Summary

Dr. James Lai specializes in ophthalmology with over three decades of experience caring for patients with eye conditions. He earned his medical degree from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed his residency training at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program and the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in ophthalmology. Dr. Lai also completed internal medicine training at Barnes-Jewish Hospital. He holds board certification in ophthalmology from the American Board of Ophthalmology and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Lai practices at Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center and sees patients at Houston Eye Associates locations in Houston and Sugar Land, Texas. He treats conditions such as periorbital cellulitis, blepharitis, and astigmatism. His expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, dilated eye exams, and retinal imaging. Patients have rated Dr. Lai 4.8 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 34 years of experience
  • 52 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
  • 8 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. James Z. Lai has 2 locations

Houston Eye Associates

2855 Gramercy StHouston, TX 77025
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
Sat9:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Houston Eye Associates

1447 Highway 6 Suite 110Sugar Land, TX 77478
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

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.9 
34 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Houston , TXHouston , TXWebster , TXWebster , TX
Med School: The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Medical School Med School: University of Minnesota Med School: Baylor College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Z. Lai

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Assurant Health
  • Avesis
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • EMI Health
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Gateway Health
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • Home State Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Home State Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Memorial Hermann
  • Memorial Hermann - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health Insurance - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • SAMBA
  • Sana
  • Superior Vision
  • Superior Vision - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Superior Vision - PPO
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Z. Lai has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Z. Lai has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lazy Eye (Strabismus)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Ophthalmology; Barnes-Jewish Hosp, Internal Medicine

Medical School

The University of Texas School of Medicine at San AntonioGraduated in 1992
Washington University School of Medicine, St. LouisGraduated in 1992

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Which hospitals is Dr. James Lai affiliated with?
Dr. James Lai is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center.
Where is Dr. James Lai's office located?
Dr. James Lai's office is located at 2855 Gramercy St, Houston, TX, 77025.

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