Dr. Shruti is an eye surgeon and has received training from some of the best medical institutions in the country. With a mission to help people see better, she runs several awareness campaigns on eye care and mental health across various social media platforms. In her free time she enjoys writing poetry, riding motor bikes and petting cats.

You can follow her @dr_shruteye on Instagram.

In this interview, Dr. Shruti shares about her journey starting into the field of Ophthalmology, the difference between Ophthalmology and Optometry, and gives us insights into what our eyes can tell an Ophthalmologist about us. She also uncovers the growing epidemic of myopia and refractive defects among small children in India due to inadequate physical activity, extended screen times, technological gadgets and evolving parental practices. 

With Podcast Host: Ayush Gupta

Podcast Language: English 2(plus a little bit of Hindi)

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