Sheila Garcia Santana, MD, MPH
Practice: Horizon Eye Care
Specialty: Ophthalmology
Office locations: Cotswold, Mallard Creek
Most recent review: 4 days ago
New
4.84.8 out of 5
418 Ratings
156 Comments
Dr. Garcia completed her medical studies at the University of Puerto Rico where she graduated top of her class, summa cum laude, on a full academic scholarship. She then completed an internal medicine internship at Massachusetts General Hospital of Harvard University. Her ophthalmology residency was completed at Boston Medical Center of the Boston University School of Medicine. There, she developed a passion for complex retinal disease and proceeded to complete a fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at the Yale Eye Center of Yale University School of Medicine.
4.84.8 out of 5
418 Ratings
156 Comments
Dr. Garcia completed her medical studies at the University of Puerto Rico where she graduated top of her class, summa cum laude, on a full academic scholarship. She then completed an internal medicine internship at Massachusetts General Hospital of Harvard University. Her ophthalmology residency was completed at Boston Medical Center of the Boston University School of Medicine. There, she developed a passion for complex retinal disease and proceeded to complete a fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at the Yale Eye Center of Yale University School of Medicine.
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Cotswold
135 S. Sharon Amity Rd
Charlotte, NC 28211
Charlotte, NC 28211
Mallard Creek
10834 Mallard Creek Rd
Charlotte, NC 28262
Charlotte, NC 28262
Dr. Garcia completed her medical studies at the University of Puerto Rico where she graduated top of her class, summa cum laude, on a full academic scholarship. She then completed an internal medicine internship at Massachusetts General Hospital of Harvard University. Her ophthalmology residency was completed at Boston Medical Center of the Boston University School of Medicine. There, she developed a passion for complex retinal disease and proceeded to complete a fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at the Yale Eye Center of Yale University School of Medicine. During her private practice, Dr. Garcia went on to earn a master’s degree in public health from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Dr. Garcia is board certified and an active member in the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS). She has authored several scientific publications and has been an investigator for a number of clinical trials including a phase 2b/3 trial evaluating Restoret (MK-3000) for treatment of diabetic macular edema (DME), and a phase 3 study evaluating Tarcocimab for neovascular age related macular degeneration. Dr. Garcia lectures regularly at national meetings including EnVision, Pan-American Association of Ophthalmology and the Vit-Buckle Society. Dr. Garcia is also a volunteer mentor for the next generation of ophthalmologists and retina specialists through the AAO and ASRS.
I feel very confident I am getting the best treatment possible.She is an asset to the practice.It has been an easy transition from Dr Widenan.
Dr. Garcia was pleasant, personable and gave me a thorough examination. Plus she answered any questions I had. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her.
Exceptional surgeon, blessed to have Dr. Garcia operate and restore my vision!
So friendly and professional. Great doctor!
I think that Dr Garcia Santana was very competent and technical but did not make me feel at ease about my eye condition. She did not ask if I had any questions and the question that I did ask was answered in a short response with no sensitivity on how I might be feeling. If you are looking for a compassionate physician that has a good bedside manner along with skilled and knowledgeable, then Dr Garcia would not be a good fit. She is professional and technically sound but lacks the bedside skill. I left the office feeling sad, confused and on the verge of tears.
I found Dr. Garcia to be engaged when studying the various areas of my eyes. I was impressed with her education, knowledge and professionalism. I very much liked her demeanor.
First visit awesome! Next visit very rushed and my eye was not numb for placement of the apparatus to keep my eye open or my injection so there was pain. Third visit was not as rushed but she did not follow up with me about the status of my eye and was walking out when my wife stopped her to ask.
Excellent bedside manner.treatment was really good and info was very goof
Had a really tough time after the shots yesterday!! Almost felt like the betadine allergy where the sand in my eyes!! And very sensitive to the light!!
On time Visitation, very professional and caring. Thanks very much!