All About Cataracts: Symptoms, Myths & Right Lens Choice
Dr. Kulsum explains how cataracts affect vision, why you don't need to wait for a cataract to become 'mature', and how to choose the right lens for your lifestyle.
Chief ophthalmic surgeon / 
Cataract, ROP & Medical Retina Specialist
20+ YRS EXPERIENCE
Dr. Kulsum Zaidi
Dr. Kulsum Zaidi is a highly respected eye surgeon in Hyderabad with over 20 years of experience in ophthalmology. She specializes in modern sutureless cataract surgery, refractive lens enhancement, myopia control in children, diabetic retinopathy management, and ROP screening and treatment for premature infants.
Known for her gentle, unhurried approach, she not only treats eye conditions but also counsels parents on lifestyle habits to protect their child's developing vision, while guiding adults and seniors in preserving long-term eye health and independence.
Her clinical depth comes from working across renowned government hospitals in India—including service with the Road Transport Corporation (RTC) Hospital, Telangana—as well as international eye care centres abroad, combining global surgical standards with deep local understanding.
Dr. Kulsum also serves at a charity hospital in Hyderabad, reflecting her lifelong commitment to making quality eye care accessible to every section of society. Beyond medicine, she believes in holistic wellness, advocating for fitness and balanced living as part of healthy vision.
Leads treatments
In practice / 
In the consultation room & modular OT
Inside Hyderabad's first ductless modular AHU operation theatre
Unhurried slit-lamp evaluation with every patient
Binocular indirect ophthalmoscopy for retina & newborn ROP
Patient education / 
Short video explainers by Dr. Kulsum
7 Essential Eye Care Tips for Children: A Guide for Parents
Simple daily lifestyle habits, outdoor sunlight tips, screen-time rules, and check-up milestones every parent should know to protect their child's developing eyes.
Glasses Explained: Vision Problems, Myths & Solutions
Understand myopia, astigmatism, and presbyopia in plain language, bust common myths about wearing glasses, and learn why timely correction matters.
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