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Dr. Christopher Lyon, MD

Ophthalmology*
4.3 (6)
Map Pin Small Newport Beach, CA
Accepting new patients
45 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Christopher Lyon, MD

Dr. Christopher Lyon, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Newport Beach, CA. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 45 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from Universidad Autonoma de Ciudad Juarez and is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach and Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange. Dr. Lyon, completed a residency at NEW YORK Medical College. Patients rated Dr. Lyon an average 4.3 star rating.

Dr. Lyon works at Practice in Newport Beach, CA. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Lyon's Office Locations

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    Lyon Eye Cosmetic Institute
    1401 Avocado Ave Ste 402, Newport Beach, CA 92660 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (949) 760-3003

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  • Hoag Hospital Newport Beach
  • Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange

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    Specialties*
    • Ophthalmology

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    • 45 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, French, German and Spanish
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    • 1649316753
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Roswell Pk Memorial Hospital
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    • NEW YORK Medical College
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    • St Vincents/Yale University
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    Medical Education
    • Universidad Autonoma de Ciudad Juarez
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    Undergraduate School
    • University Rhode Island PHD Biological Science
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    Board Certifications
    • Ophthalmology
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    Dr. Lyon speaks French, German and Spanish.

    6 patients have reviewed Dr. Lyon. The overall rating for this provider is 4.3. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Lyon.

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