I'm Dr. Shantanu Kumar Gupta — MBBS, MS (MAMC), DNB, FICO (Merit). Cataract, cornea and medical retina specialist trained at Guru Nanak Eye Centre, New Delhi. I consult at Shantanu Netralaya Eye Hospital in Varanasi.
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Try our free IOL Selection Suite — the only interactive lens selector in Purvanchal. Answer a few lifestyle questions and get a personalised recommendation (Monofocal · Toric · EDOF · Trifocal) with our clinic's live lens inventory, reviewed by Dr. Shantanu Kumar Gupta, MBBS · MS (MAMC) · DNB · FICO (Merit). Print or share your report with family.
Had a great experience at Shantanu Netralaya. The doctors here are really patient and knowledgeable. They made me feel comfortable throughout the check-up and explained my problem in simple terms. The clinic is clean, well-managed, and easy to locate. I’d definitely recommend it to anyone looking for reliable eye care in Varanasi.
Excellent service and behaviour of staffs as well the opthalmologist, explain everything in detail. As per my observation they have every tools and machinery which are needed during the checkup. If you have any kind of problem related to Eye then you must have to checkout Shantanu Netralaya. Thankyou 😊
Excellent Medical doctor and nice and complaint staff too
Medical Care: Knowledgeable, thorough doctors who explain treatment plans, avoid unnecessary tests, and provide personalized attention. Staff & Service: Supportive, polite nurses and support staff who prioritize patient comfort. Facilities & Hygiene: Clean, well-maintained, and modern infrastructure. Efficiency: Smooth, timely admission and discharge processes.
Dr. Shantanu has listened to concerns very patiently and provided detailed explanation of diagnosis in common language. Impressed with his awareness of latest developments and providing various options to his patients
Written by Dr. Manisha Mishra (squint & paediatric ophthalmology consultant) and edited by Dr. Shantanu Kumar Gupta — a plain-language guide that helps patients and parents replace WhatsApp myths with clear, evidence-based understanding of squint.
An educational triage tool designed by Dr. Shantanu Kumar Gupta & Dr. Manisha Mishra — MAMC / New Delhi trained ophthalmologists. Understand how urgent your symptoms are in under 60 seconds.
Educational only — this tool cannot examine your eye and is not a replacement for a physical consultation with an ophthalmologist.Concept by Dr. Shantanu Kumar Gupta & Dr. Manisha Mishra · Developed with AI
From premium cataract surgery to advanced retina diagnostics, every service is delivered by Dr. Shantanu with the latest evidence-based protocols and modern technology.
Micro-incision, stitch-less phacoemulsification with premium intraocular lenses.
Advanced diagnostics and treatment for the delicate back of the eye.
Protect your sight from the silent complication of diabetes.
Central vision preservation with modern anti-VEGF therapy.
Timely intervention to salvage sight after a retinal 'stroke'.
A common cause of blurred central vision in young adults.
In-office anti-VEGF and steroid therapy performed daily.
Comprehensive eye care for the whole family.
Confidence and clarity before major eye surgery.
New Delhi trained cornea care — from dry eye to corneal transplants.
Every diagnosis at Shantanu Netralaya is backed by the latest generation of ophthalmic imaging and surgical platforms.
"Dr. Shantanu explained every step of my cataract surgery with such patience. I could see clearly the very next day. God bless him."
"I had almost given up hope. Three anti-VEGF injections later, I am reading the newspaper again. Truly a life-changer."
"I chose the trifocal lens on Dr. Shantanu's recommendation. Six months later I do not use glasses for anything. Priceless."
Shantanu Netralaya sits in Durgakund, a quiet neighbourhood just south of the ghats of the Ganga. Kashi — Varanasi — has been a place of learning and healing for millennia, and our clinic is proud to carry that quiet tradition into modern ophthalmology.
Where I consult and operate — designed for warmth, cleanliness and a stress-free patient experience.
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