Dr. Samhitha is a highly skilled surgeon and consultant with over ten years of clinical experience, currently serving as the Head of Department (HOD) for Oculoplasty, Orbit & Oculofacial Aesthetics, while also acting as a Consultant for Cataract, Paediatric, and Squint services at the Jayanagar and Whitefield branches. An alumnus of the prestigious Bangalore Medical College, she completed her MBBS and MS in Ophthalmology in 2016 before pursuing advanced long-term training in Oculoplasty, Pediatric & Squint, and Neuro-ophthalmology at the Minto Hospital & Regional Institute of Ophthalmology. Dr. Samhitha further solidified her credentials by completing her DNB in 2017, a long-term fellowship in Cataract, and earning the prestigious Fellowship of All India Collegium (FAICO) in both Oculoplasty and Paediatric & Squint.
As a compassionate and accomplished surgeon, she specializes in complex Oculoplasty, Orbit, and Squint surgeries, with a particular clinical focus on orbital diseases and intricate eyelid procedures. Her commitment to advancing ophthalmic care is reflected in her extensive background in surgery and medical teaching. A prominent figure in the ophthalmology community, she has contributed significantly to the field through numerous research paper presentations at international, national, and state-level conferences. Her dedication to excellence has been formally recognized with "Best Paper" awards at both KOS and iENT conferences, and she is frequently invited to share her expertise through public health outreach, including various radio and television appearances. Dr. Samhitha remains an active member of leading professional organizations, including the All India Ophthalmological Society (AIOS), Karnataka Ophthalmic Society (KOS), Bangalore Ophthalmic Society (BOS), and the Oculoplastic Association of India (OPAI).
Publications - 03 INTERNATIONAL & 06 NATIONAL PUBLICATIONS
