Childhood blindness and visual loss is important because of the impact on the child's development, education, future work opportunities & quality of life.

• According to WHO 2002 report, 1.4million blind child below 15yrs of age.
• Good vision is an integral part of overall development of the child.
• Eye disease in children are unique which require special expertise for diagnosis and management.

FAQ When should my child see a pediatric ophthalmologist? What is "lazy eye"? What is nearsightedness? What is farsightedness? What is astigmatism? What is squint? What is the "right" age for a first eye exam? I wear glasses. Does this mean my child will need glasses? What should be done if a child has an eye injury?

Medical Team Dr. Shantanu Chakraborthy Consultant Paediatric Cataract and Squint Surgeon (Peelamedu, CBE) Dr. Sujeet Kumar Mishra Consultant Paediatric Surgeon (Salem) Dr. Abhilash Nair Consultant Paediatric Surgeon (Cochin)






Surgeries Perfomed at Lotus Eye Care Hospital