Prof. Dr. Amar Agarwal
40 Years of Experience
-
American Academy of Ophthalmology’s Secretariat Award, 2021
-
Awarded the Visionary Award in the AECOS, Deer Valley, United States
“At Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital, we believe that clear vision comes from precision, compassion, and patient trust. Our eye doctors combine advanced technology with strong clinical expertise to deliver safe, effective care.”
Meet Prof. Dr. Amar Agarwal
Meet Prof. Dr. Amar Agarwal
Prof. Dr. Amar Agarwal is an internationally renowned ophthalmologist, innovator, and surgeon whose pioneering work has transformed modern cataract and refractive surgery. As the Chairman and Managing Director of Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital, he has played a significant role in advancing ophthalmic care through groundbreaking surgical techniques, research, education, and innovation.
Over the course of his career, Prof. Dr. Amar Agarwal has introduced several globally recognised surgical advancements that have improved the safety and effectiveness of cataract, corneal, and anterior segment procedures. His innovations have helped ophthalmologists worldwide adopt minimally invasive surgical techniques that enhance patient outcomes and recovery.
Beyond his clinical contributions, Prof. Dr. Amar Agarwal is a respected educator, researcher, and author. He has delivered live surgical demonstrations at leading international conferences, published extensively in reputed scientific journals, and authored numerous books on ophthalmology. His continued commitment to innovation and excellence has earned him global recognition as one of the leading figures in ophthalmology.
Prof. Dr. Amar Agarwal is an internationally renowned ophthalmologist, innovator, and surgeon whose pioneering work has transformed modern cataract and refractive surgery. As the Chairman and Managing Director of Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital, he has played a significant role in advancing ophthalmic care through groundbreaking surgical techniques, research, education, and innovation.
Over the course of his career, Prof. Dr. Amar Agarwal has introduced several globally recognised surgical advancements that have improved the safety and effectiveness of cataract, corneal, and anterior segment procedures. His innovations have helped ophthalmologists worldwide adopt minimally invasive surgical techniques that enhance patient outcomes and recovery.
Beyond his clinical contributions, Prof. Dr. Amar Agarwal is a respected educator, researcher, and author. He has delivered live surgical demonstrations at leading international conferences, published extensively in reputed scientific journals, and authored numerous books on ophthalmology. His continued commitment to innovation and excellence has earned him global recognition as one of the leading figures in ophthalmology.
Know More
English, Hindi, Tamil
Driving innovation in cataract, corneal, and refractive surgery while advancing ophthalmic research, education, and minimally invasive surgical techniques.
Pioneered several world-renowned ophthalmic innovations, including Phakonit, Glued IOL, PDEK, IOL Scaffold, SFT Pupilloplasty, and the revolutionary Pinhole Pupilloplasty (PPP), a globally recognized technique offering a vision-restoring alternative to corneal transplantation for patients with complex corneal disorders, transforming the future of anterior segment surgery.
Chairman and Managing Director of Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital, leading global clinical excellence, research, innovation, and the expansion of one of the world’s largest eye care networks.
Focused on Your Vision
General Ophthalmology
General Ophthalmology is the branch of eye care focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of common eye diseas...
Medical Retina
is the subspecialty of ophthalmology that focuses on diagnosing and treating diseases of the retina
Cataract
Cataracts are a common eye condition causing cloudiness in the lens, leading to blurred vision. We offer clear solutions...
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a stealthy sight-stealer, is a disease that sneaks up on your eyes, stealing your sight slowly.
Cornea
What is Cornea? Cornea is the transparent outermost layer of the human eye. Technically speaking,...
Retina
What is Retina? Retina is the innermost layer of the eye and is light sensitive...
General Ophthalmology
General Ophthalmology is the branch of eye care focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of common eye diseas...
Refractive Surgery
What is Refractive Surgery? Refractive surgery is a specialized eye correction surgery designed to correct vision proble...
Lasik Surgery
If you’re tired of the daily grind of glasses or the hassle of contact lenses, you’re in the right place. LA...
Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL)
EVO ICL Imagine Your Life with Visual Freedom EVO ICL, also known as the Implantable Collamer Lens, is a type of refract...
Advanced Corneal Transplant (PDEK)
Pre Descemets Endothelial Keratoplasty is a partial thickness corneal transplant. PDEK is a partial corneal transplant. ...
Medical Retina
is the subspecialty of ophthalmology that focuses on diagnosing and treating diseases of the retina
Career Highlights
Pioneer of Phakonit & Microphakonit
First surgeon to remove cataracts through a 0.7 mm incision, redefining microincision cataract surgery.
Inventor of Glued IOL
First in the world to perform Glued IOL implantation, a technique now used globally.
250+ Peer-Reviewed Publications & 80+ Books
Authored extensively, with works translated into English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Chinese.
Surgical Innovator
Developed No Anaesthesia Cataract Surgery, FAVIT, IOL Scaffold, PDEK, and Pinhole Pupilloplasty.
200+ Live Surgeries
Performed at major international ophthalmology conferences worldwide.
Global Network Leader
Chairman and Managing Director of 300 Eye hospitals across 10+ countries.
Recognized globally for pioneering innovations in ophthalmology.
Through decades of surgical innovation, research, and education, Dr. Amar Agarwal has received numerous international honours for advancing modern eye care.
Pioneer of Phakonit - Recognized worldwide for developing Phakonit (Phaco with Needle Incision Technology), revolutionizing microincision cataract surgery.
Glued IOL Innovation - First in the world to introduce the Glued Intraocular Lens (Glued IOL) technique for managing complex cataract cases.
Pioneer of PDEK - Introduced Pre-Descemet’s Endothelial Keratoplasty (PDEK), an advanced corneal transplant technique now adopted internationally.
Global Academic Excellence - Author of 250+ peer-reviewed publications, 80+ ophthalmology books, and presenter of 200+ live surgical demonstrations at leading international conferences.
