Dr. Shrikrishna Nadgouda
"Throughout his life, he envisioned to protect vision of people."
A saying goes by, “The greatness of an individual is symbolized by his simplicity, patience and compassion.” Dr. Shrikrishna. G. Nadgouda is a replica of this greatness. As a reputed Ophthalmologist of smart city Hubli – Dharwad, Dr. Nadgouda is regarded as messiah who since decades has helped restore vision of people. An extinguished ophthalmologist, Dr. Shrikrishna G Nadgouda comes with 35 years of expertise in varied field of ophthalmology.
In 1987, still at youthful 30s he first started Jayapriya Hospital – one among the established eye clinics today in Hubballi. 33 years later, this hospital has created milestones in city for bringing in advanced Eye care to people, providing eye care facilities to rural population at economic expense.
It was in early 2000s, Dr. Nadgouda became known to public eye for pioneering eye care camps in Dharward dist. In a philanthropic effort to extend eye care facilities to rural population he organised free medical camps including surgical treatments under Jayapriya Medical Foundation.
Dr. Nadgouda is truly a visionary who has extensively served community under his profession. His contribution for the people’s welfare is not just limited to as an eye consultant but also in diverse roles undertaken. For instance, he was nominated to serve as President for Raghavendra Swamy Math, Bhavani Nagar from 2003-2011. Adding on, he was also appointed as President of Indian Medical Association (2003-2004), further as Chairman at Hubli Institute of Nursing Sciences and as Vice Chairman of Smt. Vidya P Hanchinmani PU Science College, Dharwad thus expanding his involvement beyond medical science.
As a professional, Dr. Shrikrishna. Nadgouda has remarkably excelled in his 3-decade old career. His low-key and humble attitude speaks volume about his personality and will always continue to inspire people in years to come.
Ever since our organization has started,
several hundred camps are done and around 50,000 free cataract surgeries are performed.