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Tapan R. Shah, MD
Ophthalmologist, Cataract and Oculofacial Surgeon
Clinical Expertise
Dr. Tapan R. Shah brings a wealth of clinical expertise and academic excellence to the patients of Wellish Abrams Vision Institute. With a deep commitment to advancing care, he has focused on complex conditions, including cataracts. In addition to these specialties, Dr. Shah offers treatments including blepharoplasty, chalazion, ectropion, and entropion repair.
Education
Dr. Shah earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Chemistry, followed by a Master of Public Health and a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from New York Medical College. He completed his internship in Internal Medicine at Mercy Hospital of Pittsburgh and went on to complete his residency in Ophthalmology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. During his training at UPMC, he was honored with the prestigious Resident’s Day Award in recognition of his clinical excellence and dedication to patient care.
Accolades
He is also widely respected for his research on phacolytic glaucoma and the use of laser treatments through opaque media—topics that have led to improved patient outcomes and influenced clinical practices nationwide. Dr. Shah’s research has been recognized by leading medical organizations, including The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology and The Pittsburgh Ophthalmologic Society. He has authored widely read publications on phacolytic glaucoma and laser applications in challenging ocular conditions. His work in molecular epidemiology and the interaction of radio-labeled antibodies to carcinoma further demonstrates his broad scientific interests and contributions to ophthalmic research.
Locations
6710 S Fort Apache Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89148
Clinic
10424 South Eastern Avenue, Suite 100
Henderson, NV 89052
Clinic
2555 Box Canyon Dr.
Las Vegas, NV 89128
Clinic
Curriculum Vitae
MEDICAL EXPERIENCE
1997 to 2000
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center • Resident in Ophthalmology
1996 to 1997
Mercy Hospital of Pittsburgh • Preliminary Internal Medicine Internship
EDUCATION
1992 to 1996
New York Medical College • MD Degree
1991 to 1992
University of Michigan, School of Public Health Hospital and Molecular Epidemiology, Masters in Public Health
1987 to 1991
Kalamazoo College • Bachelor of Arts, Biology and Chemistry
2005 to Present
Conducted various clinical trials with Alcon and ORA
2002 to 2012
Avista Eye Center, Las Vegas, Nevada
2000 to 2002
Shearing – Westfield Eye Center, Las Vegas, Nevada
1992 to 1993
University to Michigan School of Public Health
Masters Program in Hospital and Molecular Epidemiology
1989 to 1991
University of Michigan Medical Center • Laboratory Research Assistant
MEDICAL LICENSES
Nevada Board of Medical Examiners – #9412
Nevada Board of Pharmacy – CS10248
Diplomate, American Board of Ophthalmology
American Academy of Ophthalmology
American Society for Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Contact Lens Association of Ophthalmology
Pennsylvania Academy of Ophthalmology
Pittsburgh Ophthalmology Society
Books / Chapters
Shah, T, Fanous M, “Phacolytic Glaucoma,” In: E-medicine textbooks online
Books / Chapters
Shah, T, Eller A, “Laser through Opaque Media,” In: Review of Ophthalmology.
Presentation 1999
Shah, T, Kowlaski R, Gordon YJ, “Sufacetamide versus Polytrim: An In Vitro Susceptibility Comparison Using Bacterial Isolates From Conjunctivitis” (Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, Annual Meeting, Fort Lauderdale, FL)
Presentation 1996
Shah, T, Hong AK Wandel T “Variance of Optic Nerve Head Measurements with a Laser Scanner” (Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, Annual Meeting, Fort Lauderdale, FL)
Presentation 1991
Shah T, Wahl R, “Radio Nuclide Cancer Immunotherapy dealing with the Chemical Modification of antibodies by producing macromolecules to enhance the body’s natural immunological response to malignancy.” Senior thesis, Kalamazoo College, Kalamazoo, MI