Asim Piracha, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist at Commonwealth Eye Surgery in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Piracha is a native of West Virginia where he graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine. He was Senior Chief Resident of Ophthalmology during his residency program at the University of Kentucky. He continued his education with a fellowship at the University of Minnesota where he specialized in cornea, refractive and anterior segment surgery.
Asim Piracha, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist at Commonwealth Eye Surgery in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Piracha is a native of West Virginia where he graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine. He was Senior Chief Resident of Ophthalmology during his residency program at the University of Kentucky. He continued his education with a fellowship at the University of Minnesota where he specialized in cornea, refractive and anterior segment surgery.
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Dr. Piracha did my right eye cataract surgery and he was great. He was very pleasant and made me feel at ease during the procedure. He was very thorough in explaining all the steps. He's doing my left eye surgery in a couple of weeks and I am confident that the procedure will go smoothly.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Everything A+
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Wish I had him. Center and experience was great!
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Was kind and professional
I appreciated that. I am a senior and some we are treated like a number. DuPont center was refreshing!! Ty!
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Very pleasant and did a fantastic job on my first eye cataract surgery. He will do my other eye next week
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Staff and surgeon were very attentive and accommodating. Very professional.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Dr. Piracha is the best!
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
Absolute best service !
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
Very fast and friendly
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
Great Dr. who took his time to explaining everything to me. The staff was so caring and compassionate and made a very scary situation easier. Best experience as far as medical care goes I’ve ever experienced! They truly care for their patients!
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
Commonwealth Eye Clinic
2353 Alexandria Dr #260 Lexington, KY 40504
Asim Piracha, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist at Commonwealth Eye Surgery in Lexington, Kentucky. He is an associate professor at the University of Kentucky Department of Ophthalmology and University of Louisville’s Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. He continues to advance his profession, and that of others, by frequently lecturing and publishing articles for ophthalmology publications.
Dr. Piracha is a native of West Virginia where he graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine and was a member of Alpha Omega Alpha, a national medical honor society. He was Senior Chief Resident of Ophthalmology during his residency program at the University of Kentucky.
Upon completion of his residency program at the University of Kentucky, he continued his education with a fellowship at the University of Minnesota where he specialized in cornea, refractive and anterior segment surgery.
Dr. Piracha is dedicated to his patients and improving their quality of life.
He spends his downtime with his wife and their two children and enjoys playing tennis.
Memberships/Certifications: University of Kentucky Department of Ophthalmology University of Louisville Department of Ophthalmology American Academy of Ophthalmology American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery Former President of the American Board of Eye Surgery Founding member of the Refractive Surgery Alliance Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure appointed by the Governor from 2011 to 2015
Dr. Piracha did my right eye cataract surgery and he was great. He was very pleasant and made me feel at ease during the procedure. He was very thorough in explaining all the steps. He's doing my left eye surgery in a couple of weeks and I am confident that the procedure will go smoothly.
Everything A+
Wish I had him. Center and experience was great!
Was kind and professional I appreciated that. I am a senior and some we are treated like a number. DuPont center was refreshing!! Ty!
Very pleasant and did a fantastic job on my first eye cataract surgery. He will do my other eye next week
Staff and surgeon were very attentive and accommodating. Very professional.
Dr. Piracha is the best!
Absolute best service !
Very fast and friendly
Great Dr. who took his time to explaining everything to me. The staff was so caring and compassionate and made a very scary situation easier. Best experience as far as medical care goes I’ve ever experienced! They truly care for their patients!