Dr. Roma P. Patel M.D.
Ophthalmologist
2351 Erwin Rd Box 3802 Durham NC, 27705About
Dr. Roma Patel is an ophthalmologist practicing in Durham, NC. Dr. Patel specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Patel can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Patel can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
Education and Training
University of California 1997
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineDr. Roma P. Patel M.D.'s Practice location
HOUSTON, TX 77030Get Direction
Dr. Roma P. Patel M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Patel
Recommended Articles
- What Could a Swollen Eyelid Mean?
Your eyelid’s skin is stretchy and loose with a thickness of less than 1 mm. Your eyelids can swell if there is a buildup of fluid in the tissues that surround your eyes.In most cases, swollen eyelids are not a cause for concern and can return back to its normal shape and size after a few days....
- What Is Astigmatism?
Normally, the eye, cornea, and lens can easily focus light rays on the retina. The disease known asastigmatism is an imperfection in the curvature of the cornea, and it can produce a clear, round dome covering the iris and pupil.The cornea and lens remain smooth and are always curved equally in all...
- What is Dry Eye?
Dry eyes are a condition in which the eyes do not get enough moisture and lubrication from tears. It is the tears that provides constant moisture to the eyes, which is very important for comfort of viewing. It is a very common condition in the population, particularly in people above 40-years-old....
- What Causes Albinism?
What is albinism?Albinism is a group of genetic disorders that cause little or no production of the natural pigment called melanin. The color of your skin, hair, and eyes depend on the type and amount of melanin produced by your body. Most individuals with albinism have sun sensitivity, which makes...
- What are Gonococcal and Chlamydial Conjunctivitis?
Conjunctivitis is an infection of the eyes. It is easily contracted, but if treated in the right way, could be cured easily. There are several types of conjunctivitis, and two of them are Gonococcal and Chlamydial Conjunctivitis. These types of conjunctivitis are usually bacterial and may affect one...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Deborah Kessler Hudak M.D.8311 Bandford Way Raleigh North Carolina 27615
- Beth R. Friedland5306 NC Highway 55 Durham North Carolina 27713
- Dr. Christine Lee M.D.6104 Fayetteville Road Durham North Carolina 27713
- Dr. Lisa E Fogel M.D.2605 Blue Ridge Rd Raleigh NC 27607
- Dr. Mays Antoine El-dairi MD4101 N Roxboro St Durham NC 27704
- Dr. Neha Priyavadan Serrano MD2100 Erwin Rd Durham NC 27705