Case Studies

Name: Ragho Gopal Borase
MRD: F0100433
Age: 70 Sex-Male
Eye Operated: LE
Pre-op Vision-6/60
Post-op vision: 6/12

This is the story of a man named Ragho Borase 70-year-old from the village Torangan of Nashik district of Maharashtra state.
Ragho Borase is staying in the village with his family. Despite his diminishing sight, Ragho Borase remained determined to live life to the fullest. His grandchildren would often gather around him, eager to hear tales of his youth and the adventures he embarked upon in his prime. But as the days went by, Ragho Borase found it increasingly difficult to see the faces of his beloved grandchildren, let alone the world around him.

Ragho Borase finally went to a local ophthalmologist, who diagnosed him with cataracts in both of his eyes. The doctor explained that cataracts were clouding the lenses of his eyes, making it difficult for him to see clearly. Ragho Borase was devastated by the news. The doctor informed him that cataract surgery could restore his vision, but the cost was beyond what he could afford on his modest income.

One day Mr. Ragho Borase got to know about the free eye checkup camp of Tulsi Eye Hospital, Nashik at the nearby village. He visited the screening camp, where he was diagnosed with cataracts, in both eyes. At the campsite, he was properly counselled about his eye problem. He explained the procedure in detail. He was taken to the base hospital and operated on cataract successfully in his LE, and today Mr. Ragho Borase has regained vision in LE.
With his vision fully restored, Ragho Borase’s life took a positive turn. Ragho Borase never took his eyesight for granted again and continued to spread awareness about the importance of regular eye check-ups and the availability of Tulsi Eye Hospital that could help those in need.
He a very grateful to the Tulsi Eye Hospital and the Donor for restoring his vision free of cost which he never expected3

Patient Profile

Name of Beneficiary: Ms. Dada Gangurde, F/70
Address: Tisgaon Nashik, MH
Eye Operated: LE
Pre-Op Vision: FC
Post-Op vision: 6/12

This is the story of an elderly man named Dada Gangurde who lives in a small village in the Nashik district of Maharashtra state. Dada had always been a hard-working farmer and had devoted his entire life to his land. However, as he grew older, he started facing problems with his vision. Initially, he ignored the problem, thinking that it was just a result of his old age. But with time, his vision became so poor that he could hardly see anything clearly. He could no longer work on his land, and he started feeling frustrated and helpless. Though he has family members but all of them ignored Dada’s eye problem owing to his old age.
Last few months Dada started vision-related problems in his eyes, which affected his daily routine. He was not able to carry out work-related activities due to poor vision. He also finds it difficult to see distant objects. As a result, that affected his lifestyle and he wasn’t able to do his daily activities. The problem of poor vision increased day by day and he had to face many challenges in his life. Dada’s family was worried about his health and took him to a local doctor. The doctor diagnosed him with cataracts and recommended surgery. However, Dada was hesitant to undergo surgery as he was afraid of the cost and the risks involved.
One day, a social worker informed Dada about the free eye checkup camp of Tulsi Eye Hospital in the nearby village. He visited the screening camp, where he was diagnosed with a cataract in his eyes. At the campsite, he was properly counselled about his eye problem. He thoroughly explained the procedure in detail. He had taken to the base hospital & he was operated on successfully for a cataract. Dada had regained his vision back.
In the end, Dada’s story highlights the challenges faced by the elderly in India when it comes to healthcare. While medical facilities are available, many people cannot afford the cost of treatment, which can lead to delayed or inadequate care. Despite this, Dada’s story also shows the importance of family support and the role it can play in improving the health and well-being of the elderly.

Patient details:
Name: Shasikala Khandu Baste
MRD: F097168
Age: 62 Sex-Female
Eye Operated: LE
Pre-op Vision-2/60
Post-op vision: 6/12-6/9

This is the story of a woman named Shasikala Baste 62-year-old from the Ashok Nagar area of Nashik district of Maharashtra state.
Shasikala is staying in the village with her family of 06 members. She lost her husband a few years back since then she is staying with her children. She is retired as an Anganwadi Worker.
Shasikala had seen many seasons pass, and with each one, her vision had gradually deteriorated due to cataracts. Her once-vibrant world had now become a blurry, uncertain place, filled with darkness and shadows.
One day Shasikala got to know about the free eye checkup camp of Tulsi Eye Hospital, Nashik at the nearby village. She visited the screening camp, where she was diagnosed with cataracts, in both eyes. At the campsite, she was properly counselled about her eye problem. She explained the procedure in detail. She was taken to the base hospital and operated on cataract successfully in her LE, and today Shasikala has regained vision in LE.
The days after the surgery were a time of rediscovery for Shasikala. She wandered through the village, marveling at the beauty she had long forgotten. She could see the lush green fields. Shasikala’s life had been transformed.
The cataract surgery had not just given Shasikala her vision back; it had given her a second chance at life. Her journey from darkness to light had not only changed her world but had illuminated the lives of those around her. She became a symbol of hope and inspiration, a reminder that it is never too late to regain what you’ve lost and to embrace life with open eyes and a heart full of gratitude.

Patient details:
Name: Dharma Waman Patil
MRD: F096007
Age: 65 Sex-Male
Eye Operated: RE
Pre-op Vision-3/60
Post-op vision: 6/12-6/9

This is the story of a man named Dharma Patil 65-year-old from the Pawan Nagar area of Nashik district of Maharashtra state.
Dharma Patil is staying in the village with his wife. He lost his only son a few years back. He is a vegetable vendor by profession.
Dharma Patil has always been meticulous about his work, paying attention to every detail. He had to spend long hours in the sun without proper eye protection. This can lead to an increased risk of cataracts. Unfortunately, Dharma Patil with cataracts faced several challenges in his daily life. Cataracts had significantly impacted his vision, making it difficult to perform his work and maintain his overall quality of life.
Dharma Patil began to notice that his vision was slowly deteriorating. At first, he dismissed it as a natural part of ageing, but soon, it became evident that something was seriously wrong. His eyesight continued to worsen, and he found it increasingly difficult to perform everyday tasks. He consulted with the local doctor for his eye problem. The doctor suggested cataract removal surgery costing around INR 20000/- Dharma Patil was not able to raise money to his surgery because of his economically poor background.
One day Mr. Dharma Patil got to know about the free eye checkup camp of Tulsi Eye Hospital, Nashik at the nearby village. He visited the screening camp, where he was diagnosed with cataracts, in both eyes. At the campsite, he was properly counselled about his eye problem. He explained the procedure in detail. He was taken to the base hospital and operated on cataract successfully in his RE, and today Mr. Dharma Patil has regained vision in RE.
He a very grateful to the Tulsi Eye Hospital and the Donor for restoring his vision free of cost which he never expected.