Summary

Dr. David Tien is a board-certified ophthalmologist with 43 years of experience specializing in eye care and vision correction. He earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School and has dedicated over four decades to helping patients achieve optimal eye health. His extensive experience allows him to treat a wide range of vision conditions with precision and care. Dr. Tien provides services in English.

Dr. Tien practices at Rhode Island Hospital and maintains locations in Providence, East Greenwich, and Warwick, Rhode Island. He specializes in treating common vision problems including astigmatism, nearsightedness, and farsightedness. His surgical expertise includes strabismus surgery to correct eye alignment issues. Patients also benefit from his comprehensive eye examinations and dilated eye exams for thorough vision assessment. Dr. Tien maintains an average patient rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 43 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Michigan Medical School
  • 41 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. David Robbins Tien has 3 locations

Pediatric Ophthalmology And Strabismus Associates

2 Dudley St Ste 505Providence, RI 02905
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Pediatric Ophthalmology And Strabismus Associates

1351 S COUNTY TRL BLDG 2EAST GREENWICH, RI 02818

The Surgery Center Of Rhode Island

55 Lambert Lind HwyWarwick, RI 02886
Mon6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. David Robbins Tien, MDDr. Philip Raymond Rizzuto, MDDr. Lenworth N Johnson, MDDr. Sarah Nadeem Anis, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
4.8 
3.8 
2.5 
43 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English
Providence , RIProvidence , RIWARWICK , RIProvidence , RI
Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: Government Medical College Nagpur
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Robbins Tien

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
  • Cigna
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Neighborhood Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. David Robbins Tien has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David Robbins Tien has the following area of expertise

  • Lazy Eye (Strabismus)

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Rhode Island, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Michigan Medical SchoolGraduated in 1983

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. David Tien speak?
Dr. David Tien speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. David Tien affiliated with?
Dr. David Tien is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital.
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