Ivey Eye Institute

Bio Sketch

Dr. Sharan sub-specializes in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus and takes care of the Pediatric Glaucomas. She currently holds the position of Associate Professor - Ophthalmology, Surgery and Pediatrics at the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University and is Director of Undergraduate Medical Education Curriculum for Ophthalmology.

Dr. Sharan has undergone broad training. She graduated from medical school at Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Pondicherry University, India. After finishing Ophthalmology residency with the National Academy of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, she fellowship trained in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus at the Save Sight Institute/Sydney Eye Hospital, University of Sydney and then at the IWK Health Centre, Dalhousie University, Halifax. Dr. Sharan is also trained in glaucoma with fellowship training at Toronto Western Hospital, University of Toronto.

She has a keen interest in teaching and a special research interest in teaching and pediatric glaucomas. She has authored several scientific papers, and a frequently invited speaker. In her free time, Dr. Sharan loves cycling, hiking and is a world history buff.

Academic Appointment

Associate Professor, Western University

Director, Undergraduate Ophthalmology Medical Education, Western University