Dr. Anu Desai

OphthalmologyCornea Specialist
Lafayette, LA
(337) 235-6263
Accepts Medicare

Location

155 Hospital Drive, Suite 300
Lafayette, LA 70503

Areas of Expertise

Glaucoma Surgery
Cornea And Refractive Surgery
Anterior Segment Surgery
Diabetic Eye Exams
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Contact Lens Fitting
Mibo Thermoflo Treatment
Advanced Intraocular Lenses
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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

  • Columbia University

    Cornea and Refractive Surgery

    Columbia University

    Fellowship
  • Ophthalmology

    Cook County Hospital

    Residency
  • Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans

    Doctor of Medicine

    Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans

    Medical School
  • University of Louisiana at Lafayette

    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