
Dr. Fatima Qureshi, MD (Pakistan), OD
Optometrist | Vision Therapy
201 Rue Iberville Suite 800 Lafayette LA, 70508About
Dr. Qureshi Is trained as an MD from overseas and is a licenced medical optometrist from Boston , MA where she graduated with clinical honors from Accelerated Doctor of Optometry program designed for foreign medical doctors and Phds. Dr.Qureshi treats medical eye conditions as well as certain surgical cases such as, glaucoma , post cataract Yags and lid procedures . She is currently seeing Pediatric , geriatric patients with private insurance as well as Medicaid and Medicare. She is currently working in ophthalmology and medical optometry private practices . She is highly trained in Urgent care eye pathologies .
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Education and Training
New England College of Optometry Doctor of Optometry
Dow Medical College MBBS/MD 1999
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Dr. Fatima Qureshi, MD (Pakistan), OD's Expert Contributions
Can I drive with myopia?
You may need glasses. READ MORE
parasitic problem
You need eye examined under slit lamp. Do you have symptoms of discharge from eyes ? Pain ? READ MORE
Swollen upper eyelid
Looks like Pre septal cellulitis . Requires treatment with oral antibiotic READ MORE
What should I avoid with eye strain?
Too much computer work for extensive period of time . Take frequent breaks , wear glasses if needed READ MORE
Can optic nerve damage be fixed?
If it’s glaucoma , you need tests and then Treatment READ MORE
Why does my eye hurt in the corner when I touch it?
It could be infection or inflammation. Yes see eye doctor READ MORE
How can I treat optic nerve pain?
Optic neuritis is inflammatory condition that requires steroid treatment READ MORE
What drops help with optic nerve pain?
Anti inflammatory READ MORE
Should I use steroid eye drops for optic neve damage?
First get checked and then treatment and tests READ MORE
Can optic nerve damage cause blurry vision?
Yes it can READ MORE
Should I wear glasses with astigmatism?
Depends on how bad astigmatism is. READ MORE
Can I drive a car with astigmatism?
Depends on how bad it it and what’s your vision. READ MORE
Muddy Sclera
Could be pinguecula from chronic sun exposure . Start wearing sunglasses READ MORE
Is a cataract serious?
Depends on staging of cataract and is it affecting quality of life READ MORE
What are the disadvantages of laser cataract surgery?
There aren’t any disadvantages. READ MORE
How do you cure astigmatism?
Glasses, contacts, refractive surgery. READ MORE
Do you need eye drops after LASIK?
Yes you need antibiotics and steroids on a tapering schedule. READ MORE
How can I stop nearsightedness from getting worse?
Glasses, contacts, or refractive surgery. READ MORE
Leg paralysis 2 days after back surgery
Please see a neurologist and get brain scans done. READ MORE
eye worm
Please get your eyes checked by a doctor. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Professional Memberships
- AOA
- OAL
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Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Qureshi
- Shauntell
I went for my yearly eye check up at the Family Eye Clinic in Lafayette in Aug. 2018. The Staff was very friendly Ms. Angela at the front desk was helpful. Mr. Dorion was very helpful and friendly when it came time to picking my eye glasses. The waiting room is a a big area. The office was Very Clean even the restrooms! The staff was very friendly and Dr . Fatima Oureshi also. I had a very nice experience for my fist visit. My Husband was also unpressed and he will be going there for his eye check-ups.
- Sherri
This is the best ever explains all and the workers are so sweet and helpful Dr.Fatima Qureshi is so sweet and takes care of you thanks for the best eye care ever
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