36,023 CURED
252,256 SCREENED
The Tej Kohli & Ruit Foundation is not just about curing untreated cataract blindness at scale in the developing world, but it is also about creating a lasting legacy of social and economic change. With the foundation’s alignment to #2030InSight mission and UN’s Sustainable Development Goal to eradicate extreme poverty, there is hope for a better future.
We are not just curing cataract blindness but also contributing to the larger goal of combating extreme poverty. Together, we can make a significant difference in the world and build a brighter future for generations to come.
Cataract Awareness Month
Every June, we observe Cataracts Awareness Month, which aims to raise public awareness about cataracts. Cataracts is one of the primary causes of visual impairment and can negatively impact an individual’s quality of life. Understanding cataracts, their symptoms, and causes is crucial, especially for those who suffer from such a condition. In observance of this campaign, we encourage everyone to learn more about cataracts and how we can extend our support to those who are affected by this eye condition. Let us help spread awareness and promote knowledge about the importance of visual health.
Sun Maya Tamang's Story
Many people across the hills of Nepal are mostly hidden from the world. Despite the scenic beauty Nepal’s hills have to offer, life can be extremely difficult here and essential resources are not readily available.
The addition of a family member suffering from some type of ailment, such as cataract blindness, causes survival itself to become a challenge.
Our Latest Camp
Over the last week, our teams have been making their way up the mountains to reach some of the most remote villages in the world.
The camp took place in Olangchung Gola on the Nepalese/Tibetan border. The journey included a tough 11-hour hike to over 10,000 ft.
Our teams, including Dr Ruit, operated on over 300 blind patients.
Our 30,000th Patient
During our most recent visit to Bahjang, Nepal the Tej Kohli & Ruit Foundation, alongside Sahana Bajracharya met Belamti Demai. Belmati had been struggling with cataracts for some time.
Learn more about Belmati here:
Creating A Legacy Of Social And Economic Change
Dr. Sanduk Ruit and Mr Tej Kohli are united in their mission to create a lasting legacy of social and economic change in poor and underserved communities by screening 1,000,000 people and curing up to 500,000 of needless cataract blindness.
A Podcast From The Tej Kohli & Ruit Foundation
Too See Or Not To See is a podcast dedicated to sharing the stories of those taking the steps to build a better future.
In each episode, our hosts will discuss current issues, share thoughts and ideas, and learn from industry leaders who are pioneering global improvements.
NEPAL
In Nepal, the Tej Kohli & Ruit Foundation has cured 26,717 people of needless cataract blindness.
GHANA
The Ghanaian Health Service stated that 227,920 people in the conutry were blind. We have cured 1000 people in Ghana so far.
BHUTAN
In 2022, we partnered with the Bhutanese Ministry of Health to set out to cure a combined total of 10,000 cases of cataract blindness by 2026.
ETHIOPIA
An estimated 1.8 million Ethiopians suffer needlessly from cataracts. We plan to take our mission to Ethiopia in April 2023.
NEPAL
In Nepal, the Tej Kohli & Ruit Foundation has cured 26,717 people of needless cataract blindness.
GHANA
The Ghanaian Health Service stated that 227,920 people in the conutry were blind. We have cured 1000 people in Ghana so far.
BHUTAN
In 2022, we partnered with the Bhutanese Ministry of Health to set out to cure a combined total of 10,000 cases of cataract blindness by 2026.
ETHIOPIA
An estimated 1.8 million Ethiopians suffer needlessly from cataracts. We plan to take our mission to Ethiopia in April 2023.
#2030InSight
A worldwide mission to cure blindness
2030 In Sight is the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness’s strategic plan for the next decade. A call to action to embed vision as a fundamental, economic, social and development issue, all of which are fundamental to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
We are curing blindness and leaving a legacy of community eye hospitals in the world’s poorest communities. We’re taking our microsurgical outreach camps to Nepal, India, Indonesia, Bhutan, Myanmar, Bangladesh, North Korea, Afghanistan, Rwanda, Tanzania, Lebanon and Syria.
