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Dr. Jie Gao, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Houston, TX. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 10 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine.
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Houston Retina Associates PA7789 Southwest Fwy Ste 530, Houston, TX 77074 Directions (281) 495-2222Monday08:30 - 17:00Tuesday08:30 - 17:00Wednesday08:30 - 17:00Thursday08:30 - 17:00Friday08:30 - 17:00
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Office18980 W Memorial Dr Ste 410, Humble, TX 77338 Directions (281) 495-2222
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Massachusetts Eye Research & Surgery1440 Main St Ste 201, Waltham, MA 02451 Directions (631) 444-7411
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Houston Methodist Hospital6565 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030 Directions (713) 798-4299
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Repair of Retinal Detachment or Retinal Tear
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Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
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Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
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Hypertensive Retinopathy
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Iridocyclitis
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Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
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Optic Neuritis
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Pars Planitis
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Posterior Uveitis
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Presbyopia
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Progressive High Myopia
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Pterygium
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Retinal Dystrophy
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Tear Duct Disorders
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Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
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Visual Field Defects
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Destruction of Lesion of Retina and Choroid
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About Dr. Jie Gao, MD
Specialties*
- Ophthalmology
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Years of Experience
- 10 years of experience
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Languages Spoken
- English
Languages Spoken
NPI Number
- 1669882221
NPI Number
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Education & Certifications
Medical Education
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
Medical Education
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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