Ophthalmology
Mehrine Shaikh, M.D.
Founder, Cataract and Retina Center
Fairfax, VA
Dr. Mehrine Shaikh, M.D., is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in comprehensive ophthalmology, cataract surgery, and medical retina, focusing on vitreo-retinal diseases such as diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, macular edema, retinal tears, floaters, vein occlusions, central serous retinopathy, uveitis, and Plaquenil-related retinopathy. She founded Fairfax Cataract and Retina in Fairfax, Virginia, to deliver state-of-the-art treatment for common an
18+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology (American Board of Ophthalmology)
Education & Training
- Medical School: Aga Khan Medical College (MD, 2008)
- Residency: Westchester Medical Center (Internal Medicine, 2011-2012)
- Residency: George Washington University (Ophthalmology, 2012-2015)
- Fellowship: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary (Retina, 2015-2016)
Peer Recognition
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
- Washingtonian — Top Doctor
2018-2021 (4 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Retina & Vitreous
Conditions & Treatments
GlaucomaDiabetic RetinopathyDry Eye DiseaseRetinal Disease & AMDCataracts
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Inova Health System
- Reston Hospital Center
- Inova Fairfax Medical Campus
- Inova Loudoun Hospital
- Prince William Medical Center
Languages
English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
Experience
18+ years in practice