Are you planning to build or restructure or venture in Ophthalmology in India? Looking for information about the major healthcare players in Government, Private diagnostic centres that are available in India? Are you looking to find out which part of the city’s is best to venture in or what all facilities are available and what all should be planned for new setup? In this article Hospaccx Healthcare Consultancy has mapped all on major players in terms of Ophthalmology facilities and healthcare scenario in India.
INTRODUCTION
The ophthalmology market in India is poised for significant growth in the next few years, driven by a range of factors that are expected to shape the market landscape. With the increasing prevalence of eye diseases, growing investment in healthcare infrastructure, and a growing awareness of eye health, the ophthalmology market in India is set to experience strong demand for products and services. In this blog, we will explore the current state of the ophthalmology market in India and the key drivers that are expected to shape its growth trajectory in the years to come.
MARKET OVERVIEW OF OPHTHALMOLOGY
As per the above analysis, the ophthalmology market size for 2023 is estimated to be 3,772 INR crore and is estimated to inflate by 5,248 INR crore by the year 2027.
MARKET GROWTH FACTORS
GOVERNMENT POLICIES FOR VISUALLY DISABLED IN INDIA
- Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act (RPwD), 2016: The RPwD Act provides for the protection of the rights and dignity of persons with disabilities, including visually impaired individuals. The act mandates the government to provide various services and facilities, including education, employment, and accessibility, to persons with disabilities.
- Accessible India Campaign: The Accessible India Campaign, also known as Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan, was launched in 2015 to make public places and infrastructure accessible to persons with disabilities, including visually impaired individuals. The campaign aims to make at least 50% of all government buildings in the country accessible by 2022.
- National Program for Control of Blindness and Visual Impairment (NPCB&VI): The NPCB&VI was launched in 1976 to prevent and control blindness and visual impairment in the country. The program provides free treatment and surgeries to visually impaired individuals, including cataract surgeries, and also works towards creating awareness about eye health and prevention of blindness.
- Scheme of Assistance to Disabled Persons for Purchase/Fitting of Aids and Appliances (ADIP): The ADIP scheme provides financial assistance to disabled persons, including visually impaired individuals, for the purchase of aids and appliances such as Braille typewriters, audio cassettes, and computers with screen-reading software.
OPHTHALMOLOGY MARKET CHALLENGES IN INDIA
LIST OF MAJOR EYE HOSPITALS IN INDIA
Chain of eye hospitals/clinics in India
- Aravind Eye Hospital, Madurai
It was founded in Madurai, Tamil Nadu in 1976. It has grown into a network of eye hospitals and has had a major impact in eradicating cataract related blindness in India. Aravind’s eye care facilities include 14 eye hospitals, 6 outpatient eye examination centres and 108 primary eye care facilities in South India.
- Shroff Eye Centre, Delhi
Dr. Shroff’s Charity Eye Hospital was established in 1914. The present building in Daryaganj was opened in 1927. It specializes in otorhinolaryngology as well as ophthalmology. It was one of the first hospitals to sign up to the Ayushman Bharat Yojana scheme in 2018. It runs a training scheme for allied ophthalmic personnel. It has four centres around Delhi including South Delhi (Kailash Colony), Central Delhi (Connaught Place), Gurgaon and at Kaushambi, Ghaziabad.
- Eye7 Chaudhary Eye Centre, Delhi
It was founded more than 30 years age and offers a full range of ophthalmic treatments. Specialties include diseases of the cornea, LASIK surgery for vision correction, glaucoma, cataract surgery and paediatric ocular health. It has 6 centres in Delhi including two in Lajpat nagar, Daryaganj, Janakpuri, Indrapuram, Shaheen Bagh.
- Vasan Eye Hospital, Chennai
Established in 1947. It is equipped with state of the art facilities, and is the first choice for lasik surgery for many. It has expanded its network to over 13 hospitals across Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka.
- Lotus Eye Hospital and Institute, Coimbatore
Established in 1997, Lotus Eye Care Hospital is a Coimbatore-based eye care hospital chain. Lotus operates four eye care hospitals in south India, two at Coimbatore, one at Salem and one at Tirupur.It specializes in the treatment and care of eye-related ailments and is the first and only center in Kerala to offer ReLEx SMILE, an advanced form of Lasik surgery. Lotus eye care’s main hospital is built on 1.2 acres.
- Disha Eye Hospital, West Bengal
Established in 1997, this hospital has expanded to 17 chains throughout West Bengal, including locations in Arambagh, Barsat, Barrackpore, Behala, Berhampore, Burdwan, Durgapur, Dristi Disha, Gariahat, Mecheda, Mourigram, New town, Palta, Sheoraphuli, Siliguri, Sinthi and Teghoria.
