Nicolas Yannuzzi MD

Nicolas Yannuzzi, M.D., is a retina specialist and vitreoretinal surgeon at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, part of the University of Miami. He provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for diseases of the retina and vitreous, with expertise in complex retinal conditions and sight-threatening emergencies. Dr. Yannuzzi completed his ophthalmology residency at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, where he also served as chief resident, and went on to complete advanced fellowship training in vitreoretinal surgery at the same institution. In addition to his clinical practice, he has held clinical leadership responsibilities as co-director of ocular trauma, reflecting a commitment to coordinated, high-acuity eye care. He earned a B.A. from Harvard College, graduating cum laude with high honors in biochemical sciences. Dr. Yannuzzi is actively involved in academic ophthalmology and has authored peer-reviewed publications in retina, including work related to retinal detachment outcomes, endophthalmitis outcomes, and vitreoretinal training. He also serves as an Assistant Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology at the University of Miami, contributing to education and the advancement of vitreoretinal care.