Dr. Martha Ryan

Ophthalmology

Salinas, CA

Martha Ryan, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist at Vantage Eye Center who focuses on cataract and anterior segment surgery delivered with clear communication and a calm, patient-first approach. A Bay Area native, she earned her medical degree at Emory University and completed ophthalmology residency at the Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia, where she deepened her interest in sight-restoring procedures and global eye care. Her practice includes advanced techniques such as manual small incision cataract surgery (MSICS) and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), tailored to each patient’s goals. Before medical training, Dr. Ryan studied chemical engineering with a biomedical engineering minor at Carnegie Mellon University and served in AmeriCorps. She has presented research nationally and enjoys collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize surgical outcomes. Outside the clinic, she stays active on the Central Coast with hiking and time outdoors with family. Patients appreciate her thoughtful pre- and postoperative counseling and her commitment to using proven, technology-enabled methods to help them see clearly and comfortably.

Dr. Benyam Kinde

Ophthalmology

Stanford, CA

Dr. Benyam Kinde is a neuro-ophthalmologist who cares for the intricate connections between the brain and vision. He evaluates and treats double vision and adult strabismus, anisocoria and nystagmus, optic nerve disorders, thyroid eye disease, and conditions marked by high intracranial pressure such as idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH). His practice combines careful neurologic examination with targeted imaging and multidisciplinary collaboration to restore function and reduce visual disability. Dr. Kinde received his MD from Harvard Medical School and completed a PhD at Harvard University before ophthalmology residency at the University of California, San Francisco. He then pursued fellowship training in neuro-ophthalmology at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. In clinic he emphasizes clear communication and practical plans, whether prescribing prisms, managing medical therapy, or offering adult strabismus surgery when appropriate. He is committed to timely diagnoses, thoughtful counseling, and compassionate care for patients navigating complex neuro-visual symptoms.

Dr. Eubee Koo

Ophthalmology

Stanford, CA

Dr. Eubee Baughn Koo is a board-certified ophthalmologist at the Byers Eye Institute at Stanford Health Care and a clinical assistant professor in Stanford's Department of Ophthalmology. She provides comprehensive eye care for conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, dry eye, chalazia, and eyelid lesions. Dr. Koo offers both office-based and surgical treatments--including cataract surgery and laser procedures--and builds personalized care plans that prioritize safety, clarity, and comfort at every step. In addition to her clinical practice, she teaches medical students and residents across clinic, OR, and inpatient settings, and she contributes to research and invited presentations in ophthalmology. Her training includes residency at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, internship at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and medical education at Harvard Medical School. Patients appreciate her down-to-earth explanations and collaborative approach to decision-making.