Ophthalmology

The Care You Need, Close to Home.

Dr. Shafranov is a board-certified ophthalmologist and glaucoma specialist who has a wide range of previous clinical and academic experience over the last 35 years. Delivering care at MDI Hospital’s Northeast Harbor Clinic, he brings a high level of care to the community. He held a position at Yale as an associate clinical professor, directing the glaucoma section and glaucoma fellowship at the Dept. of Ophthalmology. More recently he comes to MDI Hospital from EMMC Northern Light in Bangor.

Dr. Shafranov’s services and specialties include, but are not limited to:

  • Eye Exams
  • Glaucoma Treatment
  • Glaucoma Surgery
  • Standard & Advanced Cataract Surgery
  • Retinal Conditions

    Mount Desert Island Hospital and the Mount Desert Medical Center have partnered to provide year-round primary and ophthalmology care to the Northeast Harbor community. 

    9 Kimball Road
    NE Harbor
    207-801-5909

    Service Hours

    Monday 8-4:30
    Tuesday 8-4:30
    Thursday 8-4:30
    Friday 8-4:30 

    MDI Hospital

    MDI Hospital
    10 Wayman Lane
    Bar Harbor, ME 04609
    207 288-5081

    At Mount Desert Island Hospital, we provide comprehensive care for you and your family through our hospital in Bar Harbor and a network of health centers across Mount Desert Island.

    Our Providers

    George Shafranov, MD

    Ophthalmology

    207.801.5909
    Northeast Harbor Clinic

    Care Philosophy: “As your local doctor, I’m here to provide you with the care you need, when you need it. I blend passion, compassion, and expertise to ensure you get the care you deserve, right here in our community. My goal is simple: I want my patients to feel at ease, while you’re in my care. I’m not just a doctor; I’m proud to be a part of our island community, committed to ensuring your comfort and well-being”

    George Shafranov, MD provides care at MDI Hospital’s Ophthalmology Department in the Northeast Harbor Clinic, located in Northeast Harbor. Dr. Shafranov’s specialty lies in ophthalmology with his medical interests including glaucoma diagnostics and management, and complex cataract surgery.

    Dr. Shafranov has served as an investigator for major national studies: Ocular Hypertension Treatment Study (OHTS), and Advanced Glaucoma Intervention Study (AGIS), lectured as an Invited speaker for various national and international ophthalmology meetings, and co-authored “Shields’ Textbook of Glaucoma”, 5th edition, among many other notable honors and professional experiences.

    Dr. Shafranov came to MDI because of his love for Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island. Outside of work, he enjoys photography, traveling, hiking, books, technology, psychology, many other interests.

    Dr. Shafranov’s shares this message to current and/or prospective patients: “As your local doctor, I’m here to provide you with the care you need, when you need it. I blend passion, compassion, and expertise to ensure you get the care you deserve, right here in our community. My goal is simple: I want my patients to feel at ease, while you’re in my care. I’m not just a doctor; I’m proud to be a part of our island community, committed to ensuring your comfort and well-being.”

    George Shafranov, MD

    Ophthalmology