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Dr. Brian Michael Shafer
Ophthalmology – Cornea Specialist
About Me
Dr. Brian Shafer is a cornea, cataract, refractive, and glaucoma surgeon known for meticulous technique and a warm, patient-focused style. After undergraduate studies in molecular genetics at the University of Rochester, he earned his MD from Temple University, where he was inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha and the Gold Humanism Honor Society. He completed internship at Pennsylvania Hospital and ophthalmology residency at the University of Pennsylvania/Scheie Eye Institute, serving as chief resident, then pursued a high-volume fellowship at Vance Thompson Vision focused on cornea, refractive surgery, glaucoma, and complex cataract care. At Shafer Vision Institute, he offers advanced technology cataract surgery, modern corneal transplantation, comprehensive glaucoma surgical options, and the full spectrum of laser vision correction, along with second-opinion consultations for complex cases. Dr. Shafer maintains academic appointments and regularly contributes to peer-reviewed research and education.
Training
- Cornea, Refractive, Glaucoma, and Complex Cataract SurgeryVance Thompson VisionFellowship
OphthalmologyUniversity of Pennsylvania / Scheie Eye InstituteResidency- Medical Doctor (MD)Temple University School of MedicineMedical School
BS, Molecular Genetics (Magna Cum Laude)University of RochesterUndergraduate
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In:PA
- License Numbers:MD474851


