Dr. Omar Shakir

Dr. Omar Shakir, MD, MBA is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained retina specialist who provides comprehensive medical and surgical eye care in Greenwich, Connecticut. As the founding partner of Coastal Eye, he combines advanced technology with a boutique, patient-first experience. Dr. Shakir serves as a Clinical Instructor at Yale University and is a principal investigator on multiple Phase 2–4 clinical trials, bringing the latest innovations directly to his patients.Dr. Shakir earned his medical degree from Albany Medical College, completed internship training at Johns Hopkins, and finished ophthalmology residency at the University of Florida. He then completed a two-year vitreoretinal surgery fellowship at Yale University. His practice offers tailored solutions across cataract, refractive, and retinal conditions, with an emphasis on clear communication and shared decision-making. Patients turn to Dr. Shakir for precise diagnostics, thoughtful second opinions, and surgical care designed to optimize vision and recovery.