With 2 state-of-the-art facilities and 130+ specialists, it is the first NABH & JCI-accredited eye hospital, known for clinical excellence. The National Institute of Ophthalmology (NIO) is one of the most prestigious and trusted super specialty eye hospitals in Pune. It has two state-of-the-art facilities located in Shivaji Nagar and Aundh (launched in 2016), with a combined capacity of 26 beds. The hospital provides specialized care across a variety of ophthalmic departments. NIO is led by the erstwhile Medical Director Dr. Aditya Kelkar, with a dedicated team of 130+ highly trained personnel. It employs some of the most well-known and leading experts in ophthalmology, bringing vast skill and experience to serve the diverse needs of patients. This has earned the hospital a reputation for clinical excellence in treating complex eye diseases and made it the first NABH and JCI-accredited eye hospital in Pune. Aruna Kelkar, NIO was established in 1992 to create a world-class center of excellence in eye care. The hospital combines state-of-the-art technology with expert personnel to provide exceptional services. Today, it includes subspecialty clinics, integrated diagnostic, imaging and laser systems, modern operation theatres, daycare recovery suites, and advanced training and education facilities. NIO serves patients from Pune and across Maharashtra for a wide range of eye disorders, including Cornea, Retina, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Neuro Ophthalmology, and Oculoplasty. It screens more than 75,000 outpatients and performs nearly 6,000 surgeries annually. Key services include:
- OPD Consultation, Cataract & Refractive Surgeries
- Excimer Laser, Vitreo Retinal, Diabetic Eye Clinic
- Pediatric, Neuro, Cornea & External Eye Disease
- Oculoplasty, Immunology, Eye Bank, Lasik (Contoura, Silk, Femtolaser)
- Artevo 800 3D, Capsulaser, and Femtolaser-assisted Cataract Surgery
NIO aims to expand accessibility to world-class eye care through innovation, research, and education.
