
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
When can I drive after LASIK surgery?
Usually I recommend driving within a week if vision is good READ MORE
How permanent is laser eye surgery?
Lasts a good 10-15 years READ MORE
My eyelid looks infected?
Look like a chalazion. You need to get it checked by your eye specialist and then need treatment in the form of antibiotics and then surgical removal if they don’t go away completely. READ MORE
How long do steroid eye drops stay in your system?
Long-term use of oral or topical steroids can cause increase in intraoccular pressure. READ MORE
What should I do if my baby has eye discharge?
You should get it checked by your eye doctor to see if it’s a bacterial infection and it needs to be treated READ MORE
Sudden migraine?
Usually ocular migraine needs treatment in the form of beta blockers or tryptophan . READ MORE
Eye abrasion and going back to work?
Usually eye abrasions heal well with the help of antibiotics and steroid drops. You can go to work, it’s not contagious. READ MORE
What are the best eye drops for dry eyes after Lasik?
Usually systane or refresh work well READ MORE
Does laser eye surgery cure myopia?
Yes it can READ MORE
Eye irritation?
You should get epilation for trichiasis . Never pull out eye lashes yourself . READ MORE
Issues with my right eye?
Do you have macular edema? Because that requires treatment with a retina specialist. READ MORE
Bactrim side effect?
You should get your eyes examined . You may have keratitis READ MORE
Glarely vision in right eye?
You’ll need to get the cornea checked again. Also see if you are developing a secondary film READ MORE
Closed angle glaucoma?
Yes it can be treated with glaucoma drops or LPI laser surgery READ MORE
Can presbyopia be surgically corrected?
No. It’s either myopia or Hyperopia that can be corrected surgically. However, If you have cataracts, then you could possibly go for cataract surgery and get premium intraocular lens implant that can help with presbyopia or you can try multifocal contact lenses or just progressive or bifocal glasses. READ MORE
How to manage diplopia?
If diplopia was corrected with prisms, then it’s good. You need to get your cataract checked and see if it's progressing and causing blurry vision. READ MORE
Eye floater after traveling?
You could have posterior vitreous detachment. So, get your eyes dilated to get checked for any retinal breaks, tears, holes, or detachments. READ MORE
My eyes hurt when I look to the left?
We don’t have enough data as to covid vaccine-related side effects affecting the eyes. I would wait and see how it feels in a week or two. Do warm compresses and take NSAIDs. READ MORE
What tests must be done before LASIK?
Vision, refraction, corneal topography/mapping, dilated fundus exam, etc. READ MORE
What is the best eye surgery for presbyopia?
You could go for mono vision LASIK or PRK. If you have cataract and qualify for surgery, then premium or advanced lenses are your options. READ MORE
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- AOA
- OAL
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- 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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