If you are looking for an eye doctor near Sector 57, Gurgaon, the most important question is not just who is closest, it is who has the right training for your specific problem. Dr Shibal Bhartiya is a fellowship-trained eye specialist and Mayo Clinic Research Collaborator consulting at Marengo Asia Hospitals, Gurugram, accessible from Sector 57 via Golf Course Extension Road in under 15 minutes.
She sees patients for the full range of eye conditions, from routine concerns to complex cases requiring subspecialty care.
Dr Shibal Bhartiya is a fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist and Mayo Clinic Research Collaborator with over 25 years of experience. Her approach focuses on identifying risk before damage is irreversible, simplifying treatment decisions, and protecting vision long-term. Emphasis on early detection, risk assessment, and continuity of care. She is rated 5 stars across 1,500+ patient reviews on Google.
Glaucoma: The Condition Most Patients Miss Until It Is Too Late
Glaucoma is the leading cause of irreversible blindness in India. It causes no pain and no early symptoms. By the time a patient notices blurred or tunnel vision, significant optic nerve damage has already occurred. That damage cannot be reversed.
Dr Bhartiya has spent over 25 years focused specifically on glaucoma. She has published over 200 peer-reviewed papers and edited 28 textbooks on optic nerve disease and glaucoma management. Her approach prioritises early detection, accurate risk assessment, and individualised pressure targets, not just treating a number on a machine.
If your eye pressure has been flagged, if you have a family history of glaucoma, or if you want a second opinion on an existing diagnosis, a subspecialty consultation is the right next step.
Neuro-Ophthalmology: When the Eye Problem Starts in the Brain
Not all vision problems originate in the eye. Sudden vision loss, double vision, drooping eyelids, optic nerve swelling, and visual field defects can all signal neurological conditions, including raised intracranial pressure, demyelinating disease, or vascular events, that require urgent assessment.
Dr Bhartiya is Program Director at the Marengo Asia International Institute of Neuro and Spine, where advanced neuro-ophthalmology investigations are available including MRI, MRA, MRV, carotid Doppler, and visual evoked potentials. She evaluates patients with optic neuritis, papilledema, transient vision loss, and unexplained visual field changes.
If your vision problem has been investigated and remains unexplained, a neuro-ophthalmology opinion can identify what a routine eye test will miss.
Dry Eye: More Than Just Drops
Dry eye is one of the most underdiagnosed and undertreated conditions in urban Gurgaon. Screen exposure, air conditioning, pollution, contact lens use, and hormonal changes all drive it. Many patients manage symptoms for years with over-the-counter drops without ever receiving a proper diagnosis.
A structured dry eye evaluation identifies the type of dry eye: aqueous deficient, evaporative, or mixed, and guides treatment accordingly. Management options range from prescription drops and lid hygiene to meibomian gland treatment and tear film therapy. Treating the underlying cause produces far better outcomes than rotating between lubricant brands.
Children’s Eye Health and Myopia
Children rarely report vision problems because they assume everyone sees the way they do. Myopia, shortsightedness, is increasing rapidly in urban Indian children, driven by reduced outdoor time and sustained near work on screens. Uncorrected myopia affects academic performance, confidence, and long-term eye health.
Early myopia detection and management, including myopia control strategies, can slow progression significantly. Dr Bhartiya also evaluates children for amblyopia (lazy eye), squint, and colour vision defects. A child’s first eye examination should not wait until a teacher raises a concern.
Conditions Treated
Dr Shibal Bhartiya focuses on early, often-missed changes that routine eye exams may not detect. Apart from patients who need a comprehensive eye evaluation, there is a subset of patients who visit Dr Bhartiya for their specific concerns. These include, but are not limited to the following:
| Condition | Type of Care |
|---|---|
| Glaucoma and ocular hypertension | Diagnosis, medical management, laser, surgery |
| Optic nerve disease | Neuro-ophthalmology evaluation |
| Dry eye and ocular surface disease | Structured diagnosis and treatment |
| Myopia in children | Detection, correction, and control |
| Diabetic eye disease | Screening and management |
| Cataracts | Evaluation and surgical referral |
| Second opinions | All complex eye conditions |
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Marengo Asia Hospitals from Sector 57?
Marengo Asia Hospitals is on Sector 56 Road, approximately 10 to 15 minutes from Sector 57 via Golf Course Extension Road.
Do I need a referral to see Dr Bhartiya?
No. You can book a direct consultation without a referral from another doctor. An appointment helps, but Dr Bhartiya also sees walk-in patients, if needed.
My child passed a school vision screening. Does she still need an eye exam?
Yes. School screenings check distance vision only. They miss myopia at near range, lazy eye, colour vision problems, and early eye pressure issues. A formal eye examination is different and more complete.
What is the difference between a glaucoma check and a routine eye test?
A routine eye test checks your glasses prescription. A glaucoma evaluation assesses the optic nerve, measures pressure accurately, and maps your peripheral vision. They are not the same test.
Can dry eye be treated permanently?
In many cases yes, depending on the cause. Evaporative dry eye from meibomian gland dysfunction responds well to targeted treatment. Aqueous deficient dry eye requires long-term management but can be well controlled.
About the Author
This article was written by Dr Shibal Bhartiya, fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist and Mayo Clinic Research Collaborator, Clinical Director at Marengo Asia Hospitals, Gurugram, known for ethical, patient-centred glaucoma care and independent glaucoma second opinions. She is also the Program Director for Community Outreach & Wellness; and for the Marengo Asia International Institute of Neuro and Spine. This article was updated in April 2026.
She has published peer-reviewed research on glaucoma management, examining how treatment decisions should balance medical evidence, patient preferences, and long-term vision outcomes.
As Editor-in-Chief of Clinical and Experimental Vision and Eye Research and Executive Editor of the Journal of Current Glaucoma Practice (Pubmed Indexed, official journal of the International Society of Glaucoma Surgery), Dr Shibal Bhartiya brings editorial and research depth to every clinical decision. Her 200+ publications, including 90+ PubMed-indexed publications and 28 edited textbooks span glaucoma biology, surgical outcomes, health equity, and emerging diagnostics.
Access her work on Pubmed, Google Scholar, ResearchGate and ORCID.
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