Ophthalmology

Farhan Irshad, MD, FACS

Medical Director and President, Eye Clinic of Austin

Farhan Irshad, MD, FACS, is a fellowship-trained ophthalmologist specializing in cornea, anterior segment, and refractive surgery, serving as medical director and president of the Eye Clinic of Austin in Austin, Texas. He treats a wide range of conditions including corneal pathology, glaucoma, cataracts, pterygiums, anterior segment cancers, and ocular surface disorders in both adult and pediatric patients. His signature techniques encompass laser cataract and clear lens exchange surgery with li

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Ophthalmology (American Board of Ophthalmology)

Education & Training

Medical School: University of Tennessee Health Science Center (MD, 2006)
Residency: Tulane Medical Center (Ophthalmology, 2010)
Fellowship: Tulane Medical Center (Cornea & Refractive Surgery, 2011)

Years in Practice

20+ years

Peer Recognition

ACS — Fellow (FACS)
2026
Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2026
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Retina & Vitreous

Conditions & Treatments

Intraocular Pressure ManagementCorneal DiseaseGlaucoma

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Eye Clinic of Austin
Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin
Dell Medical School
Tulane Medical Center

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Irshad treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Irshad accept Aetna insurance?

Farhan Irshad's public profile lists Aetna, Ambetter, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 5 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Irshad practice?

Farhan Irshad practices in Austin, TX with hospital affiliations including Eye Clinic of Austin, Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin, and Dell Medical School.

What does Dr. Irshad specialize in?

Farhan Irshad is a board-certified ophthalmology specialist with focus areas in Retina & Vitreous.

How long has Dr. Irshad been practicing?

Farhan Irshad has 20+ years of clinical experience in ophthalmology.

What is Dr. Irshad's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: University of Tennessee Health Science Center (MD, 2006); Residency: Tulane Medical Center (Ophthalmology, 2010); Fellowship: Tulane Medical Center (Cornea & Refractive Surgery, 2011).