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
Dr. Rona Zel Silkiss M.D.'s Expert Contributions
Can children have laser eye surgery?
There are special circumstances for which a child may require laser surgery, however, it is much preferred for the child to go through puberty, complete his growth and have stable vision before contemplating a laser procedure. It would be best to consult a refractive surgeon that cares for children to answer this question in detail for your child. READ MORE
Why do my eyes hurt?
You could try using an over-the-counter tear drop or allergy drop. If your eyes are still irritated, I would suggest that you see an ophthalmologist to evaluate the many different causes for irritated, uncomfortable eyes. READ MORE
Why am I having trouble focusing my eyes?
There are many reasons to have difficulty focusing amongst the more common are dry eyes or the need for glasses. However there are also more serious conditions that can lead ho blurry vision as well. Please contact your ophthalmologist for a complete eye examination to determine the cause specific to you. READ MORE
What is used to keep your eyes open during LASIK eye surgery?
Generally, a small, delicate eyelid retractor is used to hold your eyelids open during the very short LASIK procedure. READ MORE
How successful is LASIK?
Lasik surgery can be quite successful for the right patient. An evaluation by a Board Certified Ophthalmologist trained in refractive surgery will help determine if you are a good candidate for surgery. READ MORE
My son's eyes get itchy and puffy around dogs. What should I do?
It seems that your son is allergic to dogs. Avoidance of dogs will help prevent symptoms. In the event your son cannot avoid being around dogs, he can try an over-the-counter antihistamine - either oral or eye drop or both. You can also have your son see an allergist you may be able to pinpoint the allergy and use allergy injections or oral treatment to desensitize your son. READ MORE
Can an ophthalmologist perform cataract surgery?
Yes...absolutely. A board certified ophthalmologist MD is the only specialist qualified to perform cataract surgery. READ MORE
My vision is a bit hazy since yesterday. Should I get it checked?
Yes! There are many reasons to have the new onset of hazy vision...and several are emergencies. Please contact your EyeMD ophthalmologist or even go to your emergency room for an evaluation. READ MORE
How often should diabetes patients get their eyes checked?
People with diabetes should have an ophthalmologist check their eyes at least once a year....and more often if there are any diabetic related or other concerns. READ MORE
Do I need anesthesia for a laser eye surgery?
I suggest you discuss this with your EyeMD ophthalmologist. Many cataract surgeons do provide for intravenous sedation and local anesthesia for cataract surgery. If you are having a laser procedure for a secondary cataract, anesthesia (other than topical) is generally not needed. READ MORE
Even after my cataract surgery, I have hazy vision. Why?
There are several reasons to have hazy vision after cataract surgery. For instance: the need for post-operative refraction (glasses), post-operative edema (swelling), an opacification of the posterior capsule (often called a secondary cataract), etc. All these possibilities can be diagnosed and treated by your EyeMD ophthalmologist surgeon. Please contact her to arrange for an evaluation. READ MORE
Why are my eyes watering so much?
Yes. The tearing is a response to irritation. Your eye doctor can check your eyes for a retained particle or other condition that can lead to chronic tearing. Kindly, Dr. Silkiss READ MORE
Why is my vision blurred after my cataract operation?
Ideally, your vision should be clear. May I suggest that you visit your EyeMD Ophthalmologist surgeon for an examination to evaluate for a cloudy capsule, macula edema, a refractive error, or other issue that may need treatment to improve your vision to its highest potential. Kindly, Dr. Rona Silkiss READ MORE
Why do I have a pain in my eyes when I read?
You may be experiencing dryness or eye strain. I recommend that you visit an Eye MD (ophthalmologist) or qualified optometrist to evaluate your eyes thoroughly. Kindly, Dr. Rona Silkiss 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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