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Dr. Tirso Lara, MD

Dr. Tirso Lara, MD

Ophthalmology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Tirso Lara, MD is an ophthalmologist in Plantation, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from La Salle University School Of Medicine in 1995. He is affiliated with Broward Health Imperial Point. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Fort Lauderdale Eye Institute

850 S Pine Island Rd # A100 Plantation, FL 33324
(954) 741-5555

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lara specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Lara's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lara

4.3

18 ratings, 8 with a written review
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Apr 26, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
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2 people found this helpful
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Apr 27, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Cary B in Margate, FL – Oct 09, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Leah Seidman in Tamarac, FL – Aug 18, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Nancy – Jul 17, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Judy in Coconut Creek – Jul 14, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Alex R in Fort Lauderdale, FL – Mar 08, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Stan F. in Weston,Fl – Jun 16, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

?He is dedicated to providing the highest level of eye health services to his patients.

biography

Dr. Lara is an ophthalmology surgeon at Fort Lauderdale Eye Institute who specializes in diseases of the retina, macula, and vitreous. This includes diagnosing, treating, and caring for patients with retinal disorders, macular degeneration, diabetic...read more

  • Ophthalmology

  • Vitreoretinal Disease & Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Ophthalmology - University Of Alabama - Birmingham - Birmingham, Al

    Fellowship Hospital, 2005

  • University Of Illinois/chicago

    Internship Hospital, 1999

  • Harvard Medical School

    Fellowship Hospital, 1998

  • La Salle University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Fort Lauderdale Eye Institute

Fort Lauderdale Eye Institute850 S Pine Island Rd # A100 Plantation, FL 33324
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Fort Lauderdale Retina & Oculoplastics Institute

Fort Lauderdale Retina & Oculoplastics Institute1930 NE 47th St Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Broward Health Imperial Point

    6401 N Federal Hwy
    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

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