aehpondicherry

27/01/2026

A gentle bell attached to the wheelchair softly rings through busy corridors, alerting others to clear the way and ensuring timely, compassionate care for patients who need extra assistance. To further enhance comfort, our team reimagined the conventional wheelchair by introducing a detachable footrest, allowing smooth and comfortable positioning for slit-lamp examinations. These simple yet thoughtful innovations reduce delays, eliminate unnecessary patient movement, and make the care experience safer, smoother, and more patient-friendly.

26/01/2026

🔥 Running Beyond Borders, Serving Beyond Self 🔥
The Boston Marathon gave Wesley Korir wings to run beyond Kenya, but his people called him back to serve the nation.
Today, that same spirit of service brought Wesley Kipchumba Korir—a world-class Kenyan long-distance runner and former elected Member of Parliament—to Madurai, where he attended the Heads of Eye Hospital Workshop at Aravind Eye Hospital.
🏃🏽‍♂️ When excellence in sport meets dedication to community, the result is truly inspiring. Wesley Korir reminds us that running is not just about speed—it’s about carrying hope, service, and vision forward. 🌍

26/01/2026

🇮🇳 Celebrating 77th Republic Day at Aravind Eye Hospital, Pondicherry 🇮🇳

Aravind Eye Hospital, Pondicherry marked the 77th Republic Day with pride, unity, and great enthusiasm. The national flag was ceremoniously hoisted by our Senior Medical Consultant, Dr. Fredrick Mouttapa, followed by a colourful parade and a spirited march past by our young MLOPs and security team—beautifully reflecting discipline, energy, and patriotism.

The celebration brought our entire team together, reinforcing our shared commitment to serving the community with compassion, excellence, and vision.

May this patriotic spirit continue to guide us in our mission to eliminate needless blindness and bring light into every life. ✨

26/01/2026

1) Name this instrument.
2) What is it used for ?

26/01/2026

✨ Retina 4 U 2026: Retinopathy of Prematurity

🗓Mark Your Calendar!

📍 Aravind Eye Hospital, Pondicherry
📅 Sunday, 29th March 2026

👁️ The Retina Clinic at Aravind Eye Hospital, Pondicherry, warmly invites all Ophthalmologists and Pediatricians to a stimulating CME on Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)

Organising Chairman: Dr. Manavi D. Sindal
Organising Secretary: Dr. Suresh Mekala

🔗 Click here to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfodao1TE25SBbHZ_7efARZA7croJJmy4NZUxZXbUWytYYGFQ/viewform?pli=1

24/01/2026

Surgical Saturday | Innovation in Action
🎗️The NIST – Needle Incision Sub-Tenon Anaesthesia Technique, enhanced with LumiZoom, marks a new benchmark in precision, safety, and visualization.
A proud innovation from Aravind Eye Hospital, Pondicherry, shaping the future of ocular anaesthesia!👁️✨

23/01/2026

🌟 Proud Moment for Aravind Eye Hospital, Pondicherry! 🌟

Huge congratulations to our outstanding doctors:
Dr. Apurva H Nagtode
Dr. Saloni M Joshi
Dr. Shivraj Tagare
Dr. Rengaraj Venkatesh

🏆 Winners of the "TJOSR Best Original Article Winner Award" by Tamil Nadu Ophthalmic Association and TNOA Journal of Ophthalmic Science and Research!

📖 Their award-winning publication:
Nagtode, Apurva H; Joshi, Saloni M; Tagare, Shivraj; Venkatesh, Rengaraj. QR Code-based Patient Counselling in High-volume Ophthalmology Practice: An Innovative Approach. TNOA Journal of Ophthalmic Science and Research.63(4):p 453-456

✨ Your success and excellence continue to inspire us all!

