DR DD SHASTRY - EYE SPECIALIST

RIVONIA/BRYANSTON

DR DD SHASTRY

About Us

Dr DD Shastry is a specialist ophthalmologist who obtained her medical degree (MBChB) from The University of Pretoria in 2010. During her training years, Dr Shastry worked in different hospitals throughout the city of Tshwane, where she was exposed to several disciplines and specialties – notably her position as a medical officer in a general surgery unit. It was here that her love for the operating environment developed.

After completing her ophthalmology training, she obtained her postgraduate qualification in Ophthalmology from the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa in 2020 and her Master of Medicine (MMed) in Ophthalmology in 2021.

Dr DD Shastry currently works as a specialist at VisuSense Ophthalmologists - a boutique ophthalmology practice based in the West Rand, Gauteng. In addition, she is a session consultant in the Department of Ophthalmology at Tshwane District Hospital.

Dr Shastry regularly attends national and international congresses to keep abreast of the latest advancements in her field and manages her patients according to best medical practices. By working with other specialists in various interrelated fields, such as physicians, neurologists, neurosurgeons and ENT specialists, Dr Shastry has nurtured close ties with colleagues, ensuring she co-manages patients with other doctors and optometrists in different fields with expertise.

Dr DD Shastry has always been passionate about making healthcare services accessible to her local community and increasing awareness around vision-threatening eye conditions.

Dr Shastry’s work ethic and passion for ophthalmology are inspired by her motto: "It is unbelievable how powerful you can be when you have a clear vision."

Ocular Conditions

  • Diabetic eye care and diabetic retinopathy prevention involve visiting an experienced ophthalmologist yearly and receiving annual visual examinations in order to detect early changes and implement prompt treatment.
  • Age-related macular degeneration causes blurriness, affecting your central vision.
  • Cataracts result in cloudy vision and are caused by age-related changes within the protein in the lens of the eye. These proteins degenerate and accumulate, causing images to appear blurry and less colourful.
  • Dry eye disease arises when tears do not sufficiently lubricate the eyes. The susceptibility to dry eye disease may increase with age and can often affect contact lens wearers. Allergic eye disease (allergic conjunctivitis) is inflammation of the eyes that results from an allergic reaction to substances such as pollen, pet dander, or mould.

Services

  • Adult
  • Paediatric 
  • Cataract 

Map & Directions

159 First Avenue,
Laudium

079-383-5054

Netcare Pinehaven Hospital,
Pinehaven Estate 1 Gateway Road,
Krugersdorp

011-201-4625


Contact Details

Netcare Pinehaven Hospital: 011-201-4625
159 First Avenue, Laudium: 079-383-5054

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Website: www.drshastry.co.za

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