Thomas D Tyler, MD

He has no staff, how could his staff greet you? maybe the dr. Unilocaled himself, seems that way. He’s a weirdo! Pitching some idea like I’m interested in business w/​him? Doing a victory dance when my spouse agreed to come see him. While in the visit, he took a call I assume from a patient, since he is his own staff and ended up screaming at the top of his lungs to the patient. I wasn’t comfortable to not schedule a follow up in the office with him, so I later called back to cancel. He then put false claims through my insurance for things I did not have done. When I called to ask about the charges, he just sent me to collections. he’s odd and made me very uncomfortable. people who can easily get in for an appointment should read that as a red flag because maybe it actually means many others avoid his office for various reasons. I wish I couldn’t even use 1 star.

I found Dr. Tyler on google, as I was looking for an ophthalmologist. He was able to see me the same day and was very flexible in the time. I knew I had an eye infection and he looked at all aspects of my eye. Gave me a prescription, release from work, and a follow up appointment. No complaints and I’m glad I went to see him and have my eyes looked at. The infection is getting better.

I don’t know what the one star review people are smoking but Dr Tyler gets five stars from me. I’ve just had my first examination with this doctor and found him to be honest, knowledgeable and professional. Unlike some of the big chain eye doctors that you find at the mall, Dr Tyler will not tell you that you have something wrong with your eyesight just to make a quick buck and sell you eye glasses. I will definitely go back to him again.

I came to Dr. Tyler on a recommendation of a collegue. Dr. Tyler is very knowledable and up to date with methods to monitor effects of diabetes on the eye. He has been treating my eyes for the last year for dry eyes. His treatment has restored my ability to wear contact lenses. I appreciate the service and care Dr. Tyler has provided me.

Werido !!
I cant believe what happened. I called in at about 9 am to check if there was a same day appointment available because I had a severe dry eye problem. Dr. Tyler picked up, and asked me where I worked. I told him that I worked in the city, but since I was working from home that day, I could drop in at any time thats convenient for both of us. He just hung up asking me to look for another doctor. I was shocked !!. I called again to confirm that he just hung up on me. He said, «Ya, you think a doctor-​patient relationship is a joke… you need to find someone else» and hung up again. For a moment, I thought I was dreaming. Do yourself a favor, dont go to this rude and weird joker.

Can you give 0 stars?
Were patients for a long time but everything went downhill with the doctor and his office. Appointments scheduled without us knowing about it, odd behaviour, etc.

I’ve been going to Dr. Tyler for simple eye exams as well as more complicated issues like infections for 6 years. He’s always friendly and prompt.

Oh my! I just called this office and must have spoke to the doctor himself and after I asked him how much the eye exam would cost and that I have a plan through my insurance he said he «doesn’t have time, call someone else» and hung up on me. I can not believe it. I am so glad he did hang up on me though and I did not waste my time meeting him or having him close to my eyes. I can not believe how rude he was!

Dr. Tyler and his staff are always very professional, warm, and polite. They value your time and listen to your needs. I was especially impressed when dr. Tyler personally listened to my problems and advised me to chose the best, most comfortable frame for my glasses (he has really nice selection of frames). Well, I appreciate this very much! Most of the time doctors don’t care about such a «small stuff» as getting a patient the right frame.

I love this place!!!
First of all, you’re greeted in the nicest by the staff who’s always friendly and fun! They also speak Spanish — which was a plus for me cuz now my mother, father and I go there.
The girls there are ALWAYS patient with those darn eye drops I hate so much! And, Dr. Tyler always greets you with a smile and his great sense of humor!
On a personal note, I am legally blind due to a genetic problem with my retina. And, I’ll never forget this — when I met Dr. Tyler I told him about my condition LCA. I told him that a well-​known doctor from UCSF had told me that there was no hope for me ever getting cured. And, he said in his usual soft and calm voice that he believed there was always hope and never to give up. I know it may be something trivial to you readers (or even him), but that made a big difference for me.
It was nice to know I was in the hands of a good doctor with a good heart.

I had my first visit with Dr. Tyler recently for an eye irritation going on now for 2 years. I knew it was allergy related, but never bothered to have it looked at.
After a little pushing by a friend of mine I searched for an eye Dr. in the area when I found Dr. Tyler’s information on the VSP website. I then researched him a bit online and decided to give him a try.
I was quite happy with the pleasant staff behind the counter and his Assistant.
He quickly figured out what my eye irritation was due to and gave me something to try to see if it clears it up. Next day the eye irritation went away!
I’m going back to him next for my eye glass lenses fitting and expect all to go as well as this last appointment.
*Note the building address is hard to spot which results in driving around the block a few times. But there is street parking and a private lot.
The office is a bit older and has no modern feel if your one of those looking for a trendy spot… Do eye Dr’s have trendy offices???

Dr. Tyler is one of THE BEST eye doctors I’ve ever had. He’s an ophthalmologist and eye surgeon and specializes in the treatment of chronic dry eye conditions. I came to him with some serious eye pain — I couldn’t even wear my contact for more than an hour or two at a time. He was the first doctor I’ve been to that diagnosed allergies as being the root of my problem. He also prescribed Restasis, Zylet and Alrex — miracle drug eye drops, in my opinion, as well as temporary tear duct plugs. It definitely wasn’t a fun process, but improvement was dramatic — I’m finally back to my old self and no more eye pain!
* his office also carries an impressive selection of high-​end glasses frames — I love the selection!
NOTE — Dr. Tyler has recently expanded into skin care. I’ve tried his Benessere Derma Roller treatment, which has greatly improved my skin’s condition, far more than any other spa-​type treatment I’ve ever tried. And the treatment package also comes with a great cleanser, vitamin c serum, skin-​tone improving moisturizer and a mini derma roller for you to use at home. I’m really happy with the results! (He also offers botox & micro dermabrasion)