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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First time seeing Dr. Tom, I think she was thorough and very pleasant.
My thanks to her.
Jun-2025
Very warm personality but especially is excellent in her skill and knowledge.
Jun-2025
She was fine but I waited 1.5 hours to be taken. Schedule should be more efficient
Jun-2025
Good patient/doctor relationship. Very competent.
May-2025
My appointment with Dr. Tom was Very thorough and professional, The entire Staff from the beginning of my appointment was great
May-2025
Very personable and competent
May-2025
Dr. Tom is exceptional…charming, professional, thorough and smart.
May-2025
Listened to all my concerts.answered all my questions.
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.
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.
My appointment with Dr. Tom was Very thorough and professional, The entire Staff from the beginning of my appointment was great
Very personable and competent
Dr. Tom is exceptional…charming, professional, thorough and smart.
Listened to all my concerts.answered all my questions.
Fabulous doctor. Lovely approach.
She’s wonderful! Truly professional, excellent surgeon!