Daniel J. Beers, MD – LASIK, Cataract & EVO ICL Surgeon in Mountain View, CA
Dr. Dan Beers is a board-certified ophthalmic surgeon specializing in LASIK, cataract surgery, and EVO ICL lens implantation in the Mountain View and greater Bay Area community.
With more than 11,000 procedures performed, he brings a depth of surgical experience across laser vision correction and advanced lens-based treatments.
Dr. Beers previously served as Chief of Ophthalmology at El Camino Hospital and has been involved in teaching the latest surgical techniques to ophthalmology residents at Stanford University. He regularly contributes to the field through presentations on advancements in refractive surgery at the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
He was named Best Eye Doctor in Mountain View in Metro magazine’s Best of Silicon Valley 2024 and has also been recognized as one of America’s Top Ophthalmologists by the Consumers’ Research Council of America.
Advanced LASIK & Vision Correction Technology
Dr. Dan Beers utilizes the latest generation of excimer and femtosecond laser systems to deliver precise, customized LASIK procedures. Each treatment plan is carefully tailored based on detailed diagnostics, with a focus on long-term visual clarity and safety.
His approach to LASIK is highly individualized. Many local physicians in the Bay Area have trusted Dr. Beers for their own vision correction, and he has also personally undergone laser vision correction himself – giving him both clinical and patient-level perspective.
Cataract Surgery & Premium Lens Implants
For patients with cataracts, Dr. Beers performs small-incision cataract surgery designed to support faster recovery and improved visual outcomes.
He offers a full range of advanced intraocular lens (IOL) options, including:
- Light Adjustable Lenses (LAL)
- Extended Depth of Focus (EDOF) lenses
- Multifocal lens technologies
These options allow patients to reduce dependence on glasses for both distance and near vision. Dr. Beers frequently presents to other physicians on the latest developments in intraocular lens technology.
EVO ICL for Non-LASIK Candidates
Dr. Beers is among a limited number of surgeons in the region with advanced training in EVO Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) procedures. This option is ideal for patients who may not be candidates for LASIK or PRK due to corneal thickness, prescription range, or other factors.
Education & Background
A Bay Area native, Dr. Beers was raised in San Jose and graduated as valedictorian from Cupertino High School. He attended the University of California, San Diego, where he graduated Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa while also earning recognition as an NCAA All-American and winning the NCAA Tennis Doubles Championship.
He completed medical school at the University of California, San Francisco, graduating in the top tier of his class. His ophthalmology training at Oregon Health & Science University included participation in early FDA clinical studies involving excimer laser technology and laser vision correction.
Professional Affiliations & Personal Life
Dr. Beers is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. He is fluent in Spanish and has participated in medical outreach efforts in Peru and Mexico.
Outside of his practice, he enjoys golf, biking, and spending time with his family. He lives in Los Altos with his wife, Katie.