Dr. Joel K. Lall-Trail, MD | Norfolk, VA | Ophthalmologist

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Dr. Joel Lall-Trail specializes in ophthalmology, focusing on eye conditions and vision care. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University Alan and Marlene Norton College of Medicine and completed his residency at Henry Ford Health System. With 31 years of experience in the field, Dr. Lall-Trail brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Lall-Trail practices at Virginia Ophthalmology Associates and Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters in Norfolk, Virginia, and maintains an affiliation with Sentara Leigh Hospital. His clinical expertise includes treating crossed eyes, lazy eye, and double vision. He performs comprehensive eye examinations and corrective eye muscle surgery. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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accepting new patients
4.1

29 Ratings
31 years of experience
31 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Henry Ford Health System
9 written reviews
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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Stuck with this Dr and office because there aren't many in this field in this area. Very long wait times, scheduling staff unhelpful and uncaring, and sometimes Lall-Trail can be "difficult" or "less than friendly". Would try another Dr. if possible. However, the small store at the front of the office to buy glasses is another story, they are exceedingly helpful and accommodating.

November 17th, 2015

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It's been very frustrating to wait for long time to get an appointment and then wait up to two hours to see the doctor.

September 17th, 2012

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Awesome Doctor! Was kind, attentive, and answered all of our questions. He came as a refferal from our pedirician and from the ENT specialist. The office was set up for children and that made the whole process less stressful on our 15 month old son. Great Doctor, would reccommend to anyone.

April 3rd, 2012

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We are extremely pleased with the care my son has received. He began seeing Dr. Lall-Trail at the age of 2 (2 years ago). Surgery was a last resort, as he felt glasses could correct the problem. My son is still happily wearing glasses and has no apprehension when it is time to go for an appointment. The staff and Dr. are great.

May 3rd, 2010

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He was unable to manage my daughter's eye infection. She could have gone blind. Fortunately I got a second opinion. She was only 3 days old and pus was pouring out of her eye. He said he would see me in a month. What a joke.

December 5th, 2009

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Indignant is definitely not a word to describe Dr. Lall-Trail. He's quite the opposite. He's been working with my daugther since she was about a month old (she's 2 now) & he is very knowledgeable in what he does. He has also preformed surgery on my daughter & they let you know before hand that it may take one or more surgeries to correct whatever problem the patient may have also.

October 14th, 2009

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I read the review above that said the doctor became "indignant." I'm not sure this person is speaking of Dr. Lall-Trail. I don't think it's possible for him to be indignant. He's a fantastic doctor; very gentle with my son; very patient in explaining things to us. Our son's surgery went extremely well, and we love having Dr. Lall-Trail as our son's ophthalmologist.

September 21st, 2009

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After two surgeries, my sons eyes still showed NO improvement, and when questioned about a possible correction using another method he became indignant.

September 2nd, 2008

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Dr. Lall-Trail is an excellent doctor who has a wonderful attitude when working with small children and we are happy to have found him.

April 17th, 2008

Virginia Ophthalmology Associates

885 Kempsville Rd Ste 101Norfolk, VA 23502

Tel: (757) 461-1444

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Childrens Hospital Of The Kings Daughters

601 Childrens LnNorfolk, VA 23507

Tel: (757) 668-7000


Dr. Joel K Lall-Trail, MD	Dr. Douglas Mercer Rampona, MD	Dr. Shawn Steven Sell, MD	Dr. Robert E Baker, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients
4.1 (29 Ratings)	4.5 (10 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)
31 Years of Experience	58 Years of Experience	8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Norfolk , VA	Virginia Beach , VA	NORFOLK , VA	Chesapeake , VA
Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med	Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine	Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine	Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
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Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of MedGraduated in 1995

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What languages does Dr. Joel Lall-Trail speak?: Dr. Joel Lall-Trail speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Joel Lall-Trail's office located?: Dr. Joel Lall-Trail's office is located at 885 Kempsville Rd Ste 101, Norfolk, VA, 23502.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joel Lall-Trail affiliated with?: Dr. Joel Lall-Trail is affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital.
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