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Sankara Nethralaya (Medical Research Foundation)

18 College Road, Thousand Lights West, Nungambakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600006

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Facility Overview

Sankara Nethralaya is an internationally acclaimed center of excellence for tertiary eye care. Operating on a charitable, non-profit ethos, it performs thousands of sight-restoring procedures every year at a fraction of Western costs. Specialists from across the globe visit to observe its vitreoretinal surgery, cornea transplantation, pediatric strabismus, and ocular oncology protocols.

Established:1978

Bed Capacity:250+ specialized ophthalmic beds

Airport Proximity:14 km (25-30 mins from Chennai Airport)

Key Specialties & Clinical Programs

Corneal Transplantation (DMEK/DALK/PKP)

Vitreoretinal Diseases & Surgery

Pediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus

Glaucoma & Laser Iridotomy

Uveitis & Ocular Immunology

Ocular Oncology & Retinoblastoma

Advanced Medical Technology Suites

Constellation Vitrectomy Systems (25G/27G)

Anterior Segment OCT & Specular Microscopy

Femtosecond Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery

Plaque Radiotherapy for Ocular Tumors

Confirmed International Patient Services

Fast-track international consultation scheduling

Comprehensive language assistance for Bengali, Arabic, and French patients

Pre-travel digital review of fundus photographs, OCT, and corneal topography

Coordination with certified corneal tissue banks for scheduled transplants

Nearby hotel and guest accommodation booking assistance in Nungambakkam

Companion Travel & Serene Convalescence

Nearby Sights & Attendant Day Trips (Chennai)

While the patient rests or undergoes scheduled treatment, accompanying family members can explore peaceful nearby attractions, botanical parks, and cultural highlights:

serene walk1.5 km (5 mins from Sankara Nethralaya)

Semmozhi Poonga Botanical Park

20-acre modern botanical garden with exotic plants, duck pond, and lush canopy offering cool, tranquil shade right in central Chennai.

Attendants: Instant peaceful retreat between outpatient appointments.

Patient Recovery: Very close, flat paths suitable for post-eye-checkup fresh air.

heritage12 km (25 mins drive)

Kalakshetra Foundation & Classical Arts Campus

Sprawling 100-acre lush serene campus dedicated to classical Indian dance (Bharatanatyam), classical music, and traditional handloom craft.

Attendants: Remarkable artistic immersion for companions.

Patient Recovery: Calm, meditative outdoor natural setting.

Consultation & Estimation

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Verified NABH, NABL Accreditation

Official Hospital Direct Billing

Registry Source Record:

NABH Directory & Sankara Nethralaya Official Annual Clinical Audit

Last Audited: 2025-08-10Verified Fact