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Areas of Expertise
About Me
Dr. Anu Gupta Desai is a board-certified ophthalmologist with fellowship training in cornea and refractive surgery. She specializes in anterior segment eye conditions, offering laser cataract surgery with advanced technology intraocular lenses and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery. Dr. Desai has developed a robust dry eye program, the first of its kind in Acadiana, to address chronic dry eye disease with innovative treatments like Mibo Thermoflo.
Since founding Desai Eye Care in 2016, she has focused on providing personalized, compassionate care that integrates the latest medical advancements. Her patient-first approach ensures tailored treatment plans for each individual, whether managing diabetic eye exams, fitting glasses and contacts, or performing state-of-the-art surgical procedures. Dr. Desai is committed to improving vision and enhancing quality of life for her patients.
Born and raised in Lafayette, Louisiana, Dr. Desai is dedicated to serving her home community. With over ten years of experience, she welcomes new and established patients, offering comprehensive eye care from routine exams to complex surgical interventions.
Training

Cornea and Refractive Surgery
Columbia University
FellowshipOphthalmology
Cook County Hospital
Residency
Doctor of Medicine
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans
Medical School
Bachelor of Science
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Undergraduate
Awards & Honors
Outstanding Graduate of the College of Sciences
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Luis Perez Ophthalmology Award
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- IL
- License Numbers
- 036.123836


