ABOUT DR. V. K. RAJU

A Life Dedicated to Sight

Educated and trained in India, the United Kingdom, and the United States, Dr. Raju is a board-certified ophthalmologist and internationally recognized authority in corneal disease, ocular surface disorders, pediatric cataract, and preventable blindness.
He has served for decades as Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at West Virginia University, mentoring generations of physicians while advancing research that bridges cutting-edge science with compassionate care.

Yet his greatest contribution lies beyond titles and textbooks—in the lives restored to sight.

Timeline Highlights

1977

First eye camp & founding of Eye Foundation of America

1980s–1990

Global academic leadership & surgical innovation

2000

Expansion of pediatric and corneal programs worldwide

2005

Founding of Goutami Eye Institute, India

2010

Leadership in ROP, childhood blindness advocacy

2020

Global movement toward International Day for a World Without Childhood Blindness