Dr. Shazia Dharssi
Areas of Expertise
About Me
Dr. Shazia Dharssi is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained oculoplastic and reconstructive surgeon at Stanford Health Care. As a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Ophthalmology, she cares for adults with conditions that affect the eyelids, tear ducts, and orbit. She offers both functional and cosmetic eyelid procedures and tailors each plan to restore comfort, vision, and appearance while prioritizing safety and natural results.
Her expertise includes ptosis and eyelid malposition repair, tear duct surgery, and reconstruction after skin cancer removal, as well as evaluation and treatment of thyroid eye disease and other orbital conditions. Dr. Dharssi is also active in research at the intersection of ophthalmology and computing, using deep learning and related tools to improve diagnosis and outcomes in eye care. She has authored peer-reviewed publications and presented at national and international meetings. Patients value her thoughtful explanations, collaborative decision-making, and the continuity of care she provides before and after surgery.
Training
Ophthalmology Fellowships
2025Johns Hopkins University Ophthalmology Fellowships
Fellowship
MD
2019Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Medical School
Awards & Honors
Bartley Frueh, MD, Award for YASOPRS Presentation
ASOPRS Foundation
Housestaff Teaching Award
2023Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute
Housestaff Teaching Award
2022Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- CA, MD
- License Numbers
- A204085, D96693
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