| Attribute | Information |
| Department | Eye care (ophthalmology) |
| Hospital Location | Chetna Hospital, Sambhaji Nagar, Chinchwad, Pune |
| Key Services | Stitchless cataract surgery, glaucoma care, eye check-ups |
| Nearby Areas | Akurdi, Pradhikaran, Nigdi, Ravet, Walhekarwadi |
| Phone | 91686 90442 |
Why See an Eye Doctor in Chinchwad?
In Pimpri-Chinchwad, dust, pollution and long hours on screens all put strain on the eyes. Whether you work in Hinjewadi’s IT parks or run a business in Sambhaji Nagar, your eyes work hard every day.
Choosing an eye doctor close to home makes care easier. Follow-up visits are simpler, and you can get help quickly if a problem comes up.
Why Routine Eye Exams Matter
A regular eye exam does more than update your glasses. It also checks the health of the inside of your eye.
Many people expect eye disease to cause clear symptoms. In fact, some conditions, such as glaucoma, often cause no symptoms early on and are found at a routine eye test. Finding them early gives you more chance to slow or stop further vision loss.
The Eye Care Department at Chetna Hospital
The eye care (ophthalmology) department at Chetna Hospital, Sambhaji Nagar, Chinchwad, provides eye check-ups, cataract surgery and care for glaucoma and other eye conditions.
Contact:
Phone: 91686 90442 (eye department) / 9158681123 (main hospital line)
Website: chetnahospital.co.in
Location: Chetna Hospital, Sambhaji Nagar, Chinchwad
The team aims to explain each step of your care, help prevent problems where possible, and give clear advice on looking after your eyes in the long term.
| Benefit | Why It Matters | Commonly Found Issues |
| Vision clarity | Picks up small changes in vision that happen slowly over time. | Myopia (short-sightedness), presbyopia. |
| Early detection | Some eye diseases have no symptoms in the early stages. | Glaucoma, macular degeneration. |
| Screen use | Useful for people in PCMC who use screens for many hours a day. | Digital eye strain, dry eyes. |
| General health | The eyes can show signs of health problems elsewhere in the body. | Diabetes (diabetic retinopathy), high blood pressure. |
| Timing of surgery | Regular checks help you and your eye doctor decide when surgery is needed. | Cataract, refractive errors. |
| Children | Checks that children’s eyes are developing well for school. | Myopia, lazy eye (amblyopia), squint. |
Eye Conditions That Can Start Without Symptoms
Some eye conditions develop slowly and may not be noticed until damage has already happened.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma damages the optic nerve, which connects the eye to the brain. It is often linked to raised pressure in the eye, but it can also happen when the pressure is normal.
It usually develops slowly and often has no early symptoms. Side (peripheral) vision is usually affected first. Vision that has been lost cannot be brought back, but treatment can help stop it getting worse.
Your risk is higher if you are over 40, if a parent, brother or sister has glaucoma, or if you have diabetes or are very short- or long-sighted. The American Academy of Ophthalmology advises a baseline eye exam at 40. Ask your eye doctor how often you need checks after that.
Glaucoma that comes on suddenly is an emergency. Symptoms include intense eye pain, a red eye, blurred vision, rainbow rings around lights, headache and feeling sick. If this happens, go to an emergency department straight away or call 108 or 112.
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetes is common in India and can damage the small blood vessels in the retina. This is called diabetic retinopathy. It often has no symptoms in the early stages, so people with diabetes should have their eyes checked regularly, even when their vision seems fine.
Macular Degeneration
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) affects the macula, the part of the eye that gives sharp central vision. It can make reading, recognising faces and close work harder.
Early changes are not always noticed, especially if only one eye is affected. An eye exam can find them, and some types of AMD can be treated to slow vision loss.
What the Eyes Can Show About Your General Health
An eye exam is not only about vision. It can also give clues about your general health.
Changes in the blood vessels at the back of the eye can be a sign of high blood pressure or diabetes. Some inflammatory conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus, can affect the eyes too, and inflammation of the optic nerve can be an early sign of multiple sclerosis. If your eye doctor sees signs like these, they may suggest you see your family doctor or a specialist.
Screens and Digital Eye Strain
In Pune’s IT-heavy workplaces, many people spend most of the day on screens. This can lead to digital eye strain.
Symptoms include tired eyes, dryness, blurred vision and neck or shoulder ache. The main cause is that we blink less while looking at screens. There is no scientific evidence that blue light from screens damages the eyes, although using screens late at night can make it harder to fall asleep.
An eye doctor may suggest glasses for screen work, changes to your desk set-up, or lubricating eye drops if your eyes are dry. The American Academy of Ophthalmology does not recommend special blue-light-blocking glasses for computer use.
A simple habit helps: follow the 20-20-20 rule. Every 20 minutes, look at something about 20 feet (6 metres) away for at least 20 seconds.
Children’s Vision
Children learn a lot through what they see. Vision problems that have not been found can sometimes be mistaken for poor attention or learning difficulties.
