Dr. Lisa M. Tom, M.D. is a comprehensive and glaucoma ophthalmologist, she specializes in cataract surgery, premium intraocular lenses (IOLs), minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), incisional glaucoma surgery, and ophthalmic lasers. She received her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania and completed her residency at Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Harvard Medical School. She furthered her specialization with a glaucoma fellowship at the renowned Bascom Palmer Eye Institute.
Dr. Lisa M. Tom, M.D. is a comprehensive and glaucoma ophthalmologist, she specializes in cataract surgery, premium intraocular lenses (IOLs), minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), incisional glaucoma surgery, and ophthalmic lasers. She received her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania and completed her residency at Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Harvard Medical School. She furthered her specialization with a glaucoma fellowship at the renowned Bascom Palmer Eye Institute.
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Exceptional knowledge and competence.
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Dr Tom explained everything beautifully.
I felt she gave me all the time I needed.
Thank you, Dr Tom 😊
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
Dr. Tom was very personable and thorough. Her ophthalmic techs were as well.
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
Dr. Tom was not very helpful even if she couldn’t provide a solution. She was very abrupt with me today and I left feeling lots of questions un answered.
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
She is very competent common knowledgeable, kind and compassionate the best!
(3 months ago)
Jul-2025
Stated I had had my eye pressure checked on my visit tho I hadn't; also stated that another member of her practice had spoken to me that day, which he hadn't. Neither oversights was egregious. Clearly highly competent. Came up with a treatment plan that I hope will lower my eye pressure. Was Just a little inattentive to some details. Glad to have her in my corner.
(3 months ago)
Jul-2025
First time seeing Dr. Tom, I think she was thorough and very pleasant.
My thanks to her.
(4 months ago)
Jun-2025
Very warm personality but especially is excellent in her skill and knowledge.
(4 months ago)
Jun-2025
She was fine but I waited 1.5 hours to be taken. Schedule should be more efficient
Dr. Lisa M. Tom, M.D. is a comprehensive and glaucoma ophthalmologist, she specializes in cataract surgery, premium intraocular lenses (IOLs), minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), incisional glaucoma surgery, and ophthalmic lasers.
Dr. Tom’s extensive training includes a residency at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Harvard Medical School, where she honed her skills in the diagnosis and management of general eye conditions. She furthered her specialization with a glaucoma fellowship at the renowned Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, where she gained expertise in complex glaucoma surgeries such as trabeculectomy and tube shunts.
She received her Bachelor of Arts magna cum laude from Princeton University and her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Tom is a member of the American Glaucoma Society and the American Academy of Ophthalmology, with her research contributions published in esteemed peer-reviewed journals, including Ophthalmology Glaucoma.
Dr. Tom’s dedication to advancing eye care extends to international and national conferences, including World Ophthalmology Congress and the American Academy of Ophthalmology, where she has presented her research findings. Notably, she has been recognized as a “Rising Star” by Castle Connolly Top Doctor for three consecutive years.
Dr. Tom is fluent in Spanish. With a commitment to making a difference globally, she has volunteered her expertise in manual small incision cataract surgery for patients in El Salvador and India.
Raised in Columbia, Maryland, Dr. Tom enjoys spending time with family and friends. Her hobbies include hiking, travel, and cooking.
Exceptional knowledge and competence.
Dr Tom explained everything beautifully. I felt she gave me all the time I needed. Thank you, Dr Tom 😊
Dr. Tom was very personable and thorough. Her ophthalmic techs were as well.
Dr. Tom was not very helpful even if she couldn’t provide a solution. She was very abrupt with me today and I left feeling lots of questions un answered.
She is very competent common knowledgeable, kind and compassionate the best!
Stated I had had my eye pressure checked on my visit tho I hadn't; also stated that another member of her practice had spoken to me that day, which he hadn't. Neither oversights was egregious. Clearly highly competent. Came up with a treatment plan that I hope will lower my eye pressure. Was Just a little inattentive to some details. Glad to have her in my corner.
First time seeing Dr. Tom, I think she was thorough and very pleasant. My thanks to her.
Very warm personality but especially is excellent in her skill and knowledge.
She was fine but I waited 1.5 hours to be taken. Schedule should be more efficient
Good patient/doctor relationship. Very competent.