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Laser Eye Surgeon Dr. Shobha Tandon


Meet Dr. Tandon

Dr. Shobha Tandon, MD, PhD, is a board certified ophthalmologist who graduated from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. She attended the prestigious Stanford University in California to complete her residency training, as the chief resident, in ophthalmology. Dr. Tandon is a published author in multiple peer-reviewed articles in scientific journals of the highest international repute (for details, see her complete Curriculum Vitae). Dr. Tandon is a certified surgeon for LASIK and other refractive surgeries. She was recently voted as "the Ophthalmologist of the year" by the Consumer Research Council.

Dr. Tandon has received numerous awards and scholarships including The Mead Johnson Award for Excellence in Research, The National Student Research Forum Award, Wallace McNutt Award for the highest achievement in Gross Anatomy, Dean's Scholarship, Texas Legislative Merit Scholarship, Bowen Vogt Medical Science Training Scholarship, and The Wooley Memorial Scholarship.

Dr. Tandon is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), International Society of Refractive Surgeons (ISRS), California Medical Association (CMA), Santa Clara County Medical Association (SCCMA), and American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPIO).

Beyond her active medical practice, she regularly volunteers her time with various non-profit organizations to serve the needs of the underprivileged by sharing her expertise in surgical and medical eye care. She also has a special interest in improving eye care services in developing nations.

Born in India, she spent most of her childhood in various cities of Uttar Pradesh (U.P.), and received her Master's degree from the University of Kanpur. After getting married, she moved to Japan with her husband, and a 2-year old daughter. A year later, the family moved to San Antonio, Texas. San Antonio was their home for eight years as she did both her double doctorate, Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Medical School. She then moved to the Bay area to complete her residency training in Ophthalmology at Stanford University. Outside of her professional career, she enjoys family life, gourmet cooking, and opportunities for outdoor activities such as traveling, hiking, and camping. In addition to English, she speaks Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, and some Spanish and Japanese. Her husband, Dr. Atul Tandon (Ph.D. in Biochemistry) is a scientist specializing in breast cancer research and diagnosis. He is the founder president of a Biotechnology Company (NeoMarkers, Inc.), located in Fremont, California. They have two daughters (Anshul & Shefali) who enjoy a variety of activities including classical Indian dance (Bharatnatyam), Piano, and Swimming.

Hospital Affiliations
  • El Camino Hospital, Mountain View, CA
  • Stanford University Hospital, Stanford, CA
Certification
  • American Board of Ophthalmology
  • Certified LASIK Surgeon

Education and Postdoctoral Training
  • 1994-1997: Resident in Ophthalmology
    Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA
  • 1989-1993: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
    University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, Texas
  • 1985-1989: Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
    Major: Biochemistry
    University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, Texas

Honors and Awards
  • The Wallace McNutt Award for the highest achievement in Gross Anatomy (1990)
  • Dean's Scholarship (1989-1992)
  • Texas Legislative Merit Scholarship (1989)
  • Bowen Vogt Medical Science Training Scholarship (1990)
  • Wooley Memorial Scholarship (1992)
  • Scholarship for Disadvantaged Students (1991)
  • Texas Public Education Grant (1989-1992)
  • Disadvantaged Health Profession Grant (1990-1992)
  • The Mead Johnson Award for Excellence in Research (1988)
  • The National Student Research Forum Award (1988)
  • National Merit Scholarship (1971)

Recognition Awards
  • Ophthalmologist of The Year 2001 by Consumer Research Council
  • Honors by America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals 2001/2002
  • America's Top Ophthalmologist by Consumers Research Council, 2004-2005

