“Great space and an incredibly kind staff. Dr. Chu was very personable, informative, and provided answers to my questions and helpful suggestions. The staff also presented me with the most affordable options with tips and more, which was a huge plus!”
Nicholas U.October 22, 2026
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“Great space and an incredibly kind staff. Dr. Chu was very personable, informative, and provided answers to my questions and helpful suggestions. The staff also presented me with the most affordable options with tips and more, which was a huge plus!”
Nicholas U.October 22, 2026
“This was my second appointment at this practice and both went extremely well. I was greeted right away by their staff and went into the appointment with no delay. Dr. Chu impressed me at my appointment today, they were very relaxed and approachable. They were friendly and spent time with me reviewing images of my eyes and explaining each detail. I left feeling relieved and really acknowledged which stood out to me! ”
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About Dr. Kai Lai Chu
We also conduct thorough ocular wellness check on all our patients which includes yearly retina imaging scans. Please be aware that this may be covered by insurance or have a copay associated with it. All routine and contact lens exam services will have copays associated with its services based on insurance policies as well. If you have any questions about your insurance coverage, please feel free to contact your insurance company before your appointment.
** New patients, please arrive 15 minutes before your appointment to complete the necessary paperwork
Dr. Sunshine Chu is a New York State-licensed optometrist providing comprehensive eye care, including routine eye exams, contact lens care, and management of ocular conditions. She earned her optometry degree at Illinois College of Optometry, she is board certified by the National Board of Examiners.
She is fluent in both English and Chinese and is committed to delivering exceptional and personalized eye care to each patient.
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Illinois College of Optometry, Doctor of Optometry
Languages spoken
English
Chinese (Mandarin)
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1205446358
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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My eye exam with Sunshine was excellent! She was friendly and professional and answered all my questions
Less than 3 months agoCC
Seamless check in, thorough evaluation, and a great optometrist. Highly recommend!
October 27, 2026Jennifer R.Verified patient
Great space and an incredibly kind staff. Dr. Chu was very personable, informative, and provided answers to my questions and helpful suggestions. The staff also presented me with the most affordable options with tips and more, which was a huge plus!
October 22, 2026Nicholas U.Verified patient
This was my second appointment at this practice and both went extremely well. I was greeted right away by their staff and went into the appointment with no delay. Dr. Chu impressed me at my appointment today, they were very relaxed and approachable. They were friendly and spent time with me reviewing images of my eyes and explaining each detail. I left feeling relieved and really acknowledged which stood out to me!
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Great ! Friendly informative service. Polite Office Staff. Incredible Doctor!!!
Answered all questions and concerns with patience, professionalism and confidence. Will recommend to Family and Friends.
September 21, 2026James B.Verified patient
My eye appointment with Dr. Chu was an excellent experience. She was professional, thorough, and efficient throughout the entire examination. She took the time to explain everything clearly and made sure I fully understood my options for vision correction, including both glasses and contact lenses. I left the appointment feeling very satisfied with the care I received and truly appreciated her attention to detail. I look forward to seeing Dr. Chu again for my future appointments.
Less than 3 months agoDL
I had a great experience with the dr.chu during my eye care visit. The doctor was kind, professional, and took the time to listen to my concerns and answer my questions. I appreciated how clearly everything was explained and never felt rushed during the appointment. The staff was also friendly and helpful, and the overall experience was comfortable and well organized. I would definitely recommend this office for eye care.
Less than 3 months agoJC
While visiting family in New York, I needed to have my glasses replaced and Dr. Chu went above and beyond to help me out. She was kind, patient, and made the whole process really easy. I truly appreciated her help and would definitely recommend her.
Less than 3 months agoST
I had a great experience with Dr. Kai Lai Chu! She was extremely kind, patient, and professional throughout my visit. She really took the time to listen to my concerns, explain everything clearly, and make sure I felt comfortable and understood. I never felt rushed, and you can tell she genuinely cares about her patients. Dr. Chu is very knowledgeable and thorough, and I felt like I was in great hands. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and trustworthy optometrist!
Less than 3 months agoAZ
I had a great experience with Dr. Kai Lai Chu! She was extremely kind, patient, and professional throughout my visit. She really took the time to listen to my concerns, explain everything clearly, and make sure I felt comfortable and understood. I never felt rushed, and you can tell she genuinely cares about her patients. Dr. Chu is very knowledgeable and thorough, and I felt like I was in great hands. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and trustworthy optometrist!
Less than 3 months agoAC
Dr. Chu was very friendly, attentive, and engaged during my visit. She listened to all of my concerns and was able to explain it in a way that made things very easy to understand. I would definitely recommend her to anyone who’s looking for an eye doctor!
Less than 3 months agoRX
Dr. Chu is very professional and personable. She is knowledgeable and answered all my questions thoroughly. She was genuinely attentive and made my entire experience very comfortable. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for an optometrist.
Less than 3 months agoPL
Dr. chu is knowledgeable, caring, and attentive. She took the time to explain everything clearly. I felt comfortable and well cared for throughout my visit. Highly recommend!
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Frequently asked questions
How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Kai Lai Chu?
Generally, Dr. Kai Lai Chu has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Chu's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kai Lai Chu have?
Dr. Kai Lai Chu is certified by National Board of Examiners in Optometry.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Kai Lai Chu?
Dr. Kai Lai Chu frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eye Emergency Visit, Eye Infection, Eyeglasses, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Kai Lai Chu on their profile.
19 patients have reviewed Dr. Kai Lai Chu. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.