Dr. James Abrams, MD

Dr. James Abrams, MD

Refractive Surgeon
1174 Castro Street, Suite 112, Mountain View, CA 94040

At a glance

Accepts 14 insurances
Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from University of Kansas Medical School
Works at Abrams Vision Center
3 office locations
Affiliated with Mills Health Center
and Peninsula Medical Center

Office locations

1
1.
Abrams Vision Center
1174 Castro Street, Suite 112, Mountain View, CA, 94040
2
2.
Abrams Vision Center
199 Taylor Boulevard, Millbrae, CA, 94030
3
3.
Abrams Vision Center
901 Campus Drive, Suite 205, Daly City, CA, 94015

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In-network insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare

Popular visit reasons

Contact Lenses
Eye Infection
Eyeglasses
General Eye Consultation
General Eye Follow Up
Glaucoma Consultation
Glaucoma Follow Up
Refractive Surgery Consultation
Contact Lenses
Eye Infection
Eyeglasses
General Eye Consultation

More about Dr. James Abrams, MD

Dr. James Abrams is the Peninsula's leader in high-definition vision. Dr. Abrams underwent his ophthalmology training at the Mayo Clinic, completed his General Surgery Training at UCLA, and went to medical school at the University of Kansas, where his father and two brothers also attended. Dr. Abrams has been a part of LASIK vision correction since its introduction to the United States in 1995. Prior to the approval of LASIK in the US, Dr. Abrams practiced ophthalmology for 12 years. He started his own General Ophthalmology practice in 1980, where he performed LASIK, Cataract, Glaucoma, Retinal Laser, and cosmetic eye surgery. He was also the founder and medical director of Pacific EyeScan, a high-technology diagnostic eye center in Daly City in 2003.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - University of Kansas Medical School
General Surgery Training at UCLA
Ophthalmology Training at The Mayo Clinic

Practice

Abrams Vision Center

Affiliation

Mills Health Center
Peninsula Medical Center

Certifications

American Board of Ophthalmology

Professional memberships

American Academy of Ophthalmology
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
California Academy of Ophthalmology
International Society of Refractive Surgeons
California Medical Association
San Mateo County Medical Association

Awards and publications

He personally performed the first Radial Keratotomy in San Mateo County in 1984 and the first LASIK corrective surgery in San Mateo County in 1997
He was also the founder and medical director of Pacific EyeScan, a high-technology diagnostic eye center in Daly City in 2003.

Background

Languages spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Male

NPI number

#1912903329

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Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.67
Wait time
4.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Dr. Abrams is courteous and professional. He was also thorough and paid attention to details.
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Frequently asked questions

Which hospital is Dr. James Abrams affiliated with?

Dr. James Abrams is affiliated with Mills Health Center and Peninsula Medical Center.

What practice does Dr. James Abrams work with?

Dr. James Abrams works with Abrams Vision Center.

Where is Dr. James Abrams's office located?

Dr. James Abrams has 3 office locations, including in Daly City, Millbrae, and Mountain View, view full addresses on Dr. Abrams's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. James Abrams have?

Dr. James Abrams is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. James Abrams?

Dr. James Abrams frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eye Infection, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, and Refractive Surgery Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. James Abrams on their profile.

What languages does Dr. James Abrams speak?

Dr. James Abrams speaks English and Spanish.

How do patients rate Dr. James Abrams in reviews?

3 patients have reviewed Dr. James Abrams. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.67/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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