Dr. Michael Lai

Dr. Michael Lai is a retina specialist and vitreoretinal surgeon at The Retina Group of Washington, with offices in Chevy Chase and Rockville, Maryland. He provides expert care for both adult and pediatric patients, treating a broad spectrum of retinal conditions including diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal detachment, and other vitreoretinal disorders.

Dr. Lai is board certified and actively participates in clinical research, offering patients access to innovative treatments and clinical trials. He also serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Georgetown University School of Medicine and co-directs a vitreoretinal surgery fellowship program, reflecting his dedication to education and advancing retinal care. Patients describe him as thorough, compassionate, and knowledgeable, and he is recognized for his commitment to achieving excellent outcomes.