Dr. Chaitra M C
Professor
Academic Qualifications: MBBS, MD
| SL NO | Degree | Specialization | Institute | Year of passing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MBBS | - | Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences | 2010 |
| 2 | MS | Ophthalmology | MVJ Medical college & Research Hospital | 2012 |
Additional qualifications / training
- Post graduate Diploma in Medico Legal Systems (PGDMLS), SSODL, Pune
- Post graduate Diploma in Quality Management of Hospital and Healthcare Organizations (PGDQMHHO), SSODL, Pune.
- MNAMS: Awarded Membership of National Academy of Medical Sciences (MNAMS) Honorary in the year 2025.
EXPERIENCE
| Institution / Organisation | Designation | Role | Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|
| SDUMC | SR | Teaching, Clinical, Research | 2016- July 2018 |
| SDUMC | Assistant Professor | Teaching, Clinical, Research | Aug 2018- Jan2023 |
| SDUMC | Associate Professor | Administrative, Teaching, Clinical, Research | Feb 2023- jan 2026 |
| SDUMC | Professor | Administrative, Teaching, Clinical, Research | Feb 2026 – till date |
CURRENT ACADEMIC ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Teaching Ophthalmology to the undergraduate students of MBBS and MS postgraduates.
- Teaching Optometry to the undergraduates of B Sc Optometry & Post graduates of M optometry students.
- Helping the Ophthalmology & Optometry postgraduate students in their thesis as a Guide & co-guide.
- Being In-Charge faculty for Optomtery students.
- Mentoring the students as a teacher guardian.
- Involved in research in Ophthalmology and multidisciplinary.
- Presented various papers and posters in state and national conferences.
- Providing patient care and expertise in performing various ocular surgeries.
- Participating in free cataract surgery outreach programmes, diabetic retinopathy screening camps, Speciality camps at Devarayasamudra and Bellur, General health camps and Mega Health camps.
- Department Registrar.
- Task Force member of NAAC criterion 7.
- Member of BoS- AHS.
- Member of Faculty of Medicine
ACHIEVEMENTS
- Awarded Honorary MNAMS at the prestigious 65 th convocation of national academy of medical sciences India on 7 th to 9 th November, 2025 at PGIMER, Chandigarh.
- Awarded Distinguished Researcher Award in the field of ophthalmology on 25ht jan 2026, by the International Scientific Laurels committee.
- Won various awards in school and university level sports and cultural activities.
RESEARCH
| Name of project | List of researchers | ongoing / completed | Funded / Non funded | Funding agency | Funds sanctioned |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Influence of fluorosis on genetic predisposition due to single nucleotide polymorphism of LOXL1 gene in Pseudoexfoliation syndrome | Dr. Chaitra M C Dr. Sharath DR. Azeem Dr. Prabhavathi, Dr. Rashmi G, Praveen, Mrs Apoorva | Completed | Funded | SDUAHER | Rs.1,85,000/- |
| Evaluation of underlying etilogical factors in patients with Papilledema in rural Karnataka | Dr. Sri Archana, Dr. Chaitra M C, Dr. Rashmi G | Completed | Non funded | - | - |
| Observational study of use of 0.5% pilocarpine eye drops in correction of presbyopia | Dr. Chaitra M C Dr. Sharadhi | On-going | Non funded | - | - |
| Estimation of serum calcium magnesium and phosphorus levels in patients with senile cataract in rural Karnataka | Dr. Chaitra M C Dr. Hasareen Shaik | On-going | Non funded | - | - |
| To assess the importance of Neutrophil/Lymphocyte Ratio, Lymphocyte/Platelet Ratio & Monocyte/Lymphocyte ratio as inflammatory predictors of corneal pathologies | Dr. Chaitra M C, Dr. Susmitha Joshy | On-going | Non funded | - | - |
