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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

Ophthalmology* Age 58
Irvine, CA
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience
 

Overview

Dr. Lawrence Chao, MD works in Irvine, CA as an Ophthalmologist and has 31 years experience.

They are board certified in Ophthalmology and graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 1993. Dr. Chao completed a residency at St. Vincent's Medical Center. Dr. Chao has has worked on more claims relating to Dry Eyes, Lacrimal Gland Disorder and Tear Duct Disorders than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Chao has received an average rating of 3.4 from patients and has been reviewed 30 times. They are affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach and Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange. They are accepting new patients. Dr. Chao also speaks Mandarin. Dr. Chao practices at Chao Vision Institute, Irvine, CA in Irvine, CA and has additional offices in Fullerton, CA.

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  • Choice Plus POS II
  • Prudent Buyer Individual CA PPO
  • Medicare
  • Cigna PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Chao Vision Institute, Irvine, CA
    2500 Alton Pkwy Ste 102, Irvine, CA 92606
  2. 2 Chao Vision Institute- Fullerton
    1955 Sunny Crest Dr Ste 120, Fullerton, CA 92835
  3. 3 Surgicare of La Veta Ltd.
    3500 Barranca Pkwy Ste 130, Irvine, CA 92606

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3.4
Based on 30 Reviews
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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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Languages Spoken
Mandarin
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Cataract Surgery
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Education

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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Internship

Internship
  • St Mary's Medical Center
    1994
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Residency

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

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of California Irvine Medical Center
    1998
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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Lawrence Chao, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

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

Dr. Chao frequently sees patients for Dry Eyes, Lacrimal Gland Disorder and Tear Duct Disorders.

Yes, Dr. Chao speaks Mandarin. See Dr. Chao's profile on MedicalNewsToday for more information.

Dr. Chao has a star rating of 3.4/5 and has been reviewed 30 times.

Dr. Chao is board certified in Ophthalmology.

Dr. Chao has been practicing as an Ophthalmologist for 31 years.

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Hospital Affiliations

  • Hoag Hospital Newport Beach
  • Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange

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