Today I saw Dr. Jay Wang at North California Retina Vitreous Associates for a new concern in my…read moreleft eye, which previously had a retinal detachment repaired with a scleral buckle. My surgeon left Stanford and I have been doing my annual visits with Dr wang from last 3 years. Given my history, I was understandably anxious about new visual symptoms. Dr. Wang's credentials and expertise are impressive, and I appreciated that he was able to examine my retina and confirm that he did not see any new tears, holes, or signs of retinal detachment. But the check was barely even for a minute. I left the appointment feeling that I would have benefited from more explanation and discussion. My symptom was new and unusual, and because it was in the same eye that had previously detached, I had many questions about possible causes and what I should watch for going forward. The visit felt very brief, and I would have appreciated a little more time to understand his assessment and next steps. I respect Dr. Wang's expertise and the reassurance that my retina looked stable. My feedback is that spending a few additional minutes explaining findings and addressing patient concerns would make the experience even better, especially for patients with a history of retinal surgery who may come in feeling anxious. Overall, I appreciate his knowledge and I hope future visits allow for a little more patient discussion and education.

This team is incredibly efficient. There are many tests that need to be performed on my eyes before…read moreI see Dr Wang, and they breeze through these with minimal wait time. All of my info is available for Dr Wang to view as he works through my exam. Luckily my issues are holding steady. I think he enjoys giving me the good news. I'm so happy with Doctor and team!

I would like to thank Dr. George Yang and the staff at San Jose Eye Institute and Peninsular Eye…read moreSurgery Center. Dr. Yang spent a long time at my first consultation explaining different IOL options in detail. I chose Johnson & Johnson's Eyhance lens and had cataract surgery with him in March 2022. Eyhance gives me clear distance vision (20/20) and also helps with intermediate tasks like using a computer. I still need reading glasses for close-up work (30-60 cm), and I sometimes wear them while cooking. However, overall, I'm very happy -- no glare, no blurriness, and I enjoy driving, makeup, TV, and more without glasses. Another option was Vivity, which may offer better near vision but possibly slightly less sharp distance vision than Eyhance. I chose Eyhance because I wanted the clearest possible distance vision. Cataract surgery results vary by person. I recommend meeting Dr. Yang and choosing the lens that fits your lifestyle best.

Seven years ago, my new optometrist sent me to Dr. Yang to check a risk of glaucoma due to a narrow…read moreangle condition. Patiently, Dr. Yang saw me every 6-9 months to monitor the evolution of my angles. This year, he decided the time had come and did a cataract surgery and installed modern light adjustable lenses. As a skilled and seasoned surgeon, he was able to remove most of my astigmatism. For the first time in my life, I can do a lot of activities without wearing glasses. And I'm no longer at risk of glaucoma. :) I'm thankful to Dr. Yang and his staff for the way they treated me during this scary (to me) and lengthy procedure (it takes a few months for the healing to complete and the lenses to be adjusted with UVs).

After having Trabeculectomy surgery in 2015. My IOP was 4 post surgery. He said not to worry about…read moreit and that we should have at least 6 month to correct my IOP. 6 months later and 2 additional surgeries, my IOP went up to 14. After waiting months after my last surgery, my eyesight in my right eye didn't return. He sent me to a Retina specialist, who informed my that I had Hypotony Maculopathy and my eyesight would NEVER return. I cried all the way home driving from that appointment!!! I went to Stanford to have a second opinion and was seen by a retia specialist. The Retina Specialist confirmed the diagnosis. My life is' the same...I wish I could give him a 0 star rating...THANKS!!!! WARNING!!!! pic of my right eye post treb (GRAPHIC)

Dr. Tayeri is a very good ophthalmologist and a good human being. Been going to him for years. I…read moretrust him with my precious eyesight. I recommend him highly

