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DR. SANJALI WADHOKAR

Consultant Ophthalmologist Surgeon

Qualification

MS, DNB (Ophthalmology) FPRS, MBA(Healthcare Management)

Dr. Sanjali Wadhokar is a highly accomplished and skilled Ophthalmologist with over a decade of experience in advanced eye care. Specializing in phacoemulsification cataract surgery, refractive surgery, and other cutting-edge vision treatments, she is passionate about utilizing the latest technologies to improve patient outcomes and advance the field of ophthalmology.

Dr. Wadhokar holds an MS in Ophthalmology, DNB Ophthalmology, and has completed an esteemed Fellowship in Phacoemulsification & Refractive Surgery (FPRS) from Rajiv Gandhi Health University, Bangalore. She is a MNAMS (Member of the National Academy of Medical Sciences) and has also earned an MBA in Healthcare Management. Her surgical expertise includes over 1,000 cataract surgeries and a strong focus on refractive surgery techniques, ensuring her patients receive personalized, high-quality care.

With a strong academic presence, Dr. Wadhokar has presented at leading international conferences, including the European Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons Conference in Milan (2022), and has received several prestigious awards such as the International Ophthalmic Hero Award from the All India Ophthalmic Society (2023). She is also recognized for her research contributions, particularly in the areas of dynamic vault changes following intraocular lens implantation and the safety and efficacy of femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery.

Her work continues to influence the advancement of ophthalmic practices through academic publications and cutting-edge research, with an ongoing commitment to staying at the forefront of evolving medical technologies and surgical techniques. Beyond her clinical and academic achievements, Dr. Wadhokar is also dedicated to patient education and community outreach, aiming to make quality eye care accessible to all.

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

Research & Publications

Notable Research Presentations
  • Intraocular Lens Power Calculation: Faculty Speaker at the All India Ophthalmology Conference, Kochi (2023).
  • Dynamic Vault Changes Following Implantation of Phakic Intraocular Lenses: Presented at the European Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons Conference (2022) in Milan, Italy.
  • Comparison of Epithelial Aberrations Following SMILE: Presented at the European Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons Conference (2022) in Milan, Italy.
  • Phakic Toric Implantable Lenses: Randomized clinical study presented at national conferences.
  • Painful External Ophthalmoplegia in Uncontrolled Type 2 Diabetes: Oral presentation at the 3rd International Diabetes Summit (2019), Pune.
Awards and Recognition
  • President's Choice Award for best paper presentation on lens-induced glaucoma at Eyelite 2020, Nanded Ophthalmological Society.
  • Trainee Bursary Grant for research on phakic intraocular lenses at the European Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons Conference (2022).
  • International Ophthalmic Hero Award at the All India Ophthalmology Conference (2023)
Publications

Dr. Wadhokar has published several influential papers in peer-reviewed journals :

  • Comparison of Dynamic Vault Changes Following Implantation of Phakic Intraocular Lenses (Journal of Refract Surgery, 2023).
  • Changes in Endothelial Cell Density after Conventional Phacoemulsification and FLACS in Dense Cataracts (Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery, June 2024).
  • A Rare Case of Invasive Aspergillosis in an Immunocompetent Patient (Paripex Indian Journal of Research, 2022).
  • Factors Affecting Visual Outcome in Lens-Induced Glaucoma Patients (Paripex Indian Journal of Research, 2020).
  • Safety and Efficacy of Two Fluorescein Dyes in Pre-Refractive Surgery Workup (Under review).
TIMINGS
  • Pawana Multispeciality Hospital, Somatane, Pune Consultant and Department Head Ophthalmology 11.00 to 3.00pm
  • Sevadham Hospital, Talegaon, Pune Consultant Ophthalmology 3.00pm to 5.00pm
  • Pawana Speciality Clinic, Talegaon, Pune Consultant Ophthalmologist 6.00pm to 8.00pm
Patient Care and Community Outreach

Beyond her clinical and academic achievements, Dr. Wadhokar is passionate about patient education and community outreach, ensuring that quality eye care is accessible to all. Her dedication extends to mentoring the next generation of ophthalmologists, fostering both clinical excellence and compassionate care.

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