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About Me
Dr. Anita Agarwal is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in retinal and vitreous diseases, with certification from the American Board of Ophthalmology since 1999 and recertification in 2009. She earned her medical degree from Kasturba Medical College in India and completed advanced training in surgical and medical retina at institutions such as West Virginia University and Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
Her expertise includes managing complex retinal conditions, and she has been recognized with awards like the J. Donald M. Gass Medal for excellence in macular diseases and the OPTIC (UK) Medal. Dr. Agarwal is an active member of professional societies including the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the Macula Society, and the Retina Society, contributing to advancements in retinal care through research and education.
She has delivered invited lectures on topics such as macular dystrophies and ocular parasitosis, and her research on age-related macular degeneration has been widely cited. Dr. Agarwal practices at West Coast Retina, providing comprehensive care for patients with vitreoretinal disorders.
Training
MBBS (Eqvt. MD)
1986Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore University
Medical SchoolHouse Surgeon in Ophthalmology
1985General Hospital, Sector 16, Chandigarh
Residency
Awards & Honors
OPTIC (UK) Medal
2015Royal College of Ophthalmology
J. Donald M. Gass Medal
2014Macula Society
Achievement Award
2010American Academy of Ophthalmology
Publications & Press
Complement factor H variant increases the risk of age-related macular degeneration
Science•2005
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- CA, TN
- License Numbers
- C143103, MD29499


