Summary

Dr. Lois Smith specializes in ophthalmology, focusing on comprehensive eye care and vision disorders. She earned her medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and completed residencies at Children's Hospital in pediatrics, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary in ophthalmology, and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in internal medicine. With 48 years of experience in practice, Dr. Smith is board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology. She provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Smith practices at Massachusetts Eye and Ear in Boston, Massachusetts. She treats various eye conditions including strabismus (crossed eyes), amblyopia (lazy eye), and myopia (nearsightedness). Her expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams and dilated eye exams to detect vision problems and eye diseases. She also provides retinal imaging services to examine the back of the eye for potential issues. Patients have given Dr. Smith an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their satisfaction with her care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 48 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics; Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, Internal Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Department of Ophthalmology

300 Longwood AveBoston, MA 02115
Mon8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 3:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.8 
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48 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, French, Italian
Boston , MAWellesley , MABrookline , MABrookline , MA
Med School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Lois E. Smith

  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CBA Blue
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health New England
  • HealthPartners
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Tricare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Lois E. Smith has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Lois E. Smith has the following 9 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

Lois E. Smith is board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics; Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, Internal Medicine and Children's Hospital Program.

Medical School

Graduated from Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma in 1978 and Boston University School of Medicine in 1978.

NPI Number

Lois E. Smith's NPI number is 1639269616.

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Lois E. Smith is affiliated with Massachusetts Eye And Ear.
What languages does Lois E. Smith speak?
Lois E. Smith speaks English.
Where is Lois E. Smith's office located?
Lois E. Smith's office is located at 300 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA, 02115.

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