SICS and Phaco Surgical Training at Drishti Netralaya. Hands-on surgical fellowships for practising ophthalmologists looking to build or strengthen their cataract surgery skills in a high-volume surgical setting.
Under the expert supervision of senior surgeons Dr. Ramesh Kumar Agarwalla and Dr. Isha Agarwalla. Open to both Indian and foreign nationals.
| Programme | Duration | Fee / Stipend | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| SICS Fellowship | 3 Months |
Rs. 2,00,000 Indian
USD 4,000 Foreign
|
Practising ophthalmologists with MS, DO, or DNB degree |
| Phaco Fellowship (Short-Term) | 3 Months |
Rs. 2,50,000 Indian
USD 5,500 Foreign
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Practising ophthalmologists with MS/DO/DNB and SICS experience |
| Phaco Fellowship (Long-Term) | 10–12 Months | Stipend: Rs. 40,000 / month | Proficient in SICS with 700+ independent SICS surgeries done |
| DCR Hands-On Fellowship | 2 Weeks | Rs. 1,00,000 | Residents, DNB/DO trainees, consultants & fellows |
| Oculoplasty Observership | 2 Weeks | Rs. 1,00,000 | Residents, DNB/DO trainees, and consultants |
Teaches manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery (SICS) as a foundational skill and a stepping stone towards phacoemulsification. Training is heavily practical, spending most time in the wet lab and OT guided by faculty.
Teaches phacoemulsification using current techniques and advanced machines. Fellows work with different phaco units under faculty guidance.
Designed for surgeons seeking concentrated exposure to phaco.
75 Phaco SurgeriesExtensive opportunity covering both SICS and Phaco surgeries.
Download the fellowship brochure for complete fees, terms, and guidelines.
Clinical, Surgical & Wet-Lab Exposure
Practise on animal eyes before operating on live patients. Includes hands-on phaco machine time.
Surgeries occur under direct guidance of senior instructors until you reach full independent confidence.
Experienced consultants evaluate operated cases regularly to review surgical outcomes and techniques.
Maintain a personal logbook of all cases. SICS participants can document and retain video recordings of their surgical steps.
Structured teaching sessions supported by curated instructional video modules and lecture series.
Taught with one-on-one mentoring by Dr. Isha Agarwalla (Oculoplasty, Orbit & Lacrimal Surgeon).
Full-time, immersive dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) programme.
Short clinical observational training programme.
Train under experienced cataract and oculoplasty surgeons
Medical Director & Founder, Drishti Netralaya
MBBS, MD (Ophthalmology) with fellowship training from Aravind Eye Hospital, Madurai. His clinical focus covers cataract, glaucoma, and medical retina.
View Full ProfileOculoplasty, Cataract & Ocular Oncology Specialist
MBBS (Gold Medalist), DNB (Ophthalmology) with dual fellowship training in oculoplasty and cataract surgery. Instructs SICS, Phaco, DCR, and Oculoplasty.
View Full ProfileLimited fully furnished, air-conditioned rooms on premises (Rs. 15,000 – Rs. 20,000 / month, subject to availability). Please notify the team in advance or request assistance for nearby off-campus housing.
On-site canteen available for ordering daily meals. Local dining options and food delivery services are also easily accessible.
Located at Amolapatty Rly Gate, Dibrugarh, Assam 786001. Approx. 20 km from Dibrugarh Airport (DIB) & near Dibrugarh Town Railway Station (DBRG).
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