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Dr. Pratap Singh Hardia (Dr. P.S Hardia) is a Padma Shri awarded [1][2][3][4][5]and Guinnees World Records recognised[6][7] opthalmologist from Sendhwa, Madnya Pradesh, India. He is commonly refered to as the doctor who 'Pioneered the Concept of Freedom From Spectacles Surgery in India.'[8]
Hardia is the first individual to start Radial Keratotomy in India. In 2001, He invented Pedicle Omentopexy in case of retinal degradation for the very first time in the world, which was covered in a report published by Nova Science Publishers, New York (USA). He also implemented Excimer Lazer Technology for the first time in Asia in 1990 for the surgical treatment of High Myopia.[9]
While treating eyes, Dr. Hardia, who has become a pioneer in his field of practice, not only successfully performed complex eye surgeries in Indore, but also organized thousands of eye medical camps in rural areas.[10] He is the chief of Dr. P.S Hardia Advanced Eye Surgery and Research Institute.[11] He is also the director Shri Shiv Parvati Memorial Charitable Hospital and Research Center[9] and the vice president National Eyecare Training and Research Academy (N.E.T.R.A).
Education[edit]
Hardia completed his medical graduation and studies from Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Government Medical College, Indore (MGM Medical College).[8]
Awards and Recognition[edit]
Dr. P.S Hardia has recieved various notable awards, and certifications for his contribution to the field of opthalmology. Some of them include:
| Awards and Certificates | |
|---|---|
| Guinnees Book of World Records, 1999[6][7] |  |
| Padma Shri Award, 2019 [1][2][3][4][5] |   |
| Limca Book of Records Award, 1996[9] | |
| The American Hall of Fame Award by American Biographical Institute for Outstanding Commitment, Dedication and Inspirational Leadership, 2009 |  |
| International Biographical Centre, Cambridge (U.K): 100 Health Professionals Award, 2006[12] | |
| National Geographic Society: enrolled Member, 2005 |  |
| American Society of Contemprory Opthalmology: CME Credit Award, 2001 |  |
| American College of Surgeons: admitted fellow, 2007 |  |
| All India Achievers Conference: Mother Teresa International Award for Individual Excellence, 2005 |  |
References[edit]
- ^ a b "List of Padma awardees — 2019". The Hindu. 2019-01-25. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2023-05-18.
- ^ a b "Number of glaucoma cases has shot up in Indore: Dr PS Hardia". The Times of India. 2019-01-31. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2023-05-18.
- ^ a b "इंदौर के डॉ. पीएस हार्डिया को पद्मश्री पुरस्कार, अपने क्षेत्र में किया है ये बड़ा काम | This great work has been done in the field of Padmashree, Dr. PS Hard". Patrika News (in Hindi). 2019-03-11. Retrieved 2023-05-18.
- ^ a b NYOOOZ. "Dr Hardia eye diseases Jan 30 | Indore NYOOOZ". NYOOOZ. Retrieved 2023-05-18.
- ^ a b https://www.mha.gov.in/sites/default/files/padma_Recomendor2rev_01032018_0.pdf
- ^ a b "Indore doctor enters Guinness Book of Records for performing over 5 lakh eye operations". India Today. Retrieved 2023-05-18.
- ^ a b "Global recognition for Dr Hardia". Hindustan Times. 2006-09-12. Retrieved 2023-05-18.
- ^ a b Ahuja, Manoj (2011-07-03). "Gifted surgeon who 'gifts' vision". Hindustan Times. p. 4.
- ^ a b c https://www.padmaawards.gov.in/content/CitationsForTickets/2019/201949.pdf
- ^ "Indore Ke Shilpi: वो शख्स...जो आंखों का उपचार करते-करते बना इंदौर की आंखों का तारा". Nai Dunia (in Hindi). 2022-10-31. Retrieved 2023-05-22.
- ^ "Best Eye hospital in India I Top Eye Hospital in India I Eye care Hospital". Dr.P.S.Hardia Advanced Eye Surgery & Research Institute. Retrieved 2023-05-30.
- ^ "SHORT TAKES | Another award for Dr Hardia". Hindustan Times. 2006-04-06. Retrieved 2023-05-29.