Dr. Ekta Patel

Ekta Patel, MD, is a corneal specialist and cataract surgeon who helps patients see and feel their best with advanced, personalized care. She performs routine and complex cataract surgery—including dropless, IV-free options—and offers advanced technology lens implants to correct astigmatism and presbyopia. As a corneal surgeon, Dr. Patel provides corneal transplantation and bladeless LASIK/PRK for patients seeking freedom from glasses and contacts.

Dr. Patel earned her medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University, completed ophthalmology residency at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (where she served as Chief Resident), and pursued fellowship training in Cornea & External Disease at the Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute. She personally performs evaluations, surgery, and postoperative care, emphasizing clear explanations and close follow-up. Patients value her steady communication, attention to detail, and focus on safe, durable results.