Duaa Sharfi, M.D.

About Dr. Sharfi

Dr. Duaa Sharfi is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in oculoplastic and reconstructive surgery, including eyelid malpositions, orbital pathology, lacrimal system disorders, and facial rejuvenation procedures. She grew up between Muscat and Khartoum and earned her undergraduate degree in neuroscience from the University of Illinois at Chicago, graduating magna cum laude. Dr. Sharfi remained at the University of Illinois to obtain her medical degree, where she focused on Global Medicine. She then completed her Ophthalmology Residency at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, Mount Sinai. Soon after, Dr. Sharfi pursued her ASOPRS fellowship, and Global Ophthalmology Fellowship, focused on Oculofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Emory University.

Dr. Sharfi has an impressive background in research, with multiple publications to her name. She has led several capacity-building projects, including the development of clinical training modules and community outreach programs in Sudan, Ethiopia, and Rwanda. Fluent in both English and Arabic and conversational in Tagalog, she effectively communicates with patients from diverse backgrounds.

From a young age, Dr. Sharfi always had a deep fascination with intricate tasks, particularly those requiring precision and a steady hand. This interest naturally evolved into a love for working with her hands, and she found herself drawn to the delicate art of surgery. Her journey into ophthalmology began through a personal experience—volunteering in the Retinoblastoma clinic in Sudan and taking her father to his ophthalmology visits. Watching the impact that skilled care had on his vision and quality of life left a lasting impression on her. It was in those moments, sitting in the clinic, that she realized the profound impact of this field. Ophthalmology beautifully merges her passion for surgery with the opportunity to make a tangible difference in a patient’s life.

Dr. Sharfi believes in patient-forward and evidence-based models of care. She aims to foster therapeutic relationships built on patient autonomy and empowerment, compassionate care and shared decision making. Outside of her medical practice, Dr. Sharfi enjoys yoga, playing tennis, and curating mixtapes and menus for friends and family.