🔗 Journal DOI: 10.4103/tjosr.tjosr_122_25
📎 Read here: https://journals.lww.com/tnoa/pages/articleviewer.aspx?year=2025&issue=10000&article=00018&type=Fulltext

TNOA HealthcareInnovation ProudMoment

23/01/2026

friday

Our hospital in Pondicherry has rooftop and ground-mounted solar installations powering daily operations. With an installed solar capacity of ~540 kWp, commissioned in phases between 2018 and 2023 and supported by ~437 kVA of inverter capacity, solar power provides clean, reliable energy for all hospital operations and supports responsible energy use.
Continuous monitoring of energy generation and power flow enables data-driven management, ensuring reliable and efficient healthcare services.

22/01/2026

Throwback Thursday ✨
At Aravind Eye Hospital, our journey is guided by seven timeless pillars that shape everything we do:
A – Accessible to All
B – Being Self-Reliant
C – Compassionate Care
D – Delivering Quality with Continuous Improvement
E – Engaging Staff
F – Frugality
G – Giving Away Best Practices
Together, these pillars reflect a simple yet powerful belief — that high-quality eye care should be compassionate, sustainable, and accessible to everyone.
Seven pillars. One mission. Sight for all.

21/01/2026

Excellent systematic review article!

⭐Evidence-Based Cataract Surgery

Surgically induced astigmatism (SIA) remains a key determinant of postoperative visual quality in Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery (MSICS).
A systematic review and meta-analysis comparing superior versus temporal incisions highlights the impact of incision site on refractive outcomes:
🔍 Key Results
• Superior incision: Mean SIA 1.10 D (95% CI: 0.94–1.26 D)
• Temporal incision: Mean SIA 0.82 D (95% CI: 0.68–0.96 D)
🔬 Additional Findings
• Both straight and frown incisions showed lower SIA with temporal placement
 – Superior: 1.14 D vs 1.06 D
 – Temporal: 1.02 D vs 0.72 D
• Temporal incisions consistently produced the least SIA
• Despite high heterogeneity among studies, no publication bias was identified

📌 Clinical Implication
In eyes without pre-existing astigmatism, a temporal incision may be preferred, as it minimizes surgically induced astigmatism and supports better postoperative visual outcomes.
The role of suturing on SIA warrants further evaluation.

At Aravind Eye Care System, integrating robust evidence into surgical decision-making continues to drive better outcomes and patient-centered care.

21/01/2026

⭐Evidence-Based Cataract Surgery

Surgically induced astigmatism (SIA) remains a key determinant of postoperative visual quality in Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery (MSICS).
A systematic review and meta-analysis comparing superior versus temporal incisions highlights the impact of incision site on refractive outcomes:
🔍 Key Results
• Superior incision: Mean SIA 1.10 D (95% CI: 0.94–1.26 D)
• Temporal incision: Mean SIA 0.82 D (95% CI: 0.68–0.96 D)
🔬 Additional Findings
• Both straight and frown incisions showed lower SIA with temporal placement
 – Superior: 1.14 D vs 1.06 D
 – Temporal: 1.02 D vs 0.72 D
• Temporal incisions consistently produced the least SIA
• Despite high heterogeneity among studies, no publication bias was identified

📌 Clinical Implication
In eyes without pre-existing astigmatism, a temporal incision may be preferred, as it minimizes surgically induced astigmatism and supports better postoperative visual outcomes.
The role of suturing on SIA warrants further evaluation.

At Aravind Eye Care System, integrating robust evidence into surgical decision-making continues to drive better outcomes and patient-centered care.

20/01/2026

Aravind Publications | IJO Jan 2026 (Epub)

🔬 *Three-flanged capsular hook for zonular dialysis repair*
A novel, cost-effective surgical technique using a three-flanged 7-0 Prolene suture combined with CTR to manage significant zonular dialysis during cataract surgery.

✨ Key highlights:
• Effective capsular bag stabilization
• Secure in-the-bag IOL implantation
• Excellent postoperative outcome (VA 6/9, normal IOP)
• Simple modification using routinely available materials

This technique offers a reliable option for managing zonular instability, including subluxated cataracts and intraoperative zonular dehiscence.

👏 Kudos to the authors and surgical team for this innovative contribution to anterior segment surgery!