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Lawrence Chao

Ophthalmology

Lawrence Chao, MD

Assistant Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology, University of California, Irvine

Irvine, CA

Lawrence C. Chao, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in anterior segment surgery, with a primary focus on cataracts, corneal disorders, and refractive procedures including LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) and PRK (photorefractive keratectomy) for correcting nearsightedness, astigmatism, and farsightedness. He has performed over 20,000 cataract, LASIK, and corneal refractive procedures throughout his 30+ year career. Dr. Chao serves adult patients seeking vision co

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30+

Years in Practice

Credentials

Board Certifications

  • Ophthalmology (ABMS)

Education & Training

  • University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine — M.D., 1993
  • Washington University in St. Louis — B.S., Biological Science

Peer Recognition

  • Castle ConnollyTop Doctor

    2017-2026 (10 years)

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Cornea & External Disease

Conditions & Treatments

Corneal DiseaseCataract SurgeryCorneal TransplantationDry Eye DiseaseLens Implantation

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

  • Providence St. Joseph Hospital - Orange
  • Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

Languages

English

Experience

30+ years in practice