Dr. Sunil Bellur is a fellowship-trained ophthalmologist at Washington Eye Institute, specializing in medical retina and uveitis. His expertise encompasses diagnosing and treating complex conditions such as diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal vascular diseases, and various infectious and inflammatory ocular disorders.
Dr. Bellur’s medical journey began at the University of Texas Houston Medical School, where his academic excellence earned him election to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. His induction into The Gold Humanism Honor Society recognized his compassionate approach to patient care. Furthering his medical education, Dr. Bellur completed his residency at George Washington University, where he was appointed Chief Resident and honored with the Zimmerman Award for excellence in patient and surgical care.
His pursuit of specialized knowledge led him to the National Eye Institute at the NIH in Bethesda, where he completed a combined Medical Retina and Uveitis fellowship. This prestigious training equipped him with unparalleled expertise in his fields.
Dr. Bellur is deeply committed to advancing ophthalmology. His research interests focus on enhancing patient care through innovative ophthalmic imaging techniques and developing local and systemic immunosuppression therapies. His numerous peer-reviewed publications reflect his contributions to the field. He also serves as a reviewer for the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s Basic and Clinical Science Course.
Outside the office, Dr. Bellur is an avid photographer and culinary enthusiast who enjoys hiking and is passionate about traveling. Always keen to explore new culinary experiences, he welcomes restaurant recommendations from colleagues and patients.