| Correlation between RoP development & platelet count in early postnatal period in preterm babies in a tyertiary care center at Kolar | Dr. Chaitra MC, Dr.Susmitha Joshy | On-going | Non funded | - | - |
| Subclinical central macular thickness and total macular volume in Diabetes using SD-OCT & its correlation with glycemic index- A cross sectional Analytical study in rural Karnataka | Dr. Chaitra MC, Dr. A B. Chirag | On-going | Non funded | - | - |
| A clinical study on congenital ocular & its adnexal anamolies in paediatric age group | Dr. Chaitra MC, Dr. Preethi Chava, Dr. Raveena | On-going | Non funded | - | - |
AREAS OF INTEREST, EXPERTISE AND RESEARCH
- Expertise in Anterior segment surgeries and interested in Medical Retina, Glaucoma and Squint
PUBLICATIONS
| Title of article | Name of journal | Year of publica tion | List of authors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Awareness and perception regarding eye donation in students of a nursing college in rural Karnataka | Journal of Evidence Based Medicine & Healthcare | 2015 | Chaitra M. C, Sujatha V, S. Pandu. |
| Pre operative assessment of patient to anticipate decrease in vision post cataract surgery | International Journal of Scientific Research | 2018 | M.S.Padmajothi, Chaitra MC |
| Awareness & knowledge of Glaucoma among Hospital personnel in a tertiary care centre in rural Karnataka. | Tropical journal of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology. | 2019 | M S Padmajothi, Chaitra M C, Anneshi R C. |
| Awareness & knowledge of Diabetic Retinopathy among Hospital personnel in a tertiary care centre in rural Karnataka. | International Journal of Scientific research. | 2019 | M S Padmajothi, Chaitra M C, Anneshi R C. |
| Correlation between ocular manifestations in dengue fever & platelet count | International Journal of Scientific research | 2019 | M S Padmajothi, Chaitra M C, M Madhumita. |
| A clinical study of dacryocystitis. | Indian Journal of Clinical & Experimental Ophthalmology | 2019 | Chaitra MC, Pandu S, Padmajothi MS, |
| Age-specific magnitude and causes of visual impairmentin a tertiary health care centre in rural Karnataka. | Tropical journal of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology. | 2020 | Chaitra MC, Reshma R, Rashmi G, Varsha V. |
| A case report: Optic disc pit with serous macular detachment. | International Journal of Ophthalmology Sciences. | 2020 | Chaitra MC, Nandhini K. |
| Seeking spark ocular myasthenia gravis in a juvenile – an Indian case report. | Tropical journal of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology. | 2020 | Usha BR, Nandhini K, Chaitra MC. |
| Awareness and practice patterns of intensive care unit nurses towards eye care in a tertiary health care centre in Kolar. | International Journal of Ophthalmology Sciences. | 2020 | Reshma Ravindra, Rashmi G, Chaitra MC,Apurva Shivaji Navale, Shereen Hassan Bhat. |
| Evaluation of visual acuity in drivers as studied in Kolar district. | International Journal of Preclinical & Clinical Research. | 2021 | Padmajothi MS, Chaitra MC*, Shetty SA. |
| Comparison of Noncontact Tonometry, Goldmann Applanation Tonometry with and without Fluorescein. | International Journal of Applied Research. | 2022 | Aastha Garg, Rashmi G, Reshma Ravindra, Chaitra M C. |
| Dry eye among computer operators at a tertiary care centre in India. | Bioinformation | 2022 | Chaitra et al. |
| Risks of infection among health care workers and its preventive measures observed by medical students in a tertiary care centre- A cross sectional study | International Journal of Medical Science and Innovative Research | 2022 | Chaitra M C, Vidya Nidhi, |
| E-learning versus conventional teaching among students during COVID-19 pandemic in India. | Bioinformation | 2022 | Chaitra et al. |
