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Sophie Bakri, MD, Ophthalmology, Rochester, MN, Mayo Clinic Hospital - Rochester

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Ophthalmology • Rochester, MN

Retinal Disease

Professor & Chair of Ophthalmology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester MN

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Summary

  • Clinical Expertise

    Dr. Sophie Bakri is a specialist in diseases and surgery of the retina and vitreous, in particular, age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, venous occlusive disease, and repair of complex retinal detachments. She undertakes both clinical and translational research in the pathogenesis and treatment of retinal diseases.

    Research Focus areas
    -Clinical trials in retinal diseases focusing on pharmacotherapy for age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, venous occlusive disease
    -Pharmacokinetics and tissue dynamics of intravitreal medications
    -Outcomes of pharmacotherapy in retinal disease

    Significance to patient care

    The goal of Dr. Bakri’s research is to understand how and why individuals differ in their response to medications to treat retinal disease. Through her work on drug pharmacokinetics and tissue dynamics, she is contributing to a better understanding of the effects of these drugs on tissues. This will help in understanding and mitigating drug side effects in patients, as well as selecting optimal drug delivery routes.

Education & Training

  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation
    Cleveland Clinic FoundationFellowship, Surgical Retina and Vitreous, 2003 - 2005
  • Albany Medical Center
    Albany Medical CenterResidency, Ophthalmology, 2000 - 2003
  • University of Nottingham Medical School
    University of Nottingham Medical SchoolClass of 1998

Certifications & Licensure

  • MN State Medical License
    MN State Medical License 2005 - 2024
  • OH State Medical License
    OH State Medical License 2003 - 2005
  • American Board of Ophthalmology Ophthalmology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Senior Honor Award American Academy of Ophthalmology
  • Young Investigator Award American Society of Retina Specialists
  • Senior Honor Award American Society of Retina Specialists
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Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Press Mentions

  • Early Steroid Switch May Improve Visual Acuity for Some DME Patients
    Early Steroid Switch May Improve Visual Acuity for Some DME PatientsOctober 11th, 2021
  • ASRS Guidance on Managing COVID-19 Risk in Retinal Procedures
    ASRS Guidance on Managing COVID-19 Risk in Retinal ProceduresMarch 24th, 2020
  • Ophthalmology Times® Announces Winners of 3rd Annual Research Scholar Honoree Program
    Ophthalmology Times® Announces Winners of 3rd Annual Research Scholar Honoree ProgramOctober 30th, 2019
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Committees

  • Organizer, AAO Retina Subspecialty Day 2021 - Present

Professional Memberships

Hospital Affiliations

Dr. Sophie Bakri, Dr. Sophie Bakri, MD, Dr. S Bakri, Dr. Sophie J Bakri