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Dr. James Lai, MD

Pediatric Ophthalmology* Age 59
Dr. James Lai, MD
4.8 (100 Ratings)

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

Pediatric Ophthalmology* Age 59
Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
32 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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

About

Dr. Lai graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1992 and completed a residency at University Tex Sw/Parkland Medical Center.Dr. James Lai, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist in Houston, TX and has 32 years experience. Dr. Lai currently practices at Houston Eye Associates and are affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center and Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center. Dr. Lai has experience treating conditions like Lazy Eye, Squamous Blepharitis and Visual Field Defects among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Lai received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 100 times. Dr. Lai's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Lai is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Lazy Eye
Squamous Blepharitis
Visual Field Defects
Lazy Eye
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Squamous Blepharitis
Visual Field Defects
Astigmatism
Blepharitis
Chronic Conjunctivitis
Exotropia
Nystagmus
Strabismus
Farsightedness
Hypertropia
Hypotropia
Nearsightedness
Acquired Coloboma
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Anisocoria
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Blocked Tear Duct
Cataract
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Chalazion
Chorioretinal Scars
Congenital Nystagmus
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Corneal Diseases
Diplopia
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Disorder of Choroid
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Dry Eyes
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Duane Retraction Syndrome
Esophoria
Esotropia
Exophoria
Eye Cancer
Eye Infections
Eye Pain
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Eyelid Disorders
Floaters
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Glaucoma
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Headache
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Heterophoria
Iris Ciliary Degeneration
Juvenile Cataract
Keratitis
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Paralytic Strabismus
Pigment Dispersion Syndrome
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Retinal Dystrophy
Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
Stye
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Tear Duct Disorders
Trichiasis
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Anterior Scleritis
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Bell's Palsy
Birth Defects
Birthmark
Black Eye
Blind Hypotensive Eye
Brown Syndrome
Choroidal Neovascular Membranes (CNVM)
Color Blindness
Conjunctiva Cyst
Contusion of the Eyeball
Convergence Insufficiency
Corneal Erosion
Corneal Ulcer
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Disseminated Chorioretinitis and Disseminated Retinochoroiditis
Drusen
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Ectropion of Eyelid
Eyeball Contusion
Eyelid Spasm
Focal Chorioretinitis and Focal Retinochoroiditis
Foreign Body in Eye
Foveal and Macular Hypoplasia
Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Herpetic Keratitis
Hordeolum
Hyphema
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Iridocyclitis
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Juvenile Macular Degeneration
Keratoconus
Lagophthalmos
Leukocoria
Macular Hole
Marfan Syndrome
Mechanical Strabismus
Migraine
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Monofixation Syndrome
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Nodular Episcleritis
Ocular Hypertension
Ophthalmoplegic Migraine
Optic Neuritis
Periorbital Cellulitis
Pinguecula
Posterior Uveitis
Presbyopia
Progressive High Myopia
Pterygium
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinal Telangiectasia
Retinal Vasculitis
Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
Retinoschisis
Senile Cataracts
Staphyloma Posticum
Ulcerative Blepharitis
Uveitis
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Visual Deprivation Nystagmus
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Xanthelasma of Eyelid
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
Tear Duct Surgery
Ultrasound, Eye
Vision Screening

Insurance Accepted

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

Locations

  1. 1 Houston Eye Associates
    2855 Gramercy St, Houston, TX 77025
    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

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lai
4.8
Based on 100 Reviews
5 Stars (94)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (5)

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Jul 03, 2024
Very nice and friendly staff, didn't take too long waiting, doctor was amazing and explained everything thoroughly. I would recommend this office to everyone. They make you feel welcomed and my son loved it. Thank you very much for a wonderful experience!
Leanna — Jul 03, 2024
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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: Lazy Eye, Squamous Blepharitis and Visual Field Defects. See more on Sharecare.

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

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

Hospital Affiliations

  • Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center

    921 Gessner Rd, Houston, TX

  • Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center

    6411 Fannin St, Houston, TX