Dr. Victoria Chin, OD, FAAO, Houston, TX

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.81

Average wait time

3.83

Bedside manner

4.33

“This office is outstanding, from the cleanliness to the staff- everything was exceptional. The wait times weren't long and the staff were very friendly, patient, gave clear directions, and willing to answer all of my questions. The co-pay was fair. I'd recommend them. ”

Diarra D.January 30, 2026

About Dr. Victoria Chin

Dr. Victoria Chin is a board certified therapeutic optometrist and glaucoma specialist that focuses on ocular surface disease (e.g. dry eye disease) and refractive surgery (LASIK, cataract surgery, ICL’s). She also manages and treats ocular pathology and provides comprehensive primary eye care for adult and geriatric patients. Growing up in the business, eye care is a family affair for Dr. Chin. Her father and brother, Doctors Allen Chin Sr. and Allen Chin Jr. work together in private practice in Houston. Her sister-in-law, Dr. Emily Wang is also a practicing optometrist in Houston. Dr. Victoria Chin continues the family tradition at the Mann Eye Institute. At Mann Eye Institute, Dr. Chin helped launch the Ocular Surface Treatment Center. She continues to be one of the most experienced physicians in performing LipiFlow treatments in the state. She also helped implement the LipiFlow system at the largest LASIK clinic in the world, the Shenagawa clinic in Tokyo, Japan. She has lectured at an international and national level on ocular surface disease. Dr. Chin graduated with honors from the University of Texas at Austin in May 2000 with a Bachelors of Arts in Biology. She earned her Doctorate of Optometry from the State University of New York College of Optometry in May 2005. She concurrently obtained a Master of Business Administration in Health Care Administration from the Zicklin School of Business/Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York in June 2005. During her studies, Dr. Chin completed an externship at the West Haven Veterans Administration Hospital alongside Yale medical school’s ophthalmology residents. Dr. Chin also received the prestigious Feldman Award for her business thesis work studying a large inter-disciplinary academic eye care clinic in Manhattan.

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Popular visit reasons

Cataract Consultation

Contact Lenses

Eye Infection

Eye Inflammation

Eyeglasses

General Eye Consultation

Glaucoma Consultation

Routine Eye Exam

Cataract Consultation

Contact Lenses

Eye Infection

Eye Inflammation

Office location

Mann Eye Institute

5115 Fannin St, 10th Fl, Houston, TX 77030

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Education and background

Practice names

Mann Eye Institute

Board certifications

American Board of Optometry

Education and training

State University of New York, Doctor of Optometry
University of Texas at Austin (Bachelor's)
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Zicklin School of Business, Master's in Business Administration
West Haven Veterans Affairs Medical Center (Externship)
Marshall B. Ketchum University, Sepulveda Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Residency in Geriatric Primary Care Optometry

Professional memberships

American Academy of Optometry

Awards and publications

Edelman Award

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1184738536

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

4.81

Wait time

3.83

Bedside manner

4.33

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This office is outstanding, from the cleanliness to the staff- everything was exceptional. The wait times weren't long and the staff were very friendly, patient, gave clear directions, and willing to answer all of my questions. The co-pay was fair. I'd recommend them.

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What practice does Dr. Victoria Chin work with?

Dr. Victoria Chin works with Mann Eye Institute.

Where is Dr. Victoria Chin's office located?

Dr. Victoria Chin's office is located at 5115 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030.

Which board certifications does Dr. Victoria Chin have?

Dr. Victoria Chin is certified by American Board of Optometry.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Victoria Chin?

Dr. Victoria Chin frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eye Infection, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Victoria Chin on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Victoria Chin speak?

Dr. Victoria Chin speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Victoria Chin in reviews?

48 patients have reviewed Dr. Victoria Chin. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.81/5. They have a 4.33/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.83/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.