| Frequency of convergence insufficiency among students at a tertiary care centre in rural Karnataka, India. | Bioinformation | 2023 | J Akhil, Chaitra MC, K Kaliminnal, Sheik Firdose, P Rashmika. |
| Eye in the skin- A review article. | Indian Journal of Clinical & Experimental Ophthalmology | 2023 | Chaitra M C, Ramanjanayalu M |
| Subjective Verification of Refraction- A Quality Section Indicator: A Cross-sectional Study. | Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. | 2023 | MC Chaitra , KM Harshitha , H Mohan Kumar , Sri Archana. |
| Prevalence, risk factors and severity of retinopathy of prematurity in preterm infants in a tertiary care hospital in rural Karnataka. | Indian Journal of Clinical & Experimental Ophthalmology | 2023 | Shaik R, Chaitra M C. |
| Tear film abnormalities in patients with pseudoexfoliation syndrome | The Pan-American Journal of Ophthalmology | 2023 | G. Rashmi, M. C. Chaitra |
| Macro Mineral Levels as Markers For Senile Cataract- A Case Control Study | NeuroQuantology | 2024 | Dr. Shaik Hasareen, Dr. Chaitra M.C. |
| Congenital ocular and its adnexal anomalies among Indian pediatric age groups | Bioinformation | 2024 | Preethi Chava, MC Chaitra*, J Raveena & Amulya Padmini |
| Correction of presbyopia using 0.5% pilocarpine eye drops among Indians | Bioinformation | 2024 | Dr. Chaitra M C, Dr. Sharadhi Petkar |
| Detection of corneal pathology among Indians using WBC count as inflammatory marker | Bioinformation | 2024 | Dr. Chaitra MC, Dr. Susmitha Joshy |
| Subclinical central macular thickness and total macular volume in Diabetes using SD-OCT & its correlation with glycemic index- A cross sectional Analytical study in rural Karnataka | Journal of cardiovascular research | 2024 | Dr. Chaitra MC, Dr. A B. Chirag |
| Associations of Ganglion CellInner Plexiform Layer and Optic Nerve Head Parameters with Visual Field Sensitivity in Advanced Glaucoma | South Eastern European Journal of Public Health | 2025 | Dr. Sanjana, Dr. Chaitra M C |
| The correlation of ABO and Rh Blood Group Phenotypes with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus with or without microvascular complications | South Eastern European Journal of Public Health | 2025 | Dr. Prathibha Elavala, Dr. Chaitra M C |
| Effects of Intravitreal Ranibizumab Injection on Diabetic Macular Edema | Cuestiones de Fisioterapia | 2025 | Dr. Gummalla Bhavishya, Dr. Chaitra M C |
| Eyeing victory with 5fu: Ocular surface squamous neoplasia: A case report | Dr. Chaitra M C, Dr. Bhavishya | 2025 | International Journal of Applied Research |
| Evaluation of Underlying Etiological Factors in Patients with Papilledema in Rural Karnataka | Dr. Sri Archana, Dr. Chaitra MC and Dr. Rashmi G | 2025 | EC Ophthalmology |
| A Cross-Sectional Study to Compare the Effects of Chewing Versus Smoking Tobacco on Corneal Endothelial Health | Tatiparthi Kavya, Chaitra MC, Hasareen Shaik | 2025 | EC Ophthalmology |
| ROP Risk Stratification in Preterm Babies: The Role of Early Postnatal Platelet Count | G Bhavishya, Susmitha Joshy, Chaitra M C, James Daniel | 2025 | EC Ophthalmology |
| Comparison of Intraocular Pressure Measured by Non Contact Tonometry and Goldmann Applanation Tonometry in Myopic Astigmatism and Healthy Individuals | Dr. Padmini S *, Dr. Nukar Loriak, Dr. Chaitra M. C. | 2025 | European Journal of Cardiovascular Medicine (EJCM) |
| Rate of occurrence of pseudoexfoliation in Diabetic patients with senile cataract in South indian rural population | Pramukh Prasad, Chaitra M C | 2025 | IJMEDPH |
| Correlation between red blood cell distribution width-to-albumin ratio and diabetic retinopathy | Prathibha Elavala, M.C Chaitra, K. Prabhavathi & T.N Suresh | 2025 | Bioinformation |
| Linking pseudo-exfoliation and serum uric acid among cataract patients | NL Haneela, M.C Chaitra, N. Apoorva & Sasankadhar Reddy | 2025 | Bioinformation |
