

Ophthalmology
Surendra Basti, MD
Professor, Ophthalmology; Vice Chair of Clinical Innovation, Department of Ophthalmology; Director of Cataract Service, Department of Ophthalmology
Surendra Basti, MD, is a distinguished ophthalmologist specializing in cornea, cataract, and refractive surgery at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, IL. With over 35 years of experience, he serves as Professor of Ophthalmology, Vice Chair of Clinical Innovation, and Director of Cataract Service in the Department of Ophthalmology. Dr. Basti treats a wide range of conditions including corneal diseases, ulcers and infections, keratoconus, dry eye, diabetic retinopathy,
35+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology (American Board of Ophthalmology)
Education & Training
- Kasturba Medical College Mangalore, Manipal University — M.D., 1987
- McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University / Northwestern Memorial Hospital — Residency, Ophthalmology, 2000-2003
- Baylor College of Medicine — Fellowship, Cornea & Refractive Surgery, 2003-2004
- Ascension Illinois/St. Francis Hospital — Internship, 1999-2000
Peer Recognition
- Best Doctors in America — Best Doctor
2007-2024 (18 years)
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2017-2026 (10 years)
2021-2022, 2024-2025 (4 years)
2023
2021
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Northwestern Memorial Hospital
- Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
- Northwestern Medicine Nephrology and Hypertension Program
Languages
Hindi, Konkani, English
Experience
35+ years in practice