Dr. Suganeswari Ganesan Wins WOS Leadership Award 2024

We are happy to announce that our Senior Consultant Dr. Suganeswari Ganesan has been honored with the Women Ophthalmologists Society (WOS) Leadership Award 2024. This award recognizes her contributions and leadership in the field of ophthalmology.

"Dr. Suganeswari's dedication has significantly advanced eye care and highlighted the expertise of Sankara Nethralaya’s team."

Congratulations to Dr. Suganeswari for this remarkable achievement!

Dr. Rashima Asokan Honored with Golden Jubilee Award by Indian Association of Occupational Health, Tamil Nadu Chapter

We are proud to share that Dr. Rashima Asokan of Sankara Nethralaya has been honored with the prestigious Golden Jubilee Award by the Indian Association of Occupational Health, Tamil Nadu Chapter!

This award, presented during the CME of IAOH, Tamil Nadu Chapter at Ramada Plaza, Guindy on September 29, 2024, recognizes Dr. Rashima’s outstanding presentation at the National Conference of Indian Association of Occupational Health - OCCUCON 2024, held in January.

A huge congratulations to Dr. Rashima for this incredible achievement and for her dedication to advancing healthcare.

Dr. Nisar Sonam Poonam Wins 2nd Prize in Quiz at National Oculoplastics Conference 2024

We are excited to share that Dr. Nisar Sonam Poonam and our ex-fellow Dr. Anju secured the 2nd prize in the Quiz at the National Oculoplastics Association of India conference held in Jaipur from September 27-29, 2024.

Dr. Sushrut Suhas Dongargaonkar Wins Best Podium Case Presentation at INOS Meeting

Congratulations to Dr. Sushrut Suhas Dongargaonkar, Fellow of Neuroophthalmology Services for winning the Best Podium Case Presentation at the recently concluded INOS Meeting. We are proud of your achievement!

Dr. Rakshita Kene Secures Runner-Up Prize at INOS Meeting for Research on Neuroretinitis

Dr. Rakshita Kene, fellow in Uvea and Medical Retina secured the Runner-Up prize in Free paper competition at the recent INOS meeting. Topic of her paper was "Clinical Profile, Etiology and Treatment Response of Neuroretinitis: Analysis of 75 Eyes from a Tertiary Care Eye Centre in South India.

Join us in congratulating Dr. Kene on this feat!

Dr. Rakshita Kene Wins Best Paper Award at Tamil Nadu Ophthalmic Association Annual Meeting

Dr. Rakshita Kene, fellow, Uvea and Medical Retina, won the Best Paper Award in the Uvea Session at the recently held Annual Meeting of the Tamil Nadu Ophthalmic Association. Her presentation topic was 'Optical Coherence Tomography Angiography in Inflammatory Choroidal Neovascular Membrane'.

Sankara Nethralaya Receives Sri Sant Hirdharam Sewa Award for Innovative Eye Care at Vision 2020 Conference

We are honored to receive the Sri Sant Hirdharam Sewa award for innovative eye care practices at the 18th annual Vision 2020 conference, held at Christian Medical College & Hospital, Ludhiana.

A big thank you to Vision 2020 for this recognition.

Dr. Jyotirmay Biswas Honored by Tamil Nadu Governor on West Bengal State Foundation Day at Raj Bhavan

On the occasion of West Bengal State Foundation Day, Governor of Tamil Nadu Thiru R. N. Ravi felicitated Dr. Jyotirmay Biswas, Director of Uveitis & Ocular Pathology Department, Sankara Nethralaya at Raj Bhavan. Dr. Biswas recited a poem by Rabindranath Tagore in Bengali and its English translation, adding a cultural touch to the celebration.

