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Dr. Jhansi Raju MD

Speciality: Ophthalmology
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About Dr. Jhansi Raju MD

Dr. Jhansi Raju, M.D., is an experienced ophthalmologist based in Chicago, Illinois, with over 20 years of clinical practice. She earned her medical degree from MCP-Hahnemann College of Medicine and has extensive experience in the diagnosis and management of a wide range of eye conditions. Dr. Raju is affiliated with leading institutions, including Mount Sinai Hospital and the Edward Hines, Jr. Veterans Affairs Hospital, where she provides comprehensive ophthalmologic care. Her clinical expertise includes general ophthalmology, with a focus on delivering high-quality, patient-centered treatment.

Certifications / Awards / Recognitions

Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
Board Certified in Ophthalmology
Diplomat of the American Board of Ophthalmology
American Board of Ophthalmology (2024)
Yellow Belt certification in Lean System Redesign
Veterans Health Administration (2022)
Hines Leadership Development Program 1 and 2
Edward Hines Jr VA Hospital (2021)
VISN Leadership Development Program
Veterans Health Administration (2020)
Intralase FS Laser system
Intralase Corporation (2019)
VISX Excimer Laser System
VISX Corporation (2018)
C-Lasik Hansatome microkeratome
Bausch and Lomb Surgical. (2017)

Professional Experience

Institution Location Duration Position
Clinical Resource Hub TeleSpecialty Chief VISN 22 VISN 22 Sept 2023 to present TeleSpecialty Chief
Edward Hines Jr VA Hospital Hines October 2020 to Sept 2023 Section Chief Ophthalmology
Edward Hines Jr VA Hospital Hines March 2017 to September 2020 Chief Operating Officer Ophthalmology Section
Edward Hines Jr VA Hospital Hines March 2015 to present Attending Ophthalmologist
Access Community Health Network Chicago, IL Aug 2005 to Oct 2014 Director of Ophthalmology
Diamond Vision New York, NY July 2003 to Aug 2005 Associate Medical Director
Advocate Health Center Lincoln Park, IL Jan 2003 to Jun 2003 Staff Ophthalmologist
Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine Maywood, IL Associate Professor

Education & Training

Institution Location Year Program
Filatov Eye Institute New York, NY 2001-2002 Fellowship
Northwestern University Chicago, IL 1998-2001 Residency
Northwestern University Chicago, IL 1998-2001 Residency
Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke’s Medical Center Chicago, IL 1997-1998 Internship
Medical College of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA 1993-1997 Medical School
Lehigh University Bethlehem, PA 1991-1993 Bachelor of Arts

Research & Publications

Demographic and Research Characteristics of Matched International Medical Graduates (IMGs) in Ophthalmology Residency: A Bibliometric Study
Authors: Jhansi Raju et al..
Poster presentation at ARVO • 2024
Evaluating Doximity Ophthalmology Residency Metrics with Respect to Resident Cataract Surgical Exposure
Authors: Jhansi Raju et al.
Poster presentation at ARVO • 2024
Minimally Invasive Glaucoma surgery and Refractive outcomes
Authors: Suzanne Kirk MD, Alexis Stefaniak MD, Kayéromi Gomez PhD, Jhansi Raju MD, Meenakshi Chaku MD.
Poster presentation at ASCRS • 2024
Perceptions of the Ophthalmology Residency Application: A Survey of Applicants and Program Directors
Authors: Jhansi Raju et al.
Poster presentation at AUPO • 2024
The Impact of a Research Year for Matched US-MD Seniors
Authors: Jhansi Raju et al.
Podium presentation at AUPO • 2024
Enhancing Ophthalmology Resident Orientation with an Experiential Simulation Lab using Virtual Reality technology
Authors: Sarah Tajran, Anjali Ferris, Donna Quinones, Jhansi Raju MD, Roshni Vasaiwala MD.
Poster presentation at AUPO • 2024
Immersive Education Through VR
Authors: Jhansi Raju et al.
Panel Presentation at AAO • 2022
Using Virtual Reality (VR) to Optimize the Asynchronous PGY1 Curriculum
Authors: Jhansi Raju MD, Sheena Khanna MD, Sarah Griffin MD.
Poster presentation at AUPO• 2022
A Sustainably Responsible Retina Rotation: Initiating Recycling in the Eye Clinic Procedure Room
Authors: Sheena Khanna, Jhansi Raju.
Poster presentation at AUPO• 2021
Impact of Dry Eye Disease on Visual Function and Quality after Femtosecond Laser-Assisted In-Situ Keratomileusis
Authors: Hui Liu, Clayton Kirk, Ping Bu, Roshni Vasaiwala, Jhansi Raju, Charles S Bouchard, Shaozhen Zhao.
Journal of Ophthalmology & Clinical Research• 2022
Accuracy and Precision of Intraocular Injection Volume
Authors: Jhansi Raju, David Weinberg.
American Journal of Ophthalmology• 2002
Measuring Pupil Size with the Colvard Pupillometer and Marco Autorefractor System
Authors: Jhansi Raju, Fox-Rubin L, Filatov V.
ASCRS Symposium• 2002
Usefulness of Intraoperative Ultrasound Verification of Radioactive Plaque Placement for Choroidal Melanoma
Authors: Jhansi Raju, David Weinberg.
Northwestern University• 2000
Treatment of Choroidal Hemangioma Using External Beam Irradiation
Authors: Jhansi Raju, David Weinberg.
Northwestern University• 2001