HealthAdmin11/25/2025
New Delhi, Nov 26: The Annual Conference of the Intraocular Implant & Refractive Society of India (IIRSI 2025) successfully concluded today at Yashobhoomi International Convention Centre with the participation of over 700 specialists from 25 countries.
The major highlight from the 2 daylong session was that advanced eye scans can now flag early indicators of diabetes, pre-diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and even certain systemic conditions long before symptoms appear.
During the session, Dr. (Prof.) Mahipal Singh Sachdev, Chairman, Scientific Committee, IIRSI, emphasized that the eye is now emerging as a powerful diagnostic window into overall health. He said
“AI-enabled retinal imaging today goes far beyond detecting diabetic retinopathy. It can reveal early signs of pre-diabetes, cardiovascular risk, leukemia and certain cancer-related changes. With rising pollution directly impacting the eyes, it is more important than ever to spread awareness and adopt protective measures,”
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming eye care by enhancing the accuracy, speed, and predictive power of diagnostic imaging. AI-driven retinal scan analysis can identify subtle microvascular changes that often go unnoticed in routine examinations, enabling early detection of diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular abnormalities.
Dr. (Maj. Gen) JKS Parihar, President-Elect, IIRSI, said,
“In today’s era, eye diagnostics are no longer limited to eye diseases alone. High-precision scans can give us early warning about metabolic disorders and heart disease risk. This evolution in ophthalmology will allow timely management, especially in a country where non-communicable diseases are rapidly rising.”
Advanced algorithms can now screen thousands of retinal images within seconds, making large-scale community screening both feasible and affordable. Experts at IIRSI 2025 emphasised that AI tools are particularly impactful for rural India, where specialist access is limited, helping frontline health workers flag high-risk patients early and reduce preventable complications.
Adding to this, Dr. Ritika Sachdev, Organising Secretary, IIRSI, said,
“IIRSI 2025 was created as an immersive, interactive learning environment and the response from delegates has been overwhelming. Modern imaging tools are portable, fast and capable of identifying early diabetic and cardiac risks even in rural areas. When such screenings reach primary health centres, patients can be diagnosed early and predicted risks can be managed before complications set in.”
With participation from over 25 countries, IIRSI 2025 also showcased rapid advancements in imaging, AI-driven diagnostics, and post-cataract care. Scientific sessions, live surgeries, and knowledge-exchange panels will continue across the two-day conclave.