Dr. Himani Manral
MBBS, DNB (Ophthalmology),
FICO (UK)
Consultant Ophthalmologist
Dr. Himani Manral is a highly experienced Cataract and Refractive Surgeon with over a decade of clinical expertise in comprehensive eye care. She specializes in advanced cataract surgery, premium intraocular lens (IOL) implantation, refractive surgery planning, and the management of complex anterior segment disorders.
Known for her patient-centric approach and surgical precision, Dr. Himani has successfully performed more than 4,500 cataract surgeries, including over 3,000 Phacoemulsification procedures and 1,500 SICS surgeries. Her expertise extends to premium cataract solutions, complex cataract cases, secondary IOL procedures, and refractive vision correction.
Currently, she serves as a Consultant Ophthalmologist at Indira Gandhi Eye Hospital & Research Centre (IGEHRC), Gurugram, where she also leads community outreach initiatives aimed at improving access to quality eye care.
Areas of Expertise
• Advanced Cataract Surgery (Phacoemulsification & SICS)
• Premium IOL Implantation (Multifocal, Toric & Extended Depth of Focus Lenses)
• Complex Cataract Management
• Refractive Surgery Evaluation & Counselling
• Phakic IOL Procedures
• Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE)
• PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy)
• Cornea & Ocular Surface Disorders
• Pterygium Surgery with Conjunctival Autografting
• Nd:YAG Laser Capsulotomy & Iridotomy
• Comprehensive Eye Examinations
• Advanced Cataract Surgery (Phacoemulsification & SICS)
• Premium IOL Implantation (Multifocal, Toric & Extended Depth of Focus Lenses)
• Complex Cataract Management
• Refractive Surgery Evaluation & Counselling
• Phakic IOL Procedures
• Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE)
• PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy)
• Cornea & Ocular Surface Disorders
• Pterygium Surgery with Conjunctival Autografting
• Nd:YAG Laser Capsulotomy & Iridotomy
• Comprehensive Eye Examinations
Professional Experience
Consultant Ophthalmologist
Indira Gandhi Eye Hospital & Research Centre (IGEHRC), Gurugram
December 2023 – Present
• Independently managing routine and complex cataract surgeries.
• Special focus on premium IOLs, secondary IOL procedures, and anterior segment disorders.
• Refractive surgery planning and patient counselling.
• Head of Outreach Programme for Haryana Region, leading community eye care initiatives.
Consultant Ophthalmologist
The Signature Advanced Super Specialty Hospital, Gurugram
August 2022 – Present
• Independently managing the Ophthalmology Department.
• Handling comprehensive ophthalmic OPD services.
• Performing cataract and pterygium surgeries.
Senior Resident
Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Navi Mumbai
March 2021 – July 2022
• Clinical and surgical management of high patient volumes.
• Teaching and mentoring postgraduate ophthalmology trainees.
• Active participation in research and outreach programs
She has also served at prestigious institutions including:
• BARC Hospital, Mumbai
• Sir H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital, Mumbai
• St. Stephen’s Hospital, New Delhi
Education & Qualifications
• Practical Refractive Surgery Training – Nethradhama Superspeciality Eye Hospital, Bengaluru
• FICO (UK) – Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology
• DNB Ophthalmology – St. Stephen’s Hospital, New Delhi
• MBBS – Coimbatore Medical College, Tamil Nadu
• Practical Refractive Surgery Training – Nethradhama Superspeciality Eye Hospital, Bengaluru
• FICO (UK) – Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology
• DNB Ophthalmology – St. Stephen’s Hospital, New Delhi
• MBBS – Coimbatore Medical College, Tamil Nadu
Surgical Experience
• 3,000+ Phacoemulsification Cataract Surgeries
• 1,500+ SICS Cataract Surgeries
• Premium IOL Implantations
• Secondary IOL Procedures
• Anterior Vitrectomy Cases
• Pterygium Excision with Autograft
• Eyelid, Corneal and Conjunctival Trauma Repairs
• Refractive Surgery Planning and Management
• 3,000+ Phacoemulsification Cataract Surgeries
• 1,500+ SICS Cataract Surgeries
• Premium IOL Implantations
• Secondary IOL Procedures
• Anterior Vitrectomy Cases
• Pterygium Excision with Autograft
• Eyelid, Corneal and Conjunctival Trauma Repairs
• Refractive Surgery Planning and Management
Research & Publications
Dr. Himani has actively contributed to ophthalmic research and has authored and co-authored multiple peer-reviewed publications, including studies on:<br>
• Dry Eye Disease and Optical Coherence Tomography
• Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada Disease
• Neuro-ophthalmic manifestations post COVID-19 infection
• Complications of Retropupillary Iris Claw Fixation
Dr. Himani has actively contributed to ophthalmic research and has authored and co-authored multiple peer-reviewed publications, including studies on:<br>
• Dry Eye Disease and Optical Coherence Tomography
• Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada Disease
• Neuro-ophthalmic manifestations post COVID-19 infection
• Complications of Retropupillary Iris Claw Fixation
Professional Memberships
• All India Ophthalmological Society (AIOS)
• Delhi Ophthalmological Society (DOS)
• Bombay Ophthalmologists’ Association (BOA)
• All India Ophthalmological Society (AIOS)
• Delhi Ophthalmological Society (DOS)
• Bombay Ophthalmologists’ Association (BOA)
Why you should Consult Dr. Himani Manral?
– Extensive experience in advanced cataract surgery
– Expertise in premium vision correction solutions
– Personalized treatment planning for every patient
– Strong focus on surgical safety and visual outcomes
– Trusted by thousands of patients for comprehensive eye care
– Extensive experience in advanced cataract surgery
– Expertise in premium vision correction solutions
– Personalized treatment planning for every patient
– Strong focus on surgical safety and visual outcomes
– Trusted by thousands of patients for comprehensive eye care