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Dr. Xueling (Katelyn) Song, OD
Optometrist
831.4 mi · 886 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111
At a glance
4.92 stars (171 reviews)
98% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 10 insurances
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, BlueCross BlueShield, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, VSP, more+ ·
Works at Katelyn Song Eye Care
Speaks English and Chinese (Mandarin)
1 other language spoken
4.92
171 reviews
Bedside manner
4.9
Wait time
4.8
Recent reviews
Dr. Song is amazing - she is very kind , caring and knowledgeable of everything that's going on. She addressed my concerns right away and answered all the questions I had right away with such kindness.
I felt like I could just trust my eyes with her.
She also made sure I benefit from my insurance at max.
August 2, 2023Eunyoung S.Verified patient
I went in for my annual exam. I had a pleasant experience. The front desk was efficient. Katelyn was very professional.
January 31, 2023Pasang L.Verified patient
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In-network insurances
BlueCross BlueShield
UnitedHealthcare
VSP
BlueCross BlueShield
UnitedHealthcare
VSP
Popular visit reasons
Allergic Eye Problems
Cataract
Color Vision Deficiency
Contact Lenses
Eye Infection
Eyeglasses
General Eye Consultation
Routine Eye Exam
Allergic Eye Problems
Cataract
Color Vision Deficiency
Contact Lenses
More about Dr. Xueling (Katelyn) Song, OD
Dr. Katelyn Xueling Song joined the practice at Optical Designs in 2016. She received her Doctor of Optometry degree from the New England College of Optometry in 2015. She also earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from the Fudan University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China in 1993.
Dr. Song completed her residency in Shanghai First People’s Hospital and Sixth People’s Hospital, both affiliated to the Jiaotong University School of Medicine, she continuously worked there as an attending ophthalmologist for 12 years. She accumulated rich clinical experience on ocular disease treatment and management.
In 2007 Dr. Song helped establish the eye clinic in Shanghai United Family Hospital, which mainly provides healthcare for foreigners and their families living in China. As a general ophthalmologist, she did optometric work as well, prescribing glasses and fitting contact lenses, including ortho-k lenses. She worked there for nearly 5 years. Dr. Song received further training in pediatric eye care at the prestigious Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami.
Dr. Song takes care of patients of all ages. Besides routine optometry, she is very experienced in contact lens fitting for presbyopia patients and in pediatric optometry. She is a certified orthokeratologist. She co-manages patients who have cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration. She works closely with primary care physicians to screen for diabetic retinopathy.
Your vision and eye health are extremely important. From eyeglass prescriptions, to contact lens fittings, from eye health examinations, to ocular disease treatments, Dr. Song is committed to providing you and your family with the highest level of thorough and professional eye care.
Education & experience
Education
New England College of Optometry, Doctor of Optometry
Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, Doctor of Medicine
Practice
Katelyn Song Eye Care
Background
Languages spoken
English
Chinese (Mandarin)
Chinese (Cantonese)
Gender
Female
NPI number
#1437535895
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.92
Wait time
4.83
Bedside manner
4.90
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171 reviews
Most relevant
Dr. Song was very thorough and knowledgeable, the exam felt comprehensive and all my questions were answered satisfactorily.
More than 1 year agoWinnie T.Verified patient
I went in for my annual exam. I had a pleasant experience. The front desk was efficient. Katelyn was very professional.
January 31, 2023Pasang L.Verified patient
Dr. Song is a wonderful eye doctor and an expert in her field. I highly recommend her and Optical Designs.
More than 1 year agoDavid B.Verified patient
Attentive, kind, and explained everything she was doing and why! I highly recommend her to anyone!
February 11, 2023Initials hidden
Dr. Song is very professional and a super nice person. I would highly recommend her!!
March 21, 2021Initials hidden
Dr. Xueling was very thorough with my eye exam, thank you for your care!
February 17, 2023Ky H.Verified patient
So friendly and a great listener to all of my needs. Thank you Doctor!
March 25, 2023Whitney M.Verified patient
I just told my Daughter about her and she's going to make appointment
July 17, 2021Darlene B.Verified patient
Ver profesional and individualized attention. Definitely recommend!
June 12, 2021Maria Teresa V.Verified patient
Loved visiting here and working with them. Can't wait to come back!
October 14, 2021Elizabeth B.Verified patient
Dr. Song is very knowledgeable and the appointment met my needs.
March 28, 2021Walter S.Verified patient
recommend highly...Dr. Song is very thorough and competent.
September 1, 2021Samuel P.Verified patient
Dr. Song is excellent! She is knowledgeable and friendly.
More than 1 year agoNicholas F.Verified patient
Pretty friendly, patient, and caring - would recommend
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very Thorough examination and discussion of the results
November 18, 2021John C.Verified patient
Very thorough, friendly service. Excellent provider!
