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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
What is the right age for Lasik eye surgery?
If your son has stable vision, he would be of suitable age for consideration for Lasik. It would be recommended that he see a board certified ophthalmologist specializing in refractive surgery. READ MORE
Are eye floaters a serious concern?
Floaters are a normal phenomenon as you age, however, at 24 years old, it could be a sign of ocular disease especially if associated with cloudy vision, discomfort or flashing lights. We recommend that you undergo an ophthalmologic examination to evaluate your eye health. READ MORE
Are there any side effects after laser eye surgery?
Patients that undergo laser refractive surgery may have dry eye after surgery. Additionally, the refractive correction can shift over time. You should discuss this and the potential risks and complications of surgery with your ophthalmic surgeon. READ MORE
Is seeing eye floaters normal?
Seeing floaters in normal in older individuals. You are quite young. If the floaters are new, if you are very nearsighted, or the floaters are associated with some eye discomfort, I would recommend that you see an ophthalmologist for a dilated eye examination. READ MORE
What are the symptoms of a torn retina?
You should have an examination ASAP with an ophthalmologist. A torn retina can present with flashes floaters and vision loss. A corneal abrasion, narrow angle glaucoma, iritis, etc., can present with pain. READ MORE
Why does it hurt to look in a certain direction?
Yes. You should see an ophthalmologist. There are several conditions such as myositis, thyroid eye disease, a fracture, corneal infection, etc., that can lead to discomfort with eye movement. Please contact your doctor and arrange a consultation. READ MORE
How often do I need to change my contact lenses?
This depends on the type of lens you have purchased. In general, we strongly advise that your lenses be removed each night (do not sleep in them), cleaned carefully and replaced in your eyes in the morning. If you are using daily wear lenses, you can discard the old lenses each night and use a fresh lens each morning. READ MORE
What is the difference between cryotherapy and laser treatment for retinal tears?
The retinal tear is repaired by using an instrument that "tacks" it down. Both laser and cryotherapy perform this task. Please discuss the options with your retinal specialist as there may be specific reasons for your particular recommendation. READ MORE
What can be the cause of my blurry vision?
Yes! You should absolutely see your eye doctor. There are many possible causes, but an examination by an ophthalmologist is required. READ MORE
Is a mole removal inside the eyelid safe?
There are many types of lesions that can occur on the inside of an eyelid, such as chalazia or tumors. I would suggest you see an eye MD ophthalmologist. She will be able to diagnose and treat these growths. READ MORE
Can I reduce the amount of eye floaters I have?
There is no easy solution for floaters. If they are increasing, I recommend that you see an eye MD ophthalmologist and undergo a dilated ophthalmologic examination to make sure the is no conditions (treatable) that are leading to the development of the floaters. READ MORE
Do I have pink eye?
Yes. An upper respiratory infection can be associated with conjunctivitis. This is usually viral. You may also have a bit of an allergy. If your symptoms persist, please schedule an appointment with an ophthalmologist for a complete evaluation. READ MORE
What is this bump on my eyelid?
Yes. Please visit your ophthalmologist to fully evaluate and remove if indicated this growth. Cystic lesions filled with clear fluid may be hidrocystadenomas - cysts of sweat. READ MORE
Is it normal for kids to see floaters?
No. Most children do not see floaters. Perhaps he is describing a photic image when he looks away from a bright light. I would suggest that you have him evaluated by an ophthalmologist to rule out other causes of floaters in young children. READ MORE
Is it okay to fall asleep with your contact lenses on?
It is not a good idea to sleep with contact lenses on. It predisposes you to infections, some of which can be severe. Careful hygiene and good technique is mandatory for long-term safe contact lens wear. READ MORE
Is it possible to remove an eye freckle?
Removal of spots on the eye (unless they are malignant) are not recommended. There are risks to surgery. Additionally, the removal may replace the blue mark with a red mark. Please visit your EyeMD ophthalmologist to fully evaluate your particular concern. READ MORE
What causes lesions to form within the eyelid?
It sounds like you have an eyelid stye or chalazion. We recommend that you use warm compresses. If the dilated gland on the inside of your eyelid with associated inflammation does not subside, your ophthalmologist will be able to prescribe medication to improve this. READ MORE
Can kids have astigmatism?
Yes. Children can have astigmatism. The incidence can be quite high and is a leading cause of preventable amblyopia ( lazy eye). Please make sure your son sees an EyeMD ophthalmologist for a complete eye exam and refraction to determine if he needs corrective glasses. READ MORE
What's causing son's eyes to turn red?
Your son may well have seasonal or other allergies. Try using a nonsteroidal over-the-counter eye drop to alleviate his symptoms. Take him as well to his ophthalmologist and primary care doctor to confirm the diagnosis and determine if their are other precautions you might take to make him more comfortable. READ MORE
What is enlarged optic nerve in children?
I wonder if you mean your son has increased intraocular pressure such as is found in glaucoma or enlarged optic nerves - that may be a normal variant, mistaken for drusen or myopia or even associated with neural tumors, etc.? Please have your child be evaluated by an EyeMD ophthalmologist and ask these questions for clarity. 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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