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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Excellent
(3 days ago)
Jan-2026
Thorough, competent and professional. My questions were answered clearly to my satisfaction.
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Wonderful conscientious service
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
Best around
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
Calm and reassuring. Excellent care.
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
Dr. Tom was pleasant, war.m, professional and very thorough.
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
Very understanding and helpful
(2 months ago)
Oct-2025
Exceptional knowledge and competence.
(3 months ago)
Oct-2025
Dr Tom explained everything beautifully.
I felt she gave me all the time I needed.
Thank you, Dr Tom 😊
(4 months ago)
Aug-2025
Dr. Tom was very personable and thorough. Her ophthalmic techs were as well.
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.
Excellent
Thorough, competent and professional. My questions were answered clearly to my satisfaction.
Wonderful conscientious service
Best around
Calm and reassuring. Excellent care.
Dr. Tom was pleasant, war.m, professional and very thorough.
Very understanding and helpful
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.