Chennai: Various programmes were conducted to commemorate the 80th birthday of Sankara Nethralaya chief Dr S S Badrinath.
A press release said a total of 103 cataract removal surgeries were performed on the day.
‘The institution also conducted a special cost free diabetic retinopathy free check up under the leadership of Bhagan Mahaveer Vitroretinal senior consultant Dr Rajiv Raman on 28 February.
As a novel measure and in appreciation of their perseverance and courage the institution gave medals and certificates to those who have lived with diabetes for 10 years and above without any diabetes related eye issues,’ the release added.