Eye7 Eye Hospitals

What Eye7 Eye Hospitals does

Eye7 Eye Hospitals is a private, founder-owned ophthalmic hospital group operating six state-of-the-art facilities across Delhi NCR, founded in 1987 by Dr. Sanjay Chaudhary. The company delivers a full spectrum of eye care services spanning refractive surgery (specs removal), cataract, glaucoma, cornea and keratoconus, retina, pediatric ophthalmology, neuro-ophthalmology, and oculoplasty. Its core product portfolio centers on the broadest refractive surgery offering in the region, including standard LASIK, SMILE/SMILE Pro, ICL, Contoura Vision, SILK, CLEAR, SmartSurf, CustomEyes, and the September 2024-launched WaveLight Plus InnovEyes — the first AI-driven ray-tracing LASIK platform (US-FDA approved) with EyeVatar 3D eye modeling deployed in India. Technology is sourced from leading global OEMs (Alcon, ZEISS, Johnson & Johnson Vision, Bausch & Lomb, Staar Surgical), with Eye7 functioning as the clinical application and distribution layer.

The business model is multi-stream. Primary revenue comes from surgical procedures priced on a per-surgery basis (₹50,000-₹1,50,000 for refractive; CGHS cataract reimbursement of ~₹22,000 including lens), supplemented by OPD consultations, diagnostics, optical retail through Eye7 Opticals, and cashless/reimbursement flows from 129 government healthcare panels (CGHS, ECHS, DGEHS, Ayushman CAPF) and 55+ insurance/TPA partners. GTM is direct-to-consumer across six hospital locations with omnichannel booking (24/7 phone, WhatsApp, online), supported by SEO content marketing, celebrity endorsement marketing, and dedicated international patient services.

Name

Eye7 Eye Hospitals

Legal name

Eye7 Eye Hospitals

Website

https://eye7.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Eye7 Eye Hospitals is a private, founder-owned ophthalmic hospital group operating six hospitals across Delhi NCR, offering comprehensive eye care from refractive and cataract surgery to specialty ophthalmology, with revenue from procedures, optical retail, and government/insurance channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ophthalmology Services

NAICS

Offices of Optometrists (621320), Optical Goods Retailers (45613)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011), Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093), Ophthalmic Goods (3851)

akta.pro primary industry

Ophthalmology Clinics (Medical & Surgical Eye Care) (HLAKAKAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cornea, External Disease & Refractive Surgery (LASIK/PRK) (HLAKAKAF), Ophthalmology Surgery Centers (HLAFAIAF), Ambulatory Surgery Centers (Ophthalmic/Outpatient Eye Surgery) (HLAKAKAO)

Keywords

• Refractive surgery services
• Cataract surgery treatments
• Ophthalmology hospital services
• LASIK vision correction
• Eye care specialties

Headquarters

HQ city

New Delhi

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Ophthalmic Surgical Procedures: Revenue generated from refractive surgeries (LASIK, SMILE, SILK, ICL, WaveLight Plus InnovEyes), cataract surgeries, and other eye procedures. Procedures are priced per surgery with costs varying by technology complexity (₹50,000-₹1,50,000 for refractive surgeries).
2. Consultation and Diagnostic Services: Revenue from OPD consultations, eye examinations, diagnostic tests, and follow-up visits. Services provided across six hospital locations in Delhi NCR.
3. Optical Products (Eye7 Opticals): Revenue from sale of spectacles, contact lenses, and optical accessories through Eye7 Opticals retail division.
4. Government Healthcare Scheme Reimbursements: Revenue from empanelment with government healthcare schemes including CGHS, ECHS, DGEHS, allowing beneficiaries to claim treatment costs. CGHS cataract surgery rates: ₹16,150 procedure + ₹5,800 lens.
5. Insurance/TPA Billings: Revenue from cashless and reimbursement claims through 55+ insurance companies and TPAs including Acko, HDFC ERGO, ICICI Lombard, Star Health, and others.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Eye7 Eye Hospitals operates six state-of-the-art hospitals across Delhi NCR delivering a comprehensive range of ophthalmic services. The core offerings center on advanced refractive/vision correction surgeries (specs removal procedures such as WaveLight Plus InnovEyes, SILK, Contoura Vision, LASIK, SMILE, ICL) and additional specialties including AI-based blade-less cataract surgery, glaucoma, cornea/keratoconus, retina, pediatric ophthalmology, and oculoplasty. Supporting revenue comes from diagnostic consultations, optical retail (Eye7 Opticals), and cashless services via government schemes and insurance networks.

