In our endeavor to continue to serve the underprivileged sections of the society using modern technology, Sankara Nethralaya's Jagadguru Kanchi Sri Jayendra Saraswathi Swamigal Tele-ophthalmology Project was started in 2002.

The primary aim of the project is given below:

• Primary - Remote Consultations through mobile unit
• Providing second opinions\diagnosis (Tertiary Consultation)
• To promote the proficiency of Ophthalmologist, physicians and other health care personnel by means of video conference-based training
• Creating Awareness among General Population in rural area about Eye Disorders

Sankara Nethralaya's Tele-ophthalmology network has been working in a phased manner in developing a comprehensive tele-ophthalmology programme. This has resulted in the efficient deployment of an innovative technology benefiting every one in the field of ophthalmology. The Sankara Nethralaya Tele-ophthalmology network envisages to:

• Link all Sankara Nethralaya Satellite Centers and allied institutions.
• Promote the Teleophthalmology concept to other institutions