Dr. Rupin Parikh

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Rupin Parikh is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. He completed his Doctor of Medicine at Albany Medical College in 2018, followed by an internship at Columbia-Bassett Medical Center in 2019. He completed his residency in Ophthalmology at the University of Oklahoma in 2023 and is currently a fellow in Oculofacial Plastic Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Iowa until 2025. Dr. Parikh specializes in oculofacial plastic reconstructive surgery and has a keen interest in orbital disease, eyelid and lacrimal surgery, as well as enhancing surgical education. He is actively involved in several professional organizations including the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. His numerous awards include the University of Iowa Fellow Teaching Award and recognition as an ASOPRS Foundation Fellowship Travel Grant recipient. Dr. Parikh is dedicated to advancing the field of oculoplastic surgery through mentorship and innovation, and his expertise include various treatments in ocular and facial reconstruction.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2023-01-01 — Present

Columbia University Irving Medical Center • New York, NY

Teaches and mentors residents in Ophthalmology, focusing on oculofacial plastic reconstructive surgical techniques and patient care.

Awards

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University of Iowa Fellow Teaching Award

2024-01-01
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ASOPRS Foundation Fellowship Travel Grant

2024-01-01

Requirements for Columbia University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or international equivalent
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Specialization Notes

Department of Anthropology (GSAS)