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Thomas Yau

Ophthalmology

Thomas Yau, MD

Silver Spring, MD

Thomas Yau, MD, is an ophthalmologist specializing in cataract surgery, retinal disease, glaucoma, dry eyes, rheumatologic eye disease, and diabetic eye disease, practicing at Silver Spring Eye in Silver Spring, Maryland. With over 30 years of experience, he serves adult patients in the metro DC area, providing comprehensive medical, laser, and surgical eye care since 1997, including telehealth options. His signature techniques include laser cataract surgery using advanced technology intraoc

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Credentials

Board Certifications

  • Ophthalmology (American Board of Ophthalmology)

Education & Training

  • Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine (MD, 1993)
  • Internship: Mercy Medical Center (Preliminary Year, 1994)
  • Residency: MedStar Health Georgetown University (Ophthalmology, 1997)

Years in Practice

30+ years

Peer Recognition

  • Castle Connolly — Top Doctor

    2012-2026 (15 years)

  • Castle Connolly — Top Doctors: Washington DC Area

    2026

  • Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Cataract & Anterior Segment

Conditions & Treatments

Retinal Diseases

Insurance(s) Accepted

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

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

  • Silver Spring Eye

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Yau treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Yau accept Aetna insurance?
Thomas Yau's public profile lists Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and CareFirst plus 6 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.
Where does Dr. Yau practice?
Thomas Yau practices in Silver Spring, MD with hospital affiliations including Silver Spring Eye.
What does Dr. Yau specialize in?
Thomas Yau is a board-certified ophthalmology specialist with focus areas in Cataract & Anterior Segment.
How long has Dr. Yau been practicing?
Thomas Yau has 33+ years of clinical experience in ophthalmology.
What is Dr. Yau's medical training?
Public profile training history includes: Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine (MD, 1993); Internship: Mercy Medical Center (Preliminary Year, 1994); Residency: MedStar Health Georgetown University (Ophthalmology, 1997).

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