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Dr. Anu Desai, MD

Ophthalmology*
Map Pin Small Lafayette, LA
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18 years of experience

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Dr. Anu Desai, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Lafayette, LA. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 18 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine and is affiliated with Lafayette Surgical Specialty Hospital, Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center and Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center.

Dr. Desai works at Practice in Lafayette, LA. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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    Acadian Optical Boutique
    155 Hospital Dr Ste 300, Lafayette, LA 70503 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 235-6263

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  • Lafayette Surgical Specialty Hospital
  • Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center
  • Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center

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    Specialties*
    • Ophthalmology

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    • 18 years of experience
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    Education & Certifications

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    • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine
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    • Ophthalmology
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