Carolyn Chen, MD | Conroe, TX | Ophthalmologist

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Dr. Carolyn Chen is an ophthalmologist who focuses on comprehensive eye care with particular expertise in retinal conditions. She completed her medical training through residencies at both Santa Clara Valley Medical Center and the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas, gaining extensive experience in diagnosing and treating complex eye disorders. Dr. Chen communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Chen practices at multiple Houston Eye Associates locations throughout the greater Houston area, including Conroe, The Woodlands, Kingwood, and Spring. She specializes in treating age-related macular degeneration and diabetic eye conditions, helping patients preserve their vision through early detection and intervention. Her expertise includes advanced retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to provide detailed assessments of eye health. Patients have rated her care at 4.5 out of 5 stars, and she maintains hospital privileges at Tops Surgical Specialty Hospital.

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accepting new patients
4.5

37 Ratings
68 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
21 written reviews
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
4 office locations
Female

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

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4.5

37 Ratings with 21 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 13 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (18) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (17) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
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Provided follow-up after the visit: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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She is the best! Very thoughtful, thorough and explains the situation as she goes. I have to get an injection periodically and I have had others but her technique is the best!

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July 13th, 2023

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Excellent

August 10th, 2022

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Dr. Chen explained everything thoroughly to me.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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July 13th, 2022

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The experience with Carolyn Chen was deplorable at best. She did not know that I am a medical professional and treated me with an attitude of disdain as though I had brain damage and did not have the capacity to understand anything she said. She attempted to convince me to (without informed patient consent) to QUICKLY CONSENT an extremely radical surgical procedure with SEVERE RISKS (including blindness) and REFUSED to discuss the details of the procedure and the SEVERE likely RISKS. She was so confident in her ability to lure me to consent without being adequately informed that she, in fact, made ALL the arrangements for the surgical procedure BEFORE she LIED by telling me that I desperately needed the procedure. A second doctor opinion revealed that she was completely and totally wrong and her motives for recommending the procedure were strictly of financial incentive. In my professional opinion, Carolyn Chen at Houston Eye Associates deserves to have her medical license revoked… until she becomes re-educated and proves herself by conducting herself and her practice in the best interest of the patients. Carolyn Chen does not deserve the trust of any patient.

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April 9th, 2022

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Dr. Chen was very friendly and genuine! She explained my issue with my sight very well, discussed options to deal with it, and was frank with the pros and cons. I enjoyed my visit with her and felt at ease having her over my care. Will definitely refer others!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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March 30th, 2022

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I am extremely grateful that Dr. Chen was able to see me in such short notice when Dr. Susan Fish’s (HEA) Conroe Office called for an appointment. Dr. Chen is an Excellent Specialist!! She is AMAZING- -she explains clearly, listens well, love her energy and her persona! Very skilled and thorough and at the same time gentle!!! I cannot find the right words to convey how thrilled and at peace I feel knowing I am under the care of such an OUTSTANDING Retina Specialist!!! Thank You Dr. Chen!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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January 21st, 2022

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I have a detached retina and Dr Chen gave me an updated status

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December 21st, 2021

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Very professional and helpful

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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December 30th, 2020

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Very impressed with Dr. Chen and everyone at her Woodlands office.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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August 30th, 2020

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She is wonderful

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 21st, 2020

Houston Eye Associates

333 N. Rivershire Drive Suite 160Conroe, TX 77304

Tel: (936) 441-2020

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Houston Eye Associates

1699 Research Forest Drive Suite 150The Woodlands, TX 77380

Tel: (281) 363-2155

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Houston Eye Associates

22659 Highway 59 North Suite 100Kingwood, TX 77339

Tel: (281) 348-3375

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Houston Eye Associates

5211 FM 2920 Suite 102Spring, TX 77388

Tel: (281) 444-1677

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Carolyn Chen, MD	Dr. Sandip Suresh, MD	Dr. Humair Khan, MD	Dr. Andrew William Dvorak
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.5 (37 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.9 (14 Ratings)	3 (2 Ratings)
		14 Years of Experience	23 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish
Conroe , TX	Webster , TX	Webster , TX	Conroe , TX
	Med School: University of Minnesota	Med School: Baylor College of Medicine	Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences
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Ophthalmology

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

Carolyn Chen holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center and University Of Texas Southwestern, Dallas.

NPI Number

Carolyn Chen's NPI number is 1669671723.

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Where is Carolyn Chen's office located?: Carolyn Chen's office is located at 333 N. Rivershire Drive Suite 160, Conroe, TX, 77304.
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