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Dr. Lisa Michelle Tom
Ophthalmology – Glaucoma Specialist
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Dr. Lisa Michelle Tom
Ophthalmology – Glaucoma Specialist
Chevy Chase, MD
Areas of Expertise
Premium Intraocular Lenses
Trabeculectomy and Tube Shunts
Ophthalmic Laser Procedures
Glaucoma Diagnosis and Management
About Me
Dr. Lisa M. Tom is a comprehensive ophthalmologist and glaucoma specialist with particular expertise in cataract surgery and the full spectrum of glaucoma procedures. She offers minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), incisional operations such as trabeculectomy and tube shunts, and ophthalmic laser treatments, selecting the safest, most effective option for each patient. For cataracts, Dr. Tom employs advanced technology and premium lens implants designed to reduce dependence on glasses when appropriate.
Dr. Tom graduated magna cum laude from Princeton University and earned her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania. She completed ophthalmology residency at Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Harvard Medical School, and advanced fellowship training in glaucoma at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. Recognized as a Castle Connolly “Rising Star,” she has presented her research at national and international meetings. Fluent in Spanish, Dr. Tom is committed to thoughtful, patient-centered care and clear communication every step of the way.
Training
GlaucomaBascom Palmer Eye Institute (University of Miami)Fellowship- OphthalmologyMassachusetts Eye and Ear, Harvard Medical SchoolResidency
Medical Doctor (MD)University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of MedicineMedical School
BA, magna cum laudePrinceton UniversityUndergraduate
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In:DC, FL, MD, NH
- License Numbers:MD210002800, ME145348, D0095596, 21488


