Dr. Tejus Pradeep, MD
Oculofacial Plastic Surgery

Tejus
Pradeep, MD

Oculofacial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the eyelids, orbits, tear ducts, and face. Fellowship-trained at the nation's #1 ranked eye institute.

Board Certified ASOPRS Fellow 50+ Publications
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Dedicated to Precision,
Committed to Care

Dr. Tejus Pradeep is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained oculofacial plastic surgeon specializing in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the eyelids, orbits, tear duct system, and face. He combines meticulous surgical technique with a compassionate, patient-centered approach to deliver outstanding outcomes.

A prolific researcher with over 50 peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Pradeep is committed to advancing the field through evidence-based innovation. He is available to see patients at Eye Surgical Associates in Lincoln, Nebraska beginning September 2026.

2024 – 2026

Oculofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery — ASOPRS Fellowship

Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Miami, FL — #1 Eye Hospital in the U.S.

2021 – 2024

Ophthalmology Residency

University of Pennsylvania, Scheie Eye Institute

2020 – 2021

Transitional Intern Year

Tower Health / Reading Hospital, Reading, PA

2016 – 2020

Doctor of Medicine

Johns Hopkins University, School of Medicine

Licensed — Florida
Licensed — Nebraska

Honors & Awards

2025 Fellow of the Year Award — Bascom Palmer Eye Institute
2024 Excellence in Medical Student Teaching Award — Scheie Eye Institute, University of Pennsylvania
2023 Bernard Schwartz Memorial Award — Best Abstract, American Glaucoma Society Meeting
2015 Phi Beta Kappa — Inducted as Junior, Rutgers University (top 2.5%)
2010 – 2012 National Debate Champion — Tournament Champion at Harvard, Yale, Princeton (×2), and more. National Champion in Supplemental Debate (1st of 560).
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Penn Medicine Johns Hopkins Medicine Oculofacial Society

Advancing the Art and Science of Oculofacial Surgery

50+
Peer-Reviewed Publications
17
Conference Presentations
1
Book Chapter
1

Blepharoptosis as a Modifiable Risk Factor for Falls and Fractures in Adults: A Large-Scale Retrospective Study

Davila N, Pradeep T, Saffari PS, et al.

Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg · 2025
2

Periorbital Changes Following GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Use: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Saffari PS, Davila N, Pradeep T, et al.

Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg · 2025
3

The Epidemiology of Sports-Related Orbital Fractures in the United States

Bineshfar N, Shields C, Davila N, ... Pradeep T, et al.

Ophthalmology · 2025
4

Trauma-Related Eye Removal Is Associated with Increased Psychiatric Morbidity

Davila N, Shields C, Pradeep T, et al.

Br J Ophthalmol · 2026
5

Trends and Outcomes of Endoscopic vs External Dacryocystorhinostomy: 20-year Analysis

Davila N, McLaughlin SA, Pradeep T, et al.

Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg · 2026
6

Incidence and Risk Factors for Sympathetic Ophthalmia Following Open Globe Injuries

Bineshfar N, Davila N, Shields C, ... Pradeep T, et al.

Am J Ophthalmol · 2026
7

Evaluating Large Language Models in Answering Patient Questions About Eye Removal

Bineshfar N, Shields C, Davila N, ... Pradeep T, et al.

Orbit · 2026
8

Anticoagulation for Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery: An American Glaucoma Society Survey

Pradeep T, Schwartz T, Sankar PS, et al.

J Glaucoma · 2025
9

Observational Characterization of the Retreatment Course of Patients With Thyroid Eye Disease

Chen Y, Linaburg T, Wang S, ... Pradeep T, et al.

J Neuroophthalmol · 2025
10

Scleral Perforation by Titanium Orbital Mesh Implant: Case Report and Literature Review

Davila N, Sonik NR, Pradeep T, et al.

Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg · 2025
11

Risk Factors for Eye and Orbital Injuries Related to Electric Scooters and Off-Road Vehicles

McLaughlin SA, Davila N, Bineshfar N, Pradeep T.

Semin Ophthalmol · 2024
12

Oculoplastic Operative Considerations for Kabuki Syndrome: A Case Report

Panneerselvam S, Marks VA, Pradeep T, Johnson TE.

Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg · 2024
13

Comparison of Ophthalmic Surgery Rates in Teprotumumab-Treated vs Untreated TED Patients

Linaburg TJ, Pradeep T, Rinelli B, et al.

Arq Bras Oftalmol · 2025
14

Real-World Experience with Teprotumumab in Patients with Dysthyroid Optic Neuropathy

Tamhankar MA, Pradeep T, Chen Y, Briceno CA.

J Neuroophthalmol · 2023
15

Utility of Diffusion-Weighted Imaging to Differentiate Benign and Malignant Solid Orbital Tumors

Pradeep T, Ravipati A, Melachuri S, et al.

Can J Ophthalmol · 2023
16

Surgical Management of Overgrowth Syndrome with Bilateral Vision-Threatening Ptosis

Linaburg TJ, Lahaie-Luna G, Pradeep T, et al.

Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg · 2024
17

Association of PPI/H2 Blocker Use and Ocular Toxoplasmosis: Large US Database

Conrady CD, Pradeep T, Yu Y, et al.

Ophthalmol Retina · 2023
18

Analysis of Lacrimal Stents and Balloon Catheters Complications: 10-Year FDA MAUDE Review

Alkhawaldeh IM, Ghazou A, ... Pradeep T, et al.

Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg · 2026
19

Nonmydriatic Ultra-Widefield Fundus Photography for Screening of Sickle Cell Retinopathy

Ahmed I, Pradeep T, Goldberg MF, et al.

Am J Ophthalmol · 2021
20

Automated Delineation of Orbital Abscess on CT Using Deep Learning

Fu R, Leader JK, Pradeep T, et al.

Med Phys · 2021
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Comprehensive Oculofacial Care

Dr. Pradeep offers a wide spectrum of aesthetic and reconstructive procedures spanning the eyelids, orbits, tear duct system, and face — combining surgical expertise with an artistic eye for natural-looking results.

Eyelid — Cosmetic & Aesthetic

Upper Blepharoplasty (Excess Eyelid Skin)
Lower Blepharoplasty (Under-Eye Bags)
Droopy Eyebrows & Brow Lift Surgery
Botulinum Toxin & Facial Fillers
Skin Rejuvenation & Resurfacing

Eyelid — Reconstructive

Droopy Eyelids (Ptosis Repair)
Turned-In Eyelid (Entropion)
Turned-Out Eyelid (Ectropion)
Eyelid Skin Cancer & Reconstruction
Eyelid Spasms
Styes & Chalazia (Eyelid Lumps)
Eye Effects of Facial Paralysis

Tear Duct & Lacrimal System

Adult Tearing
Blocked Tear Ducts — Adults (DCR)
Blocked Tear Ducts — Kids (Probing/Tubes)

Orbital & Ocular

Orbital Fractures (Eye Socket Fractures)
Orbital Tumors (Eye Socket Tumors)
Thyroid Eye Disease
Surgical Eye Removal (Enucleation & Evisceration)

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Practice Location

Eye Surgical Associates
Lincoln, Nebraska

Now Accepting Patients — Dr. Pradeep will be available for consultations at Eye Surgical Associates in Lincoln, Nebraska beginning September 2026.