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Dr. Nishanth Uli
Ophthalmology
About Me
Dr. Nishanth Uli, MD, MBA is an ophthalmologist at UChicago Medicine who cares for people with glaucoma, cataracts, and other vision-threatening eye conditions. He offers medical therapy and advanced surgical options -- including minimally invasive glaucoma surgery, glaucoma shunt and filtering procedures, and cataract surgery -- to help patients see more clearly and protect long-term eye health. Patients describe his approach as thorough, collaborative, and reassuring. Dr. Uli takes time to listen, answer questions, and tailor recommendations so each person understands their diagnosis and the choices available to them. By pairing evidence-based treatments with clear communication, he aims to make complex decisions feel manageable and aligned with each patient's goals and lifestyle. He also serves as an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Science at the University of Chicago, reflecting a commitment to teaching and continuous improvement in patient care.
Training
- OphthalmologyTufts Medical Center/Ophthalmic Consultants of BostonFellowship
- OphthalmologyOhio State University Medical CenterResidency
Medical Doctor (MD)Ohio State University College of MedicineMedical School
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In:IL
- License Numbers:036176262


