Summary

Dr. Helene Lam treats cataracts and glaucoma and performs optical coherence tomography, retinal imaging, and vision tests. She practices surgery, ophthalmology, and internal medicine and has 23 years of experience. Dr. Lam is affiliated with VA Palo Alto Health Care System in Palo Alto, California. She earned her medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Lam 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 23 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla
  • 3 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 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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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Palo Alto , CAPalo Alto , CAPalo Alto , CASan Jose , CA
Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California Irvine College 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

Which hospitals is Dr. Helene Lam affiliated with?
Dr. Helene Lam is affiliated with Va Palo Alto Health Care System.
Does Dr. Helene Lam accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Helene Lam accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Helene Lam's office located?
Dr. Helene Lam's office is located at 3801 Miranda Ave, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.
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.

Data Sources

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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