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Dr. James Lai, MD

Ophthalmology
4.8 (99)
Map Pin Small Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. James Lai, MD

Dr. James Lai, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Houston, TX. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 31 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from Wash U, School of Medicine and is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center and Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center.

Dr. Lai works at Houston Eye Associates in Houston, TX with other offices in Sugar Land, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Exotropia, Astigmatism and Farsightedness along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem 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. Lai's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Tanglewood
    590 Chimney Rock Rd, Houston, TX 77056 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 782-4406
  2. 2
    Sugar Land/ Hillcroft
    1429 Highway 6 Ste 102, Sugar Land, TX 77478 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (281) 565-2020
  3. 3
    Houston Eye Associates
    2855 Gramercy St, Houston, TX 77025 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 668-6828
    Monday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Thursday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Friday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Saturday
    08:00 - 11:30

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center
  • Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center

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    About Dr. James Lai, MD

    Specialties
    • Ophthalmology
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 31 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1699760447
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Childrens National Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • U Tex Sw/Parkland Med Ctr
    Residency
    Internship
    • Barnes - Jewish Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Wash U, School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Ophthalmology
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. James Lai, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Lai is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Lai has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Lai has seen patients for Exotropia, Astigmatism and Farsightedness, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Lai on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    99 patients have reviewed Dr. Lai. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Lai.

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