Dr Fairooz P. Manjandavidia

Professional Profile: After completing basic medical education from Government Medical College, Trichur, Kerala, India, Dr. Fairooz P Manjandavida persuaded her interest in ophthalmic surgery to complete her training at Mysore Medical College and Research Institute, Karnataka, India. She then underwent a fellowship in Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery, Orbit and Ocular oncology in one of the premier eye institute of India, LV Prasad Eye institute, under the expert guidance of India’s leading Oculoplastic surgeon and Ocular oncologist Dr. Santosh G. Honavar. Prior to which she has also served as a Senior Research Fellow with Indian Council of Medical Research for the National Retinoblastoma Registry. Having finished her fellowship in India, Dr. Manjandavida went on to explore her interest in Ocular Oncology at Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia, USA, which is considered as one of the best eye institutes in the USA and globally. Trained under Dr. Jerry A. Shields and Dr. Carol L. Shields, she learned advanced and innovative techniques of treating the entire spectrum of eye tumors, especially Retinoblastoma. Whilst in Wills Eye Hospital, she also did observership under Dr. Robert B. Penne, Director, Oculoplastic and Orbit Service. She has also received training from Dr. Don O Kikkawa at Shiley Eye Institute, San Diego, USA. She is known for her surgical expertise, oratory skills and passion for innovation. She has presented in various international and national meetings, won many awards and has scientific publications to her credit. Recent awards to her credit are the American Academy of Ophthalmology International Achievement Award in October 2015 and Asia Pacific Achievement Award in March 2017.