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Buffalo Ophthalmology

Deepan Selvadurai, M.D.

Buffalo Glaucoma Specialist and Cataract Surgeon

Dr. Deepan Selvadurai is a fellowship-trained and board-certified cataract and glaucoma specialist. Known for adopting advanced technologies and treatment methods early, he specializes in the management of complex cases and prioritizes patient education throughout the care journey.

Education & Experience
  • Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and Immunology – McGill University

  • Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) – Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (Dean’s Award)

  • Internship – Northwestern University

  • Residency (Chief Resident) – The Mayo Clinic

  • Fellowship – The University of Toronto

Accomplishments
  • Among the first in the U.S. to perform minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) with the OMNI® Surgical System.

  • One of the first to perform dropless cataract surgery, reducing post-op medication use for patients.

  • Known for a personalized, informative approach that ensures patients fully understand their procedures and feel confident in their care.

  • Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Professional Memberships
  • Member – American Academy of Ophthalmology

  • Member – American Glaucoma Society

  • Former President & Current Member – Buffalo Ophthalmology Society

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Community Involvement & Interests

Dr. Selvadurai is committed to global and local eye care outreach. He has delivered laser treatments for glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy in St. Vincent and the Grenadines and worked with the ORBIS Flying Eye Hospital in Nigeria and Kenya. Locally, he supports organizations that provide vision care to underserved populations and sponsors various community and youth groups.

He is fluent in French, Spanish, and Tamil, and enjoys cycling and spending time with his family.

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In The News

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New 15-minute Surgery Eases Glaucoma, Helps Return WNY Man To 20/20 Vision

Bill Westin underwent conventional surgery five years ago to address an infection and glaucoma in his left eye and save whatever vision possible. He lost some beforehand, which helps explain why he became so concerned in recent years as a cataract and glaucoma slowly robbed him of sight in his dominant right eye.

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Donated Sight-saving Surgery Underlines The Importance Of Eye Care

As if a raging pandemic wasn’t bad enough, Douglas Spetz’s eyesight almost failed in the spring of 2020 – and that was in his good eye. The retired furniture maker already had lost sight in his right eye after an accident when he was 3.

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Western NY Ophthalmologist Discusses Testing, Treatment For Glaucoma

Dr. Deepan Selvadurai of Buffalo Ophthalmology Southtowns says it’s a condition that affects more than 3 million people in the United States. He says the condition is caused by elevated pressure within a person's eye, which can cause damage to their vision.

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Dr. Deepan Selvadurai Joined Senior Radio Host Linda Pellegrino To Discuss Cataracts

Our own Dr. Selvadurai sat down with the host of Aging Gracefully, Linda Pellegrino, to discuss cataracts, Medicare coverage for cataract surgery and the potential benefits of restoring vision for healthy aging.

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Drs. Deepan and Ausra Selvadurai Team Up At Buffalo Ophthalmology

Drs. Deepan and Ausra Selvadurai bring extensive experience and a shared commitment to patient-centered care to Buffalo Ophthalmology. Watch the video to learn more about their backgrounds, how they work together, and their approach to providing advanced eye care for patients across Western New York.

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Omni Surgical System Data From Five Sites Published

A multicenter study featuring research from five clinical sites examined outcomes with the OMNI® Surgical System in patients with glaucoma. Buffalo Ophthalmology’s Dr. Deepan Selvadurai participated as an investigator, contributing to research that continues to inform how minimally invasive glaucoma procedures may be used in appropriate patients.