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Dr. Centrael Evans (often called Sonny) is a comprehensive ophthalmologist who provides medical, laser, and surgical care for a wide range of eye conditions. He is especially focused on helping patients protect vision over time through thoughtful diagnosis, clear communication, and evidence-based treatment. An Athens native, Dr. Evans earned a degree in Biology from Brigham Young University and received his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine. During medical school, he was recognized as a Global Health Institute Field Scholar for work focused on pediatric cataracts in Zambia. Dr. Evans completed ophthalmology residency at SUNY–Buffalo, serving as Chief Resident. He has been recognized for professionalism and compassion through the Gold Humanism Honor Society and received support for community-based research aimed at improving outcomes for patients with ophthalmic emergencies. His clinical interests include cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, and traumatic eye injuries.

Dr. Lily Hipp is a board-certified, glaucoma fellowship-trained ophthalmologist in Savannah who cares for complex eye conditions with a steady, patient-first approach. She enjoys teaching patients about their diagnoses and options so they can make confident decisions—whether they’re navigating glaucoma, planning cataract surgery, or seeking a second opinion. Her clinical background spans both medical and surgical care for glaucoma and cataracts. A National Merit Scholar, Dr. Hipp graduated summa cum laude with Highest Honors in Microbiology from the University of Georgia and earned her MD at the Medical College of Georgia. She completed a transitional year in Denver, ophthalmology residency at Case Western Reserve University (chief resident), and a glaucoma fellowship at Baylor University. Outside the clinic, she loves gardening, cooking, pottery, and exploring new coffee and tea spots.

Dr. Shalin S. Shah is a board-certified ophthalmologist and glaucoma specialist who helps patients protect their sight from the earliest signs of glaucoma through advanced disease. He emphasizes careful evaluation, clear education, and step-by-step treatment plans that may include eye drops, laser procedures, and surgical options when needed. He also provides modern cataract surgery and works with patients to choose intraocular lens options that fit their vision goals and lifestyle. In addition, Dr. Shah treats common eye conditions such as diabetic eye disease and dry eye disease, and offers comprehensive eye care focused on long-term visual health. Dr. Shah completed medical school at Louisiana State University and advanced training in ophthalmology and glaucoma at Ochsner Medical Center. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.

Dr. Jordan Stanley is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist who founded PureSight Surgical in Marietta. He offers patient-centered eye care with a focus on clear education, straightforward recommendations, and helping people understand the full range of treatment options. Dr. Stanley completed undergraduate education at Harding University and attended medical school at the University of Arkansas. He then completed ophthalmology residency training at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Callahan Eye Hospital, where he served as chief resident. Motivated by a focus on glaucoma management, he pursued fellowship training at the University of Colorado to deepen his expertise in advanced medical and surgical care. In his practice, he specializes in cataract surgery, glaucoma management, and refractive procedures including EVO ICL implantation and refractive lens exchange, and he also provides medical eye exams for patients with conditions that can affect vision.

Dr. Arkadiy Yadgarov is a board-certified ophthalmologist at Omni Eye Services of Atlanta with a focus on glaucoma care and advanced cataract surgery. He offers comprehensive glaucoma treatments, including laser and surgical options, and performs advanced cataract procedures with technologies such as iStent devices and premium lens options. Dr. Yadgarov graduated summa cum laude from Georgia Tech and earned his medical degree from The Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. He completed ophthalmology residency training at the Institute of Ophthalmology and Visual Science of Rutgers University, where he cared for complex eye disease, challenging surgical cases, and ocular trauma. He then completed a glaucoma fellowship at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary. His surgical experience includes trabeculectomy and tube shunt procedures, XEN Gel Stent, goniotomy, iStent insertion, and diode cyclophotocoagulation, and he is excited to practice in his hometown of Atlanta.