Myopia (short-sightedness) is becoming more common in children, and spending more time outdoors may help lower the risk. Lazy eye (amblyopia) and squint (strabismus) respond better to treatment early in childhood.
Children should have their vision checked at regular stages as they grow, including before they start school. If you notice a squint, squinting, sitting very close to the TV or trouble seeing the board, book an eye check.
How Often to Have an Eye Exam
Eye care needs change with age.
Babies and young children have vision screening as they grow. Older children and teenagers may need checks as their glasses prescription changes. Adults who use screens a lot may notice eye strain. From about 40, near vision gets harder (presbyopia) and the risk of glaucoma rises. Older adults are more likely to have cataracts and macular degeneration.
As a general guide, adults should have an eye test at least every 2 years, and people aged 65 or over every 1 to 2 years. People with diabetes, high blood pressure or a family history of eye disease may need checks more often. Your eye doctor will advise you.
What Happens During an Eye Exam
An eye exam usually starts with questions about your health, your daily routine and any symptoms.
Then your vision, eye movements and eye pressure are checked. Drops may be used to widen (dilate) your pupils so the back of the eye can be seen clearly. If needed, scans such as OCT or corneal mapping may be done to help with diagnosis.
Your eye doctor should explain the results in plain language, so you understand what was found and what happens next.
Treatments Available
The eye care department provides cataract surgery by phacoemulsification (a small-incision method), along with care for glaucoma, diabetic eye disease and dry eye. Your eye doctor can also explain laser vision correction, such as LASIK, and whether it may suit you.
FAQ: Eye Health and Eye Exams
The eye care (ophthalmology) department at Chetna Hospital, Sambhaji Nagar, Chinchwad, provides eye check-ups, cataract surgery and glaucoma care. Call 91686 90442 to book.
Chetna Hospital works with many insurance companies and TPAs for cashless treatment. Please call 91686 90442 to check whether your policy covers your eye surgery.
Most adults should have an eye test at least every 2 years, and people aged 65 or over every 1 to 2 years. People with diabetes, high blood pressure or a family history of eye disease may need checks more often. Children should have their vision checked at regular stages as they grow. Your eye doctor will tell you how often you need to come back.
A dilated eye exam lets the eye doctor look at the optic nerve for signs of damage. To diagnose glaucoma, other tests are usually needed too, such as eye pressure measurement and a visual field (side vision) test.
An eye exam checks how clearly you see, whether you need glasses, your eye pressure, and the health of your retina and optic nerve. It can find early signs of cataract, glaucoma and macular degeneration, and signs of diabetes or high blood pressure affecting the eyes.
The 20-20-20 rule helps with digital eye strain. Every 20 minutes, look at something about 20 feet (6 metres) away for at least 20 seconds. This gives your eyes a short break and reminds you to blink.
Common signs include blurry vision, tired eyes, headaches, squinting, and trouble reading or focusing on screens. These can also have other causes, so an eye test will help find out.
Eye Care at Chetna Hospital
Why regular eye check-ups matter:
- Early detection: Many conditions, like glaucoma, have no early symptoms.
- Digital eye strain: Helpful for people who use screens for long hours in the PCMC/Akurdi area.
- Diabetes: Regular eye checks help find diabetic retinopathy early.
- Cataract: Regular checks help you and your eye doctor decide when surgery is needed.
What the department provides: Eye check-ups for all ages, stitchless cataract surgery, glaucoma care, and diagnostic tests for the eye, at Chetna Hospital in Sambhaji Nagar, Chinchwad.
Local access: The hospital is close to Chinchwad, Akurdi and Pradhikaran, and serves families from Nigdi, Ravet and Walhekarwadi. Care plans are made to suit each person’s age and needs.
When to get help straight away: go to an emergency department straight away, or call 108 or 112, if you have sudden loss of vision, a dark curtain or shadow over your vision, new flashes or floaters, a chemical in the eye, an eye injury, or severe eye pain with redness, headache or feeling sick.
To book an eye check-up, call the eye care (ophthalmology) department at Chetna Hospital on 91686 90442. Main hospital line: 9158681123. Chetna Hospital, Sambhaji Nagar, Chinchwad, Pune.
Getting Here from Chinchwad and PCMC
Chetna Hospital is in Sambhaji Nagar, Chinchwad. It is easy to reach from:
Chinchwad Gaon and Kalewadi (about 3 km): via the Pimpri-Chinchwad link road.
Chinchwad and Sambhaji Nagar: right in the local area.
Akurdi and Pradhikaran (2 to 3 km): via Tilak Bridge or Akurdi Station Road.
Nigdi and Yamuna Nagar (about 4 km): via the Old Pune-Mumbai Highway.
Ravet and Walhekarwadi (about 4.5 km): with direct road links to the hospital.
General health information, not a diagnosis. Reviewed and updated by Chetna Hospital’s content team with the help of AI writing tools, November 2026.
