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A visionary leader transforming eye care with expertise, compassion, and commitment to excellence
Dr. T. Nirmal Fredrick is a distinguished ophthalmologist and healthcare leader whose exceptional career spanning over three decades has transformed the landscape of eye care in South India. As the Founder and Managing Director of Nirmals Eye Hospital, he has built a premier eye care institution that has served over 3.6 lakh patients and performed more than 45,000 surgeries and laser procedures
Trained at the prestigious Madras Medical College and having completed a clinical fellowship at Birchill Hospital, Manchester, UK in Glaucoma and Pediatric Ophthalmology, Dr. Fredrick combines world-class medical expertise with a deep commitment to accessible, affordable eye care.
Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Fredrick is a nationally recognized authority on healthcare quality and accreditation. As Principal Assessor for NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals) and Chairman of NABH Eye Care Standards, he has conducted over 165 hospital assessments and played a pivotal role in establishing quality benchmarks for eye care across India.
A comprehensive medical education from India’s finest institutions and international fellowship training
Three decades of excellence in clinical practice, teaching, and healthcare leadership
Nirmals Eye Hospital, Tambaram, Chennai
Leading a NABH-accredited, Kayakalp-certified specialty eye hospital offering comprehensive eye care services including Cataract (Phaco), Glaucoma, Refractive Surgery, Cornea, Vitreo-Retina, and Pediatric Ophthalmology. The hospital has served 3.6 lakh+ patients and performed 45,000+ surgeries with a fully integrated EMR system.
Regional Institute of Ophthalmology, Chennai & Chengalpattu Medical College
15 years of teaching experience at premier tertiary care referral centres. Specialization in General Ophthalmology, Glaucoma Clinic, and Administration. Trained numerous postgraduate students and contributed to academic excellence.
Birchill Hospital, Manchester, United Kingdom
Specialized training in Glaucoma management and Pediatric Ophthalmology at a premier UK institution, gaining international exposure to advanced treatment protocols and surgical techniques.
Madras Medical College, Chennai
Completed MBBS, DO, and MS (Ophthalmology) from the prestigious Madras Medical College. Awarded Best Outgoing Student in MS Ophthalmology and Prof. Sathiavakesan Gold Medal for academic excellence.
Serving in key roles across national and international healthcare organizations
2023 – 2025
Since 1998
2025 – 2027
Nationally and internationally recognized for excellence in ophthalmology and healthcare
leadership
Chief Editor | APAO Conference 2025
2025 – NEW
Chairman, Expert Group | Patient Safety Day, New Delhi
17 Sep 2025 – NEW
Reader's Digest Consumer Survey
2022 & 2023
Consortium of Accredited Healthcare Organizations
2023
CEO Insight Magazine
2023
Regional Institute of Ophthalmology, Chennai
1997
Madras Medical College
1997
Tamil Nadu Ophthalmic Association
2017
Best Eye Clinic/Hospital Administration
2017
IMA, Hon'ble Health Minister, Govt. of Tamil Nadu
2016
The Hindu, IMA TNSB & LIMRA
2021
CAHOCON
2022
Nectar Finance Summit
2025
International YOSICON
2025
Contributing to ophthalmic knowledge through research, books, and educational initiatives
Chief Editor and Author. Published by Indian Journal of Ophthalmology. Officially launched at the prestigious APAO Conference 2025 – a comprehensive
guide on regulatory compliance for eye care institutions.
Published in Indian Journal of Ophthalmology (IJO), TNOA Journal, JIMA, and other indexed medical journals covering glaucoma, quality in eye care, and clinical research.
Authored chapters on Quality and Accreditation in the prestigious textbook by Zia Chaudhuri & M Vanathi (Jaypee Publishers, 2020). First time accreditation was included in a PG ophthalmology textbook.
Chairman of NABH Expert Group. Original standards published in 2016 as Member Secretary. The updated NABH ECO Standards were officially launched on Patient Safety Day (17th September 2025) at New Delhi. Also authored the NABH ECO Guidebook (2017-2018).
Published by AIOS Academic Research Committee (2018). Over 22,000 copies printed and distributed to ophthalmologists across India. Currently in reprint due to high demand.
Patient education book published by Akilan Publishers, making eye health information accessible to Tamil-speaking communities.
Monthly newsletter on Quality and Practice Management distributed to ophthalmologists nationwide, promoting quality standards in eye care delivery.
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