Location
Areas of Expertise
About Me
Dr. Niral Gandhi is a board-certified ophthalmologist with Kaiser Permanente in McLean, Virginia. He completed his medical education at Baylor College of Medicine, followed by residency at the University of Minnesota and a fellowship at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. His primary professional interest is adult strabismus, and he enjoys the complexity of these cases as if solving a puzzle.
Dr. Gandhi has been recognized as a Top Doctor by Arlington Magazine (2025), Northern Virginia Magazine (2025, 2026), and Washingtonian Magazine (2022-2025). He is committed to practicing medicine in an ethical, evidence-based, and sensible manner, and he values the alignment of his philosophy with the Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group.
Patients appreciate Dr. Gandhi's excellent bedside manner, patience, and skill in working with children. He is known for making eye exams fun for kids and for thoroughly explaining procedures and options. He is currently accepting new patients by referral.
Training

Johns Hopkins University
Fellowship
University of Minnesota
Residency
Medical Education
Baylor College of Medicine
Medical School
Awards & Honors
Top Doctor
2026Northern Virginia Magazine
Top Doctor
2025Arlington Magazine
Top Doctor
2025Northern Virginia Magazine
Top Doctor
2025Washingtonian Magazine
Top Doctor
2024Washingtonian Magazine
Top Doctor
2023Washingtonian Magazine
Top Doctor
2022Washingtonian Magazine
Publications & Press
Eye Problems to Watch for in Kids
Northern Virginia Magazine
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- MD, OH
- License Numbers
- D83720, 57.022764


