Summary

Dr. Chandrasekharan Krishnan is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care with particular expertise in glaucoma treatment. They earned their medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed specialized training through an ophthalmology residency at Tufts Medical Center, followed by advanced fellowship training in glaucoma at the prestigious Wills Eye Institute. With 26 years of experience in eye care, Dr. Krishnan brings extensive knowledge to treating complex vision conditions. They are fluent in Spanish and Chinese, helping them serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Krishnan practices at Tufts Medical Center's New England Eye Center locations in both Boston and Cambridge, Massachusetts, with hospital affiliations at Boston Medical Center Brighton. They focus on treating cataracts and glaucoma, two of the most common causes of vision loss. Dr. Krishnan performs cataract surgery to restore clear vision when the eye's natural lens becomes cloudy. Patients rate Dr. Krishnan 4.3 out of 5 stars for their care and expertise in preserving and improving vision.
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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

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Chandrasekharan 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 43 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, French, Italian Speaks English
Boston , MAWellesley , MABrookline , MABrookline , MA
Med School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Chandrasekharan 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

Chandrasekharan Krishnan has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Chandrasekharan 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

Chandrasekharan Krishnan holds an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Wills Eye Institute - Glaucoma in 2000.

Residency

Completed their residency at Tufts Medical Center - Ophthalmology in 2004.

Internship

Completed their internship at Chestnut Hill Hospital - Transitional in 2001.

Medical School

Graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in 2000.

NPI Number

Chandrasekharan Krishnan's NPI number is 1548225139.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Chandrasekharan Krishnan speak?
Chandrasekharan Krishnan speaks Spanish and Chinese.
Which hospitals is Chandrasekharan Krishnan affiliated with?
Chandrasekharan Krishnan is affiliated with Boston Medical Center Brighton.
How can I make an appointment with Chandrasekharan Krishnan?
You can find contact information for Chandrasekharan Krishnan here on Vitals.
Does Chandrasekharan Krishnan accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Chandrasekharan Krishnan has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Chandrasekharan Krishnan accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Chandrasekharan Krishnan accepts on their Vitals profile.

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