The Physicians at Alberta Retina Consultants are all clinical and surgical educators within the Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Alberta. They serve as dedicated teachers to medical students, nurses, resident physicians and clinical fellows.
Current Fellows
Dr. Jessica Ruzicki
Dr. Jessica Ruzicki was born and raised in Calgary, AB. She completed her BSc at West Texas A&M University in Texas. Dr. Ruzicki then completed medical school at the University of Calgary. Following that she completed her Ophthalmology residency at Queen’s University.
Dr. Carl Shen
Carl Shen was raised in Ontario where he completed his Bachelor of Medical Sciences at Western University followed by his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Toronto and subsequent residency training in ophthalmology at McMaster University. He and his wife Susan most enjoy spending time with their baby, Kane, and also travelling the world to take in new cuisines and cultures, exploring the outdoors and fitness, or catching a musical at the theatre.
Dr. Rosanna Martens
Rosanna Martens was born and raised in Chilliwack, British Columbia. She completed her BSc at the University of the Fraser Valley. She then went on to complete medical school and ophthalmology residency training at University of British Columbia. She enjoys skiing, hiking, travelling and spending time with her friends and family.