Dr. Rona Zel Silkiss M.D., Ophthalmologist
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Dr. Rona Zel Silkiss M.D.

Ophthalmologist

5/5(1)
400 29th Street 315 Oakland California, 94609
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5/5

About

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

Female Spanish, French 41 years of experience
Dr. Rona Zel Silkiss M.D.
Dr. Rona Zel Silkiss M.D.'s Expert Contributions
  • How do you stop the spread of conjunctivitis?

    Good hand washing! Avoid touching your eyes, use your own towel and pillow cover. Do not leave tissues around for others to touch. READ MORE

  • What causes sharp stabbing pain in the eye?

    There are many reasons to have a sharp pain in the eye. They include a dry eye or foreign body or lash in the eye, One can also have a viral (herpetic) infection of the cornea, elevation of pressure in the eye, etc., that can lead to this discomfort. It is recommended that you seek the advice of an ophthalmologist to evaluate your particular situation. READ MORE

  • What is a good vitamin for dry eyes?

    You should eat a diet rich in Omega- 3 fatty acids and Vitamin A. READ MORE

  • Why do my eyes hurt after sleeping?

    Perhaps your eyes are getting dry, or you have an allergy to the feathers in your pillows, or you are burying your eyes into your pillow....or you don't take out your contact lenses every night. You may even have an increase in your intraocular pressure in the dark. I would recommend that you seek the evaluation of an ophthalmologist to check your eye health. READ MORE

  • What eye drops can I use for watery eyes?

    You may wish to try an over-the-counter allergy drop such as Alaway or Zaditor. Check for allergens in your environment such as feather pillows, pollens, pets, etc. If your symptoms do improve, please see your eye doctor. READ MORE

  • Can you get rid of cataracts without surgery?

    Unfortunately, no. However, cataract surgery is a highly successful and efficient treatment. READ MORE

  • Can stress cause light sensitivity?

    Stress itself does not cause light sensitivity....but it does make us more sensitive and perhaps less tolerant of irritations around us. Additionally, there are ophthalmic syndromes that can be induced by stress, especially in men. If you feel that your vision has changed, please see an ophthalmologist for a full evaluation. READ MORE

  • Should you take off work with conjunctivitis?

    This depends on the type of work that you do and the type of conjunctivitis. If you have viral conjunctivitis and are in contact with people that may contract the condition, please either stay home, or be mindful of the surfaces and people you touch. READ MORE

  • What causes eyes to not focus together?

    There are several reasons for the eyes not to track together, such as underlying strabismus, cranial nerve palsies and other neurologic problems, refractive errors, etc. May I suggest you discuss your particular situation with an ophthalmologist. READ MORE

  • Can eye vision ever improve naturally?

    There are many reasons for poor vision. Most cases of naturally poor vision do not improve. Poor vision from some acquired conditions may change. Please see your eye doctor for an evaluation. READ MORE

  • What causes pressure in your eyes?

    Glaucoma is a medical condition associated with elevated pressure in your eyes. You can feel a pressure sensation for many other reasons including sinus congestion, allergies, dry eyes, etc. Please schedule an appointment with your ophthalmologist to evaluate. READ MORE

  • How can I hydrate my eyes?

    You can use artificial tear drops for your eyes. These drops are available over the counter. Additionally, you can increase your intake of fish oil or omega-3. READ MORE

  • How can I improve my astigmatism naturally?

    There is no natural treatment that I am aware of. Please contact your ophthalmologist to discuss options to improve vision. READ MORE

  • Will eye floaters go away on their own?

    Floaters generally settle out of the visual field. If they do not, or if they worsen, an examination with your ophthalmologist would be in order. READ MORE

  • What are the treatment options for myopia?

    The options vary widely depending on one's age, degree of astigmatism, pre-existing cataract, etc. I suggest that you see a refractive MD Ophthalmologist who can discuss the options for you including glasses, contact lenses, refractive surgery and even lens removal and replacement. READ MORE

  • Do blue light glasses really help?

    The data is not in. Please refer to this article from the American Macular Society: Blue Light The scientific evidence implicates blue light as a risk factor in contributing to the onset or progression of macular degeneration, as well as other eye diseases such as cataracts. However, the blue light emitted from the sun and the blue light emitted from electronic devices are significantly different. While most of the research agrees that UV blocking sunglasses are an important protective measure against sunlight exposure, the research on blue light emitted from electronic devices is contradictory and inconclusive. Studies such as this one https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-018-28254-8#Abs1 verify that blue light can cause damage at greater intensities, but the findings of such studies tend to get extrapolated by the press or marketing campaigns to implicate all blue light as damaging, including that emitted from electronic devices. However, this study, and others, did not show effects. READ MORE

  • How do you stop having watery eyes?

    There are many reasons for watery eyes, such as dry eyes, allergies, eyelid irregularities, abnormal lash orientation, even blocked tear ducts. You should be evaluated by an ophthalmologist to determine the cause and treatment in your situation. READ MORE

  • Is seeing flashes bad?

    Seeing flashes could be a sign of a retinal issue (hole or tear), vitreous issue (vitreous peeling away), an ophthalmic migraine or other issue. I advise you to see your ophthalmologist for a dilated eye examination. READ MORE

  • How long does cataract surgery last?

    The procedure should last your lifetime. READ MORE

  • What eye treatment is needed for a child who sees spots?

    I would suggest that you bring your daughter to an eye MD ophthalmologist for a vision check and dilated examination. There are both serious and non-serious conditions for which your child should be evaluated. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

Cosmetic eyelid surgery, blepharoplastyCosmetic eyelid surgery, blepharoplasty, ptosis, entropion, ectropion, eyelid cancer, orbital disease, thyroid eye disease, cosmetic fillers, Botox, blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm

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

Dr. Rona Zel Silkiss M.D.'s Practice location

Silkiss Eye Surgery

400 29th Street 315 -
Oakland, California 94609
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711 Van Ness Avenue 340 -
San Francisco, California 94102
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1820 San Miguel 340 -
Walnut Creek, California 94596
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686 Mowry Avenue -
Fremont, California 94536
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100 Tamal Plaza 120 -
Corte Madera, California 94925
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1805 El Camino Real 100 -
Palo Alto, California 94306
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Silkiss Eye Surgery

15051 Hesperian Boulevard D -
San Leandro, California 94578
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Dr. Rona Zel Silkiss M.D. has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 1 patient. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Ophthalmologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.
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