Summary

Dr. Chandrasekhar Krishnan is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care with particular expertise in glaucoma treatment. He earned his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed his ophthalmology residency at Tufts Medical Center. Dr. Krishnan further advanced his training through a specialized glaucoma fellowship at the prestigious Wills Eye Institute. With 26 years of experience in eye care, he brings extensive knowledge to treating complex vision conditions. He is fluent in Spanish and Chinese, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Krishnan practices at Tufts Medical Center's New England Eye Center locations in both Boston and Cambridge, Massachusetts, and maintains an affiliation with Boston Medical Center Brighton. His clinical focus centers on cataract surgery and glaucoma management, helping patients preserve and restore their vision through both surgical and medical treatments. He performs cataract surgery to remove clouded lenses that impair vision. Patients rate Dr. Krishnan 4.3 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his specialized eye care expertise.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 26 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese
  • Wills Eye Institute - Glaucoma
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Chandrasek Krishnan has 2 locations

Tufts Medical Center Ophthalmology + New England Eye Center – Boston

260 Tremont St Bldg 9TH-11Boston, MA 02116

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26 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 55 Years of Experience
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Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English
Boston , MAWellesley , MALawrence , MANorth Easton , MA
Med School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: Far Eastern University Inst Of Med Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Chandrasek Krishnan

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Medicaid Wellforce Care Plan ACO (Fallon)
  • Senior Whole Health
  • TMIN Aetna
  • TMIN AllaraCare
  • TMIN Cigna
  • TMIN Fallon
  • TMIN Fallon Med Adv
  • TMIN Fallon Navicare SCO
  • TMIN Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • TMIN Tufts Medicare Preferred PPO
  • TMIN Unicare
  • TMIN United Healthcare
  • TMIN United Healthcare Med Adv
  • TMIN United Healthcare OneCare
  • TMIN United Healthcare SCO
  • TMIN United Healthcare VACCN
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Tufts Health Public Plan
  • Tufts Medicare Preferred

Medical Specialties

Dr. Chandrasek Krishnan has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Chandrasek Krishnan has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Massachusetts, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Wills Eye Institute - Glaucoma2000

Residency

Tufts Medical Center - Ophthalmology2004

Internship

Chestnut Hill Hospital - Transitional2001

Medical School

Case Western Reserve University School of MedicineGraduated in 2000

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Which hospitals is Dr. Chandrasek Krishnan affiliated with?
Dr. Chandrasek Krishnan is affiliated with Boston Medical Center Brighton.
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Where is Dr. Chandrasek Krishnan's office located?
Dr. Chandrasek Krishnan's office is located at 260 Tremont St Bldg 9TH-11, Boston, MA, 02116.
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