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Dr Chi Lam

Ophthalmology Newtown

Dr Chi Lam

16 years of experience

6,846+
Patients seen
16
Years in practice
5
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Chi Lam at a glance

Dr Chi Lam is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Newtown, Australia, practising at UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at UAB Barcelona (MD, 2006). Serves patients in Newtown, Australia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Chi Lam is an ophthalmologist. They are a dedicated healthcare professional committed to providing exceptional eye care to patients.
Dr Lam's approach to patient care is centred around providing personalised treatment plans tailored to each individual's unique needs. They believe in empowering patients through clear communication and education, ensuring they are well-informed about their eye health.

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Dr Chi Lam

Education & training

  1. 2000–2006 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Newtown (AU)
  2. 2006–2010 Residency · Ophthalmology
    UAB Barcelona, Newtown (AU)
  3. 2010–2011 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Cleveland Clinic, US

Career & appointments

  1. 2010-09–2011-08 Junior consultant
    UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AU-218480 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-B01347FF · issued 2011 · renewal 2021
Malpractice insurance: HDI Global · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,878
Annual physical exam 99395 2,104
Vaccination administration 90471 2,168
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,479

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 30 min in_clinic 810.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Chi Lam in consultation
IN OFFICE
Chi Lam with the team
WITH TEAM
Chi Lam at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 61s
Meet Chi Lam

Research & publications

h-index: 18 · i10: 14

  1. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Chi Lam, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.2236/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 35972803 · cited by 30
  2. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Chi Lam, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.9909/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 36817325 · cited by 12
  3. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Chi Lam, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.7414/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 32827423 · cited by 154

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Ophthalmology European Annual Congress (Ophthalmology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Ophthalmology National Society Meeting · Newtown · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Ophthalmology — Newtown · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2011
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2011
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2011

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Ophthalmology
  • Awareness When should you see a ophthalmology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · chi.lam.1@euroclinics.example

Location

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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr Chi Lam's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Chi Lam treats, with the size of the national pool of Australia doctors offering the same care.

Ophthalmology

Eye care including refractive surgery, cataracts, glaucoma, retinal disease and paediatric vision.

Dr Chi Lam is one of 767 ophthalmology doctors indexed in Australia. Browse ophthalmology doctors in Australia →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Newtown matters

Medical practice in Australia is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant Australia medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in Newtown carries the additional benefits of local language support, in-person follow-up, and direct coordination with regional hospitals and labs. A verified profile means EuroClinics has cross-checked the practitioner or clinic against an official source (national medical register, public licence database, or the practitioner themselves), and that the data shown here matches that source as of the last verification date above.

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Frequently asked questions

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  • What does Chi Lam specialise in?

    Chi Lam specialises in Ophthalmology in Newtown, AU.

  • What conditions does Chi Lam treat?

    Chi Lam treats conditions within Ophthalmology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Chi Lam practise?

    Chi Lam practises in Newtown, AU. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Chi Lam speak?

    Chi Lam speaks English.

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