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Lindsay E. Dawson, M.D.
Washington Eye Surgeons and Physicians
Ophthalmology
Chevy Chase, MD
Most recent review: 1 week ago
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860 Ratings
387 Comments
Dr. Lindsay E. Dawson, M.D. is a fellowship-trained cataract and glaucoma surgeon. She provides general ophthalmic care to patients in the Washington, DC area, with a focus on the diagnosis, medical and surgical management of glaucoma. She received her medical degree at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and completed her residency at the Scheie Eye Institute of the University of Pennsylvania. She completed her training with a one-year glaucoma fellowship at the Duke Eye Center.
5.0
860 Ratings
387 Comments
Dr. Lindsay E. Dawson, M.D. is a fellowship-trained cataract and glaucoma surgeon. She provides general ophthalmic care to patients in the Washington, DC area, with a focus on the diagnosis, medical and surgical management of glaucoma. She received her medical degree at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and completed her residency at the Scheie Eye Institute of the University of Pennsylvania. She completed her training with a one-year glaucoma fellowship at the Duke Eye Center.
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Washington Eye Physicians and Surgeons
5454 Wisconsin Ave Ste 950
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Dr. Lindsay E. Dawson, M.D. is a fellowship-trained cataract and glaucoma surgeon. She provides general ophthalmic care to patients in the Washington, DC area, with a focus on the diagnosis, medical and surgical management of glaucoma. She performs many of the latest minimally invasive glaucoma surgeries (MIGS), while also offering traditional surgeries and laser treatment. She also performs cataract surgery, utilizing advanced technologies such as the femtosecond laser and premium intraocular lenses, when appropriate, to help manage astigmatism and presbyopia.
Dr. Dawson was born and raised in New York. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from Lehigh University in Bethlehem, PA, where she was inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa Society. She then went on to complete her medical degree at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. She remained in Philadelphia for her ophthalmology residency at the Scheie Eye Institute of the University of Pennsylvania. She completed her training with a one-year glaucoma fellowship at the Duke Eye Center.
She is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), the National Medical Association (NMA), the American Glaucoma Society (AGS), and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS).
Outside of work, Dr. Dawson enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoys being outdoors, cycling, baking, and DIY projects.
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Very helpful answering questions and friendly demeanor.
End to end excellence for over 30 years
Professional and personable
Dr. Dawson listens, advises, and collaborates with her patients in a very kind and supportive manner.
Dr. Dawson he’s very patient and listens to what you have to say.
Excellent doctor! Very knowledgeable and you are welcome to ask any questions. Dr. Dawson is very professional, respectful. Dr. Is highly recommended by me.
Excellent!
She is such a wonderful doctor. She takes time to listen and it’s evident how much she truly cares about her patients. We are lifetime patients of Dr. Dawson.
She is so helpful and knowledgeable and easy to talk with.
Dr Dawson is an excellent physician. She’s very knowledgeable, bright and compassionate. I’m very grateful she’s my doctor.