Medical Research Foundation
Deliveres high-quality ophthalmic care with compassion and ensures patient safety and well-being through rigorous quality management and innovative telemedicine initiatives
- Bronze Certified 2023
- FCRA
- 80G
- 12A
Cause Area
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Geographies Served
Programs
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Patient Services
District
Chennai
States
Tamil Nadu
At Sankara Nethralaya, patients receive comprehensive eye care through outpatient and inpatient services. A dedicated team of specialists and support staff ensures excellent treatment, offering outpatient services daily except on Sundays and holidays, with 24-hour emergency care available. Specialized sub-departments cover various eye conditions, while inpatient facilities provide state-of-the-art care with seven operation theaters and 71 beds. The Surgery Scheduling Center assists patients in booking appointments for necessary surgeries, ensuring efficient and timely care delivery.
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Education Programmes
District
Chennai
States
Tamil Nadu
At Sankara Nethralaya, education and training are core components of its mission. Through institutes like the Vidyasagar Institute of Biomedical Sciences and the Elite School of Optometry, it shares knowledge gained from research labs and clinical experience. Dedicated teaching personnel deliver well-researched study modules in equipped classrooms. Additionally, the Ekalavya e-learning portal extends its reach, disseminating ophthalmic and optometry knowledge to institutes and clinics nationwide, fostering excellence in eye care.
Leadership Team
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Dr. Girish Shiva Rao
President
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G Ramachandran
Honorary Secretary
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Ashish W Deshpande
Board Member
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Ashok Kumar Mehta
Board Member
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Giriraj Maheswari
Board Member
Registration Details
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PAN Card
AAATM5984H
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Registration Number
S.NO.25 OF 1978
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CSR Form 1
Not Available
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80G
AAATM5984HF20214
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12A
AAATM5984HE20214
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FCRA
075900265
About
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Headquarters
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
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Since
1978
Impact
Sankara Nethralaya treats 3,500-4,000 outpatients and performs 250-300 surgeries daily across its facilities, helping combat preventable blindness in India.
Vision and Mission
To be a center of excellence in delivering total eye care for all and spreading knowledge through education, training and India-centric research for alleviating visual morbidity.
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Religious Affiliation
Location
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Offices in Cities
Other Details
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Type
Non-profit
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Sub Type
Society
Website
Technology Adoption
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SOC 2 Compliant
No
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Financial Management
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Beneficiary Management