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Dr. James Lai, MD

Pediatric Ophthalmology* Age 58
Dr. James Lai, MD
4.8 (99 Ratings)

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Dr. James Lai, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmology Specialist in Houston, TX.
Dr. James Lai, MD
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Dr. James Lai, MD

Pediatric Ophthalmology* Age 58
Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
32 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. James Lai, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmology Specialist in Houston, TX.

About

Dr. James Lai, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmology Specialist in Houston, TX and has 32 years experience. They graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1992 and completed a residency at University Tex Sw/Parkland Medical Center.They currently practice at Houston Eye Associates and are affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center and Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center. Dr. Lai has experience treating conditions like Visual Field Defects, Exotropia and Strabismus among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Lai received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 99 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Lai is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Visual Field Defects
Exotropia
Strabismus
Visual Field Defects
Exotropia
Strabismus
Visual Field Defects
Exotropia
Strabismus
Astigmatism
Blepharitis
Lazy Eye
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Squamous Blepharitis
Esotropia
Farsightedness
Nearsightedness
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Chalazion
Chronic Conjunctivitis
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Corneal Diseases
Disorder of Choroid
Eye Cancer
Eye Infections
Eyelid Disorders
Floaters
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Glaucoma
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Headache
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Keratitis
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Stye
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Anisocoria
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Birth Defects
Birthmark
Blocked Tear Duct
Brown Syndrome
Cataract
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Chorioretinal Scars
Congenital Nystagmus
Conjunctiva Cyst
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Convergence Insufficiency
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Corneal Ulcer
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Diplopia
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Disseminated Chorioretinitis and Disseminated Retinochoroiditis
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Drusen
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Dry Eyes
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Duane Retraction Syndrome
Ectropion of Eyelid
Exophoria
Eye Pain
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Foreign Body in Eye
Foveal and Macular Hypoplasia
Herpetic Keratitis
Heterophoria
Hordeolum
Hypertropia
Hypotropia
Iridocyclitis
Juvenile Cataract
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Lagophthalmos
Latent Nystagmus
Macular Hole
Mechanical Strabismus
Nystagmus
Paralytic Strabismus
Progressive High Myopia
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinal Dystrophy
Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
Senile Cataracts
Staphyloma Posticum
Tear Duct Disorders
Trichiasis
Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
Visual Deprivation Nystagmus
B-Scan Ultrasound
Cornea Surgery
Excision of Chalazion
Extraocular Muscle Surgery
Eye Test
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Eyelid Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
Removal of Foreign Body from External Eye
Strabismus Surgery
Ultrasound, Eye
Vision Screening

Insurance Accepted

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  • Superior Health Plan
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
    Blue Choice
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
    HealthyBlue Advantage
  • LocalPlus
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Preferred PPO
  • Houston Area HMO-Standard
  • MultiPlan PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Houston Eye Associates
    2855 Gramercy St, Houston, TX 77025
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 668-6828
    Monday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Thursday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Friday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Saturday
    08:00 - 11:30
  2. 2 Houston Eye Associates
    1447 Highway 6 Ste 110, Sugar Land, TX 77478
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (281) 565-2020

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lai
4.8
Based on 99 Reviews
5 Stars (93)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (5)

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Jun 10, 2021
We came in as new patients and we registered in less than 5 minutes and then headed to Dr. Lais office section were we were greeted by an ever so friendly receptionist and the wait there was literally less than 2 minutes. Once inside everyone was so amazing and Dr Lai truly showed that he cared for my sons eyes/vision. We will most definitely be coming back.
Perlam — Jun 10, 2021
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Specialties*
Pediatric Ophthalmology
Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Washington School of Medicine
    1992
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Barnes - Jewish Hospital
    1993
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Tex Sw/Parkland Medical Center
    1996
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Childrens National Medical Center
    1997
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Lai, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lai's profile.

Dr. Lai frequently treats the following conditions: Visual Field Defects, Exotropia and Strabismus. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. James Lai, MD is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center and Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. James Lai, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center

    6411 Fannin St, Houston, TX

  • Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center

    921 Gessner Rd, Houston, TX