Dr. Anita Shane, M.D.

Retina Specialist and Founder of Venice Retina

Dr. Anita Shane is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained retina surgeon. She founded Venice Retina so patients in Venice, North Port, Englewood, and Nokomis could receive specialized retina care close to home.

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Dr. Anita Shane, M.D.

Retina Specialist and Founder of Venice Retina

Dr. Anita Shane is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained retina surgeon. She founded Venice Retina so patients in Venice, North Port, Englewood, and Nokomis could receive specialized retina care close to home.

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Meet Dr. Anita Shane

Dr. Shane grew up in the Clearwater area and chose to build her practice on Florida’s Gulf Coast. At Venice Retina she diagnoses and treats diseases of the retina and vitreous. Her patients range from people managing macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease to those with retinal tears and detachments that need surgery.

She trained at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, ranked the top ophthalmology program in the United States, for both residency and a two-year vitreoretinal surgery fellowship. In her second fellowship year she was selected as Chief Resident and Director of the Ocular Trauma Service.

At Venice Retina she works alongside Gabriel Dib, FNP-C, and Kayla Fischer, PA-C.

  • Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

  • Fellowship-trained in vitreoretinal surgery at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute

  • Credentialed at Sarasota Memorial Hospital in Venice and Sarasota

  • Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Retina Specialists

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Dr. Anita Shane, ophthalmologist and retina specialist at Venice Retina in Venice, Florida

Dr. Shane’s Path to Venice Retina

The training behind her care, from Houston to Miami to Venice.

#1

Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, where Dr. Shane completed her residency and retina fellowship, is ranked the top ophthalmology program in the United States.

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Valedictorian

Graduated first in her class at Palm Harbor University High School, then was selected as a Rice/Baylor Scholar in Houston.

Two Degrees in Three Years

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Bioengineering and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics at Rice University.

Medical Degree

Graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston.

Ophthalmology Residency

Trained at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, ranked the top ophthalmology program in the United States.

Retina Surgery Fellowship

Stayed at Bascom Palmer for two more years of vitreoretinal surgery training and was selected as Chief Resident and Director of the Ocular Trauma Service.

Founded Venice Retina

Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, she founded Venice Retina to bring full-time retina care to South Sarasota County.

★★★★★

“Dr. Shane is a gentle, kind person with a sense of humor and just a great personality. Add to that she is an outstanding doctor. She did an outstanding job on my surgery as well as my routine care. I think so much of her I moved 2 hours away but kept her as a doctor. I owe my eyesight to her. I highly recommend her.”

Dan Sobien, Venice Retina patient Google review

Why Patients in Venice Choose Dr. Shane

  • Close to home. Patients in Venice, North Port, and Englewood can see a fellowship-trained retina surgeon without the drive to Sarasota.

  • On call around the clock. Dr. Shane practices in Venice, and a physician is on call 24 hours a day.

  • Time to explain. She explains your scans and answers your questions before you decide on treatment.

  • Ongoing care. Gabriel and Kayla both give eye injections in Venice, so regular treatment stays close to home.

Medical and Surgical Retina Care in Venice

Many of these treatments take place right in our Venice office.

Eye Injections

Injections deliver medicine into the eye to treat wet macular degeneration, diabetic macular edema, and retinal vein occlusion.

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Syfovre and Izervay

These newer injections slow geographic atrophy, the advanced form of dry macular degeneration, to help protect remaining vision.

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Valeda Light Therapy

Gentle red and near-infrared light supports retinal cells in intermediate dry macular degeneration. Sessions are painless.

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Retinal Laser

Laser can seal a retinal tear before it becomes a detachment and treat leaking vessels from diabetic retinopathy.

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Retinal Surgery

Dr. Shane performs vitrectomy, scleral buckle, pneumatic retinopexy, and membrane peel surgery to repair the retina.

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Retinal Imaging

A dilated exam, OCT scans, and fluorescein angiography help diagnose problems early and track how treatment is working.

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Medical and Surgical Retina Care in Venice

Many of these treatments take place right in our Venice office.

Eye Injections

Injections deliver medicine into the eye to treat wet macular degeneration, diabetic macular edema, and retinal vein occlusion.

Learn More

Syfovre and Izervay

These newer injections slow geographic atrophy, the advanced form of dry macular degeneration, to help protect remaining vision.

Learn More

Valeda Light Therapy

Gentle red and near-infrared light supports retinal cells in intermediate dry macular degeneration. Sessions are painless.

Learn More

Retinal Laser

Laser can seal a retinal tear before it becomes a detachment and treat leaking vessels from diabetic retinopathy.

Learn More

Retinal Surgery

Dr. Shane performs vitrectomy, scleral buckle, pneumatic retinopexy, and membrane peel surgery to repair the retina.

Learn More

Retinal Imaging

A dilated exam, OCT scans, and fluorescein angiography help diagnose problems early and track how treatment is working.

Learn More
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Conditions Dr. Shane Treats

Macular Degeneration

Diabetic Retinopathy

Retinal Tears and Detachment

Flashes and Floaters

Macular Edema

Macular Hole

Macular Pucker

Retinal Vein Occlusion

Sudden Change in Your Vision? Call Right Away.

Some retinal problems, such as a retinal tear or detachment, need treatment the same day. If something suddenly looks different, do not wait for it to clear up on its own. A physician is on call 24 hours a day.

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Call us if you notice:

  • A sudden shower of new floaters

  • Flashes of light in your side vision

  • A curtain or shadow moving across your vision

  • Straight lines that suddenly look wavy or bent

  • Sudden blurring or loss of vision in one eye

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about seeing Dr. Shane in Venice.

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A retina specialist is an ophthalmologist with extra training in diseases of the retina and the vitreous, the gel that fills the back of the eye. The retina is the thin layer of tissue that senses light and sends images to the brain.

Dr. Shane treats conditions such as macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal tears and detachments, macular holes, macular pucker, and blocked retinal blood vessels. Many patients are sent to her by their optometrist or general ophthalmologist when a problem in the back of the eye needs a specialist.

Many patients can schedule directly by calling 941-202-1900. Some insurance plans ask for a referral from your primary care doctor or eye doctor first. Our front desk can help you check what your plan requires.

If your eye doctor has already found a problem, ask them to send your records and imaging to our office. That helps Dr. Shane prepare for your visit.

We start by checking your vision and eye pressure. Most first visits include dilating drops, which widen the pupil so Dr. Shane can see the entire retina. We also take imaging such as an OCT scan.

Dr. Shane then examines your eyes, reviews the images with you, and explains what she finds. If you need treatment, she will walk you through your options. Dilation and imaging take time, so plan for a longer first visit.

Dilation blurs vision for several hours. Most patients are comfortable driving after dilation. We welcome you to bring a driver if you have any concern.

Yes. Dr. Shane is a fellowship-trained vitreoretinal surgeon and is credentialed at Sarasota Memorial Hospital in Venice and Sarasota. She performs operations such as vitrectomy, scleral buckle, and membrane peel.

Office procedures such as eye injections, laser, and pneumatic retinopexy take place in Venice. Operations take place in an operating room, and your follow-up visits are at our Venice office.

Treatment depends on the type and stage. Wet macular degeneration is usually treated with eye injections that stop leaking blood vessels. Some patients may be candidates for the Susvimo implant, which delivers medicine over several months.

For intermediate dry macular degeneration, options include AREDS2 vitamins and Valeda light therapy. For geographic atrophy, the advanced form of dry macular degeneration, Syfovre and Izervay injections can slow the disease. Dr. Shane will recommend the approach that fits your eyes.

Venice Retina works as part of Shane Retina, the retina practice Dr. Thomas Shane founded in Sarasota. Dr. Anita Shane founded Venice Retina and practices there.

This connection gives Venice patients access to a larger team of retina specialists, two more offices in Sarasota, and a physician on call around the clock.

Call Venice Retina at 941-202-1900, or send a request through our contact page and our team will call you back. New patient forms are available on our Forms and Insurance page.

If you have sudden flashes, new floaters, or a shadow over your vision, tell our team when you call so we can see you as soon as possible.

What Patients Say About Dr. Shane

Patients often describe Dr. Shane as thorough and unhurried, and say she takes time to explain their diagnosis in terms they understand.

cindy nelson
1 month ago
Dr Shane and her staff are friendly and professional. Testing is always precise Dr Shane cares about her patients and takes time to explain things I highly recommend Dr Shane and her staff.
Jenifer Parker
1 month ago
Dr Shane and her staff are very caring and knowledgeable. The appointments run pretty much on time, and none of the three hour wait like Center for Sight. She takes the time to explain procedures, what is involved, what to expect, and when she is suggesting them.
Diane Crawford
1 month ago
Dr Shane and the all of her staff are extremely knowledgeable, caring and friendly. She does not rush you out and she listens to you. I highly recommend Dr Shane!!
Debbie Marcolini
4 months ago
I can’t say enough about Dr. Anita Shane! I first saw her while in Florida after noticing a flashing light in the corner of my eye, and I was diagnosed with PVD in February 2025. At my follow-up a year later, I mentioned a bad headache, neck ache, and jaw pain I’d been having. She wasted no time sending me for lab work, called that night with the results, and immediately referred me to specialists. Dr. Shane and her office staff are the best — thank you for saving my eyesight, and possibly my life!
Peggy Kramer
4 months ago
This office is first rate! The office staff, the techs, the NP and Dr Shane are helpful, quick to respond, welcoming, supportive, and knowledgeable. They nail it every time I see them in office or call with a question. I recommend this office to all who have the need for retina professionals.
Deanna Sliger
5 months ago
Dr. Shane and her entire stff are excellent and professional! I highly recommend them for diabetic patients and anyone with eye problems. She remains positive and optimistic, even when things are not well with your eyes
Jim Tretter
5 months ago
Venice Retina is truly a top-notch ophthalmology clinic . The front desk is quick to check you in, the techs who prep you for your exam are knowledgeable and efficient, and Dr Shane is extremely thorough and highly competent. Follow-up from my visit was immediate. A very well run clinic.
Marlene Rosohac
5 months ago
Dr. Shane and her team display the level of care compassion and professionalism that goes beyond what you would expect. The first ever in my experience that would be available to you 24 hours a day! Excellent group!
David Meadows
7 months ago
I am visiting from out of town and my current Retina Specialist had set up the appointment for me to be screened for an ongoing issue. My first response from Doug was incredibly friendly and professional. Everything was set up including pre-approval from my insurance company. We arrived early just in case I needed to fill out any other paperwork. First class office staff. The experience with Doug , the techs and Dr. Shane were extremely detailed and friendly. The equipment is state of art.We were so impressed my wife filled out the new patient documents for our future trips and retirement here.The office is extremely convenient to our neighborhood in Englewood. We would highly recommend this practice and Dr. Shane. She even provided us with recommendations for other Specialist we will need.
Ann Bezemer
7 months ago
Dr. Shane was the most helpful and kindest person we’ve met in a long time! She took her time and explained everything what was going on with Clem ‘s eye and why he didn’t need the shots the 3 times we saw her. We were sad we didn’t get to see her at the last visit to say a proper thank you and good bye
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Where Dr. Shane Sees Patients

Dr. Shane sees patients at Venice Retina on Venetia Bay Boulevard, near the heart of Venice.

Address: 871 Venetia Bay Blvd, Suite 115, Venice, Florida 34285

Phone: 941-202-1900

Fax: (941) 786-3358

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. Physician on call 24/7.

Serving: Venice, North Port, Englewood, Nokomis, Osprey, and Port Charlotte

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Map showing Venice Retina at 871 Venetia Bay Boulevard in Venice, Florida

Meet the Rest of Our Venice Team

Dr. Shane works alongside Gabriel Dib, FNP-C, and Kayla Fischer, PA-C.

Gabriel Dib, FNP-C, nurse practitioner and retina specialist at Venice Retina

Gabriel Dib, FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner & Retina Specialist

More than 20 years of retina experience, including 11 years as a retinal surgeon in Venezuela. Cares for patients in English and Spanish.

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Kayla Fischer, PA-C, physician assistant at Venice Retina

Kayla Fischer, PA-C

Physician Assistant · Eye Injections & Valeda

Gives eye injections and Valeda light therapy to patients with macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and other retinal conditions.

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Schedule Your Visit With Dr. Shane

Whether your eye doctor found a problem, you have noticed a change in your vision, or you need ongoing treatment, Dr. Shane and our team are here to help. Call us or send a request, and we will find a time that works for you.

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