SankaraNethralaya

SankaraNethralaya The largest charitable not-for-profit Eye hospital in India His words marked the beginning of a long journey to do God's own work.

Sankara Nethralaya, a not-for-profit charitable hospital, embarked on a relentless journey on September 6, 1978 to provide world-class tertiary eye care in India. Its growth since then has been phenomenal — thanks to the unconditional and generous support received from all quarters of society. Today, we have over 80 eye care professionals examining around 1,500 patients and performing around 125 surgeries a day. It was in 1976 when addressing a group of doctors, His Holiness Sri Jayendra Saraswathi, the Sankaracharya of the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam spoke of the need to create a hospital with a missionary spirit. On the command of His Holiness, Dr. Sengamedu Srinivasa Badrinath, along with a group of philanthropists founded a charitable not-for-profit eye hospital...

One that would bring world-class eye care to the people of India. One that would adopt a single standard of care for all, rich or poor. One that would share the fruits of its knowledge and spread its concept of care to distant parts of this country. In a solemn function held at the premises of the Vijaya Hospital with Semmangudi Srinivasa Aiyer offering the prayer, Mrs (Dr) T Agarwal inaugurated the project. On the auspicious day of Vinayaka Chaturthi, the sixth day of September in the year 1978, the hospital came into existence. It was named Sankara Nethralaya, which means "The Temple of the Eye". The long journey for vision with a mission began. In 33 years, the hospital has gained international excellence and is acclaimed for its quality care and compassion. Sankara Nethralaya today has grown into a super specialty institution for ophthalmic care and receives patients from all over the country and from abroad. Sankara Nethralaya family today has over 1000 individuals with one vision – to propagate the Nethralaya philosophy; the place of our work is an Alaya and Work will be our worship, which we shall do with sincerity, dedication and utmost love with a missionary spirit. Sankara Nethralaya has been described by Shri Nani A. Palkivala, an eminent legal expert and former Indian Ambassador to USA, as the "Best Managed Charitable Organization in India". Sir Ratan Tata Trust has observed Sankara Nethralaya as a High Performing Knowledge Institution – mission driven, a proven track record, acknowledged nationally and internationally for its expertise and excellence in Ophthlmic care with almost all eye sub-specialities, good management systems, a vibrant set of human resources and a participative system of decision-making. On an average, 1500 patients walk through our doors and 150 surgeries are performed every day. In our journey for excellence, we have received many awards and appreciation of our efforts. And we still have a long way to go…

Pink, itchy, or watery eyes? It could be conjunctivitis. Keep your hands clean and avoid touching your eyes to stop the ...
29/11/2025

Pink, itchy, or watery eyes? It could be conjunctivitis. Keep your hands clean and avoid touching your eyes to stop the spread.

21/11/2025

Our Pediatric Ophthalmology and Optometry teams stepped into Children’s Day with a bright, happy awareness walk from the Dr. S. S. Badrinath Campus! With colourful posters, smiles, and lots of energy, we spread the word on outdoor play, sunlight, and screen-free time for healthier little eyes.

Nothing beats celebrating kids by helping them see the world better.

We're happy to announce that Ms. Asha Tharsis, Optometrist, Dept. of Pediatrics bagged the Prof. Padmaja Sankaridurg Myo...
18/11/2025

We're happy to announce that Ms. Asha Tharsis, Optometrist, Dept. of Pediatrics bagged the Prof. Padmaja Sankaridurg Myopia Research Excellence Award for Best Poster under Scientific Poster category at the Indian Myopia Awareness and Research Conference (IMARC), 2025.

Join us in congratulating her on this outstanding milestone!

Protecting Preemie EyesLet’s make sure no baby loses sight due to a delayed diagnosis or missed appointment.Timely check...
17/11/2025

Protecting Preemie Eyes

Let’s make sure no baby loses sight due to a delayed diagnosis or missed appointment.

Timely check-ups = lifelong vision.

When a baby is born too soon, every milestone feels even more precious.Their first breath. Their first touch. And one mo...
17/11/2025

When a baby is born too soon, every milestone feels even more precious.

Their first breath. Their first touch. And one more thing - the first time they see the world.

But keep in mind, preemies are at risk for Retinopathy of Prematurity, a condition that can lead to vision loss if unnoticed.

However, a screening within 4 weeks, followed by timely check-ins, can protect their sight and keep their world bright.

Let's give every tiny fighter the clear future they deserve.

To everyone living with diabetes: Your eyes deserve a little extra love.High blood sugar can quietly affect the tiny blo...
15/11/2025

To everyone living with diabetes: Your eyes deserve a little extra love.

High blood sugar can quietly affect the tiny blood vessels in your eyes, often without any early symptoms. That’s why regular eye check-ups aren’t just important… they’re life-changing.

Even if your vision seems perfectly fine, a regular eye exam as per your ophthalmologist's advise can catch problems early and protect your sight.

Take the step and book your eye check-up.
Your future self will thank you.

Children explore the world through curious, sparkling eyes and protecting that vision is our biggest priority.This Child...
14/11/2025

Children explore the world through curious, sparkling eyes and protecting that vision is our biggest priority.

This Children’s Day, let’s make sure every child gets the best start to a lifetime of healthy sight.
Early eye check-ups can detect vision issues long before they affect learning, development, or confidence.

Bring your little ones for a comprehensive eye check-up and help them see their world clearly!

Diabetes can affect your eyes long before symptoms appear.Know the difference between early and late-stage changes - and...
13/11/2025

Diabetes can affect your eyes long before symptoms appear.

Know the difference between early and late-stage changes - and don't wait for your vision to warn you.

Schedule your retinal check-up today.

Dr. Dhanashree Ratra, Deputy Director Vitreo-Retina Department, explored retinopathy in full-term infants through her re...
10/11/2025

Dr. Dhanashree Ratra, Deputy Director Vitreo-Retina Department, explored retinopathy in full-term infants through her recent study.

Congratulations for winning the Best Poster at the 34th Annual Conference of Vitreo Retinal Society India, 2025.

Diabetic Retinopathy often develops silently. There might not be any pain or early symptoms. But it can lead to irrevers...
09/11/2025

Diabetic Retinopathy often develops silently. There might not be any pain or early symptoms. But it can lead to irreversible vision loss if left unchecked.

If you have diabetes, your eyes deserve as much care as your sugar levels.

A simple, painless eye exam can help detect early changes and protect your vision for years to come.

Schedule your annual diabetic eye check-up today.

Double cheers from ASCON 2025! Our TSNA & ESO's Principal Dr. Anuradha bagged the Living Legend Award and Ms. Tamil Azha...
05/11/2025

Double cheers from ASCON 2025!

Our TSNA & ESO's Principal Dr. Anuradha bagged the Living Legend Award and Ms. Tamil Azhahi, M.Optom student, snagged the Runner-Up spot in the Scientific Paper Presentation!

Legends and learners both making us proud at Sankara Nethralaya!

A proud milestone for Sankara Nethralaya!Our Distinguished Senior Consultant Dr. Lingam Gopal has been awarded the Lifet...
01/11/2025

A proud milestone for Sankara Nethralaya!

Our Distinguished Senior Consultant Dr. Lingam Gopal has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Vitreo-Retinal Society of India (VRSI) at its annual meet in Goa.

A name synonymous with precision, excellence, and dedication in vitreoretinal surgery, Dr. Gopal’s decades of work have set benchmarks in patient care and medical education.

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