Dr Renuka Bathija

Dr Renuka Bathija is an experienced glaucoma specialist and cataract surgeon, recognised for her expertise in the comprehensive management of glaucoma—from early diagnosis and ongoing monitoring to advanced surgical treatment.

She provides an extensive range of glaucoma procedures, including laser treatment, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) and trabeculectomy. She also has considerable experience in modern cataract surgery, including the treatment of patients with coexisting cataract and glaucoma.

Dr Bathija completed her specialist ophthalmology training at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, followed by a prestigious glaucoma fellowship at the Shiley Eye Institute, University of California San Diego. She has been in private ophthalmology practice since 1997, bringing nearly three decades of specialist experience to the care of her patients.

Alongside her private practice, Dr Bathija contributes to the education and training of future ophthalmologists through her role with the Glaucoma Unit at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital. Her wider professional contributions include research focused on the earlier detection of glaucoma and volunteer work with the Fred Hollows Foundation.

Dr Bathija combines extensive clinical and surgical experience with careful decision-making and a personalised approach, helping each patient preserve their sight and achieve the best possible visual outcome.