DEPARTMENT OF SHALAKYA TANTRA
Introduction:
Shalakyatantra is a branch of Ayurveda which deals with ailments related to Eye, ENT, Oro-Dental, Head and Neck.These being the vital sensory organs,there is dire need to protect and preserve the health of these organs, hence known as ‘Uttamangachikitsatantra’.More than 200 clinical conditions & their management that includes several drug formulations and therapeutic procedures are vividly explained in Shalakyatantra.This science uses a lots of ‘Shalaka’ which means probe which justifies the name Shalakyatantra and specialists in this branch are called ‘Shalakis’.

Vision
• To establish best management centre for diseases of Eye, Ear, Oral cavity, Nose, head and neck in both preventive & curative aspect.

Mission
• Our efforts are dedicated to create confidence among students to deal every case of Shalakyatantrathrough classical Ayurveda approach and modern diagnostic view. • Our endeavour is to provide all possible support to promote research orientation in unexplored areas of Ayurveda ophthalmology & ENT. • Our strength is directed to create competent professionals and service to mankind.

Specialities of Deparment:
• Set with complete teaching aid as a part of structural & functional understanding,diagnostic and therapeutic approach through models, charts&instruments along with departmental museum. • Hands on training on kriyakalpas,sthanikaupakrama,parasurgical procedures during practical classes. • Department is successfully conducting Guest lectures and awareness talks on the eve of sight day, deaf day etc. • Awareness about sense organs and treatment options in Ayurveda are conveyed through TV & Radio programs

Dr.VeenaVinayak
Designation : Professor & HOD Qualification: BAMS, M.S(Ayu)(Shalakya Tantra) DOB : 23/12/1980 DOJ: 03/08/2009 Experience : 16yrs 5 months Reg no: K.A.U.P Board 17155 Teacher code: AYSK00060

Dr.Swati S.Suvarna
Designation : Associate Professor Qualification: BAMS, MS(Ayu)(Shalakya Tantra), PGDAcu DOB: 25/01/1992 DOJ: 10/12/2018 Experience: 7yrs 1 month Reg no: K.A.U.P Board 32753 Teacher code: AYSK00062

Dr.Abhishek D R
Designation: Assistant Professor Qualification: BAMS, M.S(Ayu)(Shalakya Tantra), DOB: 01/10/1996 DOJ: 07/04/2025 Experience: 9 months Reg no: K.A.U.P Board 45883 Teacher code: AYSK01467

Dr.Manushree M M
Designation: Assistant Professor Qualification: BAMS, M.S(Ayu)(Shalakya Tantra), DOB: 16/03/1998 DOJ: 02/06/2025 Experience: 7 months Reg no: K.A.U.P Board 44451 Teacher code: AYSK01494