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Dr. James Lai, MD

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

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. James Lai, MD

Dr. James Lai, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmology Specialist in Houston, TX. They specialize in Pediatric Ophthalmology, has 32 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine and is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center and Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center. Dr. Lai, completed a residency at University Tex Sw/Parkland Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Lai an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Lai works at Houston Eye Associates in Houston, TX with other offices in Sugar Land, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Visual Field Defects, Exotropia and Strabismus along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept 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
    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
  2. 2
    Houston Eye Associates
    1447 Highway 6 Ste 110, Sugar Land, TX 77478 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (281) 565-2020

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

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Visual Field Defects
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Visual Field Defects
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Herpetic Keratitis
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Iridocyclitis
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Nystagmus
Paralytic Strabismus
Progressive High Myopia
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Retinal Dystrophy
Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
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Tear Duct Disorders
Trichiasis
Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
Visual Deprivation Nystagmus
B-Scan Ultrasound
Cornea Surgery
Excision of Chalazion
Extraocular Muscle Surgery
Eye Test
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    4.8
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    Based on 99 ratings
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    About Dr. James Lai, MD

    Specialties*
    • Pediatric Ophthalmology

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    Years of Experience
    • 32 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
    • University Tex Sw/Parkland Medical Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • Barnes - Jewish Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Washington School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Ophthalmology
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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 Visual Field Defects, Exotropia and Strabismus, 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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