Product overview

Eye7 Eye Hospitals is a multi-location eye care hospital network operating 6 hospitals in Delhi NCR. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of eye care services centered around refractive/vision correction surgeries (specs removal) and general ophthalmology specialties. The primary offerings include multiple refractive surgery technologies: WaveLight Plus InnovEyes (AI-guided LASIK with ray-tracing and EyeVatar 3D modeling), SILK, Contoura Vision, LASIK, SMILE, SMILE Pro, ICL, CLEAR, SmartSurf, EpiContoura, CustomEyes, and SmartLASIK. These vision correction procedures range from flap-based to flapless techniques, from standard to AI-enhanced personalization. Supporting services include cataract surgery (AI-LenSx), glaucoma, cornea/keratoconus, pediatric ophthalmology, retina, oculoplasty, neuro ophthalmology, and low vision aids. Add-on services include Eye7 Opticals (retail eyewear) and acceptance of government health schemes and insurance panels. The hospital network is founded by Dr. Sanjay Chaudhary with over 38 years of experience.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Eye7 Chaudhary Eye Centre: The primary operating brand name for the Eye7 Eye Hospitals group, as referenced on government panels and insurance documentation.
• Eye7 Opticals
• 7sight Foundation

Products and services

• Wavelight Plus InnovEyes AI-powered refractive surgery offering 100% personalized specs removal with 3D Eyevatar eye modeling and Eagle's eye vision (6/5, 6/4, 6/3) outcomes, for patients seeking freedom from glasses.
• SILK (Smooth Incision Lenticule Keratomileusis) Fourth-generation flapless refractive surgery using Elita femtosecond laser for ultra-smooth lenticule creation, for myopia and myopic astigmatism correction with no flap, no blade, and faster recovery.
• Contoura Vision Topography-guided LASIK procedure approved by US-FDA, mapping over 22,000 elevation points on the cornea to treat myopia, astigmatism, and corneal surface irregularities.
• LASIK Standard laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis procedure that reshapes the cornea using a computer-controlled excimer laser after creating a corneal flap, for refractive error correction.
• SMILE Small Incision Lenticule Extraction - flapless laser vision correction using the ZEISS VisuMax femtosecond laser to create and remove a tiny lenticule within the corneal stroma.
• SMILE Pro Advanced SMILE surgery using the next-generation ZEISS VisuMax 800 femtosecond laser with faster laser speed (7-10 seconds) and improved centration accuracy for treating myopia and astigmatism.
• ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) Lens implanted inside the eye for vision correction without creating a corneal flap, offering high-definition vision with no dry eyes; Eye7 has been India's highest-volume ICL center for 9 years.
• CLEAR (Customised Lenticule Extraction for Advanced Refraction) Next-generation flapless refractive surgery by Bausch & Lomb combining SMILE biomechanical advantages with wavefront-optimized precision using the Stellaris Elite femtosecond laser.
• SmartSurf Single-step touchless TransPRK using the SCHWIND AMARIS 1050RS excimer laser combining epithelial removal and corneal stromal ablation in one continuous sequence.
• EpiContoura Topography-guided flapless surface ablation that preserves and repositions the epithelial sheet after stromal ablation, developed by Nidek in collaboration with Alcon.
• CustomEyes Wavefront-guided LASIK technique using SCHWIND Amaris platform that corrects both lower-order and higher-order aberrations for sharper vision than standard LASIK.
• PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy) Chemical-based surface removal laser procedure offering 100% blade-less, flap-less specs removal.
• RLE (Refractive Lens Exchange) Eye's natural lens is replaced with an artificial lens for specs removal, targeted at patients above 40 years not eligible for laser or ICL procedures.
• Cataract Surgery (AI-LenSx) Artificial Intelligence Based Blade-less Laser Cataract Surgery using Unity 4D Cataract Machine for precise corneal incisions, lens fragmentation, and replacement with premium intraocular lenses.
• Glaucoma Treatment Comprehensive glaucoma diagnosis and treatment services including medication, laser therapy, and surgical interventions using latest diagnostic technologies.
• Cornea & Keratoconus Treatment Latest diagnostic and treatment facilities for cornea conditions including keratoconus treatment, collagen cross-linking, and corneal transplants.
• Pediatric Ophthalmology Specialized eye care services for children including squint correction, amblyopia treatment, pediatric cataract surgery, and vision therapy, with a dedicated pediatric team.
• Retina Treatment World-class treatments for retina and uvea conditions including diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment surgery, and macular degeneration management.
• Oculoplasty & Cosmetic Enhancements Specialist services for ocular aesthetics and functional enhancements including cosmetic eye surgery to improve appearance.
• Neuro Ophthalmology Diagnosis and treatment of specific eye-brain disorders with dedicated neuro-ophthalmology services.
• Low Vision Aids Specialized aids and services for patients with low vision to maximize their remaining vision.
• Computer Vision Syndrome Treatment Solutions for eye problems due to prolonged mobile, tablet and computer screen use.
• Eye7 Opticals Optical retail division offering spectacles, contact lenses, and optical accessories for patients at hospital locations.
• Eye Tests & Diagnostics Comprehensive eye examinations including fundus examination, dry eye tests, refractive assessments, and various diagnostic procedures.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% of patients achieve 6/6 vision or better with WaveLight Plus InnovEyes
