Dr. Prajay Dhir, MD, Ophthalmology | Richmond, TX | WebMD (2024)

Dr. Prajay Dhir, MD, Ophthalmology | Richmond, TX | WebMD (1)

Ophthalmology

Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Houston Eye Associates

1601 Main St. Suite 408, Richmond, TX, 77469

(281) 341-0405
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OVERVIEW

Born in Montreal, Canada, Dr. Prajay Dhir relocated to the Houston area with his family at age six. Attending high school locally, Dr. Dhir graduated from Clear Lake High School ranked number one in his class. Among his honors during this time was placing first in the Texas State Science Fair.Knowing he wanted to pursue a career in medicine, Dr. Dhir was accepted into the Seven Year Accelerated Medical Program at Boston University. This unique program provided simultaneous acceptance to college and medical school right out of high school.While at Boston University, Dr. Dhir graduated summa cum laude with a BA in Medical Sciences and a minor in Psychology and was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa. He then continued on to Boston University School of Medicine where he obtained his Medical Degree in 2001.Returning home for a year, he completed an internship in Internal Medicine at the Baylor College of Medicine affiliated hospitals program in Houston. Dr. Dhir then returned to the East Coast for his residency in Ophthalmology at the Boston University/ Boston Medical Center. As a resident, Dr. Dhir developed a keen interest in the diagnosis and management of challenging glaucoma cases. Subsequently, he pursued a fellowship in Glaucoma at Washington University/Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri under the guidance of Dr. Michael Kass, lead author of the Ocular Hypertension Treatment Trial. During this time, Dr. Dhir participated heavily in teaching residents surgery.Beginning in high school and continuing through the course of his medical education and career, Dr. Dhir has been active in basic science research. Participating in research both at the University of Texas Medical Branch and Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, Dr. Dhir’s work brought into focus new theories on the mechanism of cataract formation.Dr. Dhir focuses on comprehensive eye care, including the latest techniques in cataract surgery as well as medical and surgical management of patients with glaucoma. He firmly believes in providing all the treatment options to the patient and forming a partnership with them to determine the best course of treatment for that individual patient.Dr. Dhir and his wife Anita, an internist, enjoy trekking across the globe and attending musical concerts. He is an accomplished black belt in Tae Kwon Do and attempts to stay in shape with a combination of running, tennis, and street hockey.Dr. Dhir sees patients at our Richmond and Sugar Land-Fluor Daniel locations.

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Dr. Dhir's Rating

4.5

Patient Perspective

5.0 Explains conditions and treatments

5.0 Takes time to answer my questions

4.5 Provides follow-up as needed

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"For me it was a perfect experience.I am 69 years old and I was afraid of been blind after the operation. No pain during the operation.No pain after the operation.Not even a headache.My vision improved immediately. Thanks Dr.Dhir for making my days brighter.He and his team are a dream team.??"

  • August 12, 2020

LOCATIONS

1601 Main St. Suite 408

Richmond, TX, 77469

Tel: (281) 341-0405

  • Accepting New Patients

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

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1447 Highway 6 Suite 110

Sugar Land, TX, 77478

Tel: (281) 565-2020

  • Accepting New Patients

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

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CONDITIONS TREATED

  • Blepharitis
  • Cataracts
  • Chalazion
  • Conjunctivitis
  • Diabetes

SPECIALTIES

  • Ophthalmology

CERTIFICATIONS & EDUCATION

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Boston University School of Medicine

Graduated 2001

Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma

Graduated 2001

Residency

Boston Medical Center, Ophthalmology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine

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FAQs

What is the difference between OD and MD Ophthalmology? ›

A General Ophthalmologist is a Medical Doctor as well, but doesn't operate or perform surgery. An optometrist is an eye doctor who has earned a Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree. This is a four-year degree in addition to their standard college degree.

Who is the CEO of American Academy of Ophthalmology? ›

Stephen D. McLeod, MD, leads the world's largest ophthalmology organization, with 30,000 members and offices in San Francisco and Washington, D.C. It is the principal source of educational materials and programs for ophthalmologists as well as the profession's voice from Washington to the World Health Organization.

What is the highest degree in ophthalmology? ›

The “highest” eye doctor—the type with the most extensive training—is an ophthalmologist, who must hold an MD degree before completing four years of additional ophthalmology schooling. Subspecialists in the field require still more education.

Is an MD better than an OD? ›

Both DOs and MDs are good doctors with professional training. A lot of their training is very similar, and both types of doctor use technology like X-rays and prescriptions. If you went to an MD and a DO, you probably wouldn't notice a lot of differences. In fact, you might not be able to tell the difference at all.

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