New York City, New York Dec 3, 2021 (Issuewire.com) - Dr. Mehta is a glaucoma fellowship-trained ophthalmologist specializing in the latest breakthroughs in glaucoma management and surgical techniques. She is affiliated with SightMD, seeing patients in New York City, New York.
The mission of SightMD is to provide an unparalleled care experience for patients with 7-days-a-week access to world-class quality eye care in the convenience of their local neighborhoods, delivered by a dedicated, caring, and talented healthcare team. They utilize the latest, state-of-the-art technology to deliver life-changing results on par with the care that patients would receive at the top academic institutions in the country.
Throughout her academic career, Dr. Mehta earned her undergraduate degree from Northeastern University in Boston, where she graduated with honors. She then went on to earn her medical degree from New York Medical College and complete ophthalmology training at Bronx-Lebanon Hospital, where she served as Chief Resident. After completing her residency training, she embarked on a fellowship in glaucoma at the prestigious Illinois Eye & Ear Infirmary at the University of Illinois in Chicago, where she earned the coveted ‘Fellow of the Year’ award.
Remaining up to date in her field, she is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery, and the American Medical Association.
In her professional experience, Dr. Mehta was elected onto the Board of New York State Ophthalmological Society, as well as appointed to the American Glaucoma Society Committee on Patient Engagement. Additionally, she teaches the next generation of residents at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary.
Active in glaucoma research, she has co-authored numerous articles in national and international medical journals. Recently, she was the recipient of the Super Doctors Rising Star Award.
Ophthalmology is a branch of medicine and surgery, which deals with the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders. Ophthalmologists are experts in the diseases, functions, and anatomy of the eye. Ophthalmologists are also surgeons. They repair traumatic injuries to the eye and may perform cataract, glaucoma, and corneal surgery.
Outside of ophthalmology Dr. Mehta enjoys spending time with her family, and is an avid runner, having run in numerous New York City and Chicago Marathons.
Learn More about Dr. Amy Mehta:
Through her findatopdoc profile, https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/81247262-Amy-Mehta-Ophthalmologist or through SightMD, https://www.sightmd.com/ophthalmologists-long-island/amy-mehta-md/
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