Dr. Akanksha Sinha
12 Years of Experience
Degree
M.B.B.S., M.S., F.LVPEI
Specialisation
Cataract, Cornea and Ocular Surface, Refractive Surgery
Shastri Nagar, Kanpur
Hospital Address:
1800 1211 804 | 0512 2222207 | 0512 2222208
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About Dr. Akanksha Sinha
Dr. Akanksha Sinha is a highly accomplished ophthalmologist with 12 years of experience in cataract surgery, corneal disorders, ocular surface diseases, and refractive surgery. She possesses extensive expertise in managing complex corneal conditions and performing advanced ophthalmic surgical procedures, including full-thickness and lamellar corneal transplantation, limbal stem cell transplantation, and mucous membrane grafting. Her clinical approach combines surgical precision, evidence-based practices, and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred eye care.
Dr. Sinha completed her postgraduate degree in Ophthalmology from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, where she was awarded a gold medal and recognised as the Best Outgoing Student of the University. She subsequently pursued a long-term fellowship at the prestigious L V Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI), Hyderabad, where she received specialised training in advanced corneal and anterior segment procedures. During her fellowship, she also served as the Centre In-charge of the Bhosle Gopal Rao Secondary Centre, Mudhole, under LVPEI, gaining valuable experience in clinical leadership and comprehensive eye care services.
In 2017, Dr. Sinha joined Sankara Eye Hospital, Kanpur, as a Consultant in Cornea and Anterior Segment and Eye Bank In-charge. During her tenure until September 2026, she performed over 75,000 cataract surgeries and more than 500 corneal transplantation procedures, including both full-thickness and lamellar transplantation techniques. She is also recognised as the first surgeon in Kanpur to perform Descemet Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty (DMEK), an advanced corneal transplantation technique used to treat selected corneal endothelial disorders.
Apart from her clinical and surgical achievements, Dr. Sinha has made significant contributions to ophthalmic research and academic development. She has authored more than 20 publications in national and international journals and regularly presents her work at national and international conferences. She has also served as a trainer in corneal transplantation at national conferences organised by the Cornea Society of India, contributing to the advancement of specialised surgical skills among ophthalmologists.
Dr. Sinha is an active member of several prestigious professional organisations, including the Cornea Society of India (CSI), All India Ophthalmological Society (AIOS), U.P. State Ophthalmological Society (UPSOS), Young Ophthalmologists Society of India (YOSI), Women Ophthalmologists Society (WOS), and Kanpur Ophthalmic Society (KOS). She also served as the Secretary of the Kanpur Ophthalmological Society during 2025–2026. Her clinical expertise, academic contributions, and dedication to ophthalmology have earned her several awards and recognitions.
At ASG Eye Hospital, Kanpur, Dr. Akanksha Sinha is committed to providing advanced, evidence-based, and compassionate eye care, with a particular focus on restoring and preserving vision through modern cataract, corneal, ocular surface, and refractive surgical techniques. Her extensive experience and patient-focused approach reflect her dedication to improving visual outcomes and enhancing patients’ quality of life.
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