Dr. Rohit Shetty
Dr. Rohit Shetty is an internationally respected clinician-scientist and renowned ophthalmologist and refractive surgeon, redefining the future of vision care through precision surgery, path-breaking research, and personalised clinical solutions.
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About
With more than 20 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Rohit Shetty seamlessly integrates clinical excellence with innovation. Educated and trained in India, Germany, and the United States, he leads multidisciplinary teams working at the forefront of corneal biomechanics, AI-driven diagnostics, and advanced refractive surgery.
A research pioneer, Dr. Shetty is also the Founder of Novel and Grow Research Labs, where his work continues to shape the future of evidence-based and technology-driven eye care.
"Innovation and compassion are not opposites — they define modern medicine."
Vision Restored
55,000+
Top Scientist
2020-2025
Cornea Care
22,000+
Global Recognition
2021-2025
Awards
Recipient of several distinguished awards acknowledging his excellence, innovation, and leadership in ophthalmology.
Casebeer Award
International Society of Refractive Surgery, San Francisco
Achievement Award
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Achievement Award
Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology
Aryabhatta International Award
(2019)
Col. Rangachari Cornea Award
All India Ophthalmological Conference (AIOC), Jaipur (February 2017)
P. Siva Reddy Oration Award
for significant contribution to the advancement of the field
Research & Innovation
Dr. Rohit Shetty’s research translates laboratory discoveries into real-world vision restoration. As founder of the NOVEL and GROW labs, he spearheads projects in AI-based predictive ophthalmology, biomechanics, and corneal crosslinking innovation.
Collaborating with Maastricht University and global leaders, his work has redefined the future of personalized eye care.
Predicting Keratoconus Progression
Revolutionary AI-based platform that predicts disease progression with unprecedented accuracy, enabling early intervention and personalized treatment planning.
IMPACT – Enhanced patient outcomes through predictive analytics
Next-gen Refractive Planning
Advanced mapping technology that analyzes corneal biomechanics in real-time, revolutionizing surgical planning and post-operative predictions.
IMPACT – Improved surgical precision and safety
Industry Collaborations
Pioneering partnerships with leading companies like Alcon & J&J to bring laboratory innovations to clinical practice worldwide.
IMPACT – Accelerating innovation from bench to bedside
Linking Genetics and Corneal Response
Ground breaking research connecting genetic markers with corneal responses to understand individual variations in treatment outcomes.
IMPACT – Personalized medicine based on genetic profiling
Publications & Thought Leadership
Author of 200+ peer-reviewed papers and invited speaker at global conferences, Dr. Shetty’s work bridges bench science and bedside care — guiding the future of ophthalmology.
American Journal of Ophthalmology
Long-term Outcomes of Corneal Crosslinking: A 10-Year Study
British Journal of Ophthalmology
Advances in SMILE Technology: Current Evidence and Future Directions
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Social Impact & Outreach
Dr. Rohit Shetty has played a significant role in strengthening community eye care across Karnataka through the extensive outreach activities of Narayana Nethralaya. His leadership has directly contributed to large-scale community initiatives that provide free screenings, preventive care, and sight-restoring surgeries to underserved populations. These community programs highlight and recognize his commitment to expanding access to quality eye care for thousands of individuals across both rural and urban regions.
In addition to clinical outreach, Dr. Shetty’s influence on public health extends through his pioneering work in early disease detection using AI and advanced diagnostics—innovations specifically noted for improving access in underserved regions. These efforts, combined with his mentorship of young doctors and researchers, have helped build a more robust ecosystem for community-centered ophthalmic care across Karnataka.
- 200+ community screening camps conducted across Karnataka & rural India
- 5,000+ free surgeries for economically disadvantaged patients
- Public awareness programs on keratoconus, corneal diseases, and eye safety
- Collaborations with NGOs, schools, and local health missions for early detection initiatives
Contact Details
Email: [email protected]
Contact no: +91 94490 37329 / +91 73491 92666
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