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Dr. Tristan Lai, MD

Dr. Tristan Lai, MD

Pain Management*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Tristan Lai, MD is a pain management specialist in Spring Branch, TX and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences in 2006. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Methodist Hospital Stone Oak and Legent Orthopedic Spine. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

19750 State Highway 46 W Ste 104 Spring Branch, TX 78070
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Lai specializes in the areas of Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Lai's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lai

4.6

15 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
7%
7%
2 Star
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1 Star
7%
7%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Shirley cook – Nov 15, 2023
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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
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Sep 19, 2023
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Ruben O. Lopez-Lugo – Dec 28, 2022
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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
Nov 16, 2022
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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
Eglantina Stickles – May 23, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
Patricia Martin – Sep 14, 2021
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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
Nov 18, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Debra Kline – Oct 02, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Lee Harle – Aug 06, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
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JanattheRanch – Aug 02, 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
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
V. Gwen Treat – Jul 25, 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
Helpful
Elizabeth Storie – Jul 18, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

Retired military physician now moving on to the private sector. I am a comprehensive pain specialist who compassionately treats all chronic pain conditions. My goal is to work with you to improve your quality of life through a combined approach...read more
  • Pain Management

  • Pain Medicine

  • Interventional Pain Medicine

  • Interventional Spine Medicine

  • Anesthesiology

  • Pain Medicine Anesthesiology

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

  • University Of Texas Health Science Center At San Antonio

    Fellowship Hospital, 2012
  • San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium

    Residency Hospital, 2010
  • Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences

    Medical School, 2006
  • United States Air Force Academy

    Undergraduate School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
Anesthesiology
Pain Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Unavail19750 State Highway 46 W Ste 104 Spring Branch, TX 78070
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 7:30am - 4:30pm
  • Directions

Practice

Legent Orthopedic Spine Hospital5330 N Loop 1604 W San Antonio, TX 78249
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Legent Orthopedic Spine

    5330 N Loop 1604 W
    San Antonio, TX 78249
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    93%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    11% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Resolute Health Hospital

    555 Creekside Xing
    New Braunfels, TX 78130
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Methodist Hospital Stone Oak

    1139 E Sonterra Blvd
    San Antonio, TX 78258
    Recipient of 22
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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