Dr. Richard J. Lasonde, MD | Rochester, NH | Ophthalmology

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Dr. Richard Lasonde is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating eye conditions and performing vision-restoring procedures. He earned his medical degree from Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and completed his residency training at Berkshire Medical Center. With 37 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Lasonde has developed extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating various eye disorders. He speaks both English and French.

Dr. Lasonde practices at Frisbie Memorial Hospital in Rochester, New Hampshire, and maintains affiliations with Wentworth Douglass Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. He performs cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures to help patients restore their vision. Patients have given Dr. Lasonde an average rating of 3.8 on Vitals.

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3.8

19 Ratings
37 years of experience
16 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, French
Berkshire Medical Center
7 written reviews
1 specialty
10 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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Nothing explained. Looking to see if his implants can be removed. Never explained that there were options

July 26th, 2022

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Poor presurgery consultation. Was not given options. Unsatisfactory response post surgery. I was the Twentieth patient done on that day. My eyes ache and one is cloudier than before surgery.

June 1st, 2022

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Been going to opthamologists all my life. Dr. Lasonde is the best of them all. He does the best work.

August 12th, 2020

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My Optometrist recommended I see an Opthamologist for a cataract evaluation. I saw Dr. Lasonde and he explained very little about the results of an hour of pre-testing by his assistants. Instead he handed me a brochure that described unifocal and multifocal options and wanted me to schedule cataract surgery. I left confused and uncomfortable. I just saw a highly recommended Opthamologist for a 2nd opinion and he said I had very early stage of cataracts and NO SURGERY required. Shame on Dr. Lasonde.

August 19th, 2019

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Very happy even over 10 years later...I elected to have laser surgery to help me through my military career and I have been so pleased with the results of my surgery... it was done approx. 2002 and now in 2017 when checked by my AF eye docs, they still comment on what a great job Dr. Lasonde did... when talking about your eyes, that is so nice to hear! Thanks Doctor Lasonde!!!

November 9th, 2017

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Dr Lasonde is an amazing eye dr. He did my cataract surgery and my mothers corneal transplant. He was beyond caring. He took amazing care of her and even came to office on his day off to check her eye. My mother is now 93 and just loves Dr Lasonde. She used to make him apple pies that he loved. If you want the best eye dr in the Seacoast area this is the guy to go to. His staff is very caring and friendly. Thank you Dr. Lasonde for taking such good care of my mother ~ Your the best!

May 30th, 2016

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Everything went well until I had to have emergency surgery when I found out that he had detached my retina now I have been out of work for five weeks with no end in sight! You better have good insurance or you will suffer financially .

August 8th, 2014

Frisbie Memorial Hospital

11 Whitehall RdRochester, NH 03867

Tel: (603) 332-5211


Dr. Richard James Lasonde, MD	Dr. Kinley Danae Beck, MD	Dr. Robert Devereaux Rice, MD	Dr. Jennifer Jing Ling, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
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37 Years of Experience	14 Years of Experience	43 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, French
Rochester , NH	Portsmouth , NH	Sanford , ME	Portsmouth , NH
Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University	Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine	Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New Hampshire, 2027, Active

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EDUCATION & TRAINING

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Berkshire Medical Center

Medical School

Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown UniversityGraduated in 1989

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Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Lasonde affiliated with?: Dr. Richard Lasonde is affiliated with Wentworth Douglass Hospital.
Where is Dr. Richard Lasonde's office located?: Dr. Richard Lasonde's office is located at 11 Whitehall Rd, Rochester, NH, 03867.
What languages does Dr. Richard Lasonde speak?: Dr. Richard Lasonde speaks English and French.

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