Dr. Upma Awasthi is a highly respected ophthalmologist and vitreoretinal surgeon based in Moradabad and Delhi. Currently a Consultant at Shri Madhaw Eye & Heart Care Centre, she brings a personalized, patient-focused approach to eye care, harnessing advanced surgical techniques and clinical research to preserve and restore vision

Dr. Upma Awasthi is a dedicated and accomplished ophthalmic surgeon whose comprehensive experience spans cataract surgery, microsurgery, phacoemulsification, and advanced vitreoretinal procedures. Following her MBBS and MS from premier institutions, she enhanced her skills through fellowships in cataract and retina surgery. Recognized by her peers, she has received multiple awards for excellence in ophthalmology. Passionate about clinical research, Dr Awasthi has over a dozen publications focused on retinal diseases and ocular health. She is an active member of major professional societies and serves patients at Shri Madhaw Eye & Heart Care Centre, bringing expertise, compassion, and cutting-edge treatments to the community.

🎓 Educational Qualifications

  • MBBS from Motilal Nehru Medical College (2009)

  • MS in Ophthalmology from GSVM Medical College & LPS Institute of Cardiology, Kanpur (2012) 

  • Long-term Fellowships in Cataract & Microsurgery at Shroff’s Charity Eye Hospital, Daryaganj, and Vitreoretinal surgery under Dr Ajay Aurora

🔬 Professional Work Area

  • Vitreoretinal Surgery & Diseases – Expertise includes phacoemulsification, OCT diagnostics, retinal disease management, and retina surgery 

  • Cataract & Microsurgery – Skilled in advanced cataract removal techniques 

  • Practices at Shri Madhaw Eye & Heart Care Centre, Moradabad and previously served in premier hospitals across Delhi, including Maheshwari Clinics, Eye7, Vision Plus, and others

🏆 Achievements & Awards

  • Presented with 1st Place (Physical Poster) at the UPSOS Conference, BHU (2010) 

  • Awarded both the Dr V N Raizada Gold Medal and Dr P K Pandey Award for paper presentations at UPSOS, Gorakhpur (2016) 

💼 Professional Memberships

  • All India Ophthalmological Society

  • UP State Ophthalmological Society

  • Delhi Ophthalmological Society

  • Women Ophthalmologist Society of India

📚 Publications & Research

Dr. Awasthi has contributed to 13 significant publications on topics such as macular edema treatment, digital-screen-related ocular surface impact, post-traumatic endophthalmitis in children, and optic neuropathy therapies