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Dr. Sumit Randhir Singh

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Dr. Sumit Randhir Singh

DIRECTOR OF CLINICAL RESEARCH. Multiple Award 🏆 Winner

VITREO-RETINA SURGEON

MBBS(JIPMER), Gold medalist 🏅-MS(JIPMER),FLVPEI, Ex-consultant (LVPEI), Research scholar (UCSD USA)

Publications: More than 125 PUBMED-indexed articles and book chapters.

06/05/2026

Gratitude fills my heart as I won two awards 🏆🏆 at POSCON 2026. It's an honor to be awarded for something you love doing 😎.

05/05/2026

Myth vs Fact: Are Floaters Always Harmless?

Many patients say this with reassurance.

“I have been seeing floaters for years. They are normal.”
“My friend also has them. Nothing to worry about.”

And often, that is true.

Myth: Floaters are always harmless and can be ignored.
Fact: While many floaters are benign, a sudden increase in floaters can signal a serious retinal problem.

Floaters are small shadows cast on the retina by tiny clumps within the vitreous gel of the eye. As we age, the vitreous naturally changes, and occasional floaters can appear without causing harm.

However, when floaters appear suddenly, increase rapidly, or are accompanied by flashes of light, they may indicate a retinal tear or detachment.

This distinction is critical.

In routine practice, we often see patients who ignore these warning signs because they have experienced mild floaters in the past. By the time they seek care, the condition may have progressed, making treatment more complex.

The eye does not always give loud warnings. Sometimes, it signals quietly. The responsibility lies in recognising when a familiar symptom becomes something more.

If you notice a sudden shower of floaters, flashes, or a shadow in your field of vision, it is important to get a retinal examination at the earliest.

Not all floaters are dangerous. But some are too important to ignore.

03/05/2026

Honored to present at POSCON 2026 on the following topics:
1. Surgical Management of Chronic Rhegmatogenous Detachment with Subretinal Band.
2. FFA vs OCTA- Is it time to replace conventional FFA.
3. Multimodal imaging in typical and atypical CSCR: when, what, and why?

$Retina surgery is a discipline of precision.In the operating theatre, we work at a scale where even a fraction of a mill...$

11/04/2026

Retina surgery is a discipline of precision.

In the operating theatre, we work at a scale where even a fraction of a millimetre matters. The retina itself is thinner than a sheet of paper, yet it carries the entire burden of vision. Every movement, every decision, and every second is deliberate.

Procedures such as vitrectomy require us to remove the vitreous gel, relieve traction on the retina, and repair delicate structures using fine instruments and controlled illumination. The margin for error is minimal, and the responsibility is absolute.

What often goes unseen is the preparation that precedes surgery. Careful evaluation, imaging, planning the approach, anticipating possible complications, and aligning the entire team. By the time the patient enters the OT, the surgery has already begun in the mind.

There is no room for haste. There is only rhythm. A steady hand, a focused mind, and a team that moves in quiet coordination.

For patients, retina surgery is often the turning point between progressive vision loss and the possibility of recovery or stability. For us, it is a reminder that skill must always be matched with discipline and responsibility.

Technology has advanced significantly, allowing us to operate with greater safety and precision. But at its core, retina surgery remains a deeply human act of restoring what is fragile and essential.

In the OT, we do not think of scale. We think of one eye, one patient, one moment at a time.

24/03/2026

Most people associate eye problems with blurred vision. Things become unclear, distant objects are harder to see, and reading becomes difficult.

But sometimes, vision does not blur. It distorts.

Straight lines may begin to appear curved. Letters may look uneven. Faces may seem slightly altered. There may be a small dark or empty area in the centre of vision that was not there before.

These are often signs of problems involving the macula, the central part of the retina responsible for sharp and detailed vision.

Conditions such as diabetic macular edema, age-related macular degeneration, or macular holes can affect this area. In many cases, the changes begin subtly and progress gradually, which makes them easy to ignore.

One simple way to detect such changes early is through self-awareness. If straight lines on a page, a window frame, or a tiled floor begin to appear distorted, it is worth getting the retina examined without delay.

In retina care, early detection plays a decisive role. Treatments today can stabilise and in many cases improve vision, but only if the condition is identified at the right time.

Across both urban and rural settings, I often see patients who adapt to these changes instead of reporting them. The mind compensates. The other eye adjusts. And slowly, valuable time is lost.

Vision does not always disappear suddenly. Sometimes, it changes quietly.

Paying attention to those small changes can make all the difference.

22/03/2026

A dream does not become reality through magic; It requires sweat, determination and hard work!

20/03/2026

I'm thrilled to share that I've been invited as a NATIONAL FACULTY for the THIRD consecutive year at the Prestigious RETINA IMAGING CONGRESS in TRIVANDRUM, July 2026. 😊

07/03/2026

When Diabetes Affects Vision
Diabetes does not only affect blood sugar levels. Over time, it can quietly damage one of the most delicate and vital parts of the eye, the retina.

This condition is known as diabetic retinopathy. It occurs when prolonged high blood sugar damages the tiny blood vessels that nourish the retina. In the early stages, many people experience no symptoms at all. Vision may appear completely normal even while the disease slowly progresses.

That is what makes diabetic retinopathy particularly dangerous.

By the time vision begins to blur, dark spots appear, or straight lines start looking distorted, the disease may already be in an advanced stage. At this point treatment becomes more complex and the chances of restoring full vision are lower.

What many people do not realise is that timely screening can prevent most vision loss caused by diabetic eye disease.

Anyone living with diabetes should undergo a comprehensive retinal examination at least once a year. Regular screening allows us to detect changes early and intervene with treatments such as laser therapy, injections, or surgery before irreversible damage occurs.

Across India, diabetes is increasing rapidly, including in rural communities where awareness and access to retinal care remain limited. As ophthalmologists, our responsibility is not only to treat advanced disease but to emphasise the importance of early detection and consistent follow up.

Protecting vision in people with diabetes begins with awareness, regular screening, and timely care.

Sight loss from diabetic retinopathy is often preventable. The first step is simply not ignoring the eye.

Dr. Sumit Randhir Singh

04/03/2026

May Holi's vibrant colors inspire a kaleidoscope of joy, spreading peace and happiness far and wide, and igniting a brighter future for all.
Happy Holi 🫟

26/02/2026

Why Sudden Floaters Should Never Be Ignored

Many patients describe it casually.
“I started seeing a few black spots.”
“Something like threads are moving in front of my eye.”
“It will probably go away.”

Sometimes it does. But sometimes, those floaters are the first sign of a retinal tear or detachment.

The retina is a delicate layer of tissue at the back of the eye. It converts light into signals that allow us to see. When it is disturbed, the consequences can be serious and rapid. Flashes of light, a sudden increase in floaters, or a shadow appearing in the field of vision are not symptoms to observe quietly at home. They are reasons to seek immediate evaluation.

In many parts of rural India, patients present late. Distance, awareness, and hesitation often delay consultation. In retinal disease, time is vision. Early detection can mean the difference between a straightforward procedure and permanent loss of sight.

As specialists, our responsibility is not only to operate. It is to educate, to encourage timely screening, and to create systems where advanced retinal care is accessible, not aspirational.

If you or someone you know experiences sudden visual changes, please treat it as urgent. Vision can often be saved. But it requires attention at the right moment.

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