
Dr. Haumith Khan-Farooqi, MD
Refractive Surgeon
5011 Burnet Rd., Austin, TX 78756
At a glance
4.83 stars (6 reviews)
97% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 36 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Works at Eye Physicians of Austin
Speaks English
4.83
6 reviews
Bedside manner
4.8
Wait time
4.0
Recent reviews
Took almost 2 hrs, but I saw 3 friends in the waiting room. Techs were superb, and you have made a splendid hire in Dr. Khan-Farooqi!
More than 1 year agoKN
I always feel as though everyone is looking out for my well being- Lots of caring I feel like more than a number!
More than 1 year agoWT
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Cataract
Glaucoma
Glaucoma surgery
Cataract surgery with lens implant
Secondary membranaous cataract surgery
Cataract
Glaucoma
Glaucoma surgery
Cataract surgery with lens implant
More about Dr. Haumith Khan-Farooqi, MD
Dr. Khan-Farooqi recently arrived in Austin from the Harvard Medical School Department of Ophthalmology/Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, where he completed a Clinical Fellowship in Cornea and Refractive Surgery in June 2015. While at Harvard/MEEI, Dr. Khan-Farooqi frequently staffed the HMS/MEEI Emergency Ward, a regional hub for eye disease in the Northeast, where he treated a spectrum of eye disease from conjunctivitis to traumatic rupture of the eye, and served as a consultant to many of the local area hospitals. Due to his recent completion of fellowship, he is up-to-date on the most recent advancements associated with his areas of expertise.
Areas of expertise:
Routine eye exams
Urgent eye care ("red eyes," eye infections, corneal ulceration, contact lens-related issues, blurry vision, loss of vision)
Refractive surgery (LASIK, LASEK, PRK, ICL)
Corneal surgery/transplantation (Penetrating keratoplasty, partial thickness corneal transplantation [DSAEK, DMEK], keratoprosthesis)
Keratoconus (Contact lenses, PROSE referrals, INTACS, acute hydrops)
Ocular surface injury (thermal and chemical injuries, abrasions, lacerations)
Advanced Dry Eye Syndrome (Sjogrens syndrome,Graft-versus-host disease) and treatments (punctal plugs, autologous serum tears)
Ocular surface lesions (pterygium, pingueculum, CIN, melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma)
Cataract surgery
Premium cataract surgery
Complex cataract surgery
Eyelid disorders (Dermatochalasis, Chalazion, Styes, Ptosis)
Botox injections (blepharospasms, cosmetic)
Glaucoma screenings
Mild to moderate Glaucoma
There is a dedicated optical shop and Contact Lens Specialist on site.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Saint Louis University
Tulane University, Residency in Ophthalmology
Tulane University (Internship)
Harvard University, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Fellowship in Clinical Cornea and Refractive Surgery
Practice
Eye Physicians of Austin
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1427361351
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5.0034 reviews
5.5 mi4314 W Braker Ln, Ste 215, Austin, TX, 78759
Next available: Apr 24
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Next available: Apr 24
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.83
Wait time
4.00
Bedside manner
4.83
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6 reviews
Most relevant
I always feel as though everyone is looking out for my well being- Lots of caring I feel like more than a number!
More than 1 year agoWT
Very thorough and personable--gave me info I hadn't heard before that will help solve an eye issue.
February 5, 2016Ronald S.Verified patient
Took almost 2 hrs, but I saw 3 friends in the waiting room. Techs were superb, and you have made a splendid hire in Dr. Khan-Farooqi!
More than 1 year agoKN
More than 1 year agoGS
October 23, 2015Initials hidden
More than 1 year agoBK
What practice does Dr. Haumith Khan-Farooqi work with?
Dr. Haumith Khan-Farooqi works with Eye Physicians of Austin.
Where is Dr. Haumith Khan-Farooqi's office located?
Dr. Haumith Khan-Farooqi's office is located at 5011 Burnet Rd., Austin, TX 78756.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Haumith Khan-Farooqi?
Dr. Haumith Khan-Farooqi frequently sees patients for Botox Treatment, Contact Lenses, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, and Refractive Surgery Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Haumith Khan-Farooqi on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Haumith Khan-Farooqi speak?
Dr. Haumith Khan-Farooqi speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Haumith Khan-Farooqi in reviews?
6 patients have reviewed Dr. Haumith Khan-Farooqi. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.83/5. They have a 4.83/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.