Summary

Dr. Phillip Lai is an ophthalmologist and internal medicine physician who brings 27 years of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, where he developed expertise in both eye care and comprehensive internal medicine. His dual specialty training allows him to provide integrated care that addresses both vision health and overall medical wellness.

Dr. Lai practices at Metropolitan Hospital Center in New York, NY, where he serves patients with a range of medical needs. His ophthalmology background enables him to diagnose and treat various eye conditions, while his internal medicine training helps him manage complex health issues. Patients benefit from his comprehensive approach to healthcare, which considers how different medical conditions may interconnect and affect overall well-being.

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Quick Facts

  • 1
  • 27 years of experience
  • THE WARREN ALPERT MEDICAL SCHOOL OF BROWN UNIVERSITY
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dr. Phillip Chi Lai

1901 1ST AVE STE 5NEW YORK, NY 10029

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
27 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, Spanish, Hebrew, Yiddish Speaks English Speaks English
NEW YORK , NYNew York , NYSouth Plainfield , NJSouth Plainfield , NJ
Med School: THE WARREN ALPERT MEDICAL SCHOOL OF BROWN UNIVERSITY Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Phillip Chi Lai

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Phillip Chi Lai has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Phillip Chi Lai has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Dr. Phillip Chi Lai holds an inactive medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of New York.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from THE WARREN ALPERT MEDICAL SCHOOL OF BROWN UNIVERSITY and Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University in 1999.

NPI Number

Dr. Lai's NPI number is 1346278975.

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Dr. Phillip Lai is affiliated with Metropolitan Hospital Center.
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