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In 1962, a small group of passionate volunteers in Karachi began a movement to combat blindness through eye donations. The movement started in 1968 with volunteers mostly students, 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 Beginning: The movement for eye donation starts in Karachi, laying the groundwork for what would become Pakistan's first organized corneal donation initiative.
Eye Donation & Cornea Grafting Campaign: The first cornea grafting campaign is launched, marking the birth of organized corneal transplant services in Pakistan. The Eye Donation Campaign gained recognition at the national level, with prominent citizens, social workers, and artists showing their support.
PEBS Established: Pakistan Eye Bank Society (PEBS) is formally established in 1973. The first-ever Cornea Grafting Week in the history of the world was organized in 1975, during which 105 corneally blind patients received cornea transplants. PEBS was registered as a Society in 1976 to work on a national basis.
Established Eye Donation Organization Rawalpindi (REDO), with a Corneal Grafting week.
Established Eye Donation Organization at Peshawar with a Corneal Grafting week.
Established Eye Bank at Data Darbar Eyes Hospital, Lahore.
Established Eye Donation Organization Baluchistan, with Corneal Grafting week.
Hospital Construction & Commencement: 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.
Clinical Growth: Eye operations begin in 1995. The Dental & Maxillofacial department launches in 2007, marking PEBS’s expansion beyond ophthalmology into multi-specialty care.
Diagnostics: The Ardeshir Cowasjee Department of Radiology & Diagnostic Laboratory opens in 2012.
Eye Bank & Cornea Lab: A state-of-the-art PEBS Eye Bank and Cornea Lab is inaugurated in collaboration with Everysight USA.
Chronic Care Expansion: The Cardiac & Diabetes Unit opened in 2018, followed by the establishment of a Free Dialysis Unit in 2021 under the founding patronage of Mr. Sohail Yasin Suleman — extending PEBS’s mission to chronic disease management.
Cancer Care Units: The Oral Cancer Surgery Unit started in 2023 under the founding patronage of Mr. Islam Salim, providing free head & neck oncology services. The Breast Cancer Surgery Unit followed in 2024 under the founding patronage of Ms. Ava Cowasjee, 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.”
International Workshops and Seminars arranged with cooperation of Eye Bank Association of USA, and International Eye Donation Foundation of USA.
Our history is written by the generosity of people like you. Help us continue this legacy of sight and service.