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Dr NIYA JOY K

Dr NIYA JOY K

ERNAKULAM

Summary

Dynamic and patient-focused Specialist Ophthalmologist with extensive clinical experience in tertiary and corporate healthcare settings, including Aster Medcity, Kochi, Aravind Eye Hospital, Chennai, and Amrita Hospital, Kochi. Skilled in the diagnosis and management of a wide spectrum of ophthalmic disorders, with expertise in medical retina, retinal disease management, intravitreal injections, retinal laser procedures, and comprehensive ophthalmic evaluation. Experienced in delivering high-quality, evidence-based patient care while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Adept at managing diverse patient populations in fast-paced corporate hospital environments, with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, patient satisfaction, continuous professional development, and achieving optimal visual outcomes.

Overview

4
4
Languages
13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Specialist

Aster Medcity
Cochin
05.2025 - Current
  • Conducted comprehensive ophthalmic evaluations, including slit-lamp and dilated fundus examinations.
  • Diagnosed and managed anterior and posterior segment diseases based on evidence-based practices.
  • Evaluated and treated retinal disorders such as diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration.
  • Performed and interpreted various ophthalmic investigations, including OCT and fluorescein angiography.
  • Administered intravitreal injections and performed retinal laser procedures as necessary.
  • Diagnosed uveitis, providing appropriate medical treatment and follow-up care.
  • Assessed glaucoma, cataracts, ocular surface diseases, and emergency ophthalmic cases.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams on systemic diseases with ocular manifestations.

Trainee

Aravind Eye Hospital Coimbatore
Coimbatore
01.2025 - 01.2025

Trained at Aravind Eye Hospital to diagnose and treat retinoblastoma and Coats disease.

Specialized in pediatric lasers for effective treatment outcomes.

Gained expertise in genetic aspects of ophthalmic diseases.

  • Participated in patient management to ensure comprehensive care.
  • Telescreening projects in ROP

Postdoctoral Fellow

Aravind Eye Hospital Chennai
Chennai
12.2023 - 11.2024

Oversaw daily management of approximately 500 outpatient department patients in vitreoretinal services and uvea department.

Administered over 1,000 intravitreal injections, specializing in Ozurdex implants.

Conducted diverse retinal laser treatments using slit lamp and LIO delivery methods.

  • Achieved proficiency in PRP focal ,Micropulse,TTT and barrage laser techniques.
  • Developed diagnostic and management skills for retinopathy of prematurity cases.
  • Diagnosed and managed uveitis and other inflammatory eye diseases under consultant supervision.
  • Performed comprehensive ophthalmic examinations including slit-lamp biomicroscopy and indirect ophthalmoscopy.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient management.

Consultant in Ophthalmology

Fathima Eye Hospital
Thoppumpady
04.2023 - 11.2023
  • Independently managed outpatient department with an average of 50 to 70 operations daily.
  • Streamlined patient care processes through coordination with sub speciality departments
  • Conducted patient consultations to assess eye health needs efficiently.
  • Created training resources for staff on effective patient interaction techniques.
  • Evaluated patient feedback, leading to improvements in service quality.
  • Introduced innovative scheduling systems to enhance appointment management efficiency.
  • Organized workshops focusing on advancements in eye care treatments.
  • Facilitated communication across departments to improve operational effectiveness.

Ophthalmology Resident

Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences
Cochin
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Gained confidence and expertise in managing clinical conditions in anterior segment and retina under guidance of experienced teachers.
  • Attended specialty clinics, enhancing exposure to diverse ophthalmic cases.
  • Performed 30-40 small incision cataract surgeries under supervision and conducted 10 pterygium surgeries with autograft.
  • Administered 10 intravitreal injections and completed 10 YAG capsulotomies.
  • Assisted in keratoplasties, vitrectomies, trabeculoplasties, and glaucoma drainage device implantations.
  • Participated in various CME quizzes and academic sessions organized by COC and KSOS.
  • Conducted comprehensive eye examinations for varied patient populations, documenting findings and treatment plans.
  • Educated patients on ocular health management, medications, and post-operative care.

RMO

Thrikkakara municipal Co operative Hospital
Kakkanad
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Worked as RMO in various hospitals in Kochi (Thrikakkara Municipal Co-op Hospital mainly).

