Profile

Dr. T S Surendran is a distinguished figure in the field of Ophthalmology, serving as the Chairman of Sankara Nethralaya and Director of the Paediatric Ophthalmology Department. With a rich educational background including degrees from prestigious institutions like the University of Madras and Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Dr. Surendran has undergone extensive training both in India and abroad, specializing in areas such as botox injections, paediatric ophthalmology, etc. His expertise extends to the innovative use of Botulinum Toxin in Blepharospasm and Strabismus management. Throughout his career, Dr. Surendran has been honored with numerous awards, recognizing his exceptional contributions to the field, cementing his status as a leader and pioneer in Ophthalmology.

Area of Expertise/Interest

• Paediatric Ophthalmology
• Squint
• Botox Injection
• Aesthetics

Affilliations

• President of Strabismological Society of India
• Scientific committee chairman, Asia Pacific Academic of Paediatric ophthalmology

Recognitions

• Youth Excellence Award for the year 1985
• Lt. Col. Rangachari Award for the paper titled 'Paediatric Portable Keratometer', Presented at the All India Ophthalmic Society at Ahmedabad 1990
• “For the Sake of Honour Award” by Rotary club of Madras Southwest for the year 2007
• “Dr. Joseph Gnanadhickam Gold Medal Oration Award” for the year 2007 by Dr. Joseph Gnanadhickam Memorial Committee, Trichy for outstanding contribution to the field of Ophthalmology awarded at Erode TNOA '07