Summary

Dr. Helene Lam is a board-certified physician specializing in ophthalmology, surgery, and internal medicine. She earned her medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and brings 23 years of clinical experience to her practice. Dr. Lam is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Lam practices at VA Palo Alto Health Care System in Palo Alto, California. Her expertise focuses on treating serious eye conditions including cataracts and glaucoma. She performs advanced diagnostic procedures such as optical coherence tomography and retinal imaging to help detect and monitor eye diseases. Patients consistently rate Dr. Lam's care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 23 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla
  • 3 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Va Palo Alto Health Care System

3801 Miranda AvePalo Alto, CA 94304

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Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: University Of Athens School Of Health Sciences Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Helene Yunai Lam

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Helene Yunai Lam has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Helene Yunai Lam has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Internal Medicine
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmology
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

Dr. Helene Yunai Lam holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla in 2003.

NPI Number

Dr. Lam's NPI number is 1437262128.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Helene Lam?
You can find contact information for Dr. Helene Lam here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Helene Lam's office located?
Dr. Helene Lam's office is located at 3801 Miranda Ave, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.
What languages does Dr. Helene Lam speak?
Dr. Helene Lam speaks Spanish and English.
Is Dr. Helene Lam accepting new patients?
Dr. Helene Lam has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Helene Lam accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Helene Lam has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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