The Eye Foundation proudly inaugurated its 25th signature centre in Vadapalani, Chennai on 6th July 2025, marking a remarkable milestone in its journey of delivering world-class eye care. As part of this grand opening, the centre introduced the revolutionary SILK (Smooth Incision Lenticule Extraction) technology, a next-generation refractive laser eye surgery designed to correct vision problems like nearsightedness (myopia) and astigmatism. With the launch of SILK, The Eye Foundation continues to lead in technological innovation, bringing minimally invasive, bladeless solutions to patients seeking precise and comfortable vision correction.
The Vadapalani branch was inaugurated by Shri. Ma. Subramanian, Honourable Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Government of Tamil Nadu. The occasion was further graced by the august presence of Padma Bhushan Dr. Nalli Kuppuswami Chetti Avl, Chairman, Nalli Silks; Dr. Partha Biswas, President, All India Ophthalmological Society; and renowned musician and Carnatic vocalist Dr. Nityasree Mahadevan.
This new centre reflects The Eye Foundation’s ongoing commitment to providing accessible, high-quality, and technology-driven eye care. With a legacy of clinical excellence and patient-centric care, the Vadapalani branch is equipped with the latest infrastructure to manage a wide range of ophthalmic services from routine eye exams to complex surgeries.
The inauguration event received wide media coverage and was featured in several leading publications, including The Hindu , DT Next , and ExpressNews.Asia, highlighting the foundation’s significant step towards expanding its footprint in Tamil Nadu.
The Eye Foundation continues its mission to bring compassionate and comprehensive eye care closer to communities, now with a stronger presence in Chennai.
