
Overview
Dr. Alpa S. Patel is a board-certified UCI Health ophthalmologist who specializes in cataract surgery, astigmatism, presbyopia, dry eye and other age-related vision problems.Her clinical interests also include pterygium surgery, laser surgery, diabetic exams and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery to prevent progressive vision loss. Her approach to treating dry eye is to stabilize the tear film and improve overall vision quality.Patel earned her medical degree at Loyola University Chicago’s Stritch School of Medicine in Maywood, Ill., followed by an internship at Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center. She completed a residency in ophthalmology at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, followed by a fellowship in comprehensive ophthalmology at the UCLA Stein Eye Institute.Before joining UCI Health and the Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, she was in private practice and also taught UCLA ophthalmology residents at the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System.Patel is dedicated to ensuring that her patients not only see clearly, but also enjoy a fulfilling life.
Dr. Patel is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ectropion, Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, and Glaucoma.
Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.
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Locations
850 Health Sciences Road, Irvine, CA 92617
101 The City Drive South, Building 30A, Orange, CA 92868
19210 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92612
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Patel has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Dr. Marjan Farid is board-certified UCI Health ophthalmologist who specializes in cornea, cataract and refractive surgery, and the treatment of ocular surface disorders.She performs all types of corneal transplants, including femtosecond laser-enabled lamellar keratoplasty. She also performs limbal stem cell transplants and artificial corneal transplants to treat severe ocular surface disorders.Farid earned her medical degree at UC San Diego, followed by an internship at Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego. She completed a residency in ophthalmology at the UCI School of Medicine, where she also received fellowship training in cornea and external disease under the late Dr. Roger Steinert, an international pioneer in refractive laser surgery.Her research focus is on corneal surgery and the use of the femtosecond laser in corneal transplantation. Her work has appeared in many peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Farid is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Astigmatism, Keratoconus, Hereditary Keratitis, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Farid is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alpa S. Patel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alpa S. Patel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Alpa S. Patel by calling their office at 949-824-2020. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Alpa S. Patel a top-rated expert for Ectropion?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alpa S. Patel is classified as an Advanced expert for Ectropion, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Alpa S. Patel specialize in?
While Dr. Alpa S. Patel is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Ectropion, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Cataract. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Alpa S. Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Alpa S. Patel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 949-824-2020 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- CataractDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- EctropionDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Ectropion.
- GlaucomaDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Experienced
- Allergic ConjunctivitisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Conjunctivitis.
- AmblyopiaDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- AstigmatismDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Astigmatism.
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- BlepharitisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- ChalazionDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Chalazion.

