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Assistant Professor; Residency Program Director; Max and Lorayne Cooper Professor of Ophthalmology Residency Training

Areas of Interest
pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus

Krupa Patel, MD, grew up in Ohio, where she completed medical school and an ophthalmology residency. She finished her pediatric ophthalmology fellowship at Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis, Indiana. Teaching is a passion of hers, which led her to join an academic medical center such as UAB Medicine. In her spare time, Dr. Patel enjoys dancing, exploring nature, spending time with family and friends, traveling the world, and community service.

Education & Training

Medical School
Northeast Ohio Medical University

Internship
Summa Health System

Residency in Ophthalmology
Summa Health System

Fellowship
Riley Hospital for Children

Contact Information

Locations
UAB Callahan Eye Hospital, Suite 410
UAB Callahan Eye – Cahaba River
UAB Callahan Eye – Children’s South
UAB Callahan Eye – Gardendale

Appointment Phone
(844) UAB-EYES

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