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Melanie A. Shearer, O.D.

Melanie A. Shearer, O.D.

Ophthalmology

4.9 out of 5 stars
918 Ratings
79 Comments
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Contact

Appointment (585) 273-3937

Locations

Flaum Eye Institute - Webster

875 Hard Road
Webster, NY 14580

(585) 273-3937 Get Directions
Flaum Eye Institute - Main Campus - Rochester

Strong Memorial Hospital
210 Crittenden Boulevard
Rochester, NY 14642

(585) 273-3937 Get Directions

About Me

Dr. Melanie Shearer is a native of Webster, New York, and part of the Flaum Eye Institute's Well Eye Care and Low Vision team. She is a graduate of SUNY Geneseo and received her Doctorate of Optometry from SUNY College of Optometry, wherw she was valedictorian of the Class of 2009.

As a membe...
Dr. Melanie Shearer is a native of Webster, New York, and part of the Flaum Eye Institute's Well Eye Care and Low Vision team. She is a graduate of SUNY Geneseo and received her Doctorate of Optometry from SUNY College of Optometry, wherw she was valedictorian of the Class of 2009.

As a member of the Well Eye Care team, she routinely screens for and treats common vision conditions in children and adults. These may include refractive error, dry eye, glaucoma, corneal issues and diabetic eye disease. Based on the level of a patient's problem, she may refer to a general ophthalmologist, or subspecialty ophthalmologist, for surgery or complex medical therapy. Dr. Shearer also co-manages cataracts with her ophthalmologist team and routinely performs many of the pre- and post-operative steps in the treatment process.

As a member of the Low Vision team, she prescribes low vision aids including prisms, magnifiers, telescopes, specialized lighting and adaptive technology. She works alongside low vision opticians, orientation and mobility therapists and vision rehabilitation therapists.

She is a member of the American Optometric Association, the New York State Optometric Association and the Rochester Optometric Society.

Faculty Appointments

Sr Instructor of Clinical Ophthalmology (Part-Time) - Department of Ophthalmology (SMD)

Credentials

Education

OD | State University of New York College of Optometry. 2009

Ratings & Comments

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Ratings

Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

4.9 stars

Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others

4.9 stars

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.9 stars

Care provider's efforts to include you in decisions about your care

4.9 stars

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.9 stars

Patient Comments

5.0 stars

She was kind, professional and listened to my concerns. Very good experience

Dec 11, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr. Shearer is one of the best providers I have had the pleasure to have. I'm happy to be her patient.

Nov 29, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr Melanie A. Shearer was excellent

Nov 24, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr. Shearer is always courteous and knowledgeable.

Nov 22, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr Shearer is knowledgeable and professional. I always feel she has a good understanding of my issues and is dealing with them in the best way possible.

Oct 26, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr Shearer is excellent. She listens to you, explains procedures, care and answers any questions. Never feel rushed.

Oct 18, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr. Shearer is the best. She listens to me, is patient and explained everything.

Sep 22, 2024

2.6 stars

[...] The Doctor came in and looked through the microscope . She said there was very little change in my prescription but she did prescribe new lenses and sent me on the way.

Sep 16, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr Shearer is the Best! I have complete confidence in her

Sep 15, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr. Shearer is a very kind, compassionate physician. I trust her implicitly.

Sep 04, 2024