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Dr. Pukhraj P Rishi

Ophthalmology Retina Specialist

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Dr. Pukhraj Rishi

Ophthalmology Retina Specialist

Omaha, NE

Areas of Expertise

Ocular Oncology (Eye Tumors)
Vitreoretinal Surgery
Macular Degeneration
Pediatric Retinal Diseases

About Me

Dr. Pukhraj Rishi is an ocular oncologist and vitreoretinal surgeon at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. He evaluates and treats eye tumors and complex retinal disease, drawing on extensive training in retina and ocular oncology. Patients are referred to him for conditions such as retinoblastoma, retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and pediatric retinal disorders, as well as second opinions for challenging cases. After medical school and ophthalmology residency at BJ Medical College in Ahmedabad, India, Dr. Rishi completed vitreoretinal fellowships at the Retina Foundation (Ahmedabad) and at Sankara Nethralaya (Chennai), followed by further retina training at UNMC’s Truhlsen Eye Institute. A scholarship from the International Council of Ophthalmology supported additional specialty training in ocular oncology at Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia. He has authored more than 200 peer-reviewed publications, 20 book chapters, and delivered over 150 invited lectures internationally. In the clinic and operating room, he focuses on clear communication and thoughtful, individualized care so patients and families can make informed choices in complex situations.

Training

  • Wills Eye Hospital
    Ocular Oncology
    Wills Eye Hospital
    Fellowship
  • Retina
    University of Nebraska Medical Center
    Fellowship
  • Retina
    Sankara Nethralaya
    Fellowship
  • Retina
    Retina Foundation, Ahmedabad
    Fellowship
  • Ophthalmology
    BJ Medical College, Ahmedabad
    Residency
  • MBBS
    BJ Medical College, Ahmedabad
    Medical School

Awards & Honors

  • Honor Award

    American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS)
  • Rhett Buckler Award

    American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS)
  • International Education Award

    American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
  • AIOS-IJO Gold Award

    All India Ophthalmological Society
  • Helmerich Retina Research Foundation Fellowship Grant

    International Council of Ophthalmology

Certifications & Licensure

  • Licensed In:
    NE
  • License Numbers:
    8697