Dr. Himanshu Kashyap Wins Certificate of Merit at AIOS Ophthalmic Photography Competition

Dr. Himanshu Kashyap, a Vitreo Retina Fellow of Sankara Nethralaya, has been honored with the Certificate of Merit (Fundus Images) by the All India Ophthalmological Society during the AIOS Ophthalmic Photography Competition on World Sight Day 2023! Congratulations, Dr. Kashyap!

Dr. Jaichandran VV Elected General Secretary of World Congress of
Ophthalmic Anaesthesia 2028

Dr. Jaichandran VV, Sankara Nethralaya’s Deputy Director of Anaesthesia, has achieved a remarkable feat by being elected as the General Secretary of the World Congress of Ophthalmic Anaesthesia 2028. This prestigious appointment was announced during the Annual General Meeting held in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on April 27, 2024.

Dr. Veena Baskaran Honored by ACOIN for Community Service at International
Friendship Conference

Dr. Veena Baskaran, the Head of the Department at Jaslok Community Ophthalmic Centre and Senior Consultant at C.U.Shah Sankara Nethralaya, has received recognition for her outstanding community service at The International IndoNepal Friendship Conference held in Kathmandu. The conference, which unfolded on April 13th and 14th, had Dr. Veena Baskaran being honored by ACOIN (Association of Community Ophthalmologists of India and Nepal) for her remarkable contributions in community service. This accolade is a fitting tribute to her dedication to improving eye health and highlights her contributions to the field of ophthalmology.

Dr. L Vijaya Delivers Thom Zimmerman Memorial Lecture at 12th International Congress
on Glaucoma Surgery in Abu Dhabi

Sankara Nethralaya is elated to announce our Distinguished Senior Consultant Dr. L Vijaya delivered the ‘Thom Zimmerman Memorial Lecture’ at the 12th International Congress on Glaucoma Surgery. The event, which took place in Abu Dhabi from April 18 to April 20, 2024, featured top-notch sessions, including didactic sessions, interactive forums, grand rounds, videos, wet labs, and executive round-ups.

This gathering of leading minds in glaucoma surgery provided clear insights into evolving techniques, challenges, and solutions in the field. Dr. LV’s participation added prestige to the conference, while also highlighting Sankara Nethralaya’s commitment to advancing eye care.

Dr. Jyotirmay Biswas Receives Lifetime Achievement Award from All India
Ophthalmological Society

In yet another feather to his cap, Dr. Jyotirmay Biswas, Director of Uvea, has been honored with the prestigious lifetime achievement award by the All India Ophthalmological Society. Renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of ophthalmology, particularly in the domain of Uveitis, Dr. Biswas’ dedication and expertise have earned him this distinguished accolade. The award is another proof for Dr. Biswas’ passion and efforts in advancing the understanding and treatment of ocular diseases, solidifying Sankara Nethralaya’s legacy as a leader in the field of ophthalmology.

Dr. Dhanashree Ratra Receives Honorary FAICO Award for Outstanding Contributions
to Vitreo Retina

Vitreo Retina’s Senior Consultant Dr. Dhanashree Ratra has been awarded with the Honorary FAICO (Fellowship of All India Collegium of Ophthalmology) Award by the All India Ophthalmological Society (AIOC) during their annual conference. This recognition highlights Dr. Ratra’s exceptional contributions to the field of ophthalmology and her commitment to advancing eye care. Her receipt of this award further emphasises her status as a leader and role model in ophthalmology, inspiring peers and aspiring ophthalmologists alike.

Dr. Parthopratim Dutta Majumder Honored as AIOS National Resource Teacher
Receives Gold Medal at GuruSangam

Senior Consultant of Uvea department Dr. Parthopratim Dutta Majumder has been conferred the prestigious title of All India Ophthalmological Society (AIOS) National Resource Teacher and awarded a Gold Medal at the AIOS GuruSangam event.

AIOS also recognized Dr. Majumder’s expertise by appointing him as a National Resource Teacher, highlighting his role as a guiding force in advancing knowledge and skills within the ophthalmic community.

