Dipesh Yadav | Consultant Optometrist

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About Me

3+ Years of
Excellence

I am a qualified and professional Optometrist with experience in clinical diagnosis, management and dispensing, community outreach initiatives and research methodologies and data analytics. Strong creative and analytical skill. Team player with an eye for detail.

Currently serving as a Consultant Optometrist at AIIMS, New Delhi, I am actively involved in a groundbreaking research project evaluating the relationship of burning fuel wood and biomass cooking on human eyes, cardiac chronic illness and mental health.

EmailYadav.dipesh1200@gmail.com

LocationNew Delhi, India

Date of Birth22 April 1998

LanguagesEnglish, Hindi, Nepali, Bhojpuri

Current RoleConsultant Optometrist, AIIMS

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Academic Background

My Education

2018 — 2023

Bachelor of Optometry

All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)

New Delhi, India

Comprehensive training in optometric sciences including clinical diagnosis, patient management, optical dispensing, and research methodology at India's premier medical institution.

Master of Optometry

Pursuing

A postgraduate professional degree focused on advanced eye care, vision science, clinical optometry, contact lenses, ocular disease, rehabilitation, and research.

Skill Development:

Advanced diagnostic skill
Patient management
Research abilities
Clinical decision making
Communication skill

2016 — 2017

Higher Secondary Education

Pentagon International Secondary School

Completed higher secondary education with focus on science stream, laying the foundation for a career in medical sciences.

Professional Journey

Work Experience

Current Position

Present

Fellowship

AIIMS, New Delhi

Genetic Profiling of Childhood Glaucoma in India

Under PI: Prof. Viney Gupta

A rare but serious eye disorder that increases intraocular pressure (IOP), damaging the optic nerve and potentially leading to permanent vision loss.

Categories:

Primary Congenital Glaucoma (PCG)
Juvenile Open Angle Glaucoma (JOAG)
Secondary Childhood Glaucoma

Important Associated Genes:

CYP1B1 LTBP2 MYOC FOXC1

June 2023 — April 2026

Consultant Optometrist

AIIMS, New Delhi

Joined AIIMS Delhi as a Consultant Optometrist, providing comprehensive eye care and actively contributing to medical research.

Active Research Project

Evaluating the Relationship of Burning Fuel Wood and Biomass Cooking on Human Eyes, Cardiac Chronic Illness and Mental Health.

2022 — 2023

Optometrist (Internship)

AIIMS, New Delhi

Conducted comprehensive eye examinations
Assisted in diagnosing and treating refractive errors, cataract, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy
Participated in patient care management including pre and post-operative care for cataract surgery, refractive surgery, squint/orthoptics and dry eye
Utilized diagnostic equipment: autorefractors, slitlamps, tonometer, keratometers
Administered specialized tests: visual field testing, corneal topography, OCT, pentacam, IOL-master, I-trace, VEP, HVF, ocular surface analyser
Assisted in contact lens fitting, low vision aids dispensing
Contributed to departmental research projects and engaged in community camp and PHC/CHC activities