Teaching Experience
  • Teaching Associate for Medical Gross Anatomy Course (1992)
  • Teaching Associate for Medical Neuroscience Course (1991)
  • Teaching Associate for Medical Microanatomy Course (1990)
  • Teaching Associate for Medical Biochemistry Course (1985-89)
Professional Affiliations
  • American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
  • International Society of Refractive Surgeons (ISRS)
  • California Medical Association (CMA)
  • Santa Clara County Medical Association (SCCMA)
  • American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPIO)
Publications
  • Shobha Tandon and Paul Horowitz. Detergent assisted refolding of guanidinium chloride denatured rhodanese: The effect of lauryl maltoside. J Biol Chem 261:15615-15618, 1986.
  • Shobha Tandon and Paul Horowitz. Detergent assisted refolding of guanidinium chloride denatured rhodanese: The effects of concentration and type of detergent. J Biol Chem 262:4486-4491, 1987.
  • Shobha Tandon and Paul Horowitz. The effects of lauryl maltoside on the reactivation of several enzymes after treatment with guanidinium chloride. Biochim Biophys Acta 955:19-25, 1988.
  • Shobha Tandon and Paul Horowitz. Reversible folding of rhodanese: Presence of intermediate(s) at equilibrium. J Biol Chem 264:9859-9866, 1989.
  • Shobha Tandon and Paul Horowitz. The detection of kinetic intermediate(s) during refolding of rhodanese. J Biol Chem 265:5967-5970, 1990.
Posters and Presentations
  • Shobha Tandon and Paul Horowitz. Detergent assisted refolding of rhodanese: Detection of kinetic intermediate(s). Paper presented at the Annual Meeting of National Student Research Forum, Galveston, Texas, April 1988.
  • Shobha Tandon and R. Steinberg. The effect of photo-oxidation on the level of glutathione reductase enzyme in rat photoreceptor cells. Presented at research meetings at University of California, San Francisco, CA, October 1992.
  • Shobha Tandon. Ocular manifestations in systemic lupus eythematosus. Grand Rounds at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, San Jose, CA, October 1994.
  • Shobha Tandon. Ocular manifestations in neurofibromatosis. Grand Rounds at VA Hospital, Palo Alto, CA, February 1995.
  • Shobha Tandon. Central retinal vein occlusion in multiple myeloma patient. Grand Rounds at VA Hospital, Palo Alto, CA, February 1995.
  • Shobha Tandon. Toxic optic neuropathy. Grand Rounds at Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA, March 1995.
  • Shobha Tandon, L.D. Kelly, and P. Egbert . Prediction of power of IOL: Keratometry Vs computerized videokeratography. Research project, presented at the Annual Meeting of Department of Ophthalmology, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA, September 1995.
  • Shobha Tandon. Congenital Dacryocele: Diagnosis and management. Pediatric Ophthalmology Grand Rounds at Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA, October 1995.
  • Shobha Tandon. Ocular cicatricial pemphigoid: Diagnosis and management. Cornea Grand Rounds at Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA, February 1996.
  • Shobha Tandon. Management of keratopathy in patients with aniridia. Cornea Grand Rounds at Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA, February 1996.
  • Shobha Tandon, L.D. Kelly, and P. Egbert. Prediction of power of IOL: Keratometry Vs computerized videokeratography. Poster presented at the Annual meeting of ARVO, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, April 1996.
  • Shobha Tandon. Ciliary body mass: Differential diagnosis, workup and management. Grand Rounds at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, San Jose, CA, May 1996.
  • Shobha Tandon and P. Egbert. Comparison of keratometry and computerized videokeratography in calculating the power of IOL. Research project, presented at the Annual Meeting of Department of Ophthalmology, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA, June 1996.
  • Shobha Tandon, M. Blumenkranz, and D.A. Alcorn. Ocular manifestations in hemolytic-uremic syndrome. Ophthalmology Grand Rounds at Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA, March 1997.
  • Shobha Tandon, K.S. Singh, and L.W. Roloff. Glaucoma Screening: Comparison of Nerve Fiber Layer Photo, Visual Field and Nerve Fiber Layer Analyzer-GDx. Research project, presented at the Annual Meeting of Department of Ophthalmology, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA, June 1997.
  • Shobha Tandon. Ophthalmology referral: when it is necessary? Presented in monthly meeting of Department of Family Practice, El Camino Hospital, May 1998.
 
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