Katie Luo, MD, PhD
Not currently accepting new patients
4.864103 average rating from 312 patient reviews
Specialties
Affiliation
Mass General Brigham
Provider Locations
- Boston, MA
As a member of both the Cornea Service and the Comprehensive Ophthalmology and Cataract Consultation Service, Dr. Katie Luo expertly manages a variety of common eye problems. Her practice focuses on complex cataract surgeries, premium cataract surgeries, and ocular graft vs. host disease.
As a clinician scientist, Dr. Luo is focuses her research on ocular graft vs. host disease and cataracts.
In addition to her clinical and research responsibilities, Dr. Luo teaches and mentors medical students, resident, and fellows at HMS. She also directs the global community service Project Gafas.
Throughout her career, Dr. Luo has been honored with numerous awards and scholarships. She enjoys patient education, patient empowerment and is loved by her patients.
Clinical