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In 1962, a small group of passionate volunteers in Karachi began a movement to combat blindness through eye donations. Their efforts, supported by leading ophthalmologists, public figures, poets, and writers, catalysed the fight against blindness in Pakistan.
What began as a corneal donation campaign grew into Pakistan Eye Bank Society (PEBS) — formally established in 1973 and registered as a Society in 1976. Today, PEBS has served over 10 million patients and grown into a multi-specialty healthcare institution offering eye care, dental services, free dialysis, cancer surgery, and cardiac care — mostly free of cost for those who cannot afford.
From humble beginnings in 1962 to Pakistan's leading eye care institution — witness our transformative journey of dedicated service.
The movement for eye donation starts in Karachi, laying the groundwork for what would become Pakistan's first organized corneal donation initiative.
The first cornea grafting campaign is launched, marking the birth of organized corneal transplant services in Pakistan.
Pakistan Eye Bank Society (PEBS) is formally established in 1973 and registered as a Society in 1976 to work on a national basis.
Eye Donation Organizations established in Rawalpindi (REDO), Peshawar, Lahore (Data Darbar Eyes Hospital), and Baluchistan — each with Corneal Grafting Weeks, creating Pakistan's first comprehensive eye-care network across all four provinces.
Construction of PEBS Hospital commences in 1983. After a decade of building, PEBS Hospital opens its doors in 1993, transforming the society from a donation movement into a full-fledged healthcare facility.
Eye operations begin in 1995. The Dental & Maxillofacial department launches in 2007, marking PEBS's expansion beyond ophthalmology into multi-specialty care.
The Ardeshir Cowasjee Department of Radiology & Diagnostic Laboratory opens in 2012. In 2019, a state-of-the-art PEBS Eye Bank and Cornea Lab is inaugurated.
The Cardiac & Diabetes Unit opens in 2018, followed by the establishment of a Free Dialysis Unit in 2021 — extending PEBS's mission to chronic disease management.
Oral Cancer Surgery Unit starts in 2023, providing free head & neck oncology services. The Breast Cancer Surgery Unit follows in 2024, making PEBS a comprehensive cancer care provider for the underserved.
What began as a movement for eye donation in 1962 has grown into Pakistan's most trusted charitable healthcare institution. Through six decades of unwavering commitment, PEBS has not only restored sight to thousands but has also pioneered comprehensive charitable healthcare in Pakistan. Today, having served over 10 million patients, we remain anchored to our founding principle: "Gift of Vision for Every Pakistani".
For over six decades, PEBS has relied on the generosity of people like you. Help us write the next chapter in Pakistan's healthcare story.