Advanced Vitreo-Retinal Disease Specialist
Expertise in Retinal Diagnostics & Imaging
Skilled in Laser & Intravitreal Treatments
Published Researcher & Academic Presenter
Retina care requires precision, advanced technology and a thorough understanding of every patient’s individual needs. My aim is to provide evidence-based treatment while continually advancing my clinical knowledge through research, teaching and continuous learning.
Dr. Raunaq Poonia is an ophthalmologist with specialised training in vitreo-retinal diseases and comprehensive experience in retinal diagnostics and treatment. He holds an MBBS and MS in Ophthalmology and has completed a Vitreo-Retina Fellowship from Retina Hospital, Rajkot. His professional experience also includes working as an Assistant Professor at Dr. S.S. Tantia Medical College, Ganganagar, reflecting his involvement in both clinical care and medical education.
Dr. Poonia has expertise in comprehensive retinal evaluation and advanced diagnostic imaging, including optical coherence tomography (OCT), OCT angiography, fundus fluorescein angiography (FFA), ultrawidefield retinal imaging, ultrasonography and detailed fundus examination. His clinical skills include retinal laser photocoagulation and intravitreal injections, along with working knowledge of scleral buckling and vitrectomy procedures.
Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Poonia has demonstrated a strong commitment to research and academic development. His published work covers diverse ophthalmic subjects, including corneal ulcers, ocular manifestations of COVID-19, glaucoma genetics, diabetic retinopathy and epiretinal membrane. He has also presented research at major academic forums including ROSCON, AIOC, AIOS ARC and APAO, covering topics ranging from eye donation awareness and corneal astigmatism to retinal vascular disorders and advanced retinal imaging.
Dr. Poonia believes that effective retinal care combines accurate diagnosis, evidence-based treatment and continuous learning. His approach is centred on applying appropriate technology and clinical expertise to individual patient needs while contributing to the advancement of ophthalmic knowledge through research, presentations and teaching.
Dr. Raunaq Poonia is an ophthalmologist with specialised training in vitreo-retinal diseases and comprehensive experience in retinal diagnostics and treatment. He holds an MBBS and MS in Ophthalmology and has completed a Vitreo-Retina Fellowship from Retina Hospital, Rajkot. His professional experience also includes working as an Assistant Professor at Dr. S.S. Tantia Medical College, Ganganagar, reflecting his involvement in both clinical care and medical education.
Dr. Poonia has expertise in comprehensive retinal evaluation and advanced diagnostic imaging, including optical coherence tomography (OCT), OCT angiography, fundus fluorescein angiography (FFA), ultrawidefield retinal imaging, ultrasonography and detailed fundus examination. His clinical skills include retinal laser photocoagulation and intravitreal injections, along with working knowledge of scleral buckling and vitrectomy procedures.
Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Poonia has demonstrated a strong commitment to research and academic development. His published work covers diverse ophthalmic subjects, including corneal ulcers, ocular manifestations of COVID-19, glaucoma genetics, diabetic retinopathy and epiretinal membrane. He has also presented research at major academic forums including ROSCON, AIOC, AIOS ARC and APAO, covering topics ranging from eye donation awareness and corneal astigmatism to retinal vascular disorders and advanced retinal imaging.
Dr. Poonia believes that effective retinal care combines accurate diagnosis, evidence-based treatment and continuous learning. His approach is centred on applying appropriate technology and clinical expertise to individual patient needs while contributing to the advancement of ophthalmic knowledge through research, presentations and teaching.
English, Hindi, Punjabi
Dr. Raunaq has a keen interest in vitreo-retinal diseases, retinal imaging, clinical research and ophthalmic education.
He has authored 10 ophthalmic publications in peer indexed journals and presented research at ROSCON, AIOC, AIOS ARC and APAO.
As an Assistant Professor, he contributes to clinical education, academic development and the training of medical professionals.
He has contributed to clinical practice, academic teaching, retinal research and presentations at leading ophthalmology forums.
With specialised retinal training and multiple academic contributions, Dr. Raunaq Poonia has presented research across national and international ophthalmology forums.
Paper Presentation, ROSCON Jaipur 2019 - “Eye Donation Awareness Among Medical and Paramedical Staff in a Medical Institute
Poster Podium Presentation, AIOC Gurugram 2020 - “Study on Changes in Corneal Astigmatism and Visual Acuity Before and After Pterygium Excision Surgery.
Paper Presentation, AIOC 2021 - “Causes of Blindness and Visual Impairment Among Students in Integrated School for Blind in Bikaner.
AIOS ARC, Surendranagar - Presentation on “Ultrawidefield Retinal Imaging.
ROSCON Udaipur 2024 - Presentation on “Vitamin D Deficiency in Patients with Retinal Vein Occlusion.
APAO 2025, Delhi - Case presentation on “Branch Retinal Artery Occlusion as an Initial Rare Ocular Manifestation of Severe Iron Deficiency Anemia.