- Centre for Sight, Delhi
The chain, established in 1996, has 47 eye-care centres across nine regions including Delhi-NCR (National Capital Region), Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat. Centre for Sight Eye Institute at Dwarka, Delhi, the largest private comprehensive superspeciality eye Institute in north India.
- Eye Q hospital, Gurgaon-Haryana
Established in 2007, Eye-Q is a chain of 32 Super- Speciality Eye Hospitals in Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Gujarat. Also, three hospitals in Nigeria, Africa. Services offered are Cataract, Lasik, Retina, Glaucoma, Oculoplasty, Optical, Pediatric, Refractive.
- Narayana Nethralaya, Bangalore
The hospital was established in 1982. Narayana Nethralaya, with four central locations in Rajajinagar, Bommasandra on Hosur Road, Indiranagar, and Bannerghatta Road, provides a comprehensive range of ophthalmic super specialities. On a single day, the hospital caters to over 1200 patients.
- Dr Agarwal’s Eye Hospital, Bengaluru
Dr. Agarwal’s Eye Hospital, founded in 1957 by Jaiveer Agarwal and his wife Tahira Agarwal as an eye care center in Chennai, has evolved into a renowned chain of eye specialty hospitals in India. With its headquarters in Chennai, the hospital now operates 103 centers across the country and has expanded its reach with 15 centers established overseas.
- Smt. Lilavati Mohanlal Shah Eye Hospital, Gujarat
Established in 1977, Smt. Lilavati Mohanlal Shah (Billimorawala) Eye Hospital (REI) is a non-profit institution dedicated to delivering high-quality eye care to individuals with treatable eye conditions. The hospital was founded with the mission to serve the underserved population, specifically the economically disadvantaged and low-income families residing in the southern regions of Gujarat, as well as the neighboring tribal areas of Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan.
Top major eye hospitals in India
- Dr. R.P Centre for Ophthalmic Sciences AIIMS, New Delhi
Established in 1967, the Dr. R.P Centre for Ophthalmic Sciences at AIIMS, New Delhi is renowned as one of the premier eye care centers in the country. With a capacity of 301 beds, the hospital offers specialized facilities such as Ocular Pathology, Eye Biochemistry, Ocular Radiology, Microbiology, Anesthesia Unit, as well as an Eye Collection and Preservation Center and an Eye Bank.
- L.V Prasad Eye Hospital, Hyderabad
Established in 1987, L.V Prasad Eye Hospital in Hyderabad has served over 23.8 million individuals, with more than 50% of them receiving care completely free of cost, regardless of the complexity of treatment required. The hospital is committed to providing comprehensive eye care services and also offers rehabilitation for people with visual impairments
- Sankara Nethralaya, Chennai
Established in 1978, Sankara Nethralaya in Chennai is a leading eye care hospital with a bed capacity of 1,000. It holds the distinction of being the first hospital in Asia to receive ISO 9002 certification.
- Susrut Eye Foundation & Research Centre, Kolkata
Established in 1998 and located at Ruby General Hospital in Kolkata, Susrut Eye Foundation & Research Centre provides comprehensive treatment for various eye diseases across different sub-disciplines. The clinic also organizes free eye check-up camps for children and the elderly to detect cataracts and other eye problems. It houses one of the largest eye banks in India, known as the Vanamukta Eye Bank.
- Aditya Jyot Eye Hospital (AJEH), Mumbai
Aditya Jyot Eye Hospital (AJEH) in Mumbai is the only hospital in India that holds full membership in the World Association of Eye Hospitals (WAEH). With state-of-the-art facilities for both basic and advanced diagnostic tests and surgeries, the hospital provides cutting-edge eye care services.
- National Institute of Ophthalmology (NIO), Pune
Established in 1993, the National Institute of Ophthalmology (NIO) in Pune is a super specialty eye hospital committed to delivering high-quality eye care. It holds the distinction of being the first NABH-accredited eye hospital in Pune. With a team of over 20 highly specialized eye specialists and a support staff comprising 70 nursing, paramedical, and administrative professionals.
Source: DoctorsFinder.in
CONCLUSION
The shortage of ophthalmologists in India is a major concern, with the World Health Organization recommending at least one ophthalmologist for every 20,000 people in the country. However, India currently has only an estimated 23,382 ophthalmologists, making it challenging to meet the eye care needs of the vast population suffering from eye diseases. As the number of people affected by eye diseases continues to increase, it is crucial to provide adequate facilities and resources to diagnose, treat, and prevent these conditions. Focusing on improving the accessibility and affordability of eye care services, as well as increasing the number of trained eye care professionals, will be key to addressing the eye care needs of the population in India.
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