Dr. Gladys Reshma Rodrigues

An 8-year-old girl from a wealthy family in Kadri was brought in with complaints of frequent eye rubbing and headaches. Dr. Rodrigues discovered accommodative spasm from excessive screen time. She prescribed vision therapy and strict digital device limits, resulting in complete symptom resolution within 6 weeks.

A 45-year-old construction worker presented with a penetrating corneal injury from metal debris. Dr. Rodrigues performed emergency corneal repair with suture placement. The patient developed a secondary infection but responded well to intensive antibiotic therapy, eventually achieving 20/30 vision after 3 months.

A 28-year-old pregnant school teacher developed sudden floaters and photopsia. Dr. Rodrigues diagnosed retinal tears in both eyes, likely hormone-related. She performed bilateral laser retinopexy with obstetric team coordination. The patient maintained full vision throughout her pregnancy and delivery.

A 65-year-old diabetic farmer from Bantwal presented with rapidly progressive vision loss. Dr. Rodrigues diagnosed neovascular glaucoma secondary to proliferative diabetic retinopathy. She performed panretinal photocoagulation and Ahmed valve implantation, stabilizing intraocular pressure but with permanent central vision loss.

A 72-year-old retired fisherman from Ullal presented with sudden vision loss in his right eye. Dr. Rodrigues diagnosed central retinal artery occlusion and initiated immediate ocular massage and anterior chamber paracentesis. Despite aggressive intervention, the patient regained only light perception due to delayed presentation. His family arranged for vision rehabilitation services.