Centre for Sight, India’s leading network of super-specialty eye hospitals, has announced the launch of its Advanced Retina Surgical Services at its Vijayawada centre, located centrally in Mogalrajpuram. This development brings globally benchmarked retina care closer to the people of Andhra Pradesh, eliminating the need to travel to metro cities for complex retinal treatment.
Founded in 1996 by Padma Shri Awardee Prof. Dr. Mahipal S. Sachdev, a pioneer in modern eye surgery and one of the most respected names in Indian ophthalmology, Centre for Sight has grown into the most trusted eye care network in the country. With over 85 hospitals across 30+ cities, a team of 350+ expert doctors, and nearly three decades of excellence, Centre for Sight stands at the forefront of vision care in India. Its reputation is built on clinical expertise, cutting-edge technology, and a deeply patient-centric approach. The group is widely recognized for its leadership across a wide spectrum of eye specialties including cataract, refractive surgery (pioneering techniques like SILK and SMILE), cornea, glaucoma, retina, pediatric ophthalmology, oculoplasty, and ocular oncology. All Centre for Sight hospitals are NABH-accredited, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety. The newly launched retina unit in Vijayawada is equipped with the Appasamy VR surgical system, a state-of-the-art platform that enables high-precision surgeries.
The centre now offers complete care for retinal disorders such as retinal detachment, vitrectomy, diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration (ARMD), retinal laser treatments, and intravitreal injections. The facility is also supported by advanced diagnostics including Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), fundus photography, and B-scan ultrasonography, ensuring early and accurate diagnosis. Retinal diseases are among the most serious and silently progressing causes of vision loss. Conditions like diabetic retinopathy and ARMD often show no symptoms in early stages, making regular screening and timely treatment vital. With India seeing a surge in diabetes-related eye issues, this launch is a timely response to an urgent need.
The retina team at Centre for Sight Vijayawada brings together extensive experience and advanced expertise. Dr. G Sudheer, Consultant in Medical Retina with over 20 years of experience, emphasized the urgency of timely intervention, saying, “Retinal diseases can lead to irreversible blindness if not caught in time. With this launch, we aim to make advanced retina care locally accessible, so patients no longer have to travel long distances for life-changing treatments.”
Leading the Surgical Retina services is Dr. Rachita Sarangi, Senior Consultant with 15 years of experience. She highlighted the significance of the upgrade, noting, “We now have both the clinical expertise and advanced technology to treat complex retinal conditions right here in Vijayawada. This is a meaningful step forward for the region.”
Making advanced care more accessible, the centre is empanelled under all major government health schemes, including Aarogyasri, CGHS, ECHS, ESI, and EHS, ensuring affordability for eligible patients. This expansion reflects Centre for Sight’s national mission to bring world-class, ethical, and inclusive eye care to every part of the country—combining medical expertise, modern infrastructure, and a compassionate approach. Because when it comes to your eyes — Don’t compromise on your vision. Trust the experts