Ophthalmology
Sophie Bakri, M.D.
Professor and Chair, Department of Ophthalmology
Red Wing, MN
Dr. Sophie J. Bakri is a vitreoretinal surgeon and Professor and Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. She specializes in the medical and surgical management of complex retinal disorders, including retinal detachment, macular holes, epiretinal membranes, age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, central serous retinopathy, macular telangiectasia (MacTel), retinal vein occlusion, and venous occlusive disease. Her techniques include intravit
25+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology (American Board of Ophthalmology)
Education & Training
- Queen’s Medical Center, University of Nottingham Medical School, England — M.D., 1998
- Albany Medical Center — Residency, Ophthalmology, 1999-2003
- Cleveland Clinic/Cole Eye Institute — Fellowship, Retinal Surgery, 2003-2005
Peer Recognition
- American Academy of Ophthalmology — Senior Honor Award
- American Society of Retina Specialists — Senior Honor Award
- American Society of Retina Specialists — Young Investigator Award
- Castle Connolly — Exceptional Women In Medicine
2019-2025 (7 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Retina & Vitreous
Conditions & Treatments
Retinal DiseasesDiabetic RetinopathyMacular DegenerationVitreoretinal SurgeryIntravitreal InjectionsRetinal Detachment
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Mayo Clinic
Languages
English
Experience
25+ years in practice