Dr. Nina Li


Dr. Nina Li, FFAO

Dr. Li is a licensed, residency trained Therapeutic Optometrist. She is a native Texan who graduated from The University of Texas in Austin with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology. She then received her Doctorate in Optometry with honors from the University of Houston College of Optometry, where she was also recognized with a Clinical Excellence Award.

Following graduation, Dr Li completed a residency in ocular disease at the Cincinnati VA. After this training, Dr. Li joined the University of Cincinnati Department of Ophthalmology, where she became the first optometrist at the program. She was awarded “Top 1% for Patient Experience” for several years, an honor given to clinicians who reach the 99th percentile nationally in patient experience. She also worked at the Cincinnati Eye Institute, where she co-managed patients in neuro-ophthalmology and cornea specialty clinics. Dr. Li is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and a Board Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Optometry. After 6 fulfilling years in Cincinnati, Dr. Li is excited to be back in her home state and serve the people of Austin!

Outside the office, Dr. Li enjoys traveling with her fiancé, staying active, exploring new restaurants, learning new languages, and watching football. She also speaks Mandarin and Shanghainese."