Dr. Amritha Sundaresan

OphthalmologyComprehensive Ophthalmologist
Falls Church, VA

Areas of Expertise

Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Routine Cataract Evaluation and Care
Glaucoma Management
Diabetic Eye Disease
Management of Age-Related Eye Disease
General Medical and Surgical Eye Care

About Me

Dr. Amritha Sundaresan is a comprehensive ophthalmologist and cataract surgeon who cares for adults of all ages in Falls Church, Virginia. She evaluates and treats patients with routine and complex cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, age-related macular degeneration and many other common eye conditions. Dr. Sundaresan completed the highly competitive combined Rice University and Baylor College of Medicine eight-year medical program, graduating summa cum laude from Rice and earning her medical degree from Baylor. She then completed her ophthalmology residency at Washington University School of Medicine at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, where she was recognized as one of the strongest surgeons in her program. In addition to her clinical work, she has authored scientific articles and presented research at national and international ophthalmology meetings. Dr. Sundaresan enjoys working closely with each patient to explain findings, answer questions and build a treatment plan tailored to their goals. She is proficient in Spanish and conversational in Telugu, which helps her connect with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Training

  • Ophthalmology

    Washington University School of Medicine, Barnes-Jewish Hospital

    Residency
  • Baylor College of Medicine

    M.D

    Baylor College of Medicine

    Medical School
  • Rice University

    B.A

    Rice University

    Undergraduate

Awards & Honors

  • Rice University Service Award

    Rice University

  • Outstanding Senior Award

    Rice University

  • U.S. President’s Volunteer Service Award

  • Women of Excellence Award

    Baylor College of Medicine

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
MO, VA
License Numbers
2020016513, 10128117

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