Welcome to Chao Vision Institute online. Always, we strive to provide the highest level of care to our patients in the most efficient and rewarding way possible.  In addition to providing university-level expertise in the best of environments, we are committed to providing personalized care at each and every encounter.

If you are considering eye surgery, including cataracts, LASIK, ICLs, cornea related conditions or requiring routine eye care, please give us a call to schedule an appointment at our sole location in Irvine, CA. We look forward to working you.

Lawrence C. Chao, M.D.

Board-Certified Ophthalmologist | Fellowship Trained in Cataract, Refractive, and Cornea

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Meet Dr. Chao | Cataract, LASIK, & Corneal Refractive Eye Surgeon

Dr. Chao is a board-certified ophthalmologist with subspecialty fellowship training in cataract, LASIK, and corneal refractive vision correction. This higher level of training means Dr. Chao is one of a select group of refractive surgeons in the country who is able to manage both routine and complex cataract, LASIK, lens implant, and cornea cases. Elected by peers to "Best Doctors of America", Dr. Lawrence Chao is hands-on with all aspects of your CVI experience from consult to postoperative visits. 

Schedule an appointment with Dr. Chao and see why he has been entrusted to care for the eyes of some of Orange County and Southern California's finest doctors, health care providers and their families for cataracts, LASIK, ICLs and cornea related conditions.

Experience CVI | Personalized Care | University-Level Expertise

Chao Vision Institute (Irvine, CA) is a medical and surgical vision care center specializing in cataracts, LASIK, and cornea related conditions and treatment.

We strive to be the most respected care in sight offering personalized care, expertise, and best possible results at each and every encounter.

LASIK Vision Correction | Implantable Contact Lenses (ICLs)
 

Laser Vision Correction such as LASIK and PRK uses a cool excimer laser to correct vision conditions such as  myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia(farsightedness), and astigmatism). Wavefront technology provides for greater precision and customization, resulting in better vision quality. 

At Chao Vision Institute, we maintain our own VISX excimer laser and facility for your safety and convenience. If you're considering laser vision correction, schedule a complimentary LASIK consult with Dr. Lawrence Chao to explore your options for seeing clearly without glasses or contacts.

A certified Visian ICL eye surgeon, Dr. Chao also offers Implantable Contact Lenses or ICLs to correct high degrees of myopia (nearsightedness) and special vision conditions.

Cataracts | Cataract Surgery

Are cataracts affecting the way you see the world? At Chao Vision Institute, we specialize in cataract removal surgery, intraocular lens implantation, and after cataract treatment including LASIK enhancement and Yag laser capsulotomy. 

If you've been told by your eye doctor that you have cataracts, call us to schedule a consult with Dr. Lawrence Chao, MD at Chao Vision Institute to explore your options for seeing clearly including advanced cataract removal surgery.

Custom IOLs | Crystalens Center of Excellence

If you are considering cataract surgery, ask us about your Custom Intraocular Lens (IOL) options. Dr. Lawrence C. Chao, MD offers a wide range of Custom IOLs including accomodative (e.g. Crystalens), multifocal (e.g. ReStoR, Tecnis) and toric IOLs (e.g. Acrysof Toric).

Photo courtesy of B&L: Florence Henderson, actual Crystalens IOL patient.

Peers Elect Dr. Chao

When Best Doctors of America asked doctors questions like, "If you or a loved one needed a doctor in your specialty, to whom would you refer them?", his peers elected Dr. Chao.

Career Opportunities for technicians, opticians, and receptionists.

Please send cover letter and resumes to info@chaovision.com