Certified ophthalmologist who has been practicing general ophthalmology in South DeKalb County since 1976. Born in Brooklyn, New York, he attended Columbia College in New York City and received his medical degree from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He also had internal medicine training in Chapel Hill, NC. Following a tour in the U.S. Army in Nuremberg, Germany, he did his residency in ophthalmology at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary.
Dr. Silverman now focuses his professional activities on the medical treatment of eye diseases (external diseases, glaucoma, uveitis and diabetes) and provides routine comprehensive eye examinations for patients of all ages. He enjoys dealing with difficult contact lens problems.
Dr. Silverman enjoys the support of the many superb surgeons of the Thomas Eye Group, in the fields of cataract, retina, glaucoma, LASIK or eye muscle surgery.
Dr. Silverman’s avocations include classical music and opera, literature, foreign languages (French and German), European travel and chess.
The available services at Thomas Eye Group range from comprehensive eye exams to specialty services in retinal and corneal disorders, glaucoma, and plastic surgery. To correct vision problems, our doctors are trained in the most current refractive surgery techniques. We also offer contact lenses and glasses to those who prefer a traditional solution.
Learn MoreAt Thomas Eye Group, we offer comprehensive eye care to children—specialty care especially for kids! As the largest pediatric eye care practice in the Southeast; we offer a complete scope of preventive and corrective eye care for children. From the detection and treatment of eye disorders to eye surgery, we also treat disorders of eye alignment in adults including double vision..
Learn More"To say that I am pleased with the outcome of my surgery is an understatement. What a difference this surgery has made in my life! It is so great to be able to read street signs - even the green ones - at night. Thank you so much!"
– Sally Stebbins
"Everyone the North Fulton office of Thomas Eye Group is so helpful. They feel like a part of my family now!"
- Paige Morris
At Thomas Eye Group, our board-certified ophthalmologists and optometrists have decades of combined experience in eye care. We work together as a team to bring you specialized, state-of-the-art care from caring professionals.
Our team of doctors is comprised of ophthalmologists, optometrists, and skilled support staff. Within our group of ophthalmologists, we have several sub-specialists, including glaucoma, retina, and plastic surgery or Oculoplastics. At six locations throughout the greater-Atlanta area, our group provides services ranging from comprehensive eye examinations and contact lens care to sophisticated microsurgery for cataracts, cornea and retinal disease, and refractive surgery, including LASIK.
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