In a groundbreaking achievement, Dr. Sri Ganesh, the founder of Nethradhama Super Speciality Eye Hospital, has successfully performed India's inaugural refractive cataract surgery utilizing the cutting-edge Femtis MPlus technology. This revolutionary procedure was introduced at the prestigious Phaco Festival 2024 in Bengaluru.

Cataract blindness is a prevalent issue in India, affecting approximately 38 lakh individuals annually. Refractive errors contribute significantly to early visual impairment cases, constituting 70.6 percent. Dr. Sri Ganesh's innovative approach aims to address both cataract and refractive errors concurrently. The c intraocular lens by Teleon not only reduces phaco time during surgery but also corrects corneal astigmatism.

The procedure ensures a circular capsulotomy, optimizing the function of the intraocular lens (IOL) and enhancing overall visual outcomes. Patients can expect continuous vision across all distances without experiencing side effects like haloes, glare, or negative dysphotopsia.

Commenting on this milestone, Dr. Sri Ganesh, Founder and CMD of Nethradhama Super Speciality Eye Hospital, expressed pride in their achievement, stating, “We are the first in India to offer a unique procedure that significantly improves patient care. Our advanced technology enhances the precision and effectiveness of cataract surgery, providing optimal visual outcomes in a single procedure. The FEMTIS MPlus IOL and automated capsulotomy set a new standard for cataract-refractive treatment in India. Unlike standard cataract surgery, where patients often require corrective eyewear for refractive errors, our refractive cataract procedure aims to eliminate the need for prescription glasses, offering high-quality vision correction post-cataract removal.”

Nethradhama Super Speciality Eye Hospital has a dedicated focus on advancing cataract surgical techniques and providing advanced pediatric eye care. Dr. Ganesh, with an impressive track record, has performed over 10 lakh Phaco surgeries and 7.5 lakh Refractive surgeries. This achievement marks a significant leap forward in the field, promising improved outcomes and a more efficient approach to cataract and refractive error correction in India.