Summary

Dr. Ajay Shalwala is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and vision health. He earned his medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. With 17 years of clinical experience, Dr. Shalwala brings extensive expertise to the diagnosis and treatment of various eye conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Shalwala practices at Avera Marshall Regional Medical Center in Marshall, Minnesota, and maintains an affiliation with Bayhealth Medical Center at Kent General Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, and glaucoma. He performs advanced diagnostic procedures such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography, and provides specialized treatments including anti-VEGF therapy for retinal conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 1.9 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 1.9
  • 17 years of experience
  • 40 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients
1.9 
17 Years of Experience 58 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Marshall , MNMinneapolis , MNMARSHALL , MNMarshall , MN
Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ajay Bipin Shalwala

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Avera Health Plans
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medica
  • Medica - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Nationwide
  • PreferredOne
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • Sanford Health Plan - Medicare
  • Security Life
  • South Country Health Alliance
  • State Farm - Workers’ Compensation
  • Superior Vision
  • Tricare
  • UCare
  • UCare - HMO
  • UCare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UCare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ajay Bipin Shalwala has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ajay Bipin Shalwala has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Medical School

Washington University In St Louis School Of MedicineGraduated in 2009

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Dr. Ajay Shalwala affiliated with?
Dr. Ajay Shalwala is affiliated with Bayhealth Medical Center At Kent General Hospital.
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