Dr. K. Mahadevan

Dr. K. Mahadevan

MBBS, MS, Retd Professor (RIO, Trivandrum)

Dr. K. Mahadevan is a renowned ophthalmologist and skilled vitreoretinal and cataract surgeon with extensive experience in medical education and clinical practice.

Experience : Several Decades of Clinical, Surgical & Academic Excellence

Specialization : Vitreoretinal Surgery & Cataract Surgery

Retired Professor : Regional Institute of Ophthalmology (RIO), Trivandrum

Work days : Monday – Saturday

Introducing the Doctor

Dr. K. Mahadevan is a legendary ophthalmologist with a rich background in medical education and clinical practice. He is a skilled vitreoretinal surgeon and a cataract surgeon. He began his career at Aravind Eye Hospital, Madurai and served as a Registrar in Neurosurgery at Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology in Trivandrum. After joining the Medical Education Service in Kerala, he rose through the ranks to retire as a Professor at the Regional Institute of Ophthalmology and Medical College, Trivandrum.

Professional Achievements

Dr. K. Mahadevan has earned widespread recognition for his contributions to retinal surgery, ophthalmic education, and scientific research.

  • Retired Professor, Regional Institute of Ophthalmology (RIO), Thiruvananthapuram
  • Former President of the Kerala Society of Ophthalmic Surgeons (KSOS)
  • Editor of the Kerala Society of Ophthalmic Surgeons Journal (1983 & 1992–1996)
  • Presented scientific papers on Retinal & Vitreous Surgery, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Ocular Trauma at state and national ophthalmology conferences
  • Presented research on ocular trauma at the All India Ophthalmological Conference (AIOC), New Delhi (2003)
  • Authored the retina chapter in an undergraduate ophthalmology textbook
  • Recipient of the 1999 Dr. Sankaran Menon Memorial Medal – Best Paper Award, presented by the Kerala State Ophthalmological Society for his work on Sutureless Vitrectomy

Commitment to Community Eye Care

Throughout his career, Dr. K. Mahadevan has remained committed to advancing ophthalmology through clinical excellence, academic leadership, and continuous research. His expertise in retinal diseases and cataract surgery has benefited thousands of patients while inspiring future generations of eye specialists.

As a respected teacher, surgeon, and researcher, he has consistently promoted high standards of patient care and evidence-based ophthalmic practice.

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