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Dr. Ricardo Silva, Optometrist who's family practice is located in Miami, that specializes in Contact Lenses and glasses prescriptions. His specialty is with Toric, Multi-focal Lenses, and eye conditions such as Keratoconus but also provides exams for eye health. Ricardo Silva, O.D. grew up in Miami and graduated from the University of Miami with a BS in Electrical Engineering.

He then attended University of Southern California and graduated with a MS in Computer Engineering. During his time as an engineer, he developed computer systems for IBM in Silicon Valley. After, he moved back to Sunrise Florida to work with Motorola creating two-way radios and cellular phones. At this stage of his life he decided to change his path and attended Nova Southeastern University where he fell in love with the complexity of the human eye, graduating with a Doctor of Optometry degree, with Honors.

During his studies in optometry school he took interest in specialty contact lenses and worked on research for a contact lens disinfection study.
Services
A: The only thing you need to bring is identification.
We do not need to bring your insurance card unless medicare is your primary insurance which it is required to bring your medicare ID card.
We will have your authorizations prepared in advance after you make your appointment.
We have an Optical shop on site with a beautiful selection of frames and an amazing staff of certified opticians to help you find the right glasses for you.
We have the proper forms needed to give to the DMV and Dr. Silva will be more than happy to fulfill this request.
This style of lens is suited for the Presbyopic patient who has difficulty switching from Near to Intermediate/ Distance Visions.
This is a different technology from Progressive, Bifocal, or Tri-focal glasses.
Each distance can be seen without moving the eye.
These are available in monthly and daily wear lenses.
Some patients may have unique or special circumstances that regular contact lenses cannot correct such as Kerataconus.
Dr. Silva specializes in lenses made for some of these circumstances.
Dr. Ricardo Silva provides different eye exam services from diabetic eye screenings, glaucoma screenings, pediatric and adult exams, specialty and hard-to-fit contacts.
Taking care of your eyes is crucial.
Eye exams help to sustain the quality of your vision, but also it can help determine systemic diseases.
Routine eye exams are important for early detection for many eye diseases and ailments.
The eye is a sensitive organ and Dr. Silva takes great care in making you feel comfortable during your exam while giving you a thorough evaluation.
The optical shop located in the office of Dr. Ricardo Silva not only provides a place to order your contact lenses, but also houses many styles of beautiful frames.
Once you select your glasses, an Essilor Expert will help you choose the right lenses using your latest eyeglass prescription.
There are many types of special coatings available to help you protect your eyes, combined with the right style lens have the potential to become a perfect fit for your visual needs and lifestyle.
Our staff takes great care in this process and always gives an honest opinion.
Reviews (1)
Jamie Roberts
Jamie Roberts
Apr 25, 2021
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Hands down, Dr. Silva is the NICEST! The staff is exceptionally kind, courteous, patient & they went above and beyond to help me. I would have given six stars if I could & oh, thank you to Paula for helping me!