Dr. Aarthi Vinca, MD, San Mateo, CA

About Dr. Aarthi Vinca

Dr. Vinca earned her medical degree at Northwestern University Medical School. She subsequently conducted clinical research at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, before doing her ophthalmology residency at the State University of NY in Buffalo, where she was chosen to be chief resident. She finished her clinical training with a glaucoma fellowship at Northwestern University. Prior to moving to the Bay Area, Dr. Vinca spent several years practicing in Chicago and serving as a clinical instructor for residents at Northwestern University. She is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the American Glaucoma Society, and the Peninsula Eye Society. She has a passion for service work. She has provided surgery through multiple cataract service trips abroad. Locally, Dr. Vinca runs the Eye Clinic at the Samaritan House Free Medical Clinic in San Mateo, which provides care for the working poor. She also provides pro bono eye surgery to uninsured San Mateo residents, through Operation Access. When outside the office, she enjoys painting, hiking, and discovering the best local dive restaurants with her husband David, and doing art projects and building forts with their two young children. She looks forward to seeing you for your surgical evaluation or medical eye examination.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Cataract

Secondary membranaous cataract surgery

Cataract surgery with lens implant

Glaucoma

Glaucoma surgery

Cataract

Secondary membranaous cataract surgery

Cataract surgery with lens implant

Glaucoma

Office location

Peninsula Eye Physicians

101 S San Mateo Dr, Ste 310, San Mateo, CA 94401

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Education and background

Practice names

Peninsula Eye Physicians

Board certifications

American Board of Ophthalmology

Education and training

Medical School - Northwestern University, Doctor of Medicine
State University of New York, Buffalo, Residency in Ophthalmology
Northwestern University, Fellowship in Glaucoma

Professional memberships

American Academy of Ophthalmology
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
American Glaucoma Society

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1982843561

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Aarthi Vinca?

Generally, Dr. Aarthi Vinca has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Vinca's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dr. Aarthi Vinca accepting new patients?

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Aarthi Vinca online?

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What practice does Dr. Aarthi Vinca work with?

Dr. Aarthi Vinca works with Peninsula Eye Physicians.

Where is Dr. Aarthi Vinca's office located?

Dr. Aarthi Vinca's office is located at 101 S San Mateo Dr, San Mateo, CA 94401.

Which board certifications does Dr. Aarthi Vinca have?

Dr. Aarthi Vinca is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Aarthi Vinca?

Dr. Aarthi Vinca frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, Refractive Surgery Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Aarthi Vinca on their profile.