Dr. James C Lai M.D.
Ophthalmologist
98-1079 Moanalua Road Suite 470 Aiea HI, 96701About
Dr. James Lai is an ophthalmologist practicing in Aiea, HI. Dr. Lai specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Lai can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Lai can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
Education and Training
University of Michigan Medical School 1996
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Macular Degeneration
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Tear
- Type 2 Diabetes
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