Sankara Nethralaya

Sankara Nethralaya is a leading non-profit eye hospital and research institution headquartered in Chennai, India. Founded in 1978, it was established with the mission to provide world-class eye care accessible to all, regardless of financial background. The institution focuses on clinical excellence, community service, medical education, and ophthalmic research, earning global recognition for its contributions to eye health.

The hospital’s primary business is tertiary and quaternary ophthalmic care. It offers comprehensive treatments for cataracts, glaucoma, retinal and corneal diseases, pediatric ophthalmology, ocular oncology, and refractive surgery. Alongside clinical services, it is deeply involved in research to combat preventable blindness and operates training programs through its Elite School of Optometry and Sankara Nethralaya Academy.

Sankara Nethralaya serves a wide clientele, including patients from across India and abroad, particularly from South Asia and the Middle East. A significant portion of its services are provided free or subsidized, reflecting its charitable ethos. The hospital operates multiple branches across Chennai, Kolkata, Rameswaram, Tirupati, and Jharkhand, expanding its reach to both urban and rural communities.