Dr. Lawrence Chao, MD, Fullerton, CA

About Dr. Lawrence Chao

Founder and Medical Director, Lawrence C. Chao, M.D. has performed over 20,000 LASIK and lens-based procedures. Dr. Chao continues to set the bar for maintaining university-level expertise in a private practice setting. He is a Board of Director member of La Veta/ Barranca Surgical Center and a member of national and international professional societies. Diplomat, American Board of Ophthalmology American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) With an ongoing interest to grow and teach, Dr. Chao has continued to mentor and train eye care providers as well as participate in research and development of technology and techniques for cataract and refractive management. Ongoing participation in usability studies. Gifting of legacy eye surgery platforms to the Museum of the Eye. Training new eyecare providers through a private practice lens.

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Cataract

Secondary membranaous cataract surgery

Cataract surgery with lens implant

Cataract

Secondary membranaous cataract surgery

Cataract surgery with lens implant

Office locations

Chao Vision Institute (1 of 2)

1955 Sunnycrest, Ste 120, Fullerton, CA 92835

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Chao Vision Institute (2 of 2)

2500 Alton Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92606

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Education and background

Practice names

Chao Vision Institute

Board certifications

American Board of Ophthalmology

Education and training

Medical School - University of Southern California, Doctor of Medicine
St. Vincent's Medical Center, Residency in Ophthalmology
University of California, Irvine, Fellowship in Cornea and Refractive Surgery

Professional memberships

American Academy of Ophthalmology
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery

Awards and publications

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1700812997

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What practice does Dr. Lawrence Chao work with?

Dr. Lawrence Chao works with Chao Vision Institute.

Where is Dr. Lawrence Chao's office located?

Dr. Lawrence Chao has 2 office locations, including in Fullerton and Irvine, view full addresses on Dr. Chao's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Lawrence Chao have?

Dr. Lawrence Chao is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Lawrence Chao?

Dr. Lawrence Chao frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, Refractive Surgery Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Lawrence Chao on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Lawrence Chao speak?

Dr. Lawrence Chao speaks English.

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