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750 El Camino Real San Carlos, CA 94070 (650) 596-1999
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Comprehensive Eye Care in San Carlos
Eye Exams & Preventive Eye Care
Our ophthalmologist and optomterist provide thorough eye exams to evaluate your vision and overall eye health. Using advanced diagnostic technology, we can identify changes in the eyes and detect many eye conditions early, often before symptoms develop.
Eyeglasses, Contact Lenses & Myopia Management
We offer a wide selection of eyeglasses and contact lenses for adults and children. For children with myopia, we offer Essilor Stellest lenses, MiSight® contact lenses, Ortho-K, and low-dose atropine as part of our myopia management program to help slow the progression of nearsightedness.
Medical Eye Care & Disease Treatment
Our ophthalmologist and optometrists diagnose, monitor, and treat a wide range of eye conditions, including dry eye disease, glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration. Using advanced diagnostic technology, we provide personalized care to help protect your vision and maintain long-term eye health.
Glaucoma Laser Treatment with Voyager™ DSLT
Start with the Power of Light: We offer DSLT – Direct Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty. Do you have
glaucoma or ocular hypertension? Voyager™ DSLT is designed for patient comfort with a fully
automated experience and no lens on the eye
Children’s Eye Exams & Pediatric Eye Care
We provide eye exams for school-age children and teens to evaluate vision, eye health, and visual development. Regular eye exams can identify vision problems that may affect learning, school performance, sports, and everyday activities.
Emergency & Urgent Eye Care
If you experience sudden vision changes, new flashes or floaters, eye pain, redness, injury, or another urgent eye problem, contact our office promptly. Our ophthalmologist and optometrists provide evaluation and treatment for many urgent eye conditions.
Specialized Eye Care & Advanced Services
Dry Eye Treatment & Eye Aesthetics in San Carlos
San Carlos Eye Care offers advanced dry eye treatment and eye aesthetic services for patients in San Carlos, the San Francisco Peninsula, and throughout the Bay Area. Our technology-based treatments address dry eye symptoms, eyelid health, and the delicate skin around the eyes.
We call this approach EYEthetics: combining eye health and aesthetics to help your eyes see, feel, and look their best.
Technology for Eye Wellness & Aesthetics
Our EYEsthetic services include Eterna radiofrequency (RF), AgeJET plasma skin resurfacing, AdvaTx laser treatment, and red light therapy. These technologies can address concerns such as dry eye, eyelid health, inflammation, redness, fine lines, wrinkles, and the appearance of the skin around the eyes.
Learn more about our individual treatments to find out which options may be appropriate for you.
Advanced Eye Care & Diagnostic Technology
Our ophthalmologist and optometrists combine personalized eye care with advanced diagnostic technology. Optomap retinal imaging and OCT allow us to obtain detailed views of the retina and other structures of the eye, helping us detect and monitor changes in eye health.
These technologies complement a thorough eye examination and may be recommended based on your individual eye health and risk factors.
Dry Macular Degeneration Light Therapy
San Carlos Eye Care offers photobiomodulation (PBM), a noninvasive light therapy option for appropriate patients with dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Treatment is comfortable, requires no injections, and typically has no downtime.
Learn more about dry macular degeneration and our photobiomodulation light therapy program.
Specialty Contact Lenses & Custom Fittings
We provide contact lens evaluations ranging from everyday soft and multifocal lenses to advanced specialty fittings. Options include gas permeable, hybrid, scleral, and Ortho-K lenses, as well as specialty contact lenses for patients with keratoconus and other corneal irregularities.
Our doctors work with each patient to determine the lens design that best fits their vision and eye health needs.
Eyeglasses, Custom Eyewear & In-House Optical Lab
Our optical offers prescription eyeglasses, sunglasses, specialty lenses, and custom eyewear for a variety of vision and lifestyle needs. Our experienced opticians can help you select frames and lenses for comfort, function, and style.
We also offer custom Chemistrie and Profilo clip-ons, including polarized sun and specialty options. With our in-house optical lab, many eyeglass orders can be completed quickly, with some available the same day.
Avulux Migraine Glasses in San Carlos
San Carlos Eye Care offers Avulux migraine glasses for patients who experience light sensitivity associated with migraines. Avulux lenses use specialized light-filtering technology designed to reduce the impact of certain wavelengths of light while maintaining natural color perception. Prescription, non-prescription, and clip-on options are available.
Dry Eye Products, Skincare & VIZZ Eye Drops
San Carlos Eye Care offers physician-selected products for eye comfort, eye health, and the delicate skin around the eyes. We carry dry eye products, professional skincare, and VIZZ prescription eye drops for adults with age-related blurry near vision. Ask our doctors which options may be right for you.
Schedule an Eye Exam in San Carlos
Looking for an eye doctor in San Carlos? Contact San Carlos Eye Care to schedule an eye exam or learn more about our medical eye care, dry eye treatment, myopia management, specialty contact lenses, macular degeneration care, and other advanced eye care services.
We welcome patients from San Carlos, the San Francisco Peninsula, and throughout the Bay Area.
Meet the Doctors
Ninh H. Tran, M.D.
Ninh H. Tran, M.D.
Ninh H. Tran, M.D.
Dr. Ninh Tran is a board-certified ophthalmologist with over 25 years of experience in medical and surgical eye care. He’s known for his sharp intelligence, thoughtful approach, and genuine dedication to his patients. With a quick wit and a deeply caring nature, Dr. Tran has built strong, lasting relationships with generations of loyal p
Dr. Ninh Tran is a board-certified ophthalmologist with over 25 years of experience in medical and surgical eye care. He’s known for his sharp intelligence, thoughtful approach, and genuine dedication to his patients. With a quick wit and a deeply caring nature, Dr. Tran has built strong, lasting relationships with generations of loyal patients, many of whom continue to see him even after moving out of state.
