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Overall Patient Rating
4.9 out of 5 stars - 416 total ratings“I have always had a great fascination with all things related to the eyes…”
Dr. Joseph Silva decided to become an optometrist because he enjoys the challenge of determining what a patient’s problem is and then making a proper diagnosis. “I really enjoy working with patients and helping them whether it’s a vision problem that can be easily fixed with contact lenses or something more serious that requires working with an ophthalmologist,” he explains.
Dr. Silva has long been involved in helping people with their eyes. A graduate of the New England College of Optometry, he has performed internships at community health centers and hospitals and also worked as an optician earlier in his career. “I have always had a great fascination with all things related to the eyes, both in their health and function and how the eyes work with the brain to provide us with vision – which is the primary way we perceive the world around us.”
For Dr. Silva, good communication is a very important part of being an optometrist. “I like to explain everything that I do in the exam room to patients in relatable ways, and it can be challenging to do so in a manner that doesn’t use excessive jargon or words that are too technical. In addition, I always try to ask patients for their input and feedback about particular exam options, treatments or tests, so they feel engaged and know that communication isn’t just a one-way street.”
In his practice at Reliant, Dr. Silva enjoys being able to collaborate with other doctors to make sure patients receive the proper care. “I really enjoy the collaborative approach we have here at Reliant Medical Group. We have great access to a patient’s primary care doctor as well as different specialists, so it’s really easy to follow up on a patient’s care.”
When he is not busy helping patients, Dr. Silva enjoys spending time with his wife and children. He and his wife have a shared interest in animals, and also love gardening and going to museums. Dr. Silva also enjoys sports, especially the Boston Celtics, as well as all kinds of music.
Star ratings are based on patient responses to 5 questions about the care they have received from their provider. Responses are measured on a scale of 1-5 and the average score is displayed in an easy to view, 5-star format. Learn more about how we measure our patient experience.
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This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr Silva is amazing. Very easy to speak with, he asks a good series of questions installed of just listening. He explored my concerns and problems. Very attentive.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Very attentive
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Provider and assistant worked well together to dilate my eyes quickly and send me on my way.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Silva is exceptionally professional, friendly, informative.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Silva is very thorough and explains things very clearly; he's very patient and answers my questions in a manner that is easily understood.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Great staff and doctors. Very informative
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Visits with Dr Silva always go well ,he has explains thoroughly and asks questions makes you feel he cares
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
As always the staff is pleasant and thorough. No complaints here.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Silva listens well and explains everything going on with my eyes.
I saw both an assistant and the Dr. Silva. Dr. Silva is excellent.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Provider was excellent communicator.Listened to and answered all questions
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr Silva and staff listened to my concerns and responded clearly and professionally.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Great Doctor with great listening/personal skills!
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr Silva is great and I would recommend him to anyone. He is professional, very thorough, and explains his observations and recommendations very, very well. Great doctor!!
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
I thoroughly enjoyed my visit, didn't feel pressured, and I'm pleased with my decision to buy them. I felt like royalty
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Specialties
Optometry
Education
Medical Education: New England College of Optometry
Residency: Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital (Primary Care and Geriatrics)
Languages Spoken
English
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