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Dr. Harikrishnan CP

Consultant Phaco Surgeon – Cataract & IOL Services

Education
MBBS
MS (Ophthalmology)
Fellowship in Phacoemulsification

Experience
9+ years

Visiting Specialist · Chaithanya Eye Hospital & Research Institute, India

Consulting from 11–15 October 2026

Location: EyeCare Hospital, Orchid Magu, Malé

About

Dr. Harikrishnan CP is a Consultant Phaco Surgeon in the Cataract and IOL Services department at Chaithanya Eye Hospital and Research Institute. His main interests are cataract and refractive surgery.

He completed his postgraduate training in ophthalmology at Amrita School of Medicine, Kochi, followed by a phacoemulsification fellowship at Comtrust Eye Hospital. Before joining Chaithanya in 2019, he worked as a consultant at Precise Eye Hospital.

Achievements

  • Best of Indian Journal of Ophthalmology Award, 2022
  • Paper presented on OCT in glaucoma progression, DRISHTI 2016

Specialisation

  • Phacoemulsification Cataract Surgery
  • Intraocular Lens (IOL) Selection & Implantation
  • Refractive Surgery

Qualifications

  • MBBS
  • MS Ophthalmology – Amrita School of Medicine, Kochi
  • Fellowship in Phacoemulsification – Comtrust Eye Hospital

Language Spoken

  • English
  • Hindi

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Frequently Asked Questions

A. If cloudy or blurred vision, glare from lights, or faded colours are making daily tasks like reading, driving or watching TV difficult, it may be time. A consultation and eye examination will confirm whether surgery is recommended.

A. No. The eye is numbed with anaesthetic before surgery, so most patients feel little or no discomfort. Mild irritation for a few days afterwards is normal.

A. Phaco is the most advanced and widely used cataract surgery method. The cloudy lens is removed through a very small incision and replaced with a clear artificial lens, allowing faster recovery.

A. Options include monofocal lenses for clear distance vision, and premium lenses such as multifocal and toric lenses, which can reduce the need for glasses or correct astigmatism. Your surgeon will recommend the best option for your eyes and lifestyle.

A. Most patients notice clearer vision within a few days and return to normal daily activities within a week. Full healing usually takes a few weeks, with follow-up checks along the way.

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