Dr. Kanishka Jayasundera

OphthalmologyRetina Specialist
Ann Arbor, MI

Areas of Expertise

Inherited Retinal Diseases
Stargardt Disease
Leber Congenital Amaurosis
X-Linked Retinoschisis
Choroideremia
Retinal Vein Occlusions
Retinal Electrophysiological Testing

About Me

Dr. Thiran Jayasundera is a retina specialist with particular expertise in inherited retinal diseases and the testing used to understand retinal function. He cares for patients with conditions such as retinitis pigmentosa, Stargardt disease, Leber congenital amaurosis, X-linked retinoschisis, and choroideremia, and he also evaluates and treats retinal problems like age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, macular edema, and retinal vein occlusions.

His approach to care centers on compassion and trust, with the goal that patients feel heard, respected, and fully informed about their options. Dr. Jayasundera completed medical training at the University of Auckland and advanced fellowship training in inherited retinal diseases, clinical electrophysiology of vision, and vitreoretinal surgery. He also earned an M.S. in biostatistics, supporting his interest in evidence-based care and research. When a diagnosis is unclear, he may use retinal electrophysiological testing alongside imaging to guide next steps.

Training

  • University of Michigan

    Biostatistics (M.S.)

    2019

    University of Michigan

    Masters / PhD
  • Medicine and Surgery (M.B.Ch.B.)

    2000

    University of Auckland

    Medical School
  • Human Biology (B.H.B.)

    1997

    University of Auckland

    Undergraduate
  • University of Michigan

    Inherited Retinal Diseases, Uveitis, Clinical Electrophysiology of Vision

    University of Michigan

    Fellowship
  • McGill University

    Vitreoretinal Surgery and Medical Retinal Diseases

    McGill University

    Fellowship
  • Ophthalmology

    University of Auckland

    Residency

Awards & Honors

  • Macula Society Research Award

    2024

    Macula Society

  • Retina Society Research Award

    2024

    Retina Society

  • The Ophthalmologist Power List - Top 40 Under 40

    2015

    The Ophthalmologist

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
CA, MI
License Numbers
SFP53, 4301093385

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