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Dr. Edward Lai, MD

Ophthalmology*
Dr. Edward Lai, MD
4.2 (13 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Edward Lai, MD

Ophthalmology*
New York, NY
Accepting new patients
25 years of experience

Offers telehealth

 

Overview

Dr. Edward Lai, MD works in New York, NY as an Ophthalmology Specialist and has 25 years experience.

They are board certified in Ophthalmology and graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 1999. Dr. Lai completed a residency at George Washington University Medical Center|New York University Medical Center. Dr. Lai has has worked on more claims relating to Miosis, Senile Cataracts and Mydriasis than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Lai has received an average rating of 4.2 from patients and has been reviewed 13 times. They are affiliated with Weill Cornell Medical Center. Their office accepts new patients and has telehealth appointments. Dr. Lai also speaks Spanish. Dr. Lai practices at Israel Englander Department of Ophthalmology in New York, NY.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Explains Conditions Well

Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.

Trustworthy

Patients said this doctor is trustworthy.

Friendly Staff

Patients said the staff was friendly.

Locations

  1. 1 Israel Englander Department of Ophthalmology
    1305 York Ave # 11, New York, NY 10021
  2. 2 Laser Vision Center
    1305 York Ave # 12, New York, NY 10021

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4.2
Based on 13 Reviews
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Nov 15, 2023
Dr La was recommended by another eye surgeon. My cataract surgery turned out great and was done in a new lovely out-patient facility. He is very quiet but nice and very respectful. I highly recommend him.
— Nov 15, 2023
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Optometry
Cornea & External Diseases
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Tufts University School of Medicine
    1999
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship
  • St. Vincents Hospital and Medical Center
    2004
Internship
Residency Hospital
  • George Washington University Medical Center|New York University Medical Center
    2007
Residency Hospital

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Edward Lai, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Lai accepts Aetna, Amerihealth and Anthem as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Lai accepts here.

Dr. Lai frequently sees patients for Miosis, Senile Cataracts and Mydriasis.

Yes, Dr. Lai speaks Spanish. See Dr. Lai's profile on MedicalNewsToday for more information.

Dr. Lai has a star rating of 4.2/5 and has been reviewed 13 times.

Dr. Lai has been practicing as an Ophthalmology Specialist for 25 years.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Weill Cornell Medical Center
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