Elaine J. Zhou, MD
Dr. Zhou Sees Patients at This Office
A Cornea, External Eye Disease,
and Refractive Surgery Specialist
Serving Patients in Salinas
Elaine J. Zhou, MD, is a board-certified and licensed ophthalmologist who specializes in the cornea, external eye diseases, and refractive surgery.
Dr. Zhou’s outstanding training, extensive clinical experience, and patient-first philosophy make her an invaluable asset to the team at Monterey County Eye Associates.
She’s known for her precision and compassion, and she takes the time to understand each patient’s unique needs while delivering advanced solutions.
Dr. Zhou’s Board Certification
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Board certification is a nationally recognized mark of excellence for an ophthalmologist. To earn certification from the American Board of Ophthalmology, Dr. Zhou completed years of rigorous training, passed a written exam that covered the full spectrum of ophthalmic medicine, and had an in-person evaluation focused on patient care and clinical judgment. This credential highlights her skill and lifelong commitment to upholding the highest standards of vision care.
Honors, Memberships,
& Professional Affiliations
Dr. Zhou has earned recognition for her clinical expertise and dedication to the field:
- Stephen N. Schindler Award, Baylor College of Medicine (awarded to the resident who exemplifies the highest ethical and humane standards)
- Member, American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Member, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
- Member, Cornea Society
- Published author of multiple peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters
- Research presenter at local and national ophthalmology meetings
Prestigious Education
Undergraduate
Dr. Zhou graduated from Yale University with distinction in Biomedical Engineering.
Medical School
She attended medical school at the University of Pennsylvania, where she received research honors in Ophthalmology.
Residency
She served as Chief Resident at Baylor College of Medicine at the Texas Medical Center. She was honored with the Stephen N. Schindler Award.
Fellowship
Dr. Zhou completed an advanced fellowship in corneal care, external eye diseases, and refractive surgery at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami.
5-Star Reviews for Our Team
Nancy Abildgaard
2025
The professional people who worked with me during my visit were efficient without making me feel rushed, knowledgeable, clear in their explanations, helpful and very pleasant and friendly. I would recommend this eye care center to anyone. I came away feeling that the people who treated me, cared.
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Sarah Blackstone
2025
As always, the physicians and staff are efficient, knowledgeable, respectful and helpful. They have made a major difference in the health of my eyes over decades.
View On GoogleDr. Zhou’s Comprehensive Services
- Comprehensive Eye Exams
- Corneal Disease Treatment
- Cataract Surgery
- Refractive Surgery (including LASIK)
- Pterygium Treatment
- External Eye Disease Care
