Ophthalmologists in Chennai
25 ophthalmologists in Chennai compared on Google reviews, hospital, hours and fees where published. Ophthalmology covers cataract, LASIK, glaucoma, retina, squint.
Updated October 2026 · Ratings and hours from Google; fees and registration from each doctor's own pages and the NMC register, with the source on every profile

Ophthalmologists in Chennai at a glance
| Doctor | Clinic or hospital | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21. Dr.AnilChandra | Alwarpet | 5.0 (5) | Not listed |
| 22. Dr Manoj Subhash Khatri | Apollo Spectra Hospital | 4.5 (10) | Not listed |
| 23. Dr T. Nirmal Fredrick | Tambaram | 4.6 (14) | Not listed |
| 24. Sankara Nethralaya | Sankara nethralaya | 3.9 (2,111) | Not listed |
| 25. Dr Laavanyaa Somasundaram | Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital | 4.8 (4) | Not listed |
"Not listed" means no fee on the doctor's own page or clinic listing. Google ratings as of October 2026.
How we rank doctors
- Google rating weighted by review count
- Publishes a consultation fee
- NMC registration shown on the profile
- Has a website or a hospital page
Doctors and clinics cannot pay for a higher position. Sponsored placements, when they exist, are labelled and sit outside the list.
Seeing a ophthalmologist in Chennai
Chennai has 25 ophthalmologists with a public page in this directory, 25 with Google reviews and 0 with a published fee. Ophthalmology covers cataract, LASIK, glaucoma, retina, squint. Most clinics take direct bookings by phone; hospital OPDs may need registration first.
Request an appointment with a ophthalmologist in Chennai
One form. Your request goes to clinics on this page that take enquiries.
Ophthalmologist in Chennai: FAQs
Who are the best ophthalmologists in Chennai?
By Google rating weighted by review count, the top ophthalmologists in Chennai on this page are Dr.AnilChandra (5.0, 5 reviews), Dr Manoj Subhash Khatri (4.5, 10 reviews), Dr T. Nirmal Fredrick (4.6, 14 reviews), Sankara Nethralaya (3.9, 2,111 reviews), Dr Laavanyaa Somasundaram (4.8, 4 reviews). The order comes from public reviews and published details, not from payments; a clinic cannot buy a position.
How much does a ophthalmologist consultation cost in Chennai?
None of the ophthalmologists on this page publishes a consultation fee on a page we could read. Ask the clinic when you book; the profile has the phone number where Google lists one.
Which ophthalmologists in Chennai are at hospitals?
18 of the 25 ophthalmologists listed practise at a hospital or clinic that has its own page here, including E N T Clinic, Mogappair West UPHC, Eye Research Centre Foundation, Apollo Women's Hospital. The rest are standalone clinics.
When should I see a ophthalmologist?
Ophthalmology covers cataract, LASIK, glaucoma, retina, squint. A general physician can refer you, but in India you can book a ophthalmologist directly. Carry old reports and a list of current medicines.
How is this list ordered?
By a weighted Google rating that discounts a handful of five-star reviews against hundreds at 4.8, with a small lift for doctors who publish a fee, have a website and show an NMC registration. Claims, enquiries and sponsorship never change the order.
