
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
Which medicine can I use for eye infection?
Depends on type of eye infection READ MORE
Can an eye infection go away on its own?
Usually viral infections go away on their own , but they still require symptomatic Tx. Bacterial , fungal infections etc. need treatment READ MORE
Can I use antibiotic eye drops for a eye infection?
Yes only after consulting with your eye specialist READ MORE
How long is the recovery after laser surgery?
Usually a few months . READ MORE
Can you fix eye infection?
Yes with antibiotics READ MORE
How long do I have to wear glasses after LASIK?
Depends on the original Rx. Also, on your age and need reading glasses or no glasses. READ MORE
My eye is red and swollen?
It could be preseptal cellulitis. READ MORE
What antibiotic eye drops are best for conjunctivitis?
Depends on the type of conjunctivitis. READ MORE
Can wearing contacts everyday damage your eyes?
No. If you wear them correctly and don’t sleep in them. READ MORE
I have an issue?
Chalazion requires antibiotic Tx and later surgery if it doesn’t resolve completely. READ MORE
What is the best surgery for glaucoma?
Depends on the type of glaucoma. READ MORE
Eye problem affecting my daughter?
Looks like a chalazion. She’ll need antibiotics, warm compresses, and then surgical removal of it doesn’t go away completely. READ MORE
Eye swelling?
Sounds like allergic condition with contact dermatitis . However , without examination it’s difficult to diagnose . Could be chalazion too READ MORE
Blurry vision?
Get checked for glasses , Retinitis pigmentosa. There are glasses made specially for contrast sensitivity issues READ MORE
I have a dark spot on the red fleshy part of the eye (conjunctiva i think its called?) is this something to worry about?
Looks like a pinguecula with inflammation READ MORE
My eye is swollen after I blew my nose?
Looks like preseptal cellulitis . Requires antibiotic READ MORE
A drop of raw chicken juice in my eye?
Maybe infection , needs antibiotic READ MORE
What causes difficulty seeing at night?
Retinitis pigmentosa needs to be ruled out . And get eyes checked for glasses READ MORE
Does LASIK cure night blindness?
No . READ MORE
Will I need reading glasses after LASIK?
Maybe yes . Depends on your age 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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