Dr. Jyotirmay Biswas is a distinguished ophthalmologist specializing in uveitis and ophthalmic pathology. He currently serves as the Director of the Uveitis and Ocular Pathology Departments at Sankara Nethralaya in Chennai, India.
Educational Background and Training
Dr. Biswas completed his MBBS at Medical College Calcutta, University of Calcutta, in 1979. He pursued a fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at Sankara Nethralaya and further specialized with a fellowship in ophthalmic pathology at the Doheny Eye Institute, University of Southern California, USA.
Professional Contributions and Leadership
Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Biswas has made significant contributions to ophthalmology:
- Publications: Authored over 527 articles in indexed journals, 65 book chapters, and six books on uveitis and ophthalmic pathology.
- Mentorship: Trained 48 uveitis fellows, many of whom have become leaders in the field.
- Research: Pioneered the description of ocular lesions in AIDS patients in India.
Awards and Recognitions
Dr. Biswas’s excellence has been acknowledged through numerous accolades:
- Hari Om Ashram Alembic Research Award: Bestowed by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and presented by the President of India.
- Dr. Joseph Gnanadickam Gold Medal Oration Award: Conferred at the 70th Platinum Jubilee Annual Conference of the Tamil Nadu Ophthalmic Association in August 2023.
- Honorary Fellowship by the American College of Surgeons: Recognized for his outstanding contributions to ophthalmology.
Professional Affiliations
Dr. Biswas holds memberships and leadership positions in several esteemed organizations:
- International Ocular Inflammation Society
- International Uveitis Study Group
- American Uveitis Society
- Past President: Uveitis Society of India
- Past President: Society of Inflammation and Research
Clinical Expertise
His areas of specialization include:
- Uveitis: Diagnosis and management of intraocular inflammations.
- Retinal Vasculitis: Treatment of inflammatory conditions affecting retinal blood vessels.
- Scleritis: Management of inflammation of the sclera.
- AIDS-related Ocular Manifestations: Expertise in identifying and treating eye conditions associated with HIV/AIDS.
- Ocular Pathology: Comprehensive understanding of diseases affecting eye tissues.
Departmental Leadership at Sankara Nethralaya
Under Dr. Biswas’s leadership, the Uvea Department at Sankara Nethralaya has become the largest in Southeast Asia, treating approximately 3,000 new uveitis cases annually. The department is a primary referral center for uveitis patients from India and neighboring countries and is actively involved in research, boasting the highest number of peer-reviewed publications within the institution.
Contact Information
Dr. Biswas can be reached via email at drjb@snmail.org.
Dr. Jyotirmay Biswas’s dedication to ophthalmology, extensive research contributions, and commitment to patient care have solidified his reputation as a leader in his field, both nationally and internationally.