On Saturday morning, I was at work and started noticing random flashing light in my right eye at…read morearound 4am. Knowing I'm at a higher risks for having retina detachment due to being severely near sighted, it was a huge concern. Immediately gave my optometrist a call to his emergency contact number as soon as I got off shift. Unfortunately, he wasn't in the office that day, but he knew the severity of a possible retina detachment (blindness) so gave me numbers to 2 other eye surgery centers in town. Once again, neither places could see me until at least Monday. Lucky for me, since we were planning on driving up north to the Bay Area that day already, I figured I might as well contact one of the eyes surgery centers here. I saw California Retina Institute on google search shows to open 24/7, thought it was odd, but I gave them a call anyway. To my surprise, Dr. Silva picked up the call himself. Told him my symptoms and that we live several hours away, was hoping he could get me in the next day. Astonishingly, he said he could see me the same day, and asked if 7pm would be enough time for us to get to the office A little of his background, which I had to make sure I look it up before hand, in case I'd end up needing to get surgery from him, which I did. Graduated from Harvard, Cambridge, Stanford, and Wharton university, respectively. Just seeing that was more than impressive enough for me, moreover, he's been on faculty staff at Stanford University since 2014. As we were driving, he called me personally from his cellphone to see where we were at, and if we were arriving earlier, he could see me earlier if needs to due to the urgency of the matter. Since he was going back n forth between his office and Stanford University, he decided to have us come to Stanford University Eye Institute instead since it'd work out better time n distance wise. When we arrive, it was obviously after hour, the building was locked, but he met up with us personally and immediately took me in to start running different eye exams. It ended up being a retina tear, which wasn't as critical as retina detachment, but if left untreated, there's a 50/50% chance of it ends up detaching eventually within days or weeks. Evidently, it was a no brainer for me to say yes to surgery. Once again, I thought I'd have to at least come back the next day for it, since it was almost 8pm, to my disbelief, Dr.Silva said he could do it right away, which would only take about 5mins, no need for any anesthesia. He did a laser treatment which helped seal the tear. It wasn't painful at all, just a little uncomfortable when super bright light keeps shooting straight into your eyeball for a good 10secs, several rounds. This was 100% the BEST medical experience I have had with any provider or facility. I really can't recommend or rave enough about Dr. Silva and California Retina Institute! If you have any major eyes issues, I highly highly recommend Dr. Silva!

I recently had the horrifying experience of a loss of clear sight over a holiday weekend. After…read morecalling numerous doctors that were closed I was fortunate to schedule an appointment within mere hours with Dr. Silva. Upon arriving in an extremely panicked state I was taken care of by his staff in a very efficient manner and then examined by the doctor. He was informative, concise and very responsive to my questions and his manner immediately put me in a more relaxed state. The necessary surgery was performed right then! WOW! I am now two weeks post surgery and recovering nicely (yay!). I simply cannot recommend his services highly enough. If you have a history, as I do, of eye concerns then this is the place to be for exceptional care. On a scale of 1-10 Dr. Silva is an easy 12 in all respects!

Dr. Lally performed cataract surgery on both eyes, and I have 20/20 vision again. What I…read moreappreciate most is that she is thorough in her examinations, videos and materials were organized for your review, and I was provided a pre and post surgery package detailing everything that was explained verbally during my appointment. Therefore, no surprises! The medical staff are qualified and so kind. I've been through most exams with Craig whom was great to partner with as he preps you for your eye exams with Dr. Lally. Dr. Lally "raises the bar' as a surgeon, and as a medical care professional that ensures your arrival and departure from her office are an excellent experience. Her level of experience as a surgeon and detail oriented nature allow you to trust in her recommendations for your best eye care solutions. I can see vividly now, and also this procedure has eliminated the extensive 'eye strain' required to previously see details. I am learning to relax the muscles around my eyes, and less tension is less headaches. One last thought, follow the post op care instructions to the letter. They are organized so well that you don't have to think about what to do. I had a very smooth recovery as a result. FYI Thank you, Dr. Lally and medical team!

I consulted this opthalmologist for cataract evaluation. After completing all required diagnostic…read moretests, she informed me that I had astigmatism and would need a Toric intraocular lens. Four months later after returning from an extended trip abroad I saw her again. At this visit, she stated that now I had WMD (Wet Mascular Degeneration) and required afilbercept injections. When I asked why this condition had not been identified during my initial evaluation, she responded that "it happens sometimes" I received 3 injections with no improvement. I monitor my vision daily using an Amsler grid, and I have never observed distortion or changes. When I asked about proceeding with cataract surgery she told me I need additional injections space 6, 8, 10, 12 weeks apart and that my cataract was only mild -- contradicting her earlier assessment. I sought a second opinion from another opthalmologist (Retinal Diagnostic Center) who confirmed that I do not have WMD and do not require injections For 3 injections, more than $5000 was billed to my insurance and I paid nearly $600 in copays Based on my experience, I do not find this physician trustwortthy. She did not provide clear explanations or review my imaging with me and her assessments were inconsistent

