VISION 2020 INDIA

Continuing with our mission to promote awareness around retinal health in observance of World Retina Day, we were delighted to have among us renowned eye surgeon, Dr Aniruddha Maiti, Director and Senior Retina Consultant, Global Eye Hospital, Kolkata. Dr Maiti spoke at length on Neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD), Diabetic macular edema (DME), and the socio-economic burden of vision loss. Hear from Dr Maiti as he sheds light on how vision loss is gradually becoming a growing public health issue, even though the majority of cases can be treated. Dr.Rajesh Saini | Phanindra Babu Nukella | #WorldRetinaDay

In observance of World Retina Day, which takes place on the last Sunday of September, VISION 2020 INDIA emphasises and champions the significance of raising public awareness about retinal eye health. Every year, this day serves as a reminder of the critical role our eyes play in overall well-being and the need for regular eye check-ups to maintain retinal health. Hear from Dr Gopal S. Pillai, Clinical Professor and Head of the Department of Ophthalmology at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi, as he shared his valuable insights on the importance of retinal eye care and prevention strategies. Dr.Rajesh Saini | Phanindra Babu Nukella | Amrita Hospital, Kochi

🚨🚨Reminder 🚨🚨 We hope you have registered for our special webinar on "Vision for All: Prioritising Retinal Health", scheduled for 5:30 PM IST tomorrow. The webinar will feature some of India's leading ophthalmologists discussing critical topics such as the retinal disease burden in the country, importance of retinal health, and the challenges and opportunities in retinal disease management. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights on all things related to retina and ask questions directly to the experts. Registration Link for the webinar: https://bit.ly/3zgSYln Dr.Rajesh Saini Phanindra Babu Nukella

Today marks World Retina Day and we are delighted to announce that we will host a special webinar on "Vision for All: Prioritising Retinal Health" on September 27, 2024. From addressing the retinal disease burden in India to highlighting the unmet need and the challenges in nAMD and DME, the importance of retinal health to innovations in DME and nAMD management, we have got it all covered across four sessions. Additionally, there will be a panel discussion to shed light on the challenges and opportunities in retinal disease management. Registration Link for the webinar: https://bit.ly/3zgSYln Dr.Rajesh Saini, Phanindra Babu Nukella

To mark the ongoing 39th Eye Donation Fortnight in 2024, VISION 2020: The Right to Sight- INDIA, in partnership with Dr. Shroff's Charity Eye Hospital, introduced a specialised training initiative by the name, "Eye Recovery - Cornea Retrieval Training Program." This one-of-a-kind program aims to build the skills of key stakeholders by hosting five targeted workshops at member institutions across different regions and states over the next year. Dr.Rajesh Saini | Phanindra Babu Nukella | Dr. Shroff's Charity Eye Hospital | VISION 2020 INDIA

VISION2020: The Right to Sight - INDIA recently took part at the All India Opthalmological Society (AIOS) Vision 2030 Committee Meeting at the AIOS headquarters in New Delhi. VISION2020 was represented by President, Dr.Rajesh Saini and Hon. Secretary, Dr. Praveen Vashist. The meeting discussed ways to have a strategic roadmap for the "2030 IN SIGHT', a plan for the next decade, a call to action which outlines how we can end avoidable sight loss, aligning with the vision of both World Health Organization (WHO) and International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB). Phanindra Babu Nukella | VISION 2020 INDIA

Our members from East Zone recently hosted an educative and insightful session by the name 'Management Development Program' (MDP) in association with Seva Foundation. The event was all about boosting the skills of eye care management professionals, especially in resource-limited settings, and bridging the skill-gap in middle and low-income countries. Dr.Rajesh Saini Kuldeep Singh #eyecare

Giving the gift of sight is the ultimate act of kindness. By donating your eyes after you pass away, you can bring light to someone’s world and transform lives. Let your legacy be one of hope and vision. #NationalEyeDonationFortnight Dr.Rajesh Saini Phanindra Babu Nukella

Did You Know? Corneal blindness accounts for 6–8 million blinds in the world. In India, it is estimated that there are approximately 6.8 million people who have vision less than 6/60 in at least one eye due to corneal diseases. However, despite increased public awareness about eye donation over the years, there is tremendous shortage of donor corneas and there is a waiting period of more than six months for corneal transplantation in patients at most hospitals across the country. Here's everything you need to know about corneal blindness. Dr.Rajesh Saini Phanindra Babu Nukella

On the first day of #EyeDonationFortnight, remember: Your eyes can light up someone else's world. Here are a few important tips to pledge your eyes. Your decision today could light up someone’s world tomorrow. #VisionForAll Dr.Rajesh Saini Phanindra Babu Nukella