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Dr. Lawrence Chao, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 58
Dr. Lawrence Chao, MD
3.4 (30 Ratings)
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Dr. Lawrence Chao, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Irvine, CA.
Dr. Lawrence Chao, MD
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Dr. Lawrence Chao, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 58
Irvine, CA
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience
Dr. Lawrence Chao, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Irvine, CA.

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Dr. Lawrence Chao, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Irvine, CA and has 31 years experience. They graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 1993 and completed a residency at St. Vincent's Medical Center.They currently practice at Chao Vision Institute, Irvine, CA and are affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach and Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange. Dr. Chao has experience treating conditions like Lacrimal Gland Disorder, Dry Eyes and Tear Duct Disorders among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Chao received an average rating of 3.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 30 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Chao also speaks Mandarin. Dr. Chao is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Locations

  1. 1 Chao Vision Institute, Irvine, CA
    2500 Alton Pkwy Ste 102, Irvine, CA 92606
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 17:00
  2. 2 Chao Vision Institute- Fullerton
    1955 Sunny Crest Dr Ste 120, Fullerton, CA 92835
    Monday
    13:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 15:00
    Wednesday
    01:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 15:00
    Friday
    Closed
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  3. 3 Surgicare of La Veta Ltd.
    3500 Barranca Pkwy Ste 130, Irvine, CA 92606

Experience and Background Check

Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Dry Eyes
Tear Duct Disorders
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Dry Eyes
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Tear Duct Disorders
Eyelid Disorders
Drusen
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Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Blepharitis
Cataract
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Chalazion
Corneal Diseases
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Ectropion of Eyelid
Eye Cancer
Eye Infections
Floaters
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Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Glaucoma
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Lazy Eye
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Ocular Hypertension
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Senile Cataracts
Stye
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Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Cataract Removal Surgery
Accommodation Disorders
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Anterior Scleritis
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Astigmatism
Blocked Tear Duct
Chorioretinal Scars
Chronic Conjunctivitis
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Diplopia
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Dislocation of Lens
Exotropia
Farsightedness
Foveal and Macular Hypoplasia
Herpetic Keratitis
Iridocyclitis
Keratitis
Keratoconus
Macular Hole
Migraine
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Nearsightedness
Optic Neuritis
Pinguecula
Presbyopia
Progressive High Myopia
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Tonic Pupil
Trichiasis
Visual Field Defects
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Anterior Vitrectomy
B-Scan Ultrasound
Cornea Surgery
Cornea Transplant
Drainage of Conjunctival Cyst
Excision or Destruction of Lesion of Cornea
Eye Examination
Eyelid Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Implantable Contact Lens
Laser Cataract Surgery
LASIK
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Repair of Eye Laceration
Tear Duct Surgery
Vision Screening
Vitrectomy (incl. Macular Hole Repair)
Vitreoretinal Surgery
YAG Laser Capsulotomy

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3.4
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1 Star (11)

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Jan 21, 2023
Dr chao removed my cataracts a few years ago. Just yesterday went back for my yearly exam and I still have 20/20 vision he also removed a secondary cataract which not all ophthalmologists have the laser in their office to be able to do so. I’m very happy with the results of the surgery
Fran G — Jan 21, 2023
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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • Dr. Lawrence C. Chao M.D. is an Orange County cataract, LASIK, and corneal refractive eye physician and surgeon. By placing the welfare of patients first and foremost, Dr. Chao is considered a doctor whom doctors would choose for themselves or their loved ones. Entrusted to care for the eyes of many of Orange County's doctors, professionals, and their families, Dr. Chao personally has performed over ten thousand cataract, LASIK and corneal refractive procedures. When Best Doctors of America asked doctors questions like, ``If you or a loved one needed a doctor in your specialty, to whom would you refer them?`` his peers elected Dr. Chao. More than just performing eye surgeries, Dr. Chao is hands-on with all aspects of patient care from consults to postoperative care at his practice and office-based procedure center in Irvine, CA to ensure the best possible clinical and surgical result.

Care Philosophy
Biography
  • Dr. Lawrence Chao, MD is an ophthalmology specialist in Irvine, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 1993. He specializes in Ophthalmology and Cataract Surgery.
Biography
Languages Spoken
Mandarin
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Cataract Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine
    1993
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • St Mary's Medical Center
    1994
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • St. Vincent's Medical Center
    1997
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of California Irvine Medical Center
    1998
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Lawrence Chao, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Chao's profile.

Dr. Chao frequently treats the following conditions: Lacrimal Gland Disorder, Dry Eyes and Tear Duct Disorders. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Lawrence Chao, MD is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach and Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange.

Yes, Dr. Lawrence Chao, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Dr. Chao has over 31 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Hoag Hospital Newport Beach

    1 Hoag Dr, Newport Beach, CA

  • Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange

    1100 W Stewart Dr, Orange, CA

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