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Dr. Fatima Qureshi, O.D.

Optometrist

Dr. Fatima Qureshi is an optometrist practicing in Lafayette, LA. Dr. Qureshi specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Qureshi performs eye exams, tests vision, corrects vision by prescribing eye glasses or contacts, detects certain eye disorders and manages and treats vision problems. Optometrists often work closely with ophthalmologists who may need to further treat patients with surgical procedures.
Dr. Fatima Qureshi, O.D.
Specializes in:
  • Eye Exam
  • Lafayette, LA
  • New England College of Optometry
  • Accepting new patients

Do I need sunglasses after LASIK?

Sunglasses are good regardless of LASIK . Sunglasses with UV A and UV B rays are important for protecting our eyes . LASIK Def causes more eye sensitivity to sun rays so yes you READ MORE
Sunglasses are good regardless of LASIK . Sunglasses with UV A and UV B rays are important for protecting our eyes . LASIK Def causes more eye sensitivity to sun rays so yes you will most likely need them .

What is a home remedy for red eyes?

Please get help from a doctor for red eyes

Big drop in nearsightedness prescription at age 60...

As you go into 50, 60s , you need more plus power for reading and therefore this could be the reason. .

How can I choose the right reading glasses?

Depends on age . Ask your doctor

What are the treatment options for eye infection?

Antibiotic drops and steroid drops

Do I need glasses for mild myopia?

Depends how how much it is affecting your eyes

What exercises can I do to improve myopia?

None scientifically proven to decrease the progression of myopia .

What are the exercises to improve eye vision?

Not anything for myopia / nearsightedness . There are exercises for convergence and divergence problems .

What is bad about Lasik surgery?

It can cause abberarions and halos around car headlights and street lights at night . Dry eyes is also a side effect.

Is cataract surgery serious?

Our patient surgery and you are awake with just numbing of eyes .

What type of glasses is best for astigmatism?

Lenses with astigmatism correction