Dr. Michael Drinnan, MD, San Mateo, CA

About Dr. Michael Drinnan

Dr. Michael Drinnan M.D. has been practicing comprehensive ophthalmology in San Mateo for over 30 years. After getting his undergraduate degree from Cornell University, he received his medical degree from McGill University in Montreal, Canada. He is a board-certified ophthalmologist. Dr. Drinnan completed his residency training at the Stanford University Department of Ophthalmology and was chosen to be its chief resident in his senior year. Presently, Dr. Drinnan is an adjunct clinical assistant professor in Ophthalmology at Stanford University Medical School. He teaches eye surgery to ophthalmology residents in training. He has been a long-time member and fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), the American Association of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ASCRS), and a lifetime member of the American Medical Association (AMA). Dr. Drinnan organizes and heads the Eye Clinic at the Samaritan House Free Medical Clinic in San Mateo and performs pro bono eye surgery for needy patients there. Dr. Drinnan has a special interest in cataract and refractive surgery and is one of the busiest cataract surgeons on the Peninsula. He was one of the first surgeons to implant the new multifocal intraocular lens at Mills-Peninsula Hospital. He specializes in state-of-the-art small incision cataract surgery and other refractive surgeries to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. He provides care to patients with a wide variety of eye conditions including glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy. In his spare time, Dr. Drinnan enjoys hiking, cycling, swimming, running, and traveling.

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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.

Glaucoma

Cataract

Secondary membranaous cataract surgery

Cataract surgery with lens implant

Glaucoma

Cataract

Secondary membranaous cataract surgery

Cataract surgery with lens implant

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 - McGill University Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Doctor of Medicine and Master of Surgery
Cornell University (Bachelor's)
Stanford University, Residency in Ophthalmology

Professional memberships

American Academy of Ophthalmology
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
American Medical Association

Awards and publications

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1609883024

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What practice does Dr. Michael Drinnan work with?

Dr. Michael Drinnan works with Peninsula Eye Physicians.

Where is Dr. Michael Drinnan's office located?

Dr. Michael Drinnan's office is located at 101 S San Mateo Dr, San Mateo, CA 94401.

Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Drinnan have?

Dr. Michael Drinnan is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Michael Drinnan?

Dr. Michael Drinnan 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. Michael Drinnan on their profile.