Dr. Nicholas Butler

Associate Professor

Build a Statement of Purpose

Generate a tailored SOP for Dr. Nicholas Butler. Improve your application with a focused, well-structured draft.

Biography

Dr. Nicholas J. Butler is an Associate Professor at Boston University’s Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, specializing in Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences. He graduated with an MD from McGill University and holds a BA from Amherst College. Dr. Butler has made significant contributions to the field through his research, focusing on topics such as Glucocorticoids, Macular Edema, and Uveitis, which are crucial in understanding eye diseases and visual acuity. His teaching and surgical skills have earned him multiple accolades, including the Outstanding Surgical Instructor award at his institution and the prestigious Achievement Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Butler is actively involved in advancing ophthalmic care at the Veterans Affairs Boston Healthcare System, where he has implemented high-reliability organization principles to enhance patient safety and care quality. He is also engaged in various clinical and translational research projects aimed at improving patient outcomes in ophthalmology.

Research Interests

Awards

#

Good Catch Award

#

Outstanding Surgical Instructor

#

Achievement Award

#

Barsamian Award

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

Department of Law offers JD, LLM, and Master's in Study of Tax Law.