Thomas Shane M.D.
Retina Specialist in Sarasota & Manatee County

Meet Dr. Shane

Retina Specialist in Sarasota Florida Dr. Thomas Shane of Shane Retina, PA

Providing the best retinal care while ensuring the highest quality patient experience is our guiding philosophy. The staff at Shane Retina has training and values consistent with this mission.

Dr. Thomas Shane M.D. is proud to serve as a retina specialist for patients in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, and Bradenton. Having grown up in Milwaukee, he feels at home with the Midwestern culture that permeates throughout Southwest Florida.

After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree from Emory University, Dr. Shane attended the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, where he graduated at the top of his class.

Dr. Shane went on to do his residency at the prestigious Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, which is ranked as the #1 ophthalmology program in the United States by U.S. News and World Report. During his residency, his research efforts led him to an award for Outstanding Achievement in Resident Research from the Florida Society of Ophthalmology.

Following residency, Dr. Shane continued at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute for a two-year vitreoretinal surgical fellowship. During this time, Dr. Shane trained with some of the most admired vitreoretinal surgeons in the country. There, he performed vitreoretinal surgical procedures using the most advanced techniques and equipment available. During his second year of fellowship, Dr. Shane served as Chief Resident and Director of the Ocular Trauma Service at Bascom Palmer.

Dr. Shane is Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Retina Specialists. He is credentialed at Sarasota and Manatee Memorial Hospitals.

What Patients Say About Dr. Shane

Dr. Shane and his team are a well-oiled machine, with the added feature of personalized care and professionalism that ranks with the finest medical care I’ve ever had…If you’re looking for expert eye care, stop now and call Dr. Shane’s office. You will be so happy that you did.

Jim Owen, Google Review

As the founder of Shane Retina, Dr. Shane promises to be the best retina doctor and treat every patient with compassion and respect. He is devoted to being accessible to his patients for all of their questions and concerns. Importantly, he is committed to bringing the most modern and effective methods to treating any retinal condition.

Dr. Shane lives in Sarasota with his wife and two children. In his free time, Dr. Shane enjoys athletic pursuits, drawing on his youthful devotion to swimming and soccer. True to his Wisconsin roots, he loves to grill bratwurst and is a Green Bay Packers fan.

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If you or a loved one are experiencing changes to your vision, it’s important that you speak with a professional like Dr. Shane immediately so that it doesn’t get worse. Call us today at (941) 351-1200. We can help you!

More Testimonials for Dr. Thomas Shane

Very nice people , answered all my questioned , referred me to a doctor for cataracts. Made a follow up visit 30 days from initial visit.
Lovely office. Staff was so friendly and helpful. Got me in same day as my eye doctor called them. Dr Shane is very caring and listened to me. I will definitely recommend this office to my family and friends.
Front desk very prompt and friendly with check in -- nurses that did all the tests very friendly and explained tests in polite matter -- Dr. Shane was great weith explanation of what I am experiencing and left the choice of his recommendations totally up to me for future visits.I was also impressed to get a call from Dr. Shane the day before (this was my first visit) to interduce himself and ask if I had any questions.Definitely would refer this practice to others from my experience.
Very professional office and staff. The doctor called me a day in advance to see if I had any questions prior to my visit and answered all of my questions during the visit. My wait time was minimal. I would have given them 6th star if that was possible.
I really appreciate the excellent care I have received from the doctors and staff at Dr. Shane's office. I was worried about a "birthmark" on my eye and they were able to put my mind at ease after doing a thorough examination. Dr. Shane is very pleasant and explains everything carefully without making the patient feel rushed, and his staff are equally pleasant and professional. Thank you, Dr. Shane!
The retinas in both my eyes detached. Dr. Shane had me come in as soon as possible and performed the surgery to repair the detachments. I am extremely grateful that my vision was fully restored. Dr. Shane’s office staff is very friendly, helpful and competent.
I thought that everybody was professional and friendly , with good Organization the visit went smoothly without any hiccups. I would definitely recommend the company to my friends and family
Referred to Dr. Shane by my opthalmologist group for thorough testing after cataract surgery five years prior. Dr. Shane and staff showed concern, excellent testing and reassurance of my condition. Followed up on my care afterwards and I would definitely recommend.D.M. (Mrs. Fendrick)
First time visiting, referred by my regular DR as i had a Retinal Tear. Dr Shane's team did a thorough exam and then lasered the Tear! In and out in an hour and no complications! No activity restrictions, life as normal! Don't wait and get annual checks! Don't mess with your eyes!
As a new patient I was please to find the clinic friendly and well organized.The tests and the examination by Dr Shane was very thorough .Ayah gave me new information about my particular symptoms of macular degeneration that I had not received before. Thank you.She also did a very good job of marking a difficult procedure less unpleasant.The entire experience was excellent.I would highly recommend this clinic.
Having moved from Ft. Myers recently, I was very concerned with finding a great ophthalmologist in this area. All my worries were for no reason since I found Dr. Thomas Shane for treatment of age related macular degeneration. He and his team provide exceptional, compassionate care. His office is immaculate and very efficiently run. I would highly recommend him without reservation if your are in need of an outstanding ophthalmologist.
In all the years I have been going to different Dr practices, GP, Dentist, specialist etc. Dr Shane and his well mannered staff deserve 10 Stars. I have had two procedures requiring eye surgery in each eye. I can not say enough about Dr Shane and his team.The staff always answers the phones, give their names, listen, speak clearly and always attentive to your needs. A rarity these days. Dr Shane, a real expert in his field of practice, listens and also extremely attentive to your needs. A true professional. Highly recommend dr Shane and his team.
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