As an artist, my eyes are especially important to me. But before undergoing cataract surgery, I…read moredidn't really dare, or even want to call myself an artist. My severe nearsightedness and astigmatism kept getting worse, and I was seeing less and less clearly. I blamed it on a lack of talent, thinking this was simply the limit of what I could ever become. Through a friend's recommendation, I met Dr. George Yang. After a thorough examination, Dr. Yang confirmed that the only way to improve my condition was through cataract surgery. Even then, I still had many doubts. Surgery is an invasive treatment, and I was afraid that if it failed, the rest of my life would become very difficult. Whenever I hesitated and couldn't make up my mind, he patiently returned my phone calls and answered all of my questions without irritation. Eventually, I overcame my fears and decided to move forward with the surgery. Following Dr. Yang's recommendation, I chose a special lens that had been introduced at his clinic about a year earlier -- one that allows the prescription to be adjusted up to three times after surgery using light treatments. The surgeries went very smoothly: first my right eye, then my left eye two weeks later. I chose distance vision correction for both eyes. The surgeries were performed at Peninsula Eye Surgery Center, where the medical staff took wonderful care of me. After the surgeries, Dr. Yang examined my eyes again and again to determine when my vision had stabilized enough for the light adjustments. During the process, he also helped me decide to have my weaker eye assist more with near vision while my stronger eye focused on distance vision. He prescribed Xiidra eye drops to stimulate tear production so that the measurements of my vision would not be distorted by dry eyes. I could truly feel how seriously Dr. Yang took my treatment. He never rushed through the three light-adjustment sessions simply to complete my case. On the contrary, because there are only three opportunities for light treatment and the benefit becomes limited afterward, he used each session very carefully. If the measurement on a given day differed significantly from the previous visit, he would ask me to continue using the eye drops and wait until my prescription stabilized before proceeding with another adjustment. This process stretched over more than a year, and I am deeply grateful for the professionalism, compassion, and patience Dr. Yang demonstrated throughout my treatment. Now, I have recovered very well and can see clearly again. I can drive without glasses, and if the print is not too small, I can even read without reading glasses. Best of all, when I paint, I can finally distinguish subtle variations in color. I used to think my abilities were lacking, but now I realize there were many things I simply could not see before. Now that I can truly see, I also feel more confident in myself. I introduce myself as an artist, because I finally believe I can achieve a certain artistic standard. I am deeply thankful to Dr. Yang for giving me a brighter future and a better quality of life.

f you are looking for a top-tier ophthalmologist in San Jose, Dr. George Yang is the best. After 8…read moreyears of seeing him, I can say his dedication to his patients is unmatched. My recent cataract surgery was a huge success because Dr. Yang and his team went above and beyond to make sure we reached the best result. The staff is professional, helpful, and truly cares about their patients. 5 stars!

I saw Dr Mastman for an evaluation to make sure my vision was not contributing to a broader health…read moreproblem. I'm pretty sure it was not a typical appointment for him but I feel like he took my concerns seriously and did a thorough exam based upon my needs. His manner was warm and kind and I could tell he enjoys helping people. All in all I had a very positive experience and would certainly go back if the need were to arise.

The wait time (30-40 + minutes) is longer than the time dr Murakami spent with me. Again, I'm…read morewaiting for 40+ minutes already today...

I need to tell everyone just how special Dr Engelman is…read more In October of 2014 (I was 69 at the time), Dr Engelman did my 2nd glaucoma surgery - this one on my left eye. A couple of days after the surgery, I woke up around 1:30 AM and noticed that I could not really see anything out of my left eye - everything looked 'very cloudy'. I called his emergency number and explained what was going on. The lady I talked to put me on hold. About 2 minutes later, Dr Engelman was on the phone. He asked me what I was experiencing. I described my symptoms and he said "Meet me in my office as soon as you can get there." We got there around 2:30 AM. Dr Engelman was there waiting for us. He measured the pressure in my left eye. It was down to 2. I had good reason to be scared. He told me that everything looked OK and that the pressure would come back up. I went home and by midday everything was OK. So if you take Dr Engelman as your Ophthalmologist, I am quite sure that is the kind of service you will get. I am now 80. I do not live in California anymore as we moved to Arizona in 2016. My eye pressures were between 20 to 26 when I went to Dr Engelman. For the past 11+ years they have been a consistent 10 to 11. I've had some very good doctors in my lifetime. Dr Engelman is the best I have ever had.

Dr. Christopher Engelman is a caring, conscientious, professional specialist in eye care. In my…read morecase, Glaucoma specialist. He is never rushed, answers my many questions, is interested and concerned about my health and eyes. I strongly recommend him. My drive to see him is 40 min and I gladly will travel to keep him as my doctor. Thank you for caring and giving me peace knowing my mom, grandmother and aunt went blind from Glaucoma.