
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
My eyes are puffed up and feel heavy. Why?
Eye puffiness can be due to lack of sleep, dehydration, hypothyroidism etc READ MORE
What causes eye floaters?
Posterior vitreous detachment ! This makes the gel like fluid in the back of the eye become thinner out , hence floaters are seen . Patients should be educated about signs and symptoms of retinal detachment and monitored yearly with dilated fungus exams READ MORE
Why do my eyes turn bloodshot by the end of the day?
Fatigue and tiredness can cause this . Also constantly rubbing the eyes . Take frequent breaks from the computer screen at work READ MORE
What should I do for recurrent pink eye?
It could be viral which requires no treatment . Or bacterial which can be treated with antibiotic drops . It’s cinragious if viral so please don’t be around people who have a viral pink eye READ MORE
I am having a dull pain in my left eye along with a minor headache. What could this be?
There are many causes. Could be just needing prescription glasses or sinusitis or ocular hypertension. READ MORE
My mother is a blood pressure patient. Will this cause complications in her cataract surgery?
BP needs to be under control before cataract surgery, however, some surgeons will do the surgery regardless! READ MORE
Is there any supplement to improve eyesight?
Not really. However, I always educate my patients about leading a healthy lifestyle, which includes eating right, doing exercises, and basically protecting your eyes from damaging UV A and UV B rays. Do not strain your eyes for too long by working at the computer without taking a break or playing excessive video games. READ MORE
I am have hazy vision in the mornings. Could it be due to my blood pressure?
Yes. Get your BP and blood sugar levels checked. Also your blood cholesterol. READ MORE
Does LASIK surgery have any side effects in the long term?
LASIK is not a permanent fix for vision. In my practices, I have seen numerous patients coming back 10-15 years after the surgery, needing prescription glasses. Patients in their 40s will need some kind of reading Rx even after LASIK. Some side effects are dry eyes, aberrations, distortion at night time driving, halos, etc. READ MORE
I have a problem seeing in dim light. Could it be night blindness?
Retinitis pigmentosa should be ruled out READ MORE
I have been blinking too much. Is it normal?
Dry eyes is the number one cause. Could also be due to allergies. Some people do it out of nervousness or simply a tic. READ MORE
Can the UV rays make someone blind?
Prolonged staring at the sun directly can cause macular damage READ MORE
Can blood pressure medicines cause blurred vision?
Literature doesn’t indicate blurry vision to be a side effect READ MORE
Can high thyroid hormone levels also affect the eyesight of a person?
Hyperthyroidism or Graves’ disease can cause eye muscle problems, also diplopia! Hyperthyroid meds can cause side effects of dry eyes, too. READ MORE
Is there such a thing as a whole-eye transplant surgery?
No, there's no such thing. READ MORE
My refractive error in both the eyes is about 6. Can you please suggest a possible treatment?
Yes, it can be easily corrected with both glasses and contact lenses. READ MORE
My son has been having a yellowish discharge from his eyes. What could this be?
Could be an eye infection. Usually, augmentin orally works or tobtamycin or oflloxacin eye drops. Seek help from an eye doctor. READ MORE
I had corrective eye surgery, but I still can't read without glasses. Is something wrong?
Age is a big factor! If you are in your 40s-60s, you need reading glasses for presbyopia. READ MORE
Do specs with glare protection really work?
Yes they do READ MORE
Can frequent pink eye infections be harmful?
Yes 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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