What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.92
Average wait time
4.56
Bedside manner
4.92
“My office visit went extremely well, the staff was amazing. Dr. Thavikulwat was great, she is attentive, compassionate, understanding etc. I feel very comfortable with her. She took the time to explain everything in detail.”
JCMore than 1 year ago
“Overall straightforward, clear and generally easy to go through. Kind & accomodating staff & informative”
PSMore than 1 year ago
About Dr. Alisa Thavikulwat
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Dr. Alisa Thavikulwat is a Board-Certified Comprehensive Ophthalmologist. Dr. Thavikulwat was born and raised in Towson, MD and studied at the University of Rochester, where she completed a combined BA/MD program as a Rochester Early Medical Scholar and was elected to Phi Beta Kappa. During medical school, she participated in the global healthy pathway and received an international research fellowship to study outcomes of cataract surgery at a mobile eye clinic in Thailand, where she discovered her interest in ophthalmology. She was then selected to participate in the Medical Research Scholars Program at the National Institutes of Health, allowing her to spend a year at the National Eye Institute conducting research in age-related macular degeneration. Dr. Thavikulwat went on to complete her residency at the University of Illinois at Chicago, where she received the Normal Blair Resident Research Award, followed by medical retina fellowship back at the National Eye Institute. Dr. Thavikulwat is a published author in the field of ophthalmology and has been published in prestigious journals, such as Ophthalmology, American Journal of Ophthalmology, and JAMA Ophthalmology. She has presented her research at many conferences and is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. In her spare time, Dr. Thavikulwat enjoys playing competitive badminton, cooking Thai food, and traveling. Awards & Honors
Normal Blair Resident Research Award
National Eye Institute Travel Grant
Phi Beta Kappa
Rochester Early Medical Scholars Program
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Education and background
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Board certifications
- American Board of Ophthalmology
Education and training
- Medical School - University of Rochester, Doctor of Medicine
- University of Illinois, Chicago, Residency in Ophthalmology
- National Eye Institute, Fellowship in Medical Retina
- University of Rochester (Bachelor's)
Professional memberships
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
Awards and publications
- Dr. Alisa received the Normal Blair Resident Research Award.
- Dr. Thavikulwat is a published author in the field of ophthalmology and has been published in prestigious journals, such as Ophthalmology, American Journal of Ophthalmology, and Jama Ophthalmology.
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1265827745
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.92
Wait time
4.56
Bedside manner
4.92
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The visit is good. The staff are great. The doctor is humble and kind. The environment is calm. Friendly environment.
More than 1 year agoJI
Overall straightforward, clear and generally easy to go through. Kind & accomodating staff & informative
More than 1 year agoPS
I love this office, awesome staff awesome Dr. Alisa most of my family members will be coming here
More than 1 year agoJE
Clean & friendly office & staff. Testing well explained. Dr was attentive & good bedside manner
More than 1 year agoDH
It was an easy visit. The staff took good care of me paying attention to every concern.
More than 1 year agoMM
Visited was excellent/ office clean Staff nice & polite. Doctor awesome !!=) (5 STARS)
More than 1 year agoZA
Longer than expected but that means thorough :) staff was very nice and professional
More than 1 year agoGB
Front staff pleasant, office comfortable, examination most thorough I've ever had
More than 1 year agoTW
Visit went very well. I love coming here Everyone is so nice and pleasant.
More than 1 year agoBW
GREAT, AS USUAL ALL EMPLOYEES AND TECHNICIANS WERE KIND & PROFESSIONAL.
More than 1 year agoPR
My visit was great. Staff and doctors are very friendly and attentive.
More than 1 year agoMM
It was great all the staffs handled their duties professionaliy.
More than 1 year agoBA
Everyone was professional & friendly. Dr. T was very kind.
More than 1 year agoLH
The visit was great. All the employee was wonderful.
More than 1 year agoGH
great experience overall
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My office visit went extremely well, the staff was amazing. Dr. Thavikulwat was great, she is attentive, compassionate, understanding etc. I feel very comfortable with her. She took the time to explain everything in detail.
More than 1 year agoJC
Great visit -> super friendly and swet
More than 1 year agoCA
Awesome as always
More than 1 year agoWR
My visit was incredible. Literally the most thorough, pleasant, & professional eye experience I have ever had. They have a very effective communication systems as well to make sure your needs get met!
More than 1 year agoDM
Great visit! Excellent service as always!
More than 1 year agoDW
The appointment went well.
More than 1 year agoJP
Everyone from receptionist to the techsto the Dr was welcoming and thorough. I enjoyed my first experience, and, will be back.
More than 1 year agoCG
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What practice does Dr. Alisa Thavikulwat work with?
Dr. Alisa Thavikulwat works with Vision MD.
Where is Dr. Alisa Thavikulwat's office located?
Dr. Alisa Thavikulwat's office is located at 12150 Annapolis Rd, Glenn Dale, MD 20769.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alisa Thavikulwat have?
Dr. Alisa Thavikulwat is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Alisa Thavikulwat?
Dr. Alisa Thavikulwat frequently sees patients for Eye Infection, General Eye Consultation, Glaucoma Consultation, Retina Consultation, and Stye / Hordeolum. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Alisa Thavikulwat on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Alisa Thavikulwat speak?
Dr. Alisa Thavikulwat speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Alisa Thavikulwat in reviews?
26 patients have reviewed Dr. Alisa Thavikulwat. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.92/5. They have a 4.92/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.56/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.