Established in 1947, the Department of Ophthalmology has long been recognized as a cornerstone of ophthalmic excellence in China. It has cultivated generations of leading ophthalmologists, earning the reputation as the "Cradle of Ophthalmologists" for its pivotal role in advancing eye care in Zhejiang Province and beyond. The department now operates across three campuses—Qingchun, Yuhang and Zhijiang—delivering consistent, high-quality services. With nearly 80 inpatient beds, 25 consultation rooms, 9 specialized operating theaters, and 2 dedicated refractive surgery suites, the department leverages state-of-the-art diagnostic and surgical technologies to ensure efficient patient care, including an average hospital stay of just two days.

Our team comprises 74 physicians, including 15 professors/chief physicians and 17 associate chief physicians, with 53 holding doctoral degrees. Supported by 25 technical specialists and 30 nurses, the department covers all major ophthalmic subspecialties: refractive surgery, vitreoretinal diseases, cornea and ocular surface diseases, pediatric strabismus and amblyopia, glaucoma, oculoplastics and orbital diseases, neuro-ophthalmology, uveitis, and ocular trauma. This comprehensive structure ensures expert care for both common and complex eye conditions.

The department provides uniform, high-standard services across all three campuses. Key specialties include:

· Refractive Surgery: Advanced procedures like femtosecond laser (SMILE, Femto-LASIK) and ICL implantation for high myopia.

· Cataract and Lens Services: Transitioned from vision restoration to premium refractive cataract surgery with multifocal, trifocal, and toric intraocular lenses.

· Vitreoretinal Diseases: A traditional strength, managing complex retinal detachments, diabetic retinopathy, and macular diseases via micro-incision vitrectomy and anti-VEGF therapies.

· Corneal Transplantation: Pioneering techniques supported by a modern eye bank.

· Pediatric Ophthalmology: Achieving high success rates in treating amblyopia and strabismus.

· Oculoplastics and Orbital Surgery: including eyelid reconstruction, cosmetic procedures and orbital fracture repairs; have gained considerable favor among patients.

Globally top-tier equipment—such as anterior/posterior OCT, OCT angiography, and femtosecond laser platforms—ensures precise diagnostics and outcomes.

Guided by the principle of "clinical practice guiding research, and scientific innovation empowering clinical advancements," the department focuses on critical areas like myopia control, genetic eye diseases, vitreoretinal disorders, and AI applications in ophthalmology. Recent achievements include overseeing 20+ research projects (e.g., National Natural Science Foundation grants) with funding exceeding ¥20 million, publishing 200+ SCI papers. Collaborations with international institutions further accelerate innovation.

Designated as a National and Provincial Key Clinical Specialty and home to the Zhejiang Engineering Research Center, the department has received many provincial awards for scientific advancements and medical contributions