He graduated Cum Laude from U.C. Irvine with degrees in both Electrical Engineering and Biology, then went on to earn his medical degree from New York Medical College. He completed his ophthalmology residency at U.C. Irvine.
Fluent in English, Vietnamese, and Spanish, Dr. Tran connects easily with people from all backgrounds. He is widely recognized within the medical community as one of California’s most trusted ophthalmologists, often sought out by fellow physicians and specialists for his expertise.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Tran enjoys running, cycling, and spending time outdoors, interests that reflect his active, curious mind and love for lifelong learning.
Nary Chum, O.D.
Ninh H. Tran, M.D.
Ninh H. Tran, M.D.
Dr. Nary Chum is an experienced optometrist with over 15 years in clinical practice. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Cellular Molecular Biology from Humboldt State University and her Doctorate of Optometry from the Southern California College of Optometry.
Her work focuses on combining advanced clinical care with personalized soluti
Dr. Nary Chum is an experienced optometrist with over 15 years in clinical practice. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Cellular Molecular Biology from Humboldt State University and her Doctorate of Optometry from the Southern California College of Optometry.
Her work focuses on combining advanced clinical care with personalized solutions to support both eye health and long-term comfort.
Her clinical interests include dry eye disease, specialty contact lenses, and aesthetic dry eye treatments. She provides individualized care for patients with chronic dryness and irritation, using a variety of in-office and at-home therapies tailored to each patient's needs.
Dr. Chum also fits custom contact lenses, including scleral and hybrid lenses, for patients with keratoconus, post-surgical corneas, and other complex visual needs.
She speaks conversational Cambodian and is known for her thoughtful, patient-centered care. Outside of work, Dr. Chum enjoys spending time outdoors, especially running with her dogs. She has completed several marathons and three ultramarathons. When not running, she can often be found gardening, folding origami, or relaxing with her family.
Amy Lee, O.D.
Ninh H. Tran, M.D.
Amy Lee, O.D.
Dr. Amy Lee earned her Bachelor of Science degree from UC Davis and her Doctorate of Optometry from the Southern California College of Optometry, graduating summa cum laude. She has a special interest in dry eye management, contact lenses, and ocular disease.
As someone who has keratoconus herself, Dr. Lee is especially passionate about h
Dr. Amy Lee earned her Bachelor of Science degree from UC Davis and her Doctorate of Optometry from the Southern California College of Optometry, graduating summa cum laude. She has a special interest in dry eye management, contact lenses, and ocular disease.
As someone who has keratoconus herself, Dr. Lee is especially passionate about helping patients with complex vision needs. She takes pride in offering personalized care and is dedicated to finding the right solutions for each patient, especially when it comes to specialty contact lenses.
Dr. Lee previously worked as an optician at this very office and chose to return after graduation because of her deep appreciation for the team and the welcoming environment. In her free time, she enjoys audiobooks, hiking, and baking.
Optos Retinal Imaging: Optomap with OCT
Optomap with OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography) screening is a comprehensive imaging technology used during eye exams to assess the health of the retina and optic nerve.
Our office uses Silverstone, which is the latest and most advanced retinal imaging device offering Optomap with OCT.
What is Optomap?
Optomap is a wide-field imaging system that captures a digital photograph of the retina. It provides a panoramic view of the back of the eye, including the retina, optic nerve, and blood vessels, without the need for dilation in most cases. Optomap helps detect various retinal conditions, including diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal detachments, and glaucoma.
Benefits of Optomap
Comprehensive Retinal Imaging
Optomap provides a wide-field view of the retina, which allows eye care professionals to assess the entire back of the eye including the peripheral retina.
Early Detection of Eye Diseases
Optomap enables early detection of retinal abnormalities and diseases, often before symptoms manifest. Early detection is crucial for timely intervention and treatment, which can help prevent vision loss and preserve eye health.
Patient Comfort
Optomap imaging is non-invasive and typically does not require pupil dilation. This makes the screening process more comfortable and convenient for patients compared to traditional methods that may involve dilation.
Efficiency
Optomap imaging is quick and efficient, reducing the time required for comprehensive retinal evaluation during an eye exam.
Patient Education
Optomap images provide valuable visual documentation of the retina's condition over time. Eye doctors can use these images to educate patients about their eye health, explain the progression of certain conditions, and discuss treatment options more clearly and effectively.
What is OCT?
Optical Coherence Tomography, or OCT, is a non-invasive imaging technology that enables high-resolution, cross-sectional imaging of the eye. It utilizes light waves to capture detailed, three-dimensional images of tissue microstructures with remarkable precision and clarity, allowing eye care professionals to assess the thickness and integrity of retinal layers, detect swelling or fluid accumulation, and identify structural abnormalities.
Benefits of OCT
High Resolution
OCT provides detailed visualization of the layers within the retina, aiding in the diagnosis and management of retinal diseases such as macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma. This level of precision enables your eye doctor to detect subtle abnormalities and monitor disease progression with greater accuracy compared to dilation methods alone.
Non-Invasive
OCT is non-invasive and minimizes discomfort during the retinal screening process.
Real-Time Imaging
OCT enables real-time visualization of tissue structures, allowing for immediate assessment and intervention. OCT screening enhances the ability of eye care professionals to detect and manage various eye diseases and conditions at their early stages.
FAA-Approved Color Vision Testing
Rabin Cone Contrast Test (RCCT)
We now offer the Rabin Cone Contrast Test (RCCT), the FAA-approved standard for accurate color vision assessment. Trusted by the military and aviation professionals, this advanced test provides precise results for patients who need formal documentation or a thorough evaluation of their color vision.
Eye Care & Wellness Products
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