It has been fascinating to know the evolution in ophthalmology has brought to the mankind. History dates back to the ancient days of Sushruta and even before Hippocrtaes, and it is captivating to know about the cataract surgery, and how it hardly differs from the modern technology. The word ophthalmology comes from the Greek roots ὀφθαλμός, ophthalmos, i.e., “eye” and -λoγία, -logia, i.e., “study of, discourse”, ophthalmology literally means “the science of eyes”. Perhaps, it is one of most developed subject in medical field at current situation, providing cure even for the blind people from the birth.
However, we are still in the preliminary stage regarding the history of ophthalmology in Nepal, although “Reaching the unreached” by Dr Ram Prasad Pokhrel provides enormous information to some extent. Hence, it would be an immense help from our fraternity, who could provide and share their experiences regarding the subject matter. This would be a great contribution to the future generation in the years to come. There is no doubt, though, we lack proper evidences of our ancient eye history, the services that we are providing is in parity with the developed countries and this is definitely a matter of pride for all of us.
Established in 1985, the Nepal Ophthalmic Society has been one of the leading …
Presidential Address
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Purushottam Joshi
President
Respected all, Greetings and Namaste
At the outset, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to all the members of Nepal Ophthalmic Society, entrusting me to lead our society as the President; and congratulate the newly elected Executive Committee Members. This honor reflects not just my journey but the collective strength, trust, and commitment of each one of you toward advancing eye care and ophthalmology in Nepal.
NOS has completed 39 years and has 508 members. We already have different sub-specialty societies – Vitreo-retina, Cornea-Cataract & Refractive surgery, Oculoplasty, Glaucoma, Pediatric ophthalmology and Strabismus, Young Ophthalmologists Societies; in addition to Women in Ophthalmology and the Eastern chapter
The main objective of our Society is to safeguard the rights of …
Secretarial Address
I am deeply honored to have been elected as the youngest General Secretary of Nepal Ophthalmic Society, and I thank you all for your trust and confidence in me. I am especially humbled to be elected unopposed, which I believe speaks to the unity and shared vision we have.
Nepal Ophthalmic Society (NOS) is the society for all ophthalmologist registered in Nepal working in different institutions, in Nepal or abroad. The society which was started in 1985 under the presidentship of Dr. N.C. Rai , with handful ophthalmologist, has progressed over the year and today has over 500 members. The society has been able to make a significant impact for eye health advocacy and policy.
As we continue our journey, the welfare of the Nepal Ophthalmic Society and its members should be our uttermost priority and it will.
Our society will continue to advocate against “Misuse of doctor title” as it is our moral duty to protect our profession and public, create awareness for the public…
