Academic Director, Vitreoretinal and Cataract Surgeon
Dr.M.Nivean is the Academic Director and the driving force behind the hospital. His clarity of
thought and innovative action has been pushing barriers in the area of eye care. His speciality
is in precise, beautiful vitreo-retina surgeries and he has spear headed several academic
pursuits in this field. He is also a cataract surgeon par excellence, with an internationally
renowned presence. His patients travel from around the globe for premium cataract surgery
through his fingers. His vision has led to the establishment of 25 vision centers in Chennai
which are linked to the main hospital - a true leader and innovator.
Clinical Director, Head of Refractive (LASIK) surgery, Cataract Surgeon
Dr.M.Nishanth is the Clinical Director and the man behind the stringent clinical protocols.
His eye for perfection is the reason for his meticulous and artistic cataract surgeries. His
love for refractive surgery is evident through the continued success of Chennai Lasik Laser
Foundation, where he performs refractive procedures like LASIK, Femtolasik and SMILE. Dr.
Nishanth also performs complex corneal transplant procedures and is a much sought after
speaker in various national and international forums. An all-rounder surgeon!
Medical Director, Head of Orbit & Oculoplasty, Cataract surgeon
Dr.Pratheeba Devi Nivean is a force to reckon with. An empathetic listener and a meticulous
surgeon, she has combined the best of both worlds to be an all-rounder in the field of eye
medicine and surgery. She specializes in premium cataract surgery, oculoplasty procedures,
custom ocular prostheses and complex orbit surgeries. Her special interest is in research
and she is one of the more prolific publishers in scientific journals. A dedicated and
passionate healer!
Executive Director Head of Paediatric Ophthalmology & Squint, Cataract Surgeon
Dr.Shruti is a Paediatric Ophthalmologist with passion for squint surgery, paediatric
cataract and myopia. She has a well-established myopia clinic and amblyopia/headache
therapy center. She is also an expert adult cataract surgeon with several years of
expertise. Her academic pursuits have won her recognition and laurels in international
forums. An innovator- she invented a device for tracking sunlight for myopia prevention.
Her special interest is in visual rehabilitation for children with disability and adults
with low vision. A vibrant surgeon with a passion for the child’s eye!