Dr. Sharon D’Souza is a highly skilled Ophthalmologist with over 15 years of expertise, specializing in Cornea, Cataract and Refractive surgery. She holds an MBBS and MS in Ophthalmology, along with a Fellowship in Cornea & Refractive Surgery and a PhD in Ocular Immunology, reflecting her deep commitment to clinical excellence and academic advancement in eye care.
Based at Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore, Dr. D’Souza offers comprehensive ophthalmic services from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Saturday. Her extensive training and experience equip her to manage a wide range of eye conditions, from common vision problems to complex corneal diseases, with precision and compassion.
Fluent in English, Hindi, Kannada, Bengali, Konkani, she effectively connects with patients from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, ensuring that every individual receives clear communication and personalized care.
Her clinical expertise spans advanced corneal transplants, refractive procedures such as LASIK, PRK, and phakic IOLs, as well as the diagnosis and treatment of ocular surface disorders and infections. Dr. D’Souza’s patient-centered approach emphasizes not only restoring vision but also addressing underlying ocular health concerns through evidence-based, holistic strategies.
Passionate about advancing ophthalmic care, she remains actively involved in research, postgraduate training, and surgical mentorship. Her dedication to both clinical excellence and patient education makes her a trusted and respected figure in the field of ophthalmology.
Consultant – Cornea & Refractive Surgery Department
Narayana Nethralaya Eye Hospital, Bangalore
March 2018 – May 2025
Expertise in advanced corneal transplant program, including PK, DALK, DSEK, DMEK, and femtosecond keratoplasty; part of one of the largest corneal transplant teams in Karnataka
Performed a wide range of refractive procedures: LASIK, lenticule extraction, PRK, phakic IOL implantation, INTACS
Managed complex ocular surface and infectious conditions such as microbial keratitis, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS), ocular cicatricial pemphigoid (OCP), and ocular trauma
Spearheaded dry eye and ocular surface diagnostics as Chief Coordinator, Ocular Surface Department
Actively involved in postgraduate training, surgical mentorship, and research collaborations
Key contributor to institutional training, surgical audits, protocol development, and curriculum design
Served as a member of the Institutional Ethics Committee
Completed a PhD in Ocular Immunology, aligned with ongoing clinical research initiatives
Co-Principal Investigator on research grants related to refractive surgery and dry eye therapeutics
Promoted collaborative training initiatives with top ophthalmological institutes across India
Consultant – Cataract, Cornea & Refractive Surgery
Dr. Solanki Eye Hospital, Bangalore
May 2015 – March 2018
Headed corneal and refractive services, introducing multiple new corneal procedures
Managed cataract surgeries in high-volume outreach programs for underprivileged populations
Consultant Ophthalmologist
Bhagwan Mahaveer Jain Nethralaya Trust Hospital, Bangalore
May 2014 – May 2015
Delivered comprehensive ophthalmic care
Performed high-volume cataract surgeries through community outreach programs
Consultant – Cornea & Refractive Surgery
Narayana Nethralaya Eye Hospital, Bangalore
January 2013 – August 2013
Early consultant role post-fellowship; contributed to corneal transplantation, refractive surgery, and establishment of the Dry Eye Clinic
Participated in clinical research and educational activities
Certifications
Observership – Santen Asia Cornea Society, Singapore National Eye Centre
Observership – CSI Ocular Surface Program, Sankara Nethralaya
Certified Instructor – AIOS & BOS Refractive Surgery Modules
Awards & Achievements
Innovation in cornea, refractive surgery, and keratoconus treatment
Surgical mentorship and program development
Leadership in clinical, administrative, and ophthalmic surgical units
Translational research in ocular immunology and dry eye disease
Research & Publications
Authored over 60 peer-reviewed articles in high-impact national and international journals
Contributor to academic textbooks on corneal diagnostics and refractive surgery, with chapters on:
LASIK complications
Keratoconus biomarkers
Ocular inflammation
Cornea Society of India Newsletter
Selected Publications (Full list available upon request or online profile):
Mohan RR, Kempuraj D, D’Souza S, et al. Prog Retin Eye Res, 2022
D’Souza S, Nair AP, et al. Ocul Surf, 2024
Sarkar S, Panikker P, D’Souza S, et al. Cells, 2023
Dua HS, Sinha R, D’Souza S, et al. Am J Ophthalmol, 2020
Shetty R, Naidu JR, D’Souza S, et al. Ocul Surf, 2019
D’Souza S, Shetty R. Indian J Ophthalmol, 2024
D’Souza S, Nair AP, et al. J Clin Med, 2022
D’Souza S, Nair A, et al. Cornea, 2021
D’Souza S, et al. Sci Rep, 2021
Nair AP, D’Souza S, et al. Ocul Surf, 2021
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