Sri Sankaradeva Nethralaya, Assam

At Sankara Healthcare Foundation, Inc., we are dedicated to eradicating preventable blindness through strategic collaborations. Our partnership with Sri Sankaradeva Nethralaya (SSN) in Assam exemplifies this mission, bringing quality eye care to underserved communities across the northeastern region of India.

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History and Milestones

Established in 1994 in Guwahati by the Sri Kanchi Sankara Health and Educational Foundation (SKSHEF), SSN began as an 8,000 sq ft tertiary care facility.

It was inaugurated by the then Prime Minister of India, Late P. V. Narasimha Rao. In 1997, the Structured Community Outreach Program was launched by the Governor of Assam, Late Loknath Mishra, extending SSN’s services to rural and underserved populations.

The establishment of an eye bank in 1998 further enhanced SSN’s capabilities in addressing ocular health needs.

Recognizing its exemplary services, SSN was declared a Center of Excellence in 2004 by the Honorable Prime Minister of India, Shri Manmohan Singh.

This accolade underscores SSN’s commitment to state-of-the-art eye care, professional training, medical education, and research.

Comprehensive Eye Care Services

SSN offers a wide spectrum of ophthalmic services, including:

  • Cataract Services: Advanced surgical interventions to restore vision.

  • Corneal Services: Treatment for corneal diseases and transplantation.

  • Glaucoma Management: Early detection and treatment to prevent vision loss.

  • Retina Services: Management of retinal disorders through medical and surgical means.

  • Pediatric Ophthalmology: Specialized care for children’s eye health.

  • Oculoplasty: Reconstructive surgery for ocular and facial anomalies.

  • Community Outreach Programs: Regular eye camps and screenings in rural areas to detect and treat eye ailments.

 

Community Impact

SSN’s service area encompasses 178 villages in Assam, impacting approximately 139,680 individuals in the Dimoria Development Block.

The region is divided into seven clusters: Baruabari, Kamalabari, Nartap, Digaru, Gomaria, Dhopguri, and Maloibari. Between 2014 and 2018, SSN performed around 400 free cataract surgeries, restoring vision to over 4,000 patients.

These efforts led to the declaration of the adopted villages as “Avoidable Blindness Free” by the end of 2018. Additionally, more than 2,300 individuals in the Sonapur area regained their sight, enabling them to resume their livelihoods.

SSN’s outreach extends beyond Assam to Nagaland, Tripura, Meghalaya, and other northeastern states, collaborating with local NGOs to maximize impact.

Contact Information

Address: Sri Sankaradeva Nethralaya, Beltola Basistha Road, Guwahati, Assam, India.

Website: ssnguwahati.org

Support Our Mission – Give the Gift of Vision

Through the Sankara Healthcare Foundation, your generous donations enable us to:

  • Sponsor Free Eye Surgeries: Providing sight-restoring procedures to those in need.

  • Expand Community Outreach: Conducting eye camps and screenings in remote areas.

  • Upgrade Medical Equipment: Ensuring access to advanced technology for optimal patient care.

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