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Dr. James Lai, MD

Dr. James Lai, MD

Ophthalmology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. James Lai, MD is an ophthalmologist in Aiea, HI and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / MEDICAL CENTER in 1996. He is affiliated with Pali Momi Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

98-1079 Moanalua Rd Ste 470 Aiea, HI 96701

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lai specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Lai's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lai

4.5
16 ratings, 2 with a written review
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1 star
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Following a serious work-related eye puncture I was referred to Dr. Lai in Honolulu by an eye surgeon on a neighbor island which island does not have an eye surgery center allowing for retinal reattachment surgeries. Being able to have my retina reattached as soon as possible after my injury was of utmost importance. I am very grateful to Dr. Lai and his staff for quickly saving my eye from further retinal damage while he and staff schedule months of further eye repair for me. I firmly trust Dr.Lai is doing everything possible to ensure my healthful recovery. Hawai`i is fortunate to have such a high degree of professional eye care available for addressing eye trauma such as I have experienced.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Marleen – Dec 21, 2019
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Simply: you should not get sick from the doctor. I was referred to here from my general eye doctor as I was told these are the best retina specialists in Hawaii. My initial appointment was long, but the events of the second follow-up appointment are the cause to write this review The office is located in Kuakini Medical Center; an old and seemingly unclear facility. Their specific office is tiny, with the waiting room not much larger than a closet. Every inch has chairs, which is no where nea
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Honolulu, HI – Oct 30, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Lai, MD is an ophthalmologist in Aiea, HI and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / MEDICAL CENTER in 1996. He is affiliated with Pali Momi Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
  • Ophthalmology

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  • University Of Michigan / Medical Center

    Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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  • French

Locations

Practice

Unavail98-1079 Moanalua Rd Ste 470 Aiea, HI 96701
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Office321 N Kuakini St Ste 307 Honolulu, HI 96817
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Practice

Pacific ASC LLC650 Iwilei Rd Ste 225 Honolulu, HI 96817
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Pali Momi Medical Center

    98-1079 Moanalua Rd
    Aiea, HI 96701
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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