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Dr. Rona Zel Silkiss M.D.
Ophthalmologist
400 29th Street 315 Oakland California, 94609About
Dr. Rona Silkiss is an ophthalmologist practicing in Oakland, California. Dr. Silkiss specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Silkiss can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Silkiss can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
Education and Training
Northwestern Uniiversity 1980
Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine 1980
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
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Dr. Rona Zel Silkiss M.D.'s Expert Contributions
How do you treat viral pink eye?
The treatment of a viral pink eye depends on the signs and symptoms and the virus involved. For a routine viral pink eye, cool compresses and tear drops may be sufficient. The conjunctivitis is likely to be contagious, so careful hand washing, disposal of tissues, using your own towel and pillow cover is required. You may wish to avoid gathering with others for a few days. Viral pink eye may also be caused by Covid 19 as well as Herpes zoster or simplex. Please contact your ophthalmologist or primary care doctor to diagnose and discuss. READ MORE
Can you wear contacts with a lazy eye?
Yes. You can wear a contact lens with a lazy eye. However, if you have underlying amblyopia, the contact may not fully improve your vision. READ MORE
What eye drops are used after cataract surgery?
Each cataract surgeon has her own preferences, but in general, an anti-inflammatory or antibiotic eye drop may be prescribed. READ MORE
How do you diagnose cataracts?
It is necessary to undergo an ophthalmic examination to diagnose cataracts. During this visit, your doctor will dilate your eyes and look at the clarity of the lens with various types of equipment to see if the lens is clear or cloudy (cataract). READ MORE
What does it mean when your eyes shake side to side?
Nystagmus is an ocular condition in which the eyes shake from side to side. This condition can be congenital or acquired....and has a broad list of causes. Please refer to this website for a discussion of this condition: https://www.aao.org/eye-health/diseases/what-is-nystagmus. READ MORE
When should you see a doctor for cataracts?
Anyone over 40 should have a yearly eye exam...not only to check for cataracts, but for glaucoma and other silent eye disease. READ MORE
Can the coronavirus cause blurry vision?
The most common eye findings related to COVID 19 are enlarged, red blood vessels, swollen eyelids, excessive watering, and increased discharge. The infection also might cause light sensitivity and irritation. These symptoms are more common in people with severe infections. There are many reasons to have blurry vision. Some are serious. Please contact your ophthalmologist and over the phone (to start), discuss your symptoms. She will help guide your care and determine whether further evaluation and treatment is needed. READ MORE
How do I get new contacts during the coronavirus?
Please visit your ophthalmologist or optometrist. They are taking proper precautions and can prescribe contact lenses for you even during the Covid-19 pandemic. READ MORE
Are eye infections contagious?
Eye infections such as conjunctivitis that are caused by viruses - such as adenovirus or coronavirus - are infectious. Please discuss your child's infection with your ophthalmologist or pediatrician. READ MORE
How can you prevent cataracts from getting worse?
There are some conditions that predispose to cataract formation such as diabetes and steroid use. Sun exposure may contribute as well. Eating a healthy diet, taking care of your overall health, and using sun glasses to shield against UV light exposure may help to delay progression of cataracts. READ MORE
What happens if you blink during a cataract operation?
No worries. Your cataract surgeon will be gently holding your eyelids open with a tiny retractor. Blinking is not an issue. READ MORE
Can eye drops help watery eyes?
There are many reasons for watery eyes and many types of eye drops. Tear drops help dry eyes, allergy drops help allergic eyes, etc. It is recommended that you see an ophthalmologist to evaluate your watery eyes, discover the cause, and treat specifically for your diagnosis. READ MORE
How do you fix a blocked tear duct?
A blocked tear duct is repaired with a procedure called a dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR). This outpatient procedure can be performed endoscopically or through a tiny incision. In this procedure, a new opening is created between the tear sac and the nose bypassing the blocked duct. The success rate is over 90%. An oculoplastic surgeon would be able to help you with this surgery. READ MORE
How can I improve blurred vision?
Blurred vision can have many causes. You might need a refraction and a new pair of glasses or you might have another ocular condition regarding a different treatment. Please see an ophthalmologist to be diagnosed and treated. READ MORE
Should you close your eyes after eye drops?
Yes. It is reasonable to allow your natural blink to disperse the eye drop and let your natural tear duct system to function after eyelid closure and blink. READ MORE
Are light eyes more sensitive to sunlight?
Yes, individuals with light iris color can be more sensitive to sunlight. Everyone, however, should protect their eyes with UV 400 coated sunglasses in the sunlight to avoid ultraviolet exposure. READ MORE
What eye drops can I use for bacterial conjunctivitis?
Please be evaluated by your doctor. Your ophthalmologist may prescribe a broad spectrum antibiotic eye drop....there are many. Be aware that viral conjunctivitis (which may be a presenting sign of Covid-19) does not respond to antibacterial medication. READ MORE
Can eye doctors see floaters?
Yes. To some extent, a doctor can see a vitreous detachment or a vitreous floater when using special lenses to look inside your eye. READ MORE
Does high blood pressure cause blurry vision?
In some cases, high blood pressure can lead to blurry vision. It is advised that you visit your eye MD ophthalmologist to undergo a dilated eye examination....and discuss blood pressure control with your primary care physician. READ MORE
Can lack of sleep cause eye floaters?
No. Eye floaters are usually caused by changes in the vitreous that can occur with age or in some cases inflammation or infection. Lack of sleep does not cause floaters. READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Transconjunctival surgery.
- Eight-fold path to happiness for the cosmetic surgery patient.
- Hyaluronic acid gel (Restylane) filler for facial rhytids: lessons learned from American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery member treatment of 286 patients.
- Treatment of trichiasis using an 810-nm diode laser: an efficacy study.
- Receptor expression in orbital inflammatory syndromes and implications for targeted therapy.
- Evidence of intrathyroidal B-lymphocyte depletion after rituximab therapy in a patient with Graves' disease.
- Highly active antiretroviral therapy-associated ptosis in patients with human immunodeficiency virus.
- Evidence of orbital B and T cell depletion after rituximab therapy in Graves' ophthalmopathy.
- Congenital ectopic cilia of the upper eyelid.
- Orbital involvement in Bing-Neel syndrome.
- A merkel cell carcinoma of the lacrimal gland.
- Severe enophthalmos and lagophthalmos secondary to HIV-associated lipoatrophy.
- Re: "Human immunodeficiency virus-associated blepharoptosis".
- Orbital B-lymphocyte depletion in a treatment failure of rituximab for thyroid eye disease.
- Vismodegib for periocular and orbital basal cell carcinoma.
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Chief, Division of Ophthalmic Plastic, Reconstructive and Orbital Surgery California Pacific Medical Center 2000 - 2018
- Associate Clinical Professor, Ophthalmology University of California, San Francisco 2012 - 2018
Awards
- Achievement Award 2014 American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Senior Achievement Award 2016 American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Service Award 2014 American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Teaching Award 2017 California Pacific Medical Center
Treatments
- Pterygium
- Moles
- Birth Defects
- Birthmark
- Hyperthyroidism
- Chalazion
- Conjunctivitis
- Graves' Disease
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
- The American Ophthalmological Society
- Alpha Omega Alpha
- California Academy of Ophthalmology
- San Francisco Medical Society
- Alameda Contra Costa Medical Society
- California Medical Association
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Pacific Vision
Areas of research
Use of monoclonal antibodies in thyroid eye disease
Inflammatory markers in xanthelasma
Effect of hyaluronidase on hyaluronic acid with the central retinal artery
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