Ophthalmology

Ming Lu, M.D.

Retina Specialist

Tyler, TX

Dr. Ming Lu, MD, is a fellowship-trained retina specialist focusing on vitreoretinal surgery and diseases, treating conditions such as diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, macular hole, macular pucker, retinal detachment, retinal vascular occlusions, and uveitis. He serves adult patients, including those with complex retinal disorders like diabetic eye diseases, at CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic in Tyler, Texas. His signature approaches include vitreoretinal surgery for retinal disorders and exp

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Ophthalmology (ABOS)

Education & Training

Medical School: Harvard Medical School (MD, 1999)
Residency: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary (Ophthalmology, 2000-2003)
Fellowship: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (Vitreoretinal Surgery & Disease, 2003-2005)

Years in Practice

25+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2026

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Retina & Vitreous

Conditions & Treatments

Retinal DetachmentMacular DegenerationIntravitreal InjectionsDiabetic RetinopathyRetinal Disease & AMDRetinal DiseasesParkinson's Disease

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

CHRISTUS Dubuis Hospital of Beaumont
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital-Tyler

Languages

English, Mandarin[4]

Conditions Dr. Lu treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Lu accept Aetna insurance?

Ming Lu's public profile lists Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Cigna plus 4 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Lu practice?

Ming Lu practices in Tyler, TX with hospital affiliations including CHRISTUS Dubuis Hospital of Beaumont and CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital-Tyler.

What does Dr. Lu specialize in?

Ming Lu is a board-certified ophthalmology specialist with focus areas in Retina & Vitreous.

How long has Dr. Lu been practicing?

Ming Lu has 27+ years of clinical experience in ophthalmology.

What is Dr. Lu's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Harvard Medical School (MD, 1999); Residency: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary (Ophthalmology, 2000-2003); Fellowship: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (Vitreoretinal Surgery & Disease, 2003-2005).