Summary

Dr. Shizuo Mukai specializes in ophthalmology with a focus on retinal conditions and advanced eye care. They earned their medical degree from Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and completed residency training at Mt Auburn Hospital. With 44 years of experience in the field, Dr. Mukai brings extensive expertise to complex eye conditions. They are fluent in Chinese, English, French, and Spanish, allowing them to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Mukai practices at Massachusetts Eye And Ear in Boston, Massachusetts. They focus on treating serious retinal conditions such as retinal detachment and age-related macular degeneration, as well as posterior vitreous detachment. Their expertise includes advanced diagnostic procedures like retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to carefully examine eye health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Mukai highly for their care, with an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 44 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, English, French, Spanish
  • Mt Auburn Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Shizuo Mukai

243 Charles StBoston, MA 02114

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Shizuo MukaiDr. Ernest William Kornmehl, MDDr. Daniel Louis Schwartz, MDDr. Kevin J Kaufman, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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4.8 
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44 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 Chinese, English, French, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, French, Italian
Boston , MAWellesley , MABrookline , MABrookline , MA
Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University 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 Shizuo Mukai

  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross - HMO-POS
  • Anthem Blue Cross - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CBA Blue
  • CDPHP
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health New England
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Neighborhood Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Shizuo Mukai has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Shizuo Mukai has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Genetics
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Retinopathy of Prematurity
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Shizuo Mukai holds an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Mt Auburn Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University in 1982.

NPI Number

Shizuo Mukai's NPI number is 1164412250.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Shizuo Mukai's office located?
Shizuo Mukai's office is located at 243 Charles St, Boston, MA, 02114.
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Which hospitals is Shizuo Mukai affiliated with?
Shizuo Mukai is affiliated with Massachusetts Eye And Ear.
Does Shizuo Mukai accept my insurance?
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Does Shizuo Mukai accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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