The Department of Ophthalmology at Gokuldas Tejpal (GT) Hospital, Mumbai, has its origins within the historic academic framework of Grant Medical College and the Sir J. J. Group of Hospitals, one of India’s oldest and most prestigious medical institutions. Functioning for decades under this umbrella, the department contributed to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, while providing high-volume, affordable ophthalmic care to the urban population. It developed alongside the rich legacy of ophthalmology in Mumbai, which dates back to dedicated eye institutions established in the 19th century. In 2024, a significant transition occurred with the establishment of Government Medical College (GMC) Mumbai as an independent institution based at GT Hospital, along with Cama Hospital, marking the department’s evolution from the JJ Group system to an independent academic entity while continuing its commitment to quality training and comprehensive eye care.
Ex Heads of the department:
Dr. Neelam Gawale
Dr. Sujata Chahande
Vision / Mission statement:
To deliver comprehensive, affordable, and high-quality ophthalmic care while training skilled ophthalmologists and advancing education, research, and community eye health.
Recent Updates (Last 1 year):
Camps under Namo Netra Sanjeevni swasthya Abhiyan
OPD Camps under Department of community medicine
Glaucoma awareness week- Skits, Role plays, Lectures
OPD number, location, days and timing S:
OPD no. 20, 1st Floor, Main OPD building GT hospital, 9 AM-1 PM
Last year data:
IPD count: NIL (Operating theater is under repair)
OPD count: 6802
| Name | Qualifications | Designation | Permanent / Contractual / Bonded | Total Teaching Experience | Specific Areas of Interest / Expertise | Special Awards Received by Faculty | Faculty Photo |
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| Dr. Harsha Shejao | MBBS, MS (Ophthalmology) | Assistant Professor | Contractual | 2 years | Pediatric Ophthalmology, ROP | - |
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| Dr. Diksha Pande | MBBS, MS (Ophthalmology) | Senior Resident | Bonded | 1 month | - | - |
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| Dr. Divya Sonawane | MBBS | Junior Resident (Non Academic) | Contractual | - | - | - |
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Services offered by department:
General Ophthalmology, Refraction, Cataract Assessment, Glaucoma Screening, Screening for Diabetic and Hypertensive Retinopathy, Comprehensive Eye OPD Services, Pediatric Ophthalmology Services, Community Ophthalmology Services, Basic Ocular Emergency Care, Fundus Evaluation, Cataract Counseling, Spectacle Prescription Services, Vision Screening Camps, and Eye Health Awareness Activities including Glaucoma Awareness Programs, Skits, Role Plays, and Lectures.
Advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities/equipments available:
Slit Lamp Biomicroscope, Applanation Tonometer, Indirect Ophthalmoscope, Direct Ophthalmoscope, Retinoscope, Auto Refractometer, Trial Lens Set, A-Scan Biometry, Keratometer, Fundus Camera, OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography), Perimeter/Visual Field Analyzer, Pachymeter, YAG Laser & Green Laser, Minor OT Procedures, Digital Vision Testing Equipment.
Specialised services offered by department: Retinopathy of prematurity Screening