Dr. Isha Agarwalla
MBBS (Gold Medalist), DNB (Ophthalmology)
Cataract, Oculoplasty & Ocular Oncology Specialist
Dr. Isha Agarwalla is a cataract, oculoplasty and ocular oncology specialist practising at Drishti Netralaya in Dibrugarh, Assam. Her clinical work sits at the intersection of three demanding sub-specialities of ophthalmology: restoring vision through cataract surgery, correcting eyelid, orbital and tear-duct conditions through oculoplasty, and managing tumours of the eye and surrounding tissue through ocular oncology. After completing her MBBS — during which she was awarded a gold medal — Dr. Agarwalla pursued postgraduate training through a DNB in Ophthalmology, followed by a dual fellowship that deepened her expertise in both oculoplastic and cataract surgery.
Her training has taken her through recognised centres for ophthalmic sub-speciality care, including Sri Sankaradeva Netralaya, Shroff Charity Eye Hospital in Delhi, and the Jules Stein Eye Institute at UCLA in the United States. This combination of Indian and international training has shaped an approach that draws on advanced surgical technique while remaining grounded in the practical realities of treating patients across Upper Assam, Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland.
With more than 13 years of ophthalmic training and practice, and over 6 years of independent surgical experience, Dr. Agarwalla has built a practice spanning routine cataract surgery with premium intraocular lenses, complex eyelid and orbital procedures, and the management of ocular tumours — a range of work that few ophthalmologists in the region cover under one roof. Alongside her clinical practice, she has contributed academically to the field, with more than 50 published research papers and recognition through multiple national and international awards.
At Drishti Netralaya, Dr. Agarwalla is part of a specialist-led model of care, where each major eye condition is managed by a doctor trained specifically in that area rather than a single general ophthalmologist covering every case. For patients in Dibrugarh and the wider Upper Assam region, this means access to sub-speciality oculoplasty and ocular oncology expertise that would otherwise typically require travel to a metro city.
Areas of Specialization
Comprehensive sub-speciality expertise integrating functional precision, modern technique, and reconstructive care.
Cataract Surgery
Centered on modern phacoemulsification paired with tailored premium Intraocular Lens (IOL) options to minimize dependence on glasses. Expert in complex surgeries requiring customized planning due to previous conditions or unique eye anatomy.
- Modern Phacoemulsification
- Premium IOL Selection
- Complex & Revision Cases
Oculoplasty
Specialized reconstructive and aesthetic care for structures around the eye—eyelids, tear ducts, and the orbit. Expert management for ptosis correction, blepharoplasty, lacrimal procedures, and revision cases requiring dedicated sub-speciality skill.
- Ptosis & Blepharoplasty
- Orbital & Lacrimal Surgery
- Functional & Aesthetic Overlap
Ocular Oncology
Diagnosis and surgical care for benign and malignant tumours of the eyelid, conjunctiva, and orbit. Combines complete tissue clearance with oculoplastic reconstruction to preserve critical eye function and maintain a natural aesthetic.
- Eyelid & Orbital Tumours
- Oncological Excision
- Tissue & Vision Preservation
5. Surgical Expertise
Premium IOL Cataract Surgery
Ptosis Correction
Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)
Orbit and Lacrimal Surgery
Complex and Revision Eyelid Surgery
Revision Cataract Surgery
Ocular Oncology
Qualifications & Professional Training
MBBS Gold Medalist
DNB in Ophthalmology
Dual Fellowship
Complex & Revision Surgery
Restoring vision and correcting complex outcomes demands dual-specialty precision, anatomical mapping, and individualized care beyond standard repeat procedures.
Why Revision Surgery Is Unique
Revision surgery is rarely a simple repeat of the initial procedure. Factors such as altered tissue planes, previous scar tissue, and structural changes must be carefully evaluated before proceeding.
Specialized Focus Areas
- Cataract Surgery Revisions Unresolved visual symptoms, optical glare, or sub-optimal lens outcomes.
- Eyelid Procedure Corrections Asymmetry, incomplete lid closure, or unexpected functional concerns.
Tailored Surgical Planning
Dr. Agarwalla evaluates every patient with structured diagnostic mapping, recognizing that not all previously operated eyes are candidates for simple correction.
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Academic & Professional Achievements
Dr. Agarwalla's academic record includes a gold medal awarded during her MBBS and contributions to the field through more than 50 published research papers. She has also received multiple national and international awards over the course of her training and practice.
Together with her clinical fellowship training in India and at the Jules Stein Eye Institute at UCLA, this academic and research background reflects a practice built on continuing engagement with the wider ophthalmology field, alongside day-to-day clinical work at Drishti Netralaya.
Dr. Isha Agarwalla's Approach to Patient Care
Because Dr. Agarwalla's practice spans cataract, oculoplasty and ocular oncology, her approach to each patient begins with a detailed evaluation rather than a standard treatment path. Eyelid, orbital and tumour-related conditions in particular often require weighing function — how the eye and eyelid work — against appearance, and treatment plans are built around what matters most for that individual patient.
Clear communication is part of this process: patients are given a realistic picture of what a procedure can and cannot achieve, so that decisions about surgery are made with a full understanding of the options. This individualised, evaluation-first approach reflects the broader model of specialist-led care at Drishti Netralaya.
Why Patients May Seek a Specialist in Oculoplasty & Ocular Oncology
Conditions affecting the eyelids, tear ducts, orbit and surrounding tissue sit in a part of ophthalmology that many general eye care practices don't manage in depth. A drooping eyelid, a blocked tear duct, an orbital mass, or a growth on the eyelid or conjunctiva can each have several possible causes, and the right treatment depends on an accurate diagnosis rather than a generic approach.
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Dual-Focus Care: These conditions also often affect both how the eye functions and how it looks, which means treatment decisions need to account for both.
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Precision Around Delicate Structures: Surgery in this area works close to delicate structures — the eyelid margin, tear-drainage system and the orbit — where surgical judgement affects long-term comfort and appearance, not just the immediate outcome.
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Focused Fellowship Training: This is part of why oculoplasty and ocular oncology are treated as distinct sub-specialities within ophthalmology, requiring focused fellowship training rather than general surgical experience alone.
Location & Accessibility
Drishti Netralaya is a NABH-accredited eye hospital providing comprehensive eye care across multiple ophthalmic specialities, with patients travelling from across Upper Assam, Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland for consultations and surgery.
As part of the hospital's specialist-led model, Dr. Agarwalla's cataract, oculoplasty and ocular oncology practice is based at this Dibrugarh centre.
Looking for a Cataract, Oculoplasty or Ocular Oncology Specialist in Dibrugarh?
Dr. Isha Agarwalla sees patients for cataract surgery (including premium IOL options), eyelid and orbital conditions such as ptosis and blepharoplasty, complex or revision eyelid and cataract cases, and tumours of the eyelid, conjunctiva or orbit.
If you or a family member has been advised to see a specialist for any of these conditions — or would like a second opinion after a previous surgery — you can book a consultation at Drishti Netralaya, Dibrugarh.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Isha Agarwalla specialises in cataract surgery, oculoplasty (eyelid, orbital and lacrimal surgery) and ocular oncology. She is trained in premium IOL cataract surgery, ptosis correction, blepharoplasty, and the management of eyelid, conjunctival and orbital tumours, and also sees complex or revision surgical cases.
Dr. Isha Agarwalla practises at Drishti Netralaya, Amolapatty Rly Gate, Dibrugarh, Assam – 786001, a NABH-accredited eye hospital serving patients from Upper Assam, Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland.
Oculoplasty is the ophthalmic sub-speciality that treats conditions of the eyelids, tear ducts and orbit (eye socket), rather than the eye itself. It covers procedures such as ptosis correction, blepharoplasty, and orbital and lacrimal surgery, where both eye function and appearance are involved.
Yes. Dr. Agarwalla performs ptosis correction surgery for a drooping upper eyelid, which can affect both vision and appearance depending on its severity.
Yes. Blepharoplasty, or eyelid reshaping surgery, is part of Dr. Agarwalla's oculoplasty practice, addressing both functional and aesthetic eyelid concerns.
Revision cataract surgery addresses complications or unresolved visual symptoms following a previous cataract operation. It requires a detailed assessment of the original surgery before deciding on further treatment, and Dr. Agarwalla evaluates these cases individually.
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