Dr. Shibal Bhartiya is a senior ophthalmologist with 23 years of experience and serves as Clinical Director of the Ophthalmology Program at Marengo Asia Hospitals, Gurugram. She specialises in diagnosing and treating various eye conditions, particularly glaucoma, a disease that can damage the optic nerve and lead to vision loss if left untreated. Her areas of expertise also include neuro-ophthalmology, dry eye, and other eye surface problems.
Dr. Bhartiya has extensive experience in managing conditions such as diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), and glaucoma. She also specialises in LASIK, a laser procedure used to correct certain vision problems. Her approach focuses on identifying eye conditions early and helping patients receive suitable treatment to protect their vision.
She completed her MBBS and MS in Ophthalmology at Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi, and received specialised clinical research training in cornea and glaucoma at Dr. R. P. Centre for Ophthalmic Sciences, AIIMS, New Delhi. She has also undertaken glaucoma research training at the University of Geneva, Switzerland, and is currently enrolled in a Doctorate in Medicine programme at the same university.
Alongside her clinical work, Dr. Bhartiya is actively involved in eye research and medical education. She has authored more than 200 research papers and 10 textbooks, and serves as Editor-in-Chief of Clinical and Experimental Vision and Eye Research and Executive Editor of the Journal of Current Glaucoma Practice. She is also the founder of Vision Unlimited, a social impact organisation focused on eye care, and is associated with several national and international ophthalmology organisations.
