NGO organises free eye health camp
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Take your experience further with Premium access. Thought-provoking Opinions, Expert Analysis, In-depth Insights and other Member Only BenefitsIn a significant step towards making quality healthcare accessible to underserved communities, Mahavir Prasad Dalmia Jan Seva Trust, in collaboration with the Dayanand Medical College and Hospital, organised a free eye check-up and cataract surgery camp at Nav Durga Mata Mandir, Sarabha Nagar.
The camp was organised under the leadership of Dr Gurvinder Kaur, HoD, ophthalmology department, and guidance of Dr Bishav Mohan, professor and head cardiologist, Hero DMC Heart Institute.
The initiative drew an overwhelming response from residents, with around 480 patients receiving comprehensive eye examinations, medicines and spectacles. Of these, approximately 52 patients were identified for free cataract and corrective eye surgeries, which will be conducted at the DMCH.
Every visitor at the camp was provided with guidance on maintaining proper eye care and were encouraged to pledge for eye donation.