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability5 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CGHS (Central Government Health Scheme)coreOthersPan India CGHS beneficiaries can avail CGHS facilities at Eye7 hospitals. Retired beneficiaries above 70 years can avail credit without referral, while those below 70 need valid referral/permission letter. Working beneficiaries pay cash at CGHS rates.
• ECHS (Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme)coreOthersEx-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme empanelment providing treatment for ex-servicemen pensioners and their dependents. Operates under supervision of Chief of Staff Committee through 427 polyclinics in 28 centers.
• DGEHS (Delhi Government Employees Health Scheme)coreOthersDelhi Government Employees Health Scheme empanelment for Delhi government pensioners, workers, and their dependents. Retired beneficiaries can avail credit with valid Medical ID card.
• Haryana Government Health Care SchememinorOthersHaryana Government Health Department empanelment providing quality healthcare to Haryana residents including babies, infants, children, adults, mothers, couples, and senior citizens.
• Alcon (WaveLight Technology Provider)coreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partnership for WaveLight Plus InnovEyes platform - the world's first AI-powered ray-tracing LASIK system. Also provides EX500 excimer laser technology. Eye7 was first in India to launch this technology in September 2024.
• ZEISS (Laser Technology Provider)coreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with ZEISS for VisuMax femtosecond laser technology used in SMILE, SMILE Pro, and other procedures. VisuMax 800 enables high-speed, precision lenticule creation.
• Johnson & Johnson Vision (SILK Technology)coreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of SILK (Smooth Incision Lenticule Keratomileusis) technology using Elita femtosecond laser for fourth-generation flapless refractive surgery.
• Bausch & Lomb (CLEAR Technology)coreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of CLEAR (Customised Lenticule Extraction for Advanced Refraction) technology using Stellaris Elite femtosecond laser for next-generation flapless surgery with wavefront optimization.
• Ayushman CAPFcoreOthersAyushman CAPF healthcare scheme launched January 2021 for Central Armed Police Forces. Benefits over 50 lakh personnel from Assam Rifles, CISF, BSF, CRPF, NSG, ITBP, SSB, and their dependents.
• Staar Surgical (ICL Provider)coreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) technology. Eye7 has achieved maximum ICL implants in India for 9 years (2014-2022 excluding 2017 & 2023), demonstrating leadership in ICL procedures.
• Insurance/TPA Network (55+ Providers)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCashless treatment empanelment with 55+ insurance companies and TPAs including Acko, HDFC ERGO, ICICI Lombard, Star Health, Niva Bupa, Tata AIG, Bajaj Allianz, Care Health, Oriental Insurance, and many more.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Narayana Nethralaya: Bengaluru-based super-specialty eye hospital group (Narayana Health) offering full refractive, cataract, and retinal services. Comparable to Eye7 as a tertiary ophthalmology provider with premium technology and high procedure volume.
• Centre for Sight: India's largest dedicated eye hospital chain, operating 80+ centers across 30+ cities with a full refractive, cataract, and specialty ophthalmology portfolio. Directly comparable to Eye7 on procedure mix, premium technology positioning, and government/insurance empanelment.
• Dr. Agarwal's Eye Hospital: Pan-India multi-specialty eye hospital chain (150+ centers) founded by the Agarwal family, offering LASIK, cataract, and vitreoretinal services. Closest comparable to Eye7 on founder-driven specialty hospital model with deep refractive and cataract volume.
• Sharp Sight Eye Hospital: Delhi-based eye hospital chain offering LASIK, cataract, and specialty ophthalmology services across North India. Direct Delhi NCR competitor with overlapping technology stack (including femto-LASIK and SMILE) and similar price positioning.
• Maxivision Eye Hospital: Multi-city Indian eye hospital chain focused on refractive and cataract surgery with premium technology offerings. Closely comparable to Eye7 on procedure mix, premium pricing band, and metro-focused footprint.
• Sankara Nethralaya: Chennai-headquartered super-specialty eye hospital with national repute in cataract, cornea, and vitreoretinal care. Comparable to Eye7 as a multi-specialty ophthalmology institution with academic credentials, though regionally concentrated in South India.
• Vasan Eye Care: Large pan-India eye care hospital chain offering refractive, cataract, and optical retail services. Comparable to Eye7 on hospital-plus-optical hybrid model and government scheme participation, with broader geographic reach.
• ASG Eye Hospital: National chain of ophthalmology hospitals with strong presence in North India, offering cataract, refractive, and retina services. Comparable to Eye7 as a chain competitor targeting similar middle-income patient segments with cashless and government scheme coverage.
• L V Prasad Eye Institute: Hyderabad-based not-for-profit eye care institution with multiple centers across India, focused on clinical excellence, training, and research in ophthalmology. Comparable to Eye7 on super-specialty scope and clinical outcomes focus, but with academic/non-profit orientation.

Broad incumbents

• Medanta - The Medicity: Multi-specialty hospital group with a dedicated ophthalmology division offering refractive and cataract surgery. Comparable to Eye7 as a premium Delhi NCR provider competing for the same high-end refractive patients, but as part of a broader multi-specialty portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Eye7Hospitals
• Facebookfacebook.com/eye7hospitals
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/eye7-eye-hospitals

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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