The problem of avoidable blindness rapidly escalating remained a major cause of concern in the Indian healthcare scenario. In a developing country the government alone cannot meet the health needs of all owing to a number of challenges like growing population, inadequate infrastructure, low per capita income, aging population, diseases in epidemic proportions and illiteracy.

Dr. P.V Thomas, an acknowledged ophthalmologist, who started a Subspeciality Clinic in 2000 with a vision of eradicating blindness. Within a few years of its initiation, Nethra Eye Care has become an icon of dynamic progress in the field of Ophthalmology.The centre has the most sophisticated equipment and facilities offering state-of-the-art technology to treat various eye disorders. The main areas of focus are comprehensive eye care, education, community services and wellness programmes.

Now Nethra eye care has become a leading name in the field of eye care in South Kerala.The centre is engaged in conducting continuous training and research and development programs and has over a period, developed an excellent team of highly skilled Ophthalmic specialists and surgeons, to assist in its growth plans.