Assistant Surgeon (on adhoc basis)

Mundathikode
08.2014 - 02.2015
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases or develop new protocols for treating specific diseases.
  • Mainly i was posted at Govt Mental Health Centre, Thrissur
  • I worked as in charge doctor at PHC Mundathikode

RMO

01.2014 - 09.2014
  • Conducted outpatient department postings in medicine, pediatrics, orthopedics, surgery, obstetrics, cardiology, anesthesia, and dermatology.
  • Completed emergency medicine and casualty postings to enhance clinical skills.
  • Managed community health center postings for two months at Periyar Hospital Kumily in Idukki.
  • Participated in community health center operations at Nellad for two weeks.
  • Executed health check-ups at rural sub-centers under MOSC Community Health Department for two weeks.
  • Facilitated immunization camps to promote public health initiatives.
  • Led health education programs in rural areas to raise awareness on health issues.
  • Attended training sessions and meetings to acquire new knowledge and improve personal competencies.

Education

Medical Management of ROP & Paediatric Retinal Diseases -

ARAVIND EYE HOSPITAL
COIMBATORE
01.2025

Fellowship in Medical Retina -

ARAVIND EYE HOSPITAL
CHENNAI
12.2024

MS - OPHTHALMOLOGY

AMRITA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
KOCHI
12.2022

CRRI -

12.2014

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery -

MOSC Medical College
KOLENCHERY
12.2012

Some College (No Degree) - Cataract Surgery Training

Training In SICS/Phaco
Aravind Eye Hospital Coimbatore

Skills

  • Ophthalmic evaluation
  • Retinal disease management
  • Intravitreal injections
  • Laser procedures
  • Comprehensive eye examinations
  • Patient consultations
  • Pediatric lasers
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Emergency case handling
  • Retinal disorders

Affiliations

  • COCHIN OPHTHALMIC CLUB, 2019
  • KSOS, 2019
  • AIOS, 2022
  • VITREORETINAL SOCIETY OF INDIA, 2025
  • Uveitic Society of India, 2026

Accomplishments

  • Second Prize in Dr. S. K. Sundaramurthy Memorial Post Graduate Quiz - Lotus Eye Trendz 2022
  • Best of Papers Presented on ‘Public Health Awareness’ on Glaucoma Titled ‘From Ignorance to Knowledge’ - FOPI Raigarh 2022
  • Co-authored a Chapter on ‘Imaging in Trauma’ in ‘Handbook of Ocular Trauma’
  • Outstanding Performance in National Junior Resident Online Quiz
  • Attended Various CME Programmes

Husband Occupation

CONSULTANT PAEDIATRICIAN, DEVI HOSPITAL THRIPUNITHURA (since 2016)

Daughter

Nainika Mariyam Nidhin-Std 1 student at The Choice School Thripunithura

Languages

  • ENGLISH
  • MALAYALAM
  • TAMIL

Personal Information

  • Father's Name: JOY K.T.
  • Mother's Name: BEENA K.C.
  • Husband's Name: DR NIDHIN V MATHEW
  • Daughter:Nainika Mariyam Nidhin
  • Date of Birth; 11th October 1987
  • Address:Mather Berrywoods 16 E Apartment Chembumukku Thrikkakara Ernakulam

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Malayalam
Native
Native
Tamil
Beginner
A1
Hindi
Beginner
A1

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Specialist

Aster Medcity
05.2025 - Current

Trainee

Aravind Eye Hospital Coimbatore
01.2025 - 01.2025

Postdoctoral Fellow

Aravind Eye Hospital Chennai
12.2023 - 11.2024

Consultant in Ophthalmology

Fathima Eye Hospital
04.2023 - 11.2023

Ophthalmology Resident

Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences
01.2019 - 01.2022

RMO

Thrikkakara municipal Co operative Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2019

Assistant Surgeon (on adhoc basis)

08.2014 - 02.2015

RMO

01.2014 - 09.2014

Medical Management of ROP & Paediatric Retinal Diseases -

ARAVIND EYE HOSPITAL

Fellowship in Medical Retina -

ARAVIND EYE HOSPITAL

MS - OPHTHALMOLOGY

AMRITA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES

CRRI -

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery -

MOSC Medical College

Some College (No Degree) - Cataract Surgery Training

Training In SICS/Phaco
Dr NIYA JOY K