Dr. Dilru Amarasekera

Dr. Dilru Cheryl Amarasekera is an ophthalmologist specializing in glaucoma at Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia. She serves as a Clinical Instructor in Ophthalmology at Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University, where she integrates clinical care with teaching and research. Dr. Amarasekera's expertise encompasses the diagnosis and management of various glaucoma types, including primary open-angle, angle-closure, and neovascular glaucoma, and she is proficient in both medical therapies and surgical interventions such as trabeculectomy and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery.

Her research focuses on identifying risk factors for glaucoma progression, particularly in patients with sickle cell disease, and on improving surgical outcomes through data harmonization. This evidence-based approach ensures that her patients receive personalized and up-to-date treatments. Dr. Amarasekera has been recognized with awards including the American Glaucoma Society Mentoring Award and the Shipman Resident Research Award, reflecting her dedication to advancing eye care. She is committed to providing compassionate and comprehensive vision care to help patients maintain their ocular health.