Ophthalmology
Vivek Patel, M.D.
Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology (Neuro-Ophthalmology, Adult Strabismus), Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences, UC Irvine School of Medicine; Chief, Neuro-Ophthalmology Services and Adult Strabismus, UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute
Vivek R. Patel, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in neuro-ophthalmology and adult strabismus at UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute in Irvine, California. As Chief of Neuro-ophthalmology Services, he manages a broad spectrum of visual pathway disorders, including optic neuropathies, papilledema, neuromyelitis optica, double vision, thyroid-related eye disease, neuro-oncology, pituitary disease, idiopathic intracranial hypertension, and demyelinating disorders. He performs
19+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology (American Board of Ophthalmology)
- Ophthalmology (Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada)
Education & Training
- University of Saskatchewan / College of Medicine — M.D., 2001
- University of Saskatchewan — B.S., Anatomy/Physiology, 1996
- Doheny Eye Institute, University of Southern California — Fellowship, Neuro-Ophthalmology, 2007
- McGill University Health Centre / McGill University School of Medicine — Residency, Ophthalmology, 2006
Recognition & Leadership
Leadership Roles
- Chief, Neuro-Ophthalmology Services and Adult Strabismus, UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- UCI Health
- UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute
Languages
English, French, Gujarati
Experience
19+ years in practice