Committed to Offering You the Best in Vision Health
Present & Past Positions
Present:
Chairman & Managing Director, Hyderabad Eye Hospital
Senior Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon, Hyderabad Eye Hospital
Past:
Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon (Ex) — Indian Railway Hospital, Hyderabad
Past District Governor, District 320A, Lions International
Chairman, Vision Sight First, Lions International
Professor & Chief Technical Advisor — Lions Club of Hyderabad Sadhuram Eye Hospital
Head of Department, Postgraduate Studies — Lions Club of Hyderabad Sadhuram Eye Hospital
Education & Professional Training
MS (Ophthalmology), Gujarat University, Ahmedabad, India, 1988
Diploma in Ophthalmology, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad, India, 1985
MBBS, Osmania University, Hyderabad, India, 1981
Fellowship in Microsurgery & Intraocular Lenses, Aravind Eye Hospital & Postgraduate Institute of Ophthalmology, Madurai, India, 1990–91
Observership Fellowship under Dr. Arthur S.M. Limat, National University Hospital, Singapore
Extensive international training across Southeast Asia (Bangkok, Laos, Singapore)
Professor Dr. A. Venkatachalam
Chairman & Managing Director
Chief Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon
Annavajjhala Hyderabad Eye Hospital,LLP Hyderabad, India
MBBS | MS (Ophthalmology) | FAEH | Fellow of Aravind Eye Hospital
Philosopy & Vision
Professor Dr. A. Venkatachalam’s career reflects dedication, compassion, and visionary leadership. His commitment to community ophthalmology, education, and surgical excellence has transformed countless lives and continues to advance the field of ophthalmology in India and beyond.
Achievements & Contributions
Conducted over 1,000 outreach programs and established multiple vision and satellite centers across Telangana
Initiated specialty units in Retina, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Glaucoma, and Oculoplasty
Examiner for the National Board of Examinations, New Delhi
Authored numerous research publications in glaucoma, cataract surgery, IOLs, amblyopia, diabetic retinopathy, and corneal disorders
Represented India in international conferences and medical missions across the USA, UK, Philippines, and Switzerland
First fellow of Aravind Eye Hospital, reflecting his early commitment to advanced ophthalmic training
Honors & Recognitions
Knight of the Blind” Award, Sankara Nethralaya, Chennai, 2019
Lions International President Leadership Medal, 2017
Honored by Aravind Eye Care System for contributions toward eliminating needless blindness, 2017
Melvin Jones Fellow, Lions Club International Foundation, USA, 1996
Represented American Academy of Ophthalmology, San Francisco, USA, 1994
Invited speaker on low-cost high-volume cataract surgeries, Honolulu, Hawaii, USA, 2000
Publications & Research
Professor Venkatachalam has made significant academic contributions in ophthalmology. Key publications and studies include:
Intra-Operative Floppy Iris Syndrome in Cataract Surgery — Osaka, Japan
Gonioscopic Changes After Cataract Surgery and IOL Implantation
Study on Topical Beta Blocker Betaxolol for intraocular pressure management
Comparative studies on Timolol vs Latanoprost in open-angle glaucoma
Evaluation of occlusion therapy and TV/video games in amblyopia management
Clinical atlas of intraocular lens implantation and complications
Multi-centric drug trials as Principal Investigator (2004–05)
10-year study on Glaucomatocyclitic Crisis using NSAIDs, presented at World Glaucoma Congress, Honolulu, USA
Professional Associations
Life Member, All India Ophthalmic Society
Member, Andhra Pradesh Ophthalmic Society
Member, Telangana Ophthalmic Society
Member, Delhi Ophthalmic Society
International Member, American Academy of Ophthalmology
Member, CAMHADD (Commonwealth Association for Mentally Handicapped & Developmental Disabilities)
Past Board Member, District Blindness Society, Hyderabad
Satisfied Patients
Successful Surgeries
Years of Experience
Awards & Recognitions
Our Specialist Doctors
Dr. Annavajjhala Bhavana
Director — Hyderabad Eye Hospital
Dr. Sriram Annavajjhala
MBBS | DOMS | DNB | Fellowship in Cornea & Refractive Surgery
Dr. Akhila Annavajjhala
MBBS | DNB | Fellowship in Medical Retina | Ophthalmologist
Hear From Those We’ve Helped
“My right eye cataract operated by Dr Venkatachalam. I never realised that operation is completed it is because of his experience. Post operation Dr sriram makes so comfortable, explains Do’s and Dont’s. Whoever visits Hyderabad Eye Hospital will step out with a smile.“
— Ramchakravarthy P
— Prakash V
“I underwent cataract surgery in the month of Mar’2025. I am very much humbled by the humility of Dr.Venkatacham,who is down to earth with all his unblemished service more than 3 decades. I need to mention Dr Sriram who shared post operative instructions clearly and answering the queries. I once again thank the doctor and his team.“
“Thank you so much dr.venkatachalam sir. My mom had a cataract surgery without any pain and she is able to see things very clearly now. We never waited for more than 5 or 10 min for any consultation .very fast and quality service provided by the hospital. Thank you so much“
— Arshiya fatima
— Suresh Janapala
“My wife N Anuradha was having cataract in both eyes.we went to Hyderabad eye Hospital Barkatpura and got examined by Dr A Venkatachalam.On examination sir informed us she is having cataract in both eyes with increased intraocular pressure.Thank you very much Doctors.“
