Dr. Lai graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine in 1977 and completed a residency at St Marys Medical Center.Dr. Michael Lai, MD is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in Santa Maria, CA and has 47 years experience. Dr. Lai currently practices at Central Coast Endocrinology and are affiliated with French Hospital Medical Center, Marian Regional Medical Center, Adventist Health Sierra Vista and Lompoc Valley Medical Center. Dr. Lai has experience treating conditions like Dyslipidemia, Vitamin_Deficiency and Hypothyroidism among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Lai received an average rating of 2.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 58 times. Dr. Lai's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Lai also speaks Spanish. Dr. Lai is board certified in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Central Coast Endocrinology
1300 E Cypress St Ste C2, Santa Maria, CA 93454
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Central Coast Endocrinology
1250 Peach St Ste H, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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116 S Palisade Dr Ste 301, Santa Maria, CA 93454
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May 27, 2022

We have only seen Dr. Lai twice but so far he has been great. He has great bedside manners and and take time to answer all our questions in a thorough way. He has been very supportive of our care and willing to help in any way he can. He is also very encouraging. I had two questions later about lab work and he responded promptly both times. I give him a thumbs up. And I think they did take into consideration others reviews because the staff has always been helpful and kind.

Erin Voerman — May 27, 2022

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Languages Spoken

Spanish

Specialties*

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

Internal Medicine

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Education

Medical Education

University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine
1977

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Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology and Internal Medicine

Internship

St Mary Medical Center
1978

Residency

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St Marys Medical Center
1980

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Fellowship Hospital

Long Beach VA Medical Center
1982

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What are Dr. Lai's top areas of expertise?

Dr. Lai in specializes in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism. See more on Sharecare.

What conditions does Dr. Michael Lai, MD treat?

Dr. Lai frequently treats the following conditions: Dyslipidemia, Vitamin_Deficiency and Hypothyroidism. See more on Sharecare.

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Dr. Lai's office is located at 1300 E Cypress St Ste C2 Santa Maria, CA 93454. You can find other locations and directions on Sharecare.

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Dr. Lai provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.

Is Dr. Michael Lai, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. Michael Lai, MD is affiliated with French Hospital Medical Center, Marian Regional Medical Center, Adventist Health Sierra Vista and Lompoc Valley Medical Center.

Is Dr. Michael Lai, MD a board-certified professional?

Yes, Dr. Michael Lai, MD holds board certification in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology and Internal Medicine.

Does Dr. Michael Lai, MD receive good ratings from patients?

Dr. Michael Lai, MD has a star rating of 2.7/5. See more patient feedback on Sharecare.

Hospital Affiliations

French Hospital Medical Center
1911 Johnson Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA
Marian Regional Medical Center
1400 E Church St, Santa Maria, CA
Adventist Health Sierra Vista
1010 Murray Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA
Lompoc Valley Medical Center
1515 E Ocean Ave, Lompoc, CA

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