Krupa Patel, MD, grew up in Ohio, where she completed medical school and an ophthalmology residency. She finished her pediatric ophthalmology fellowship at Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis, Indiana. Teaching is a passion of hers, which led her to join an academic medical center such as UAB Medicine. In her spare time, Dr. Patel enjoys dancing, exploring nature, spending time with family and friends, traveling the world, and community service.