Evidence-Based Ophthalmology Backed by International Research

At Globus Eye Org (GEO Specialist EyeCare Centre), every treatment recommendation is guided by scientific evidence, clinical experience, and internationally recognised research.

Dr. Eesha Shukla Gokhale is a consultant ophthalmologist whose academic work spans medical retina, diabetic eye disease, uveitis, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), ocular inflammatory disorders, and complex retinal conditions. Alongside her clinical practice, she has contributed to peer-reviewed research published in leading international ophthalmology journals.

Her research reflects a commitment to improving the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term outcomes of patients with retinal diseases and inflammatory eye disorders.

About Dr. Eesha Shukla Gokhale

Dr. Eesha Shukla Gokhale is a consultant ophthalmologist with training and clinical experience in both India and the United Kingdom. She has served as a Medical Retina and Uveitis Fellow at Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, worked within the University Hospital Dorset NHS, and currently practices at GEO Specialist EyeCare Centre in Mumbai. Her professional qualifications include fellowship recognition from both the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (FRCOphth) and the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO).

Her academic interests include:

• Medical Retina
• Diabetic Retinopathy
• Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
• Uveitis and Ocular Inflammation
• Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)
• Retinal Imaging
• Evidence-Based Ophthalmology
• Clinical Outcomes Research
• Complex Inflammatory Eye Disease
• Preventive Eye Care

Research Philosophy

Modern ophthalmology continues to evolve through scientific research, technological innovation, and collaborative clinical practice.

Dr. Gokhale believes that every patient benefits when clinical decisions are supported by robust evidence. Her research focuses on understanding disease progression, evaluating treatment outcomes, and improving long-term visual prognosis for patients with retinal and inflammatory eye conditions.

By combining international clinical experience with evidence-based medicine, she strives to deliver personalised eye care that reflects the latest advances in ophthalmology.

Research Interests

Medical Retina

Research involving retinal disorders, retinal imaging, and evidence-based management of chronic retinal diseases affecting central vision.

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)

Published work examining long-term outcomes, fellow-eye involvement, and real-world treatment effectiveness for neovascular AMD using anti-VEGF therapy.

Uveitis & Ocular Inflammation

Clinical research exploring inflammatory eye diseases, systemic associations, and long-term management strategies aimed at preserving vision.

Diabetic Eye Disease

Evidence-based approaches to the early diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of diabetic retinopathy using advanced retinal imaging and modern therapeutic techniques.

Rare Ocular Disorders

Published case reports highlighting uncommon ophthalmic diseases, helping clinicians recognise rare presentations and improve diagnosis.

Selected Peer-Reviewed Publications

Long-Term Outcomes of Pediatric Idiopathic Intermediate Uveitis (2022)

Published in the American Journal of Ophthalmology, this study evaluated long-term visual outcomes in children with idiopathic intermediate uveitis, contributing valuable evidence for the management of chronic inflammatory eye disease.

Comparing Three Anti-VEGF Treatment Regimens for Neovascular AMD (2021)

Published in Clinical Ophthalmology, this research compared three commonly used anti-VEGF treatment strategies for wet age-related macular degeneration over a two-year period using real-world clinical data. The study provides practical insights into long-term patient outcomes and treatment effectiveness.

Moorfields AMD Database Report: Fellow Eye Involvement (2019)

Published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology, this research analysed the risk of neovascular AMD affecting the second eye, improving understanding of disease progression and patient monitoring.

Uveitis, Systemic Associations and Methotrexate Outcomes (2017)

Published in Rheumatology, this work examined systemic associations in uveitis and treatment outcomes using methotrexate, highlighting the importance of multidisciplinary care in inflammatory eye disease.

Extra-Nodal Rosai-Dorfman Disease Presenting as Bilateral Optic Atrophy (2016)

Published in Head and Neck Pathology, this case report described a rare ocular presentation of Rosai-Dorfman disease, expanding clinical understanding of this uncommon condition.

Nodular Scleritis as a Presenting Feature of Takayasu Arteritis (2016)

Published in the Indian Journal of Ophthalmology, this report highlighted the relationship between ocular inflammation and systemic vascular disease, reinforcing the value of comprehensive clinical assessment.

Academic Experience

Dr. Gokhale’s academic and clinical career includes positions at leading ophthalmology institutions in India and the United Kingdom, including:

• GEO Specialist EyeCare Centre, Mumbai
• K.B. Bhabha Hospital, Mumbai
• University Hospital Dorset (NHS), United Kingdom
• Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, London
• Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre, United Kingdom
• BMC Eye Hospital, Mumbai

Why Research Matters to Our Patients

Research directly influences patient care.

Clinical evidence helps ophthalmologists:

• Detect retinal disease earlier
• Select the most effective treatment options
• Improve long-term visual outcomes
• Reduce unnecessary interventions
• Adopt internationally recognised standards of care

Patients at Globus Eye Org-GEO Specialist EyeCare Goregaon Mumbai benefit from treatment approaches informed by current scientific evidence and years of international clinical experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Eesha Shukla Gokhale publish ophthalmology research?

Yes. Dr. Gokhale has authored and co-authored peer-reviewed publications in internationally recognised ophthalmology journals covering medical retina, uveitis, age-related macular degeneration, ocular inflammation, and rare ophthalmic diseases.

What are Dr. Gokhale’s main research interests?

Her primary research interests include medical retina, diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, uveitis, retinal imaging, ocular inflammation, and evidence-based ophthalmology.

How does research improve patient care?

Research enables clinicians to adopt proven diagnostic techniques, evaluate new treatments, refine surgical practices, and deliver personalised care based on the latest scientific evidence.

Reviewer –

Ocular Immunology and Inflammation

Dr. Eesha Shukla Gokhale serves as a peer reviewer for the international journal Ocular Immunology and Inflammation, the official journal of the International Ocular Inflammation Society (IOIS). In this role, she critically evaluates scientific manuscripts in the fields of uveitis, ocular immunology, retinal diseases, and inflammatory eye disorders, contributing to the maintenance of high standards in ophthalmic research and evidence-based clinical practice.