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Dr. Michael Lai, MD

Ophthalmology*

5.0 (20)

Chevy Chase, MD

Accepting new patients

26 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Michael Lai, MD

Dr. Michael Lai, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Chevy Chase, MD. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 26 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center and Suburban Hospital. Dr. Lai, completed a residency at Wilmer Eye Inst-Johns Hopkins. Patients rated Dr. Lai an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Lai works at Practice in Chevy Chase, MD with other offices in Alexandria, VA, Fairfax, VA and Rockville, MD. They frequently treat conditions like Degenerative Disorders of Globe, Progressive High Myopia and Macular Hole along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem 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

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5454 Wisconsin Ave Ste 650, Chevy Chase, MD 20815 Directions (301) 656-8100
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6354 Walker Ln, Alexandria, VA 22310 Directions (703) 650-0370
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8270 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr Ste 600, Fairfax, VA 22031 Directions (703) 698-9335
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600 Jefferson Plz Ste 320, Rockville, MD 20852 Directions (301) 315-2198

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About Dr. Michael Lai, MD

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Ophthalmology
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Years of Experience

26 years of experience

Languages Spoken

English, Chinese

NPI Number

1962432260

Education & Certifications

Fellowship

Associated Retinal Consultants At Beaumont Hospital

Residency

Wilmer Eye Inst-Johns Hopkins

Internship

Massachusetts General Hospital

Medical Education

Johns Hopkins School of Medicine

Board Certifications

Ophthalmology

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Is Dr. Michael Lai, MD accepting new patients?

Dr. Michael 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.

Does Dr. Michael Lai, MD accept my insurance?

Dr. Lai accepts Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Does Dr. Michael Lai, MD offer telehealth services?

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

What practice does Dr. Michael Lai, MD work with?

Dr. Lai works at Practice in Chevy Chase, MD with other offices in Alexandria, VA, Fairfax, VA and Rockville, MD. View the full addresses on Dr. Lai’s profile.

What are common conditions Dr. Michael Lai, MD treats?

Dr. Lai has seen patients for Degenerative Disorders of Globe, Progressive High Myopia and Macular Hole, 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.

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Dr. Lai speaks Chinese.

How do patients rate Dr. Michael Lai, MD in reviews?

20 patients have reviewed Dr. Lai. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Lai.

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Dr. Michael Lai, MD

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