Department of Ophthalmology

Academic Activities:

UNDERGRADUATE  TEACHING (4th Year MBBS)

The department of Ophthalmology follows NUMS curriculum and actively incorporates modern educational strategies such as DOPS (Direct observation of procedural skills), Mini-CEX (Mini clinical evaluation exercises), SNAPS (Summarize, Narrow, Analyze, Probe, Plan, Select), Downing technique and structured “Donut Rounds” to promote interactive, competency-based training. The following outlines our structured academic schedule and teaching activities.

• Two lectures per week for MBBS medical students.
• Daily ward/clinical teaching sessions:
• Morning: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
• Evening: 3:15 PM to 5:15 PM
• Three block examinations in MBBS.
• Ward assessments are conducted after every three weeks of clinical rotation.
• There are a total of twelve ward assessments, which include OSCE and clinical assessments.
• Class tests are conducted after completion of each topic.
• Last year, twelve class tests were conducted.
• A total of four class tests are held in each block examination.

POST GRADUATE TRAINING (FCPS)

The department offers structured FCPS Ophthalmology training program in affiliation with College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan (CPSP). This four-year residency program provides comprehensive clinical and surgical training, with residents actively engaged in both outpatient (OPD) and operative (OT) settings.

OTHER ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

• Teaching sessions for BS Nursing students according to their prescribed curriculum.
• Lectures for 1st Year BDS students according to PM&DC / NUMS curriculum requirements.
• Teaching of 2nd Year MBBS Surgery & Allied lectures according to curriculum requirements.

CLINICAL TEACHING

The college is affiliated with teaching hospital CMH, which is tertiary care hospital dedicated to excellence in patients care. Its department of Ophthalmology is equipped with state- of- the- art diagnostic imaging and advanced ophthalmic technologies. Key facilities include Optical coherence tomography (OCT), Humphrey Visual Field Analyzer, B-scan ultrasonography and non-contact (air-puff) tonometer along with IOL Master for precise ocular measurement. Dedicated refraction suites supported by autorefractors and lensometers along with functional optical dispensing unit are also available.

For clinical examination and teaching, the department is furnished with multiple slit lamps, including a slit lamp integrated with LCD display system to enhance real time visualization and student learning.

NEW ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES PROGRAMS

The department has started a four-year Allied Health Sciences program, including BS Optometry and Orthoptics. This program is designed to provide structured academic and clinical training in vision sciences, further expanding the department’s academic portfolio.

COMMUNITY SERVICE & NEW ACTIVITIES

• In collaboration with SYNCH Society, the department organized an Eye Screening Camp on 8th April 2026 at Nawaz Sharif School of Excellence.
• More than 250 students from KG, Pre-Nursery, Nursery, and Reception classes were screened. Vision testing, glasses number assessment, red reflex examination, and basic eye screening were performed.
• Educational pamphlets were distributed, and awareness sessions were conducted to promote eye health and preventive care among students.
• The department is dedicated to conduct regular eye screening camps and community outreach activities, reinforcing its commitment to public eye health.

ONGOING RESEARCH ACTIVITIES

• At present, five clinical research projects are underway in the department.
• Our top priority research project is focused on “Prevalence of Refractive Errors among Medical Students”
• Faculty and students are actively involved in clinical research, data collection, and evidence-based academic work to promote innovation in ophthalmology.

 

DEPARTMENTAL STRENGTHS

• Interactive and student-centered teaching methodology
• Clinical skills training with supervised patient exposure
• Regular formative and summative assessments
• Emphasis on professionalism, ethics, and evidence-based practice
• Continuous faculty development and academic progress
• The Department of Ophthalmology remains committed to academic excellence, quality patient care, and the professional grooming of future healthcare providers.