The felicitation ceremony was held at the AIOS Headquarters in New Delhi on February 18th.

Sankara Nethralaya wins patient safety award

Sankara Nethralaya wins the 11th International Patient Safety Award in 2024 under the category of “Award for Futuristic & Sustainable Innovation for Patient Safety.”Among the 200 outstanding nominations received from 70 organizations worldwide, the jury chose Sankara Nethralaya for achieving patient safety through a futuristic, sustainable, cost-effective, easily adoptable, and innovative method of reporting near-misses in the organization. Dr. Jaichandran V V, Chairperson of the Hospital Safety Committee (HSC), received the award from Dr. Preetha Reddy, Executive Vice Chairperson of Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Limited, on February 23, 2024, in Bengaluru, India.

It should be noted that Sankara Nethralaya also won the International Patient Safety Award in 2023 for “excellence in the culture of safety design.”

Madhumathi Subramanian’s Award-Winning Image of Limbal Stem Cell Management
Takes the Spotlight

Ms Madhumathi Subramanian, Deputy Manager, Contact Lens Clinic has clinched the “Image of the Year Award – 2023” from the International Association of Contact Lens Educators (IACLE). The winning image captured the impact of scleral lens intervention in managing limbal stem cell deficiency. The image also earned her a spotlight in the November edition of IACLE’s Global Member Newsletter as the ‘Image of the Month.’

Dr Jaichandran V V received his 2nd Patent Certificate from The Patent Office, Govt of India.

Sankara Nethralaya congratulates Dr. Jaichandran VV, Deputy Director, Department of Anaesthesiology for being honored with a Patent Certificate for his pioneering work. Collaborating with the Department of Electrical Engineering at IIT-Madras, he developed a ground-breaking “Real-Time View Simulator for Practicing Peribulbar Blocks.”

This innovative simulator promises to offer real-time visualization capabilities. This achievement signifies a leap forward in improving precision and safety in medical procedures. Dr. Jaichandran’s patent award reflects his exceptional contributions and marks a significant milestone in ophthalmic anaesthesia.

Dr. Sheila John Bags Award at Telemedicon 2023

In a remarkable feat, Dr. Sheila John, Head Of The Department, Tele Ophthalmology, played a pivotal role at the Telemedicon 2023 conference held in Goa from November 3rd to 5th. Dr. Sheila presented ground-breaking insights with her paper and won the second prize. She also garnered acclaim by receiving two prestigious awards for her contribution to the field of telemedicine.

Adding another feather to her cap, Dr. Sheila John has also been appointed as an executive member to the national body of the Telemedicine Society of India. This esteemed position, bestowed upon her for a duration of two years from 2023 to 2025, recognizes her expertise and leadership in the realm of telemedicine.

The Telemedicon 2023 conference served as a platform for experts, professionals, and organizations to converge, discuss, and showcase the latest advancements in telemedicine. Dr. Sheila John’s active participation, coupled with her accolades and new appointment, exemplifies Sankara Nethralaya’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of healthcare.

ESO Principal Dr. Anuradha N Defends Her Diplomate in Public Health and Environmental Vision

Sankara Nethralaya extends our heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Anuradha N, Principal of ESO (Elite School of Optometry), on her remarkable achievement!

Dr. Anuradha N has successfully defended her Diplomate in the Public Health and Environmental Vision section by the American Academy of Optometry on the 13th of October, 2023. Dr. Anuradha is also the first person to represent from South Asia in Public Health and Environmental Vision.

Sankara Nethralaya is incredibly proud of her accomplishment and eagerly anticipate the impact she will continue to make in the field of vision and eye care. Join us in congratulating Dr. Anuradha N for her outstanding achievement!

