Swadrishti Eye Hospital Foundation

Empowering Lives Through Vision Restoration.

about us

About SEHF

Swadrishti Eye Hospital Foundation was founded on 15th February 2024. We are a section-8 Not-for-Profit organisation dedicated to vision restoration, striving to empower individuals to live independently and with dignity.”

SWADRISHTI

The name “Swadrishti” symbolizes that vision is a natural gift, and the organisation  serves as a medium to preserve or restore it. The Orginisation empowers individuals to lead independent and self-sufficient lives.
We are dedicated to delivering quality eyecare services to all individuals, regardless of their economic status, caste, or background. We believe everyone deserves equal access to quality eye care, ensuring a compassionate and inclusive environment for all our patients and the staff.

Our Core Values:
services

Bringing the best to you

Comprehensive Eye Care

Our thorough eye examinations detect early signs of vision issues, ensuring timely treatment and long-term eye health for every patient.

Community Outreach and Screenings

Regular eye health camps and screenings reach underserved communities, promoting awareness and offering accessible eye care services.

Low-Cost Eyewear

Affordable, high-quality spectacles and vision aids to ensure that everyone has access to corrective eyewear suited to their needs.

Cataract Surgery

We offer safe, affordable cataract surgeries, restoring vision and improving quality of life for those affected by this common condition.

Mobile Eye Clinics

Our Eye OPD on Wheels brings essential eye care to remote areas, providing screenings and treatments where they are most needed.

Speciality Clinic

Specialized eye care for children, glaucoma, retina, cornea, orbit, Uvea, Neuro-ophthalmology services focusing on early detection and treatment of conditions to support healthy vision.

Our Work

Ongoing Initiatives

Research

The SEHF research assesses eye health awareness and accessibility of services in Nashik, identifying barriers such as socioeconomic and logistical factors. The findings aim to improve awareness and service delivery in the region.

Project SHINE

Screening 2,80,000 children in Nasik district for early detection and treatment of eye conditions, ensuring timely interventions through community training, outreach, and a base clinic.

Our Objectives

Eye Care for All
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To provide affordable and sustainable eye care services that meet high-quality standards

Reaching the Unreached
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To bridge the gap and reach those left behind, ensuring that every idea and initiative is designed considering the most underserved individuals

Team Building
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To provide comprehensive education and training to all our members of the eye care workforce

Optimum Utilisation of Artificial Intelligence and Technology
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Conduct extensive research on the current eye care scenario, considering patients felt needs, challenges, and available resources

⁠Innovation
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To foster a culture of creativity, exploration, and technological advancement to improve eye care and patient outcomes and enhance the overall experience

Self-Sustenance
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To create a framework by implementing sustainable financial models, diversifying revenue streams, planning strategically, and optimising operational efficiency

⁠Develop an Ecosystem
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To work towards building and replicating an ecosystem that ensures compassionate, affordable, high-quality care for the globally underprivileged

Words from Our Mentors

Fearless Swami Vivekananda says "Each and everyone of you is potentially divine.  What is that you cannot do?  Anything and everything.  Think Big."  Be fearless

Murali Krishnamurthy Founder, Executive chairman at Sankara Eye foundation USA

"Swadrishti Eye Hospital Foundation is committed to eliminating needless blindness and making quality eye care accessible in Nashik. Inspired by the vision of the Aravind Eye Care System, their dedication to service and compassion is truly commendable. My best wishes are with the team as they work towards creating a lasting impact in eye care."

Dr R Venkatesh Chief Medical officer Aravind Eye Hospital Pondicherry

I am extremely happy to see the growth & progress of Swadrishti. It has been a pleasure to watch the passion, vision & the struggle of these enthusiastic and dedicated young brigade. I have no doubt that Swadrishti will be able to grant Swa Drishti to millions. My best wishes to them for this major milestone in their journey.

Sunil Chavan Social Entrepreneur

“Affordable and compassionate care is the greatest need today. This young and vibrant team are preparing themselves for just that - creating access and delivering high quality care. We, at Laico wish the Swadrishti team success in this initiative!”

Dhivya Ravilla Ramasamy Executive Director - LAICO, Aravind Eye Care System

Having been engaged with Dr Akshay, Dr Sheetal and team from the conception of the idea. What strikes me is their passion for Impact and persistence to take a long term view by building a coalition of partners, mentors and Experts. Their good intentions and approach have given them access to mentors who are committed to their success. I believe Swadrishti Eye Hospital Foundation will give vision to many in the most resource constrained setting. Their work will inspire millions to have a vision for philanthropy and purpose.

Bhanu Prasad M N Coach, Impact Innovation and Entrepreneurship Social Intervention and Policy at Oxford Gen. Mgmt. at Harvard

“I’m incredibly proud of Dr. Sheetal and her colleagues for founding the Swadristhi Eye Hospital Foundation. Their goal to establish a not-for-profit hospital reflects a genuine desire to make quality eye care accessible to all, especially those who might otherwise go without. This foundation represents their shared values and commitment to creating a positive impact in the community."

⁠Dr. Mohan Kannam MBBS,DNB,FLVPEI,(FICO) Cataract surgeon,Pediatric &Neuro-ophthalmologist Consultant Centre For Sight Eye Hospitals,Hyderabad