| Association of inflammatory markers and hematological inflammatory indices in predicting pseudoexfoliation | Dr. C. Harshitha, Dr. Chaitra M C | 2025 | Bioinformation |
| Evaluating the Changes in Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer in Patients with Varying Degrees of Pseudoexfoliation | G Bhavishya, Athira K, Chaitra MC | 2025 | Innovations |
| Association of macular thickness with Axial length & parapapillary atrophy in myopic eyes - A cross sectional study | Dr Srilekha R Mathapati, Dr. Chaitra M C | 2025 | Journal of Rare Cardiovascular Diseases |
| Lower Hemoglobin Levels As A Risk Factor For The Development Of Retinopathy Of Prematurity. | Dr. Pabba Harshitha, Dr. Chaitra M.C. Dr. Karthik, Dr. Supreetha MS | 2025 | Journal of Rare Cardiovascular Diseases |
| Role Of Complete Blood Cell Count- Based Inflammation Markers In Predicting Posterior Capsule Opacification Following Cataract Surgery | Dr. Pabba Harshitha, Dr. Chaitra M.C, Dr. Athira K, Dr. Shilpa M D | 2026 | Journal Of Applied Bioanalysis |
| The Impact of Tobacco on the Efficacy of Peribulbar Block in Cataract Patients – A Pilot Study. | Dr. K. Jai Pavan Siddharth, Dr. Chaitra M.C, Dr. Hasareen Shaik | 2026 | Journal Of Applied Bioanalysis |
| Comparison of Corneal Endothelial Parameters in Uveitis and Healthy Eyes Using Specular Microscopy: A Cross-Sectional Study | Dr. Srilekha R Mathapati1 and Dr. Chaitra M C | 2026 | European Journal of Clinical Pharmacy |
| Evaluation of retinal vascular & Optic nerve head alterations in anaemic pregnant women using optical coherence tomography angiography: A case–control study | Dr. Atmakuri Priyanka, Dr. Chaitra MC, Dr. Achala G S | 2026 | IJDDT |
| Retinal Microvascular Changes in Iron Deficiency Anemia Using Optical Coherence Tomography Angiography – A Case-Control Study | Sasankadhar Reddy M, Apoorva N, Chaitra MC | 2026 | IJDDT |
| Comparative Study of Axial Length Measurement Using A-Scan and B-Scan in Intra Ocular Lens Power Calculation for Cataract Surgery | Dr. Pabba Harshitha, Dr. Chaitra M.C | 2026 | IJDDT |
| Eyeing victory with 5fu: Ocular surface squamous neoplasia: A case report | Dr. Chaitra M C, Dr. Bhavishya | 2025 | International Journal of Applied Research |
| Evaluation of Underlying Etiological Factors in Patients with Papilledema in Rural Karnataka | Dr. Sri Archana, Dr. Chaitra MC and Dr. Rashmi G | 2025 | EC Ophthalmology |
| A Cross-Sectional Study to Compare the Effects of Chewing Versus Smoking Tobacco on Corneal Endothelial Health | Tatiparthi Kavya, Chaitra MC, Hasareen Shaik | 2025 | EC Ophthalmology |
| ROP Risk Stratification in Preterm Babies: The Role of Early Postnatal Platelet Count | G Bhavishya, Susmitha Joshy, Chaitra M C, James Daniel | 2025 | EC Ophthalmology |
| Comparison of Intraocular Pressure Measured by Non Contact Tonometry and Goldmann Applanation Tonometry in Myopic Astigmatism and Healthy Individuals | Dr. Padmini S *, Dr. Nukar Loriak, Dr. Chaitra M. C. | 2025 | European Journal of Cardiovascular Medicine (EJCM) |
| Rate of occurrence of pseudoexfoliation in Diabetic patients with senile cataract in South indian rural population | Pramukh Prasad, Chaitra M C | 2025 | IJMEDPH |
| Correlation between red blood cell distribution width-to-albumin ratio and diabetic retinopathy | Prathibha Elavala, M.C Chaitra, K. Prabhavathi & T.N Suresh | 2025 | Bioinformation |
| Linking pseudo-exfoliation and serum uric acid among cataract patients | NL Haneela, M.C Chaitra, N. Apoorva & Sasankadhar Reddy | 2025 | Bioinformation |
| Association of inflammatory markers and hematological inflammatory indices in predicting pseudoexfoliation | Dr. C. Harshitha, Dr. Chaitra M C | 2025 | Bioinformation |