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Dr. Shaunak Bakshi is a cornea, cataract, and refractive surgeon serving patients at Vermont Eye Laser/New England Vision. He helps people regain clear, comfortable vision through customized solutions—from laser vision correction to modern lens options for cataract surgery—and treats the full spectrum of corneal disease. Patients value his clear explanations and his emphasis on matching each procedure to their visual goals and daily activities. Dr. Bakshi earned his medical degree at Harvard Medical School and completed ophthalmology residency at the University of Southern California/LAC+USC Medical Center, where he cared for a diverse, high-acuity population and received the Senior Resident Teaching Award. He completed fellowship training in Cornea and Refractive Surgery at Mass Eye and Ear/Harvard and is board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. His scholarly interests include presbyopia-correcting technologies, keratoprosthesis, and applying emerging tools like artificial intelligence to improve patient care.

John Hinkle, MD, is a retina specialist dedicated to delivering thoughtful, evidence-based care for conditions that threaten central vision. At the Retina Center of Vermont in South Burlington, he diagnoses and treats macular and retinal disease using advanced imaging and in-office therapies, and provides timely surgical care when needed. Patients value his clear communication, calm approach, and commitment to preserving sight. Dr. Hinkle attended Yale University for college and earned his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania. He completed an ophthalmology residency at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute and a fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at Wills Eye Hospital. His clinical interests include age-related macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease, retinal tears and detachments, macular holes, and other macular disorders. Working closely with referring optometrists and ophthalmologists, Dr. Hinkle focuses on individualized treatment plans that balance safety, recovery, and long-term outcomes.

Dr. Sabrina K. Khalil was drawn to ophthalmology because she loves helping to protect or restore vision. Her goal is to improve the quality of life and functional independence of her patients. By understanding their needs and goals, she can better individualize care. As someone who is very detail-oriented, she also loves the unique intricacies of the eye. In some ways, the eyes really are "windows to the soul" because they often reveal conditions in the body that otherwise may not have manifested. She finds the field of ophthalmology exciting because of the growing technological advancements that allow her to provide care and treatments in ways never before possible. She considers it an absolute privilege to care for patients and treats them just as she would her own family or friends. She looks forward to building deep, meaningful, and long-lasting connections with her patients in the Dartmouth Health and Mt. Ascutney Hospital and Health Center community.