Cataract surgery · Vasant Kunj, New Delhi
Cataract surgery in South Delhi, planned around your eyes
Cataract is the most common cause of treatable vision loss. Dr. Somya Ish examines your eyes in detail at Theia, explains every lens option, and performs your surgery herself at a leading eye hospital.
- 3000+ eye surgeries performed
- Every lens option: monofocal to trifocal & EDOF
- Surgery at Eye Veda, Synergy Eye Care & Fortis
3000+
eye surgeries performed
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Since 2020
in Vasant Kunj
Is it a cataract?
Signs your lens may be clouding
A cataract is a clouding of the natural lens inside the eye. It usually develops slowly, so many people adjust without noticing until everyday tasks become harder.
Only an eye examination can confirm a cataract and rule out other causes, such as retinal or diabetic eye disease, which matter just as much for your vision.
Cloudy or blurred vision
As if looking through a misted window.
Glare and haloes
Especially from headlights and lamps at night.
Faded colours
Colours look washed out or yellowish.
Frequent power changes
Glasses seem to stop working within months.
Needing more light
Reading and close work need brighter light.
Double vision in one eye
Ghosting that persists with the other eye closed.
Who is at risk
Cataract is common, especially after 50
Most cataracts are age-related, but some people develop them earlier.
Age over 50
The single biggest factor. Most people develop some clouding with age.
Diabetes
Cataracts tend to appear earlier, and the retina also needs regular checks.
Long-term steroids
Tablets, inhalers or eye drops used over long periods.
Eye injury or past surgery
Trauma or earlier eye operations can lead to cataract.
Smoking and UV exposure
Both are linked to earlier cataract formation.
High myopia
People with very high minus power may develop cataract sooner.
Your cataract journey
From first check-up to clear vision
Detailed eye examination
Vision, eye pressure and a dilated check of the retina, so we know your cataract is the main cause and nothing is missed.
Measurements and lens planning
Precise measurements of your eye to calculate the lens power, and an unhurried discussion of the lens options that suit your lifestyle.
Surgery by Dr. Somya
A day-care procedure under anaesthetic drops at a partner hospital such as Eye Veda, Synergy Eye Care or Fortis. The clouded lens is removed through a tiny incision and replaced with a clear artificial lens.
Recovery and follow-up
Eye drops for a few weeks and planned follow-up visits. Most people return to light routine activities within a few days.
Lens options
Choosing the right lens for your eyes
Dr. Somya offers the full range of intraocular lenses. The lens implanted during surgery stays for life, so we’ll explain which option suits your eyes, work and hobbies.
Lens
Monofocal
Sharp vision at one distance, usually far. Reading glasses are typically needed for close work.
Lens
Toric
Also corrects astigmatism, for crisper vision without thick cylindrical power.
Premium lens
Multifocal / trifocal
Vision at far, intermediate and near distances. Some people notice haloes around lights at night.
Premium lens
EDOF (extended depth of focus)
A continuous range from far to intermediate, with fewer night-time haloes. Readers may be needed for fine print.
The Theia difference
A retina specialist checks the back of your eye too
A cataract can hide problems behind it, such as diabetic retinopathy or macular changes. These can limit how well you see after surgery if they aren’t found and treated.
Because Dr. Somya is trained in retina, your retina is examined carefully before surgery and reviewed again afterwards. This matters most for people with diabetes, high myopia or previous retinal problems.
- Dilated retina examination before surgery
- Extra care for people with diabetes
- Honest advice on what vision to expect
Meet your doctor
Dr. Somya Ish
MBBS, MS (Ophthalmology), DNB · Retina specialist & eye surgeon
Dr. Somya Ish trained at two of Delhi’s busiest government hospitals: MBBS at Safdarjung Hospital and MS in Ophthalmology at Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital, where she went on to serve as a Senior Resident with special training in medical and surgical retina. She has performed more than 3,000 eye surgeries.
Dr. Somya operates at leading eye hospitals in Delhi, including Eye Veda, Synergy Eye Care and Fortis Hospital, so you get hospital-grade surgical facilities while your consultations and follow-up stay close to home at Theia.
At Theia, every patient is seen by Dr. Somya herself, from the first examination to the last follow-up.
- Retina & diabetic retinopathy
- Cataract surgery
- LASIK, SMILE, Contoura & ICL
FAQs
Cataract surgery questions
Is cataract surgery painful?
The eye is numbed with anaesthetic drops, and most people feel only mild pressure during the procedure. Some scratchiness for a day or two afterwards is common.
When is the right time for surgery?
When the cataract starts to affect daily life, such as reading, driving or recognising faces. Modern techniques mean you don’t need to wait for a cataract to “ripen”.
How long does recovery take?
Vision often improves within a few days. You’ll use eye drops for a few weeks, and your final glasses prescription (if needed) is usually given once the eye has settled, typically around a month later.
Can a cataract come back?
No. The cataract is removed permanently. Some people later develop clouding of the thin membrane behind the new lens. If this happens it’s treated with a quick, painless laser procedure in the clinic.
Will I still need glasses?
It depends on the lens you choose. With a monofocal lens most people need reading glasses. Multifocal, trifocal and EDOF lenses can reduce dependence on glasses.
Where will my surgery be done?
Dr. Somya performs cataract surgery at leading Delhi eye hospitals, including Eye Veda, Synergy Eye Care and Fortis Hospital. Your consultation, tests and follow-up visits stay at Theia in Vasant Kunj.
Are both eyes operated on the same day?
Usually not. Each eye is generally done separately, a few days to a few weeks apart, so the first eye can settle.
How much does cataract surgery cost?
The cost depends mainly on the lens you choose and any special tests needed. We explain the options and charges clearly before you decide. Message us on WhatsApp for details.
Visit us
Eye clinic in Vasant Kunj, South Delhi
Theia Eye Care Clinic By Dr. Somya Ish
K no. 773, 1st Floor, Harcharan Bagh, near Sector A, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi, Delhi 110070
Hours: Monday to Saturday, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm (by appointment). Sunday closed.
Phone: 099100 44200 · 088515 60068
WhatsApp: Message us to book
Patients visit us from Vasant Kunj, Mehrauli, Chhatarpur, Kishangarh, Rangpuri, Mahipalpur, Vasant Vihar, Saket, Malviya Nagar and Hauz Khas.
Your eyes deserve a specialist’s attention
Message us on WhatsApp to book a consultation with Dr. Somya Ish. We’ll reply with the next available slot. The clinic is open Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 2 pm, by appointment.