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Dr. Chirag Shah, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 47
Dr. Chirag Shah, MD
4.9 (73 Ratings)
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Dr. Chirag Shah, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 47
Waltham, MA
Accepting new patients
20 years of experience
 

Overview

Dr. Chirag Shah, MD works in Waltham, MA as an Ophthalmologist and has 20 years experience.

They are board certified in Ophthalmology and graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry in 2004. Dr. Shah completed a residency at Wills Eye Hospital Ophthalmology-Co-Chief Resident. Dr. Shah has has worked on more claims relating to Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Disorder of Choroid than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Shah has received an average rating of 4.9 from patients and has been reviewed 73 times. They are affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Community Medical Center and Tufts Medical Center. They are accepting new patients. Dr. Shah also speaks Spanish. Dr. Shah practices at Practice in Waltham, MA and has additional offices in Boston, MA, Framingham, MA, West Yarmouth, MA and Plymouth, MA.

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Locations

  1. 1 Massachusetts General Physicians Organization Inc
    52 Second Ave, Waltham, MA 02451
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (781) 487-2200
  2. 2 Ocb Optical
    50 Staniford St Ste 600, Boston, MA 02114
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (617) 367-4800
  3. 3 Office
    195 West St Fl 1, Waltham, MA 02451
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (800) 635-0489
  4. 4 Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston Inc
    61 Lincoln St Ste 212, Framingham, MA 01702
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (508) 875-9787
  5. 5 Office
    88 ANSEL HALLET RD, West Yarmouth, MA 02673
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (508) 771-4848
  6. 6 Plymouth Laser and Surgical Center
    146 Industrial Park Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (508) 833-6000

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4.9
Based on 73 Reviews
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1 Star (2)

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Jul 14, 2024
I am so blessed and thankful that Dr Shah treated my diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and cataracts. He is a kind, caring, excellent doctor who restored my failing eyesight. I highly recommend Dr Shah.
Susan Richardson — Jul 14, 2024
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Vitreoretinal Disease & Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry
    2004
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Beth Isreal Hosp/Harvard Medical School
    2005
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Wills Eye Hospital Ophthalmology-Co-Chief Resident
    2008
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Retina Svc of Wills Eye Hospital
    2010
Fellowship Hospital

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Chirag Shah, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Shah accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Shah accepts here.

Dr. Shah frequently sees patients for Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Disorder of Choroid.

Yes, Dr. Shah speaks Spanish. See Dr. Shah's profile on MedicalNewsToday for more information.

Dr. Shah has a star rating of 4.9/5 and has been reviewed 73 times.

Dr. Shah is board certified in Ophthalmology.

Dr. Shah has been practicing as an Ophthalmologist for 20 years.

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