Dr. Shaunak Bakshi

OphthalmologyComprehensive Ophthalmologist
South Burlington, VT

Areas of Expertise

Cataract Surgery with Advanced IOLs
Refractive Lens Exchange
Corneal Transplantation
Pterygium Surgery
Complex Corneal Disease

About Me

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.

Training

  • Cornea and Refractive Surgery

    Mass Eye and Ear / Harvard

    Fellowship
  • Ophthalmology

    University of Southern California / LAC+USC Medical Center

    Residency
  • Harvard Medical School

    MD

    Harvard Medical School

    Medical School
  • Yale College

    BA, magna cum laude with Distinction

    Yale College

    Undergraduate

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
NY, VT
License Numbers
338674-01, 042.0018755

Dr. Shaunak Krishan Bakshi

Ophthalmology Comprehensive Ophthalmologist