Dr. Vikram Shankar

Dr. Vikram Shankar is a board-certified, fellowship-trained ophthalmologist at Stanford Health Care's Byers Eye Institute, where he focuses on the medical and surgical management of adult glaucoma and cataracts. He partners with each patient to develop personalized treatment plans that align with their vision goals and lifestyle, offering a range of options from optimized medications to advanced procedures like minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) and cataract surgery with premium lens implants. Dr. Shankar emphasizes preventive care and patient education, empowering individuals to take an active role in protecting their eye health.

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Shankar serves as a Clinical Instructor in the Department of Ophthalmology at Stanford University School of Medicine. His professional interests include ophthalmic public health, biomedical device innovation, and digital health, with a consistent focus on improving patient safety and access to high-quality care. He is also the cofounder of a seed-stage medical device startup aimed at enhancing patient safety and reducing the environmental impact of eye care worldwide.