Dr. Jyotirmay Biswas, Director of Uveitis & Ocular Pathology Dept Wins the Dr Joseph Gnanadickam Gold Medal Oration Award 2023

Dr. Jyotirmay Biswas attended the 70th Platinum Jubilee Annual Conference of Tamil Nadu Ophthalmic Association held in Trichy on 04.08.2023, 05.08.2023 and 06.08.2023. He was awarded the Dr Joseph Gnanadickam Gold Medal Oration Award 2023 during the inaugural ceremony.

The Dr Joseph Gnanadickam Gold Medal Oration Award was instituted in 1983 and is awarded every year at the Annual State Conference to the senior outstanding and eminent ophthalmologists for excellence in ophthalmologic education training and research. This award was also received earlier by Sankara Nethralaya Stalwarts like Dr. S. S. Badrinath, and Dr. T. S. Surendran.

Sankara Nethralaya wins Best Ophthalmology Specialty Hospital

We are proud to be named as the Winner of the Best Ophthalmology Specialty Hospital at the SICCI MedTech Conference and Healthcare Awards 2023 held on 28th July 2023.

Sankara Nethralaya thanks all our consultants, optometrists, healthcare workers, staff and employees for their dedication and compassion.

The Southern India Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) is India’s oldest & most prestigious Industry Association and is also a founder member of The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI).

Outlook Health ranks Sankara Nethralaya as No 1 Eye Hospital – All India

Sankara Nethralaya is proud to be ranked No.1 eye hospital in India by Outlook Health. We thank all our ophthalmologists, nurses, healthcare providers, and employees for their dedication, compassion, and hard work in making us No. 1.

Single Speciality Hospital Award of the Year

Sankara Nethralaya is the winner of the Single Speciality Hospital Award of the Year, 13th MT Healthcare Awards 2023.

We thank all of you in the Sankara Nethralaya Family who has been a part of this recognition - you are invaluable.

Sankara Nethralaya bags International Patient Safety Award for “Excellence in Culture of Safety Design”

Sankara Nethralaya congratulates the Hospital Safety Committee (HSC) on creating awareness and culture of safety (for patients and staff) in the organization.

Out of 200 nominations from 70 organizations across India and all around the world, Sankara Nethralaya, won the International Patient Safety Award (IPS) in ‘Excellence in Culture of Safety Design’ category, for successfully implementing the “Recognizing Incident Reporting System,” which promotes patient safety and safety culture in the institution’s nine centres across India.

On behalf of the whole SN family, Dr. V. V. Jaichandran received this award from Dr. Jonathan Perlin, President and Chief Executive Officer, The Joint Commission (JCI) and Dr. Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director, Apollo Group of Hospitals at the 9th International Patient Safety Conference, 2023 held on 13-14 February, Taj Palace, New Delhi.

The “Recognizing Incident Reporting System” (RIRS) recognizes the need to report errors that are caught before reaching the patients and/or staff, so that the patients’ safety can be significantly improved within the institution.

The Hospital Safety Committee (HSC) has successfully created the culture of heightened awareness among the employees about the RIRS system over the past two years. Those reporting near misses, were acknowledged during the monthly HSC meeting by awarding certificates and their photographs were displayed at Main Portal Webpage and in the in-house app (SN Health Bytes).

During SN’s Hospital Safety Week annual celebration, winners were announced for the following categories – Best Male & Female Safety Campaigner, 5 BEST Catches, Rolling Trophy for Best Department and Branch. The RIRS system also aims to inculcate a sense of accomplishment and ownership among the SN family as they are involved directly in the hospital safety programme.

Ms Divya Chaturvedi Gold Medal in Uvea 2022

Sankara Nethralaya congratulates the Winners of Divya Chaturvedi Gold Medal in Uvea 2022 - Dr. Divyansh Vinki Rughwani and Dr. Malekar Rutuja Ravindranath.

Outlook Presents - Best Doctors in South 2022

Sankara Nethralaya congratulates our ophthalmologists!

