4.1
7 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Lawrence Tafoya is an ophthalmologist who earned his medical degree from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences. With 15 years of experience in eye care, he focuses on helping patients with various vision and eye health concerns. Dr. Tafoya is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Tafoya practices at multiple locations including El Paso, Texas, Las Cruces, New Mexico, and Mesa, Arizona, with hospital affiliations at Christus Surgical Hospital. He specializes in treating cataracts and dry eye conditions, helping patients restore clear vision and comfort. His expertise includes performing comprehensive vision tests, visual field testing, and retinal imaging to diagnose and monitor eye health. Patients rate Dr. Tafoya 4.1 out of 5 stars for his care.
Dr. Tafoya practices at multiple locations including El Paso, Texas, Las Cruces, New Mexico, and Mesa, Arizona, with hospital affiliations at Christus Surgical Hospital. He specializes in treating cataracts and dry eye conditions, helping patients restore clear vision and comfort. His expertise includes performing comprehensive vision tests, visual field testing, and retinal imaging to diagnose and monitor eye health. Patients rate Dr. Tafoya 4.1 out of 5 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts
- 15 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of New Mexico Health Sciences
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 6 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Lawrence Cecilio Tafoya has 6 locationsSouthwest Eye Institute - Mesa
4171 N Mesa St Bldg D Ste 100El Paso, TX 79902Mon8:00 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
Vista Surgery Center
1400 Common DrEl Paso, TX 79936 Tel: (915) 267-2020
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 - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Southwest Eye Institute
2301 Saturn CirLas Cruces, NM 88012Mon8:00 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
Southwest Eye Institute
150 S Resler DrEl Paso, TX 79912Mon8:00 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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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 15 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, English |
| EL PASO , TX | Webster , TX | Webster , TX | El Paso , TX |
| Med School: University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine | Med School: Baylor College of Medicine | Med School: University of Minnesota | Med School: University Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lawrence Cecilio Tafoya
Medical Specialties
Dr. Lawrence Cecilio Tafoya has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Lawrence Cecilio Tafoya has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
15 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, New Mexico, 2027, Active
Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
University Of New Mexico Health Sciences
Medical School
University Of New Mexico School Of MedicineGraduated in 2011
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Lawrence Tafoya affiliated with?
- Dr. Lawrence Tafoya is affiliated with Christus Surgical Hospital.
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- What languages does Dr. Lawrence Tafoya speak?
- Dr. Lawrence Tafoya speaks English and Spanish.
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