Dr. James Ching Lai, MD

Dr. James Lai is an ophthalmologist who brings three decades of experience to his practice specializing in retinal conditions and eye surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School and has dedicated his career to helping patients preserve and restore their vision. Dr. Lai is fluent in Chinese and Tagalog, allowing him to serve diverse communities throughout Hawaii.

Dr. Lai practices at Pali Momi Medical Center and maintains locations across Hawaii, including Aiea, Honolulu, Lihue, and Kahului. He focuses on treating complex eye conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, and posterior vitreous detachment. His expertise includes advanced procedures like retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and anti-VEGF treatment to help patients maintain healthy vision. Patients rate Dr. Lai 4.5 out of 5 stars for his comprehensive eye care.