Imphal: A one day exclusive free eye screening and treatment for BPL patients with RSBY smart card was organized at Shija Eye Care Foundation, Shija Hospitals and Research Institute. The camp was held on 21st April 2012 from 8 AM to 2 PM. Altogether 275 patients visited the OPD for screening. Of the total number of OPD, diagnoses were made for 40 Cataract, 24 Pterygium, 155 refractive errors and 56 other different ailments. The operable patient holding Smart Card issued by RSBY will be undergoing surgery at Shija Eye Care Foundation from 23rd to 26th April 2010.
Prof. (Dr) M. Lala, HOD, Shija Eye Care Foundation, Dr. Sachindra L, Consultant Ophthalmologist, Dr. K. Romen, Consultant Ophthalmologist and Dr. Kh. Noornika, Consultant Oculoplastic Sugeon participated in the camp along with the support staff of Shija Eye Care Foundation.
RSBY has recognized Ophthalmology Department of Shija Hospitals as a referral center for its beneficiaries. Under the RSBY scheme BPL patients with RSBY Smart card can avail sponsored surgeries absolutely free of cost to the patients.
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