Profile Overview

Dr. Gollapalli Bharani Ellar is a highly skilled ophthalmologist with specialized expertise in cataract and medical retina services. With strong clinical training from leading eye institutions and more than three decades of experience, she is known for delivering high-quality, patient-focused eye care. She has been serving at Smt. Rajeswari Ramakrishnan Lions Eye Hospital, Nidadavole since 2013, contributing significantly to the hospital’s clinical excellence and service development.

Education & Training

• MBBS – Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam
• Postgraduate Diploma in Ophthalmology – Regional Eye Hospital, Visakhapatnam
• Fellowship in Medical Retina – Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore
• Fellowship in Phacoemulsification – L.V. Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI), Visakhapatnam

Clinical Expertise

Dr. Bharani Ellar specializes in advanced cataract surgery and performs a wide spectrum of premium intraocular lens (IOL) procedures with high precision, including:

• Trifocal intraocular lenses
• Trifocal Toric lenses
• Extended Depth of Focus (EDOF) lenses
• Complex and high-risk cataract cases
• Diagnosis and management of medical retina conditions such as diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration (ARMD), and retinal vascular disorders

Professional Strengths

• Expertise in both anterior segment and medical retina
• Skilled in modern phacoemulsification techniques
• Strong clinical judgment supported by evidence-based practices
• Patient counselling, personalized treatment planning, and comprehensive post-operative care

Commitment to Patient Care

Since joining Smt. Rajeswari Ramakrishnan Lions Eye Hospital, Nidadavole in 2013, Dr. Bharani Ellar has played a pivotal role in enhancing patient outcomes through meticulous diagnosis, advanced surgical capabilities, and compassionate care. She is committed to ensuring accessible, ethical, and high-quality ophthalmic services for the community.