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31 Ratings with 28 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Michael Lai is a board-certified ophthalmologist who has dedicated 25 years to caring for patients with retinal and eye conditions. He earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, one of the nation's most prestigious medical institutions. His expertise focuses on complex retinal disorders, bringing a quarter-century of specialized knowledge to his practice. Dr. Lai is fluent in Spanish and Chinese, allowing him to communicate directly with patients from diverse backgrounds.
Dr. Lai practices at multiple locations throughout the Washington, DC area, including Chevy Chase, Rockville, and Washington, DC, and maintains his hospital affiliation with Adventist Healthcare Fort Washington Medical Center. He specializes in treating serious eye conditions such as retinal detachment and age-related macular degeneration. His practice also focuses on posterior vitreous detachment, a common condition that can affect vision as people age. Dr. Lai performs …comprehensive eye exams, advanced retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to diagnose and monitor eye health. Patients consistently rate him highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
Read More Read less Dr. Lai practices at multiple locations throughout the Washington, DC area, including Chevy Chase, Rockville, and Washington, DC, and maintains his hospital affiliation with Adventist Healthcare Fort Washington Medical Center. He specializes in treating serious eye conditions such as retinal detachment and age-related macular degeneration. His practice also focuses on posterior vitreous detachment, a common condition that can affect vision as people age. Dr. Lai performs …comprehensive eye exams, advanced retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to diagnose and monitor eye health. Patients consistently rate him highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 25 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, Chinese
- Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
- 28 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 5 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Michael Minshyue Lai has 5 locationsFriendship Ambulatory Surgery Center
5550 Friendship Blvd Ste 270Chevy Chase, MD 20815 Tel: (301) 215-7347
The Retina Group Of Washington Pc
600 Jefferson Plz Ste 320Rockville, MD 20852 Tel: (301) 315-2198
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
The Retina Group Of Washington Pllc
5454 Wisconsin Ave Ste 650Chevy Chase, MD 20815 Tel: (301) 656-8100
Mon8:00 am - 3:15 pm
Tue8:00 am - 3:15 pm
Wed8:00 am - 3:15 pm
Thu8:00 am - 3:15 pm
Fri8:00 am - 3:15 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
The Retina Group Of Washington Pllc
660 Pennsylvania Ave SE Ste 200Washington, DC 20003Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Montgomery Surgery Center
46 W Gude DrRockville, MD 20850 Tel: (301) 424-6901
Mon6:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue6:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed6:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu6:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri6:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 25 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | 56 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, Chinese | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Chevy Chase , MD | Winchester , VA | Laurel , MD | Arlington , VA |
| Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine | Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine | Med School: Loma Linda University in California | Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Minshyue Lai
Medical Specialties
Dr. Michael Minshyue Lai has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Michael Minshyue Lai has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
25 Years Experience
Dr. Michael Minshyue Lai holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of District Of Columbia and Maryland.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine in 2001.
NPI Number
Dr. Lai's NPI number is 1962432260.
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