Prithu S. Mettu, MD

Chief Resident, Department of Ophthalmology

Medical School

Duke University School of Medicine

Internship

Internal Medicine, Duke University Medical Center

Residency

Duke Eye Center

Background

Priyatham “Prithu” S. Mettu, MD, is trained in comprehensive ophthalmology, focusing on the medical and surgical care of common eye conditions.  His primary responsibility at Duke is overseeing the Ophthalmology Residency program, training ophthalmology residents in the clinic, operating room, and classroom. He is also a staff ophthalmologist at the Durham VA Medical Center.  His interests include residency education and the evaluation and management of glaucoma and retinal diseases.