Physicians
Ophthalmology
Gregory J. McCormick, MD
802.864.2010
Dr. Gregory McCormick is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in cataract, corneal, and laser refractive surgery at Ophthalmic Consultants of Vermont and Vermont Laser Vision at Timber Lane. Originally from the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont, he graduated from Harvard College and the University of Vermont College of Medicine. He completed fellowship training in corneal and laser refractive surgery after finishing his ophthalmology residency at the University of Rochester Eye Institute.
Katherine A. Lane, MD
802.864.2010
Dr. Katherine Lane is a specialist in Oculofacial Plastic and Orbital Surgery. She completed her undergraduate studies at Columbia University and received her medical degree from the College of Physicians and Surgeons at Columbia University. Dr. Lane then completed her ophthalmology residency at Wills Eye Hospital, followed by a prestigious two-year fellowship approved by the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
David A. Shiple, MD
802.864.2010
Dr. David Shiple comes to Ophthalmic Consultants of Vermont from his position as Assistant Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Rochester. Prior to his professorship, Dr. Shiple completed his undergraduate studies in Civil & Environmental Engineering at Cornell University. While working as a structural engineer, Dr. Shiple realized that a career in medicine was his calling, leading him to enroll at the University of Vermont to complete his premedical studies. He earned his medical doctorate from The Ohio State College of Medicine, where he graduated Cum Laude and was a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. After completing his ophthalmology residency at the University of Virginia, he pursued fellowship training in cornea and external disease at the University of Rochester.
Peter A. Rapoza, MD
802.864.2010
Dr. Peter Rapoza is an internationally recognized authority in refractive surgery, cataract surgery, and the medical and surgical treatment of the cornea and ocular surface. As an investigator, he has conducted studies on radial and astigmatic keratotomy, photorefractive keratectomy, LASIK, corneal transplantation, and cataract surgery. He has also participated in numerous clinical trials for ophthalmic pharmaceutical agents for the treatment of corneal transplant rejection, ocular inflammation in cataract surgery, dry eye, and ocular infections. He has worked extensively, teaching and providing medical care in Africa, the Middle East, East Asia, and South America. Dr. Rapoza has appeared on several television programs including “Connie Chung’s Eye to Eye”, CNN, and Public Broadcasting.
Christiana E. Munroe, MD
802.864.2010
Dr. Christiana Munroe is a board certified ophthalmologist who specializes in cataract surgery as well as cosmetic and reconstructive eyelid surgery. She is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and Dartmouth Medical School where she received her medical degree with honors and was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. She completed her residency at the University of Pennsylvania Eye Institute followed by a prestigious fellowship in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery at the University of Pennsylvania and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. She is an active and board certified member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Praveen H. Keshava, MD
802.775.0038
Dr. Praveen Keshava graduated Magna Cum Laude from Harvard University and received his M.D. degree from New York University School of Medicine. After completing his internship at Lenox Hill Hospital, he joined a three-year residency program at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center, where he served his final year as Chief Resident.
Juli A. Larson, MD
802.862.1808
Dr. Juli Larson is a graduate of North Park University in Chicago and the University of Illinois Medical School. After receiving her medical degree, Dr. Larson completed an internship at St. Francis Hospital in Evanston, Illinois, where she received the “Most Outstanding Intern of the Year Award.” She then completed a residency in Ophthalmology at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, where she served as Chief Resident. Dr. Larson is board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
Anesthesiology
Vincent J. Miller, MD
Dr. Miller is the President and Founder of Anesthesia Associates of Vermont. He has been a board-certified anesthesiologist since 2008, with extensive experience in caring for critically ill patients undergoing heart or lung surgery (cardiothoracic subspecialty) and regional anesthesia (nerve blocks).
Scott H. McQuilkin, DO
Dr. McQuilkin is a board-certified anesthesiologist specializing in cardiothoracic anesthesiology. He holds a Bachelor of Sciences in Molecular Biology and Physician Assistant Studies, a Master’s in Health Professions Education, and a Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine.
Pete H. Spitellie, MD
Dr. Spitellie went to medical school at the University of Washington in Seattle, where he also completed his residency in anesthesia and became board certified in anesthesiology in 2000. After starting his career in private practice, he returned to academics as an assistant professor at a level-one trauma center at the same university.
Corey Sheahan, MD
Dr. Sheahan is a board-certified anesthesiologist with a specialization in pain medicine. He is a native Vermonter originally born in Burlington. He completed his medical school education, anesthesia residency and pain medicine fellowship all at the University of Vermont. He previously practiced at UVMMC providing operating room anesthesia and interventional pain procedures. As an assistant professor, his primary academic role was in the clinical education of medical students, residents and fellows.