Outlook magazine lists Dr. T. S. Surendran (Dept. of Pediatric Ophthalmology), Dr. Pramod Bhende (Dept. of Opthalmology, Vitreo Retinal), Dr. Veena Noronha (Diagnostic Radiology), and Dr. Krishna Kumar S (Dept. of Pathology) among the Best Doctors in South - 2022.

We salute their selfless dedication and humanitarian spirit.

Sankara Nethralaya Wins the Global Digital Health Innovation Awards 2022

We heartily congratulate the IT dept on their contributions towards making eyecare accessible for our patients in remote locations. Your teamwork and dedication is the heart of this recognition.

We especially thank and appreciate Dr R. R. Sudhir, Head of EMR Development and Implementation, and Ms. Geetha N., Manager, Dept of IT & Systems – IT Development, for their innovative and nurturing leadership, and everyone in the IT dept. for their diligence and dedication.

Dr. V. V. Jaichandran, Dept. of Anesthesiology, Receives BEST INNOVATION’22 Award

Dr. V. V. Jaichandran, Deputy Director, Dept. of Anesthesiology, won the Best Innovation’22 prize for his innovation, “Real-time view Mannequin for Practicing Needle blocks,” developed along with the Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT-M, Chennai at the 14th International Congress of Anesthesiologists – South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation – Association for Anesthesiologists (SAARC AA 2022). The Congress was held in Mumbai from 12th – 14th, August 2022.

Sankara Nethralaya Bags Netra Samrakshak Award (Legendary Institution for Community Services)

PRID Rtn Dr. Manoj Desai and DG Rtn. Fazal Mahmood presented Sankara Nethralaya with the Netra Samrakshak (Legendary Institution for community services) award. Dr. Veena Baskaran, Head of Community Services received the award on behalf of our institution and thanked everyone for their support towards this noble cause.

The award was presented at the first ever Rotary National community ophthalmology conference organised by Rotary International District 3190 And Rotary Avoidable Blindness Foundation (Chairman Mr. M. Ravikumar) was held in J.N. Tata Auditorium, Indian Institute of Science, Benguluru on May 21 -22 2022.

Sankara Nethralaya family’s heartfelt thanks goes to all the opthalmologists, nurses, and staff who make our mission a reality each day.

Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists (ISA) honours Dr. Jaichandran V. V.

On the occasion of the Platinum Jubilee Celebration of the Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists (ISA), held at Chennai on 14-05-2022, ISA National President Dr. Venkatgiri K.M., Vice-President Dr. Anjali Rakesh Bhure, Secretary Dr. Naveen Malthora, and other office bearers honoured our anaesthesiologist Dr. Jaichandran V. V. for his contributions in the field of Ophthalmic Anaesthesia.

Sankara Nethralaya family congratulates Dr. Jaichandran V. V. on this momentous occasion and thanks him for his dedication and enthusiastic contributions.

Dr. TSS receives Charaka Award in recognition of his dedication to Pediatric Opthalmology

Dr. T. S. Surendran received the Charaka Award conferred on him by the Rotary Club of Guindy acknowledging his long years of dedicated service in the field of pediatric ophthalmology. Our beloved Chief, Dr. S. S. Badrinath, conveyed his blessings to Dr. T. S. Surendran on this memorable occasion.

The awards ceremony was held at the Hyatt Regency, Teynampet, on 11th May 2022.

Newsweek announces Sankara Nethralaya one of the World's Best Hospitals 2022

Since 1978, Sankara Nethralaya has taken on the challenge of delivering patient-centric eye care consistently throughout our community care facilities. Even through the worst of the pandemic and beyond, Sankara Nethralaya rose to task of treating patients with Covid related complications as well complications which arose because patients were not able access basic eye care in time. We are happy to be acknowledged as one of the World Best Specialized Hospitals 2022 by the Newsweek- Statistica Inc. survey for the third consecutive year.

We thank our consultants, staff and paramedical staff for their continual dedication to the vision of this institution and making this international recognition possible.