June 17, 2022Ben S.Verified patient
Dr. Song is amazing - she is very kind , caring and knowledgeable of everything that's going on. She addressed my concerns right away and answered all the questions I had right away with such kindness.
I felt like I could just trust my eyes with her.
She also made sure I benefit from my insurance at max.
August 2, 2023Eunyoung S.Verified patient
I had the best experience with Dr. Xueling! Very kind and informative. I felt welcomed and comfortable the moment I walked through the door.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Song was thorough during the comprehensive exam and seemed very experienced and knowledgeable. She conducted the eye exam herself and answered my questions thoroughly. She explained what she was doing and why while also letting me explaining my results and numbers. I would recommend her!
January 4, 2023Grace C.Verified patient
Very pleasant experience
December 12, 2022Eugene M.Verified patient
I'm so glad I found Dr.Song. She was very attentive to my worries and explained them in a very kind and knowledgeable manner. She took an extra step to make sure I utilize my coverage as much as possible.
I'd 100% recommend her to anyone who's looking for an eye doctor.
November 5, 2022Eunyoung S.Verified patient
Song is easygoing, professional, efficient, answered all of my questions and offered great suggestions. High quality with reasonable price, not charging extra like some other ODs. Definitely come back and recommend to others!
June 24, 2022Initials hidden
Happy with my care here!
April 6, 2022Maureen L.Verified patient
Very nice and thorough!
February 16, 2022Corey B.Verified patient
Excellent! 100% recommend her!
January 26, 2022Yasmin M.Verified patient
Dr. Song was very thorough. She listened to my concerns and made sure to address everything I shared on top of my general eye exam. She was knowledgeable about my insurance coverage and provided a thorough assessment and treatment for my concerns. I will be back!
January 4, 2022Lauren L.Verified patient
Dr. Song is wonderful. Highly recommend.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
HIghly recommend! Dr. Song did a thorough eye exam, was very patient and answered all the questions I had. It didn't feel rush and felt like Dr. Song took the time to learn about my situation and provided feedback/tips on eye care besides the routine eye exam.
October 3, 2021George T.Verified patient
I showed up a few minutes late, but was readily accepted and given an extremely easy new patient intake form. Dr. Song was amazingly thorough and actually gave explanations for everything she did. I was given such helpful information and made to feel super comfortable throughout the appointment. I will definitely visit Dr. Song for my next appointment if I can.
September 30, 2021Sae D.Verified patient
An absolutely lovely visit. The doctor went out of her way to help me and spent a long time with me to make sure everything was taken care of.
More than 1 year agoMatthew G.Verified patient
very nice team and place. highly recommended!
September 29, 2021Lijun S.Verified patient
Everyone was very nice overall great experience
September 17, 2021Ryan W.Verified patient
Great
September 16, 2021Michael M.Verified patient
Really great experience. Dr. Song takes her time, does a very thorough evaluation, and explains her findings in a clear, concise way. Absolutely coming back here!
August 7, 2021Tony JVerified patient
She was wonderful nice and very helpful!
July 6, 2021Nick M.Verified patient
Great experience! Would definitely recommend.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Wonderful
June 5, 2021Gisele C.Verified patient
Perfect
June 5, 2021Gisele C.Verified patient
Great first visit! Very friendly doctor with lots of useful tips for keeping my eyes healthy. I look forward to returning for my next eye exam!
May 22, 2021Initials hidden
The doctor was remarkably thorough. Her patience and encouragement of my accuracy in judging clarity led to a very excellent result with the prescription.
May 8, 2021Charles V.Verified patient
First time patient - Dr. Song gave an extremely thorough explanation of next steps and causes of my problems. Also, she made me feel very relaxed during my examination. I was seen right away and did not feel like the appointment was rushed...Dr. Song took her time to make sure all my concerns were addressed
April 7, 2021Mike O.Verified patient
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February 7, 2024Darlene F.Verified patient
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What practice does Dr. Xueling (Katelyn) Song work with?
Dr. Xueling (Katelyn) Song works with Katelyn Song Eye Care.
Where is Dr. Xueling (Katelyn) Song's office located?
Dr. Xueling (Katelyn) Song's office is located at 886 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Xueling (Katelyn) Song?
Dr. Xueling (Katelyn) Song frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eye Infection, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Xueling (Katelyn) Song on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Xueling (Katelyn) Song speak?
Dr. Xueling (Katelyn) Song speaks English, Chinese (Mandarin), and Chinese (Cantonese).
How do patients rate Dr. Xueling (Katelyn) Song in reviews?
171 patients have reviewed Dr. Xueling (Katelyn) Song. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.92/5. They have a 4.9/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.83/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.