Bonnie Sklar, MD
A board-certified, fellowship-trained ophthalmologist specializing in cornea, cataract, and refractive surgery.
Fellowship-Trained in Cornea, Cataract & Refractive Surgery
Dr. Bonnie Sklar is a board-certified and fellowship-trained ophthalmologist who specializes in cornea, cataract, and refractive surgery. She takes pride in providing compassionate, personalized care and helping every patient achieve their best possible vision.
Her clinical interests include complex and premium cataract surgery with femtosecond laser technology, laser vision correction, corneal transplantation (DMEK, DSEK, PKP), corneal cross-linking for keratoconus, and treatment of ocular surface disease. She has authored numerous publications in leading ophthalmology journals and presented her research at national conferences.
Passionate about global health – and expanding access to vision care worldwide.
Dr. Sklar has volunteered on medical missions in Honduras, Sierra Leone, Kenya, and Mongolia, helping perform sight-restoring surgeries—and brings that same compassionate, personalized care to every patient at home.
A Distinguished Career in Ophthalmology
Johns Hopkins University
Dr. Sklar completed her undergraduate studies in Neuroscience at Johns Hopkins University, where she was elected to the Phi Beta Kappa Society.
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
She received her medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City.
Residency at Wills Eye Hospital
Dr. Sklar completed her ophthalmology residency at the renowned Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia, one of the nation’s leading centers for ophthalmic care.
Fellowship at Duke University Eye Center
She completed her fellowship in Cornea, External Disease, and Refractive Surgery at Duke University Eye Center, where she earned the Golden Apple Award for her outstanding teaching and mentorship.
Global Health & Medical Missions
Passionate about expanding access to vision care worldwide, Dr. Sklar has volunteered on medical missions in Honduras, Sierra Leone, Kenya, and Mongolia, helping perform sight-restoring surgeries.
Published Author & National Presenter
Dr. Sklar has authored numerous publications in leading ophthalmology journals and presented her research at national conferences.
Recognition & Distinctions
Board Certified and Fellowship-Trained Ophthalmologist
Fellowship in Cornea, External Disease & Refractive Surgery at Duke University Eye Center
Recipient of the Golden Apple Award for outstanding teaching and mentorship
Ophthalmology residency at the renowned Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia
Medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Neuroscience degree from Johns Hopkins University; elected to Phi Beta Kappa
Volunteer surgeon on medical missions in Honduras, Sierra Leone, Kenya, and Mongolia
Author of numerous publications in leading ophthalmology journals
Dr. Sklar's Specialties
Cataract Surgery
Complex and premium cataract surgery with advanced femtosecond laser technology for clear, personalized results.
LASIK
Laser vision correction to reduce dependence on glasses and contact lenses with a personalized approach.
Corneal Crosslinking
Corneal cross-linking to strengthen the cornea and slow the progression of keratoconus.
Pterygium
Diagnosis and surgical treatment of pterygium to protect the ocular surface and preserve clear, comfortable vision.
Schedule Your Visit with Dr. Sklar
When she is not caring for patients, Dr. Sklar enjoys traveling, spending time with her family, and exploring the outdoors. The same compassion she brings to her global work guides every patient she treats—schedule your appointment today.