Dr. Drew Scoles

Ophthalmology – Retina Specialist

Philadelphia, PA

Drew H. Scoles, MD, PhD, is a vitreoretinal surgeon and physician with the Division of Ophthalmology at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. He cares for pediatric and adolescent patients with retinal disorders, combining advanced imaging with evidence-based treatments tailored to the needs of growing eyes. Dr. Scoles earned his MD and PhD in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Rochester, completed internship at Lankenau Hospital, ophthalmology residency at the Scheie Eye Institute (University of Pennsylvania), and a vitreoretinal surgery fellowship with Associated Retinal Consultants. He maintains an active academic profile, with peer-reviewed work spanning retinal detachment, inherited retinal disease, and retinopathy of prematurity. Families appreciate his calm, clear communication and collaborative approach with pediatric specialists to protect vision during crucial stages of development.

Dr. Tapan Patel

Ophthalmology – Retina Specialist

Wyomissing, PA

Dr. Tapan P. Patel, MD, PhD, is a board-certified vitreoretinal surgeon at Eye Consultants of Pennsylvania. He specializes in medical and surgical care of the retina and vitreous, including diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal tears and detachments, macular holes, and epiretinal membranes. Dr. Patel completed a two-year vitreoretinal surgery fellowship at the Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins University after ophthalmology residency at the University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center. He earned his MD and PhD in Bioengineering from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and graduated summa cum laude from the University of Delaware. Dr. Patel provides individualized, evidence-based care that may include advanced imaging, intravitreal injections, retinal laser, or vitrectomy. He works closely with referring doctors and primary eye care providers to coordinate timely treatment and clear follow-up, helping patients make confident decisions about their vision.

Dr. Rupak Bhuyan

Ophthalmology – Retina Specialist

Lancaster, PA

Dr. Rupak K. Bhuyan is a vitreoretinal surgeon who treats the full spectrum of medical and surgical retina disease. He cares for patients with diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal vascular occlusions, and complications such as epiretinal membranes and macular holes. His surgical practice includes repair of retinal tears and retinal detachments, with a focus on visual recovery and durable results. Dr. Bhuyan’s approach emphasizes clear education and the principle that every patient always deserves the best care. Dr. Bhuyan graduated summa cum laude from Harvard University and earned his medical degree at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. He completed ophthalmology residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York and a fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at the University of Iowa. He joined Lancaster Retina Specialists in 2024 and is excited to serve patients across central Pennsylvania.