Dr. Konica Singla

Dr. Singla treats the full range of retinal conditions, from common age-related disease to tumors of the eye. As a fellowship-trained retina specialist, she provides medical care for diseases affecting the retina, macula, and vitreous.

Conditions Dr. Singla diagnoses and treats include macular degeneration (both dry and wet AMD), diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema, retinal tears and retinal detachment, posterior vitreous detachment, macular pucker, macular edema, retinal vein occlusion, retinal artery occlusion, and flashes and floaters. She also evaluates and manages ocular tumors, a subspecialty she trained in at Wills Eye Hospital.

If your optometrist or primary care doctor has told you that you need to see a retina specialist, Dr. Singla can evaluate your condition and explain what your options are. Call (941) 351-1200 to schedule at our University Parkway office.

Ocular oncology is the branch of eye care that deals with tumors of the eye and the tissues around it. These are uncommon, which is part of why they need a specialist. A growth in the eye may be harmless, or it may be something that requires treatment, and telling the difference takes specialized training and imaging.

Dr. Singla completed a fellowship in ocular oncology at Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia, one of the leading centers in the country for this work. She evaluates suspected eye tumors, distinguishes benign lesions from those that need attention, and monitors known growths over time to catch any change early.

Many patients arrive after a routine eye exam turned up something unexpected, often a pigmented spot in the back of the eye. Most of these findings turn out to be nothing serious. Having them examined by a physician trained specifically in ocular tumors means you get a clear answer rather than a wait-and-see.

Dr. Singla is a medical retina specialist, which means she treats retinal disease with in-office procedures rather than operating room surgery. Most retinal conditions are managed this way, including macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vein occlusion.

Her in-office treatments include intravitreal eye injections, laser treatment, and the advanced imaging used to track how your retina responds over time. For the majority of patients, this is the care that protects their vision.

When a condition does require an operation, such as a retinal detachment or a macular hole, Dr. Singla coordinates with Shane Retina's fellowship-trained vitreoretinal surgeons. Your care stays within the same practice, your imaging and records come with you, and Dr. Singla remains part of your follow-up.

Dr. Singla sees patients at Shane Retina's University Parkway office in North Sarasota, located just west of I-75 in University Health Park.

The office is convenient for patients in North Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton, and Parrish, along with the surrounding Manatee County communities. Parking is in the lot in front of the building.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Singla, call (941) 351-1200. Shane Retina has an on-call physician available around the clock for sudden or urgent retinal problems.

Shane Retina, University Parkway Office
2401 University Pkwy #205
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Phone: (941) 351-1200

Dr. Singla earned her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and completed a Master of Surgery (MS) in Ophthalmology. Originally from India, she came to the United States to pursue further training in retinal disease.

She completed a fellowship in ocular oncology at Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia, followed by a fellowship in medical retina at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, consistently ranked the number one ophthalmology program in the country by U.S. News & World Report.

Alongside her clinical work, Dr. Singla has published peer-reviewed research and presented at conferences on retinal disease, ocular oncology, and new approaches to treatment.

Yes, a retina specialist is an ophthalmologist who has completed additional training focused specifically on the retina. Every retina specialist first becomes a medical doctor and an ophthalmologist, then completes a fellowship in diseases of the retina and vitreous.

This extra training is what sets a retina specialist apart. While a general ophthalmologist can diagnose and treat a wide range of eye conditions, a retina specialist concentrates on the back of the eye, managing complex problems like macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, and macular holes, including the injections and laser treatment these conditions often require.

Dr. Konica Singla is a fellowship-trained retina specialist. She completed a medical retina fellowship at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, consistently ranked the top ophthalmology program in the country, and a fellowship in ocular oncology at Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia. She now provides advanced retina care to patients throughout Sarasota, Bradenton, and Lakewood Ranch.

In most cases you do not need a referral to see Dr. Singla, and you are welcome to call and schedule an appointment directly. Many patients come to Shane Retina on their own after noticing symptoms like new floaters, flashes of light, or changes in their vision.

That said, some insurance plans require a referral from your primary care doctor or optometrist before they will cover a visit to a specialist. It is worth checking with your insurance provider so you understand your coverage before your appointment.

Many patients are referred by their optometrist or primary care physician after a problem is found during a routine exam. Whether you were referred or are reaching out on your own, our team can help you schedule and will work with your eye care provider when needed. To make an appointment, call (941) 351-1200.

At your first visit, Dr. Singla will review your symptoms and medical history, examine your eyes, and perform a dilated retinal exam to get a clear view of the back of the eye. Depending on your situation, she may also use advanced imaging such as OCT to look at the retina in detail.

Plan to be at the office for a couple of hours. The dilating drops take time to work and will leave your vision blurry and light-sensitive for several hours afterward, so it is a good idea to bring sunglasses and arrange for someone to drive you home.

Once the exam and any imaging are complete, Dr. Singla will explain what she found in clear terms, answer your questions, and discuss a treatment plan if one is needed. You will leave understanding your diagnosis and the next steps for protecting your vision.

Yes, Shane Retina accepts Medicare and works with most major insurance plans. Because retinal conditions are medical conditions, care with Dr. Singla is typically billed to your medical insurance rather than a vision plan.

Coverage can vary from plan to plan, so it is a good idea to confirm your benefits before your visit. Our team is happy to help you understand what your plan covers and answer questions about referrals or authorizations if your insurer requires them.

If you have questions about insurance or want to confirm that your plan is accepted, call us at (941) 351-1200 and our staff will be glad to assist.

To make an appointment with Dr. Singla, call Shane Retina at (941) 351-1200. Our team will find a time that fits your schedule at our University Parkway office in North Sarasota.

In most cases you can schedule directly without a referral, though some insurance plans may require one. If you are experiencing sudden symptoms such as a curtain or shadow over your vision, a sudden increase in floaters or flashes, or sudden vision loss, let us know when you call so we can arrange to see you as soon as possible.

You can also request an appointment through our contact page, and a member of our team will follow up with you.