Dr. Guru Pattar
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About Dr. Pattar
Dr. Pattar enjoys spending time with his wife, three young daughters, and one dog. His interests include spending time outdoors whether it be hiking and running or grilling. He also enjoys listening to music, especially his collection of vinyl records at home or going to outdoor concerts. Additionally, he is an avid sports fan particularly of Indiana teams like the Pacers, Colts, and Indiana Hoosiers. Dr. Pattar is excited to be in Louisville as he and his family love eating at local restaurants.
Specialization
Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Cataract Surgery with Intraocular Lens Implantation
Vitreo Retinal Treatment and Care
Glaucoma Treatment and Care
Certifications
Board Certified in Ophthalmology
Diplomate, American Board of Ophthalmology
Member, American Academy of Ophthalmology
Medical Licensure
Kentucky, Indiana
Hospital Affiliations
Jewish Hospital, Norton Audubon Hospital,
Norton Brownsboro Hospital,
Louisville Surgery Center
Norton Suburban Hospital
Veterans Administration Medical Center
Vision Surgical Center
Professional Memberships
American College of Physicians
The American Physiological Society
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Indiana Academy of Ophthalmology
Sigma Xi-The Scientific Research Society
Honors and Awards
Chief Resident, Ophthalmology, 2014-2015
Indy Mini Marathon Finisher, 2013, 2014
Department of Cellular & Integrative Physiology Moenkhaus Award, 2008
3rd Place Sigma Xi Graduate Research Competition, 2008
1st Place Sigma Xi Graduate Research Competition, 2006
American College of Physicians Medical Student
Abstract Competition Research Poster Finalist, 2006
Research Experience
Preparation and analysis of Protein:
SDS-PAGE, Western blot analysis, whole-cell immunofluorescene, highly purified plasma membrane sheet preparation, immunoprecipitation, fluorescent and confocal microscopy in cultured cells and intact tissue, subcellular fractionation, nuclear extract preparation
Preparation and analysis of DNA and RNA:
PCR, RT-PCR, qRT-PCR
Cell culture:
Growth of adipocyte (3T3-L1) and skeletal muscle (L6) cell lines, transient siRNA knockdown, 2DG uptake
Animal Studies:
Dissection of rodent brain, liver, heart, kidney, skeletal muscle, and fat pads
Education
Ophthalmology Resident, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana, 2015
Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana, PhD Cellular & Integrative Physiology, 2014
Transitional Year Resident, St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis, Indiana, 2012
Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana, MD, 2011
Indiana University, Indianapolis, Indiana, MS Cellular & Integrative Physiology, 2006
Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska, BA Political Science, 2003
Contacting Dr. Pattar
If you have a medical emergency, call our office, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week at (502) 589-1500 or 502-589-1556. Dr. Pattar, or one of the other physicians in our group, will be contacted immediately.