Dr Rajesh Fogla
Senior Consultant Specialist · Apollo Hospital
Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills Hyderabad• View Hospital★ Keratoconus Management25+ Yrs. Experience
MBBS (Gold Medalist)DNB (Ophthalmology)FRCS (Edinburgh)FRC Ophthal (London)FACS (USA)
Quick Facts
- Department
- Keratoconus Management
- Qualifications
- MBBS (Gold Medalist), DNB (Ophthalmology), FRCS (Edinburgh)
- Experience
- 25+ Years
- Hospital
- Apollo Hospital
- Location
- Delhi NCR, India
- International Support
- Visa Assistance & Interpreters
About Dr Rajesh Fogla
Dr Rajesh Fogla is Director of the Cornea Clinic and Senior Consultant Eye Surgeon at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, since 2005, with 25-30 years of experience in ophthalmology. His core specialities include corneal surgery, refractive surgery, and complex cataract procedures, and he has pioneered innovative surgical techniques for corneal transplantation, LASIK, and keratoconus management. He treats age-related macular degeneration, astigmatism, and corneal ulcers, performing laser cataract surgery (FLACS) with premium IOL implantation and glaucoma screening and management. Dr Fogla completed his MBBS (Gold Medalist) from Gauhati Medical College, Assam, in 1992, and his DNB in Ophthalmology from the National Board of Examinations, New Delhi, in 1997, adding FRCS (Edinburgh), FRC Ophthal (London), FACS (USA), and MMed (Singapore). He trained at Sankara Nethralaya, Chennai, for 7 years, and is Founding Member and Past President of the Cornea Society of India, earning the Achievement Award from the AAO and APAO.
Education & Qualifications
MBBS (Gold Medalist) — Gauhati Medical College, Assam (1992)
DNB (Ophthalmology) — National Board of Examinations, New Delhi (1997)
FRCS (Edinburgh)
FRC Ophthal (London)
FACS (USA)
MMed (Singapore)
Clinical Career Timeline
Director, Cornea Clinic & Senior Consultant Eye Surgeon — Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad (2005-present)
Cornea Consultant — Sankara Nethralaya, Chennai (7 years)
Accreditations & Professional Memberships
Achievement Award, American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (APAO)
Gold medals from Intraocular Implant & Refractive Society of India and international bodies in Italy
Founding Member and Past President, Cornea Society of India
Languages Spoken
EnglishHindi🌐 Multilingual Interpreter Support Available (Arabic, Russian, French)
Treatments Performed
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Core Speciality
Keratoconus Management
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Core Speciality
Corneal Disease
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Core Speciality
Glaucoma Management
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Core Speciality
Cataract Surgery
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Core Speciality
Refractive Surgery
Interventional & Quaternary Procedures3 Procedures
Laser cataract surgery (FLACS) with premium IOL implantationRefractive surgery (Contoura, CLEAR, ICL)Corneal transplantation and keratoconus management
Advanced Diagnostics & Specialized Surgeries2 Procedures
Glaucoma screening and managementDry eye and ocular surface disorder management
Practices At
Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills Hyderabad
Road No 72 Opp. Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan School Jubilee Hills, Film Nagar, Hyderabad, Telangana 500033
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What to Expect: Eye Care/ Ophthalmology
Comparative Benchmarks · India vs US / UKSave 70% – 85% in India
| Procedure | US / UK Estimate | India Package Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phaco Cataract Surgery with Foldable IOL (Per Eye) | $7,500 US/UK | $950 – $1,600 in India | 80% Less |
| Bladeless Femto-LASIK / Contoura Vision (Both Eyes) | $5,800 US/UK | $850 – $1,500 in India | 75% Less |
| Glaucoma Surgery (Trabeculectomy / Ahmed Valve) | $9,200 US/UK | $1,200 – $2,200 in India | 78% Less |
| Corneal Transplantation (DALK / DSEK / PK) | $18,500 US/UK | $2,400 – $3,900 in India | 80% Less |
| Vitrectomy / Retinal Detachment Surgery | $16,000 US/UK | $2,100 – $3,600 in India | 79% Less |
Medical Advisory: Illustrative cost benchmarks include surgeon fees, standard implants/lenses, operation theatre charges, nursing, and standard hospital stay. Final quotes are confirmed by the hospital medical board after reviewing personal clinical scans.
Reviews
Amara Okafor
“Dr. Dr Rajesh Fogla provided an exhaustive clinical consultation. Marlin coordinated all pre-travel scans and hospital admission seamlessly.”
Kareem Al-Mansoor
“Exceptional surgical skill and world-class post-operative care at Apollo Hospital. Highly recommended for international patients.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
1Q: What does Dr Rajesh Fogla specialise in?
Ans: He specialises in corneal surgery, refractive surgery, and complex cataract procedures.
2Q: How many years of experience does Dr Fogla have?
Ans: He has 25-30 years of experience in ophthalmology.
3Q: What surgical techniques has Dr Fogla pioneered?
Ans: He has pioneered innovative techniques for corneal transplantation, LASIK, and keratoconus management.
4Q: What is Dr Fogla's leadership role in ophthalmology?
Ans: He is Founding Member and Past President of the Cornea Society of India.