Ravi A. Shah, M.D. is a Cornea, LASIK & Refractive Surgeon specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of Corneal Disease, Corneal Transplantation using traditional Cornea Surgery and Transplant techniques as well as advanced techniques such as DSAEK (Decement's Stripping Automated Endothelial Keratoplasty) and Laser Eye Surgery for Laser Vision Correction such as LASIK. Dr. Shah received his medical degree from the University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) and completed his residency in Ophthalmology at UMDNJ as well. Dr. Shah then advanced his training by completing a fellowship in Cornea and Refractive Surgery at

the Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute which is ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of “America’s Best” Ophthalmology programs. Dr. Shah’s training at this premier clinical research and referral center for Laser Vision Correction will be of enormous benefit to Maine patients interested in having their LASIK treatment at Eyecare Medical Group.

 Dr. Shah comments on becoming an ophthalmologist:

“I decided to pursue ophthalmology as a career for several reasons. Ophthalmology is a sub-specialty where there is an opportunity to develop a relationship with patients over an extended period of time rather than just for one or two visits.  I was fascinated by microsurgery and the intricate structure of the eye. Finally, I was drawn to the fact that ophthalmology has some elegant interventions such as cataract surgery and corneal transplantation that have the capability to dramatically improve a person’s vision and can impact their entire life”

To reach a staff member in Dr. Shah's office, please call 207-773-4607.