Dr. Marisa Lau
Areas of Expertise
About Me
Dr. Marisa K. Lau is a board-certified ophthalmologist and vitreoretinal surgeon who cares for the full spectrum of medical and surgical retina conditions. She partners closely with patients to explain diagnoses in plain language and tailor treatment plans that fit each person’s goals and lifestyle. Her practice includes advanced office-based therapies and state-of-the-art surgical techniques designed to preserve and restore vision.Dr. Lau completed her undergraduate studies at the University of California, Berkeley, earned her medical degree at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, and trained in ophthalmology at the Scheie Eye Institute at the University of Pennsylvania. She then completed a two-year fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at the University of Colorado. Her work has been presented at national meetings, and she has authored book chapters and peer-reviewed publications. Dr. Lau has been recognized with honors such as the Glasgow-Rubin Commendation for Academic Achievement and the Mildred Jordan Sharp Women’s Leadership Award. Patients value her calm manner, clear communication, and commitment to evidence-based care.
Training

Vitreoretinal Surgery
University of Colorado
FellowshipOphthalmology
Scheie Eye Institute (University of Pennsylvania)
ResidencyMedical Doctor (MD)
Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Medical School
BA
University of California, Berkeley
Undergraduate
Awards & Honors
Glasgow–Rubin Commendation for Academic Achievement
American Medical Women’s Association
Mildred Jordan Sharp Women’s Leadership Award
University of California, Berkeley
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- CO, PA
- License Numbers
- DR.0058265, MT203472
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