka New Delhi
Aakash Healthcare has been accredited by National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers (NABH). It is famous for its leading quality care in the field of Orthopaedic and Liver Transplant surgery.
Apollo Hospitals, Mumbai
Apollo Hospitals, Mumbai is one of the most advanced Multi-Speciality Quaternary Care hospitals in Bombay.
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon
Established in 2007, Artemis Hospital is an state-of-the-art, multi-speciality and the first JCI and NABH accredited Hospital in Gurgaon.
BLK-Max Super Specialty Hospital, New Delhi
Established in 1959, BLK-Max Super Specialty Hospital stands as a beacon of excellence in healthcare. Accredited by NABH, NABL, and JCI, it brings together cutting-edge technology and renowned professionals to offer world-class medical services to.
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi
With a legacy of over 34 years, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, has established itself as a pioneer in the field of cardiac care, and is recognized for its excellent services to numerous heart patients from.
Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI), Gurgaon
Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI) is a multi-super-specialty hospital with an enviable international faculty, reputed clinicians, including super-sub-specialists supported by cutting–edge technology.
Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai
The hospital has 750- bed hospital, 103+ full-time doctors, 520 nurses and about 200 paramedics, and is growing to fulfill the needs of the community in healthcare service.
Manipal Hospital, Dwarka, New Delhi
Manipal Hospital Dwarka, is a multi-super specialty hospital, delivering world-class healthcare, at an optimum cost.
Max Hospital, Gurgaon
Max Hospital has expertise across 35 specialized fields including Cardiac Sciences, Minimal Access, and Laparoscopic Surgery, Neurosciences, Urology, Orthopedics, Aesthetics, and Reconstructive Surgery, and Nephrology.
Medanta – The Medicity Multi-Super Specialty Hospital
Medanta – The Medicity is one of India’s largest multi-super specialty institutes located in Gurgaon, a bustling town in the National Capital Region.
KIMS Hospital Secunderabad, Hyderabad
KIMS hospital, Secunderabad, Hyderabad is a flagship multispecialty hospital that became operational in 2004.
Global Hospital, Chennai
Established in 1999, Gleneagles Global Hospitals, Chennai is one of India’s most renowned multi-organ transplant centres, accredited by NABH, NABL, and NABB.