Retinal Lasers in Versova – Divyajyoti Eye Hospital, Andheri West
Retinal laser is a short outpatient procedure, and for people in Versova it fits easily into an evening because there is no hospital stay and no long recovery afterwards. It is used to seal leaking blood vessels in diabetic eye disease, to treat abnormal new vessels and to secure a retinal tear or weak area before it leads to detachment. The eye is numbed with drops, the pupil is dilated and a contact lens is placed on the eye while the green laser is applied, usually taking a few minutes. Vision may be blurred and the eye a little sore for a short time, so a companion for the trip home is sensible. The retina is examined first, often with fundus photography, so that the laser is planned rather than guessed. Versova is about 10 minutes east along J.P. Road, opposite the 7 Bungalows depot, with OPD from 5:00 to 8:30 PM.
Reaching us from Versova
Divyajyoti Eye Hospital, Andheri West is a short run east along J.P. Road, roughly 10 minutes depending on traffic.
Versova sits at the western end of J.P. Road, so reaching our 7 Bungalows centre is essentially a straight run back east along the same road you already use for everything else. Most patients from Yari Road, the village side and the lanes behind the beach take an auto and are with us in roughly 10 minutes outside peak hours. If you prefer the Metro, Versova is the terminus of the Blue Line (Line 1) and D.N. Nagar is a couple of stops away, with a short auto ride from there. Because our OPD runs Monday to Saturday from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM, the many people here who work in film, television and post-production can come after a shift rather than losing a working day. Autos are easy to find on J.P. Road in the evening.
Nearby landmarks
- Versova Beach
- Versova Metro Station (Line 1)
- Versova Fishing Village
- Yari Road
- J.P. Road
Jyoti Apartment, Ground Floor, Opp. 7 Bungalows Bus Depot, J.P. Road, Andheri (West), Mumbai - 400 053
OPD Mon - Sat 5 p.m. - 8.30 p.m. (closed Sunday)
About Retinal Lasers
Green laser photocoagulation to seal leaking retinal vessels and secure retinal tears, performed as an outpatient procedure.
Who is this for?
Retinal laser may be advised for:
- Diabetic retinopathy that has reached a stage where laser is indicated.
- A retinal tear, hole or area of lattice degeneration found on a dilated examination.
- Retinal vein occlusion causing leakage or abnormal new vessels.
- High myopia in which peripheral retinal weakness has been detected.
- Anyone reporting a sudden increase in floaters or flashes who is found to have a retinal break.
The decision follows a dilated retinal examination, supported by fundus photography and, where needed, fluorescein angiography or OCT. Not everyone with retinopathy needs laser, and the timing matters, so this is decided case by case with your retina specialist.
What the procedure involves
- Dilating drops are instilled and take about 30 minutes to work fully.
- Anaesthetic drops numb the surface of the eye.
- You sit at a slit lamp and rest your chin and forehead on the supports.
- A contact lens is placed on the eye so that the laser can be focused accurately on the retina.
- The laser is applied in short bursts. You will see bright flashes and may feel a pricking or aching sensation, more so where treatment is extensive.
- Laser application usually takes about 10 to 20 minutes, so allow an hour or more at the clinic including dilation.
- The eye is examined afterwards and a follow-up is scheduled. More than one sitting may be required.
Recovery and follow-up
You go home the same day. Vision is blurred for a few hours from the dilating drops and often for a day or two from the laser itself, so arrange for someone else to take you home and bring sunglasses.
Blurred vision, glare, seeing spots or a mild headache for a few days are common and usually settle. Where treatment has been extensive, some patients notice a reduction in peripheral or night vision; your doctor will discuss this with you beforehand when it is relevant to your case.
Many people resume normal activity quickly, following any restrictions your doctor gives. Keep the follow-up appointment so that the treated area can be checked and further sittings planned. Report increasing pain, a sudden shower of floaters, flashing lights or a curtain across the vision without delay.
Common questions about Retinal Lasers in Versova
The eye is numbed with drops, and most patients feel flashes of light and mild discomfort rather than pain. Some soreness afterwards is common.
Yes. It is an outpatient procedure. Because the pupil is dilated, please bring someone to accompany you.
No. Its aim is to prevent further damage by sealing leaks or securing weak areas of the retina.
Ask us about Retinal Lasers
OPD runs Mon - Sat 5 p.m. - 8.30 p.m. (closed Sunday). Call or WhatsApp us and our front desk will help you. Cashless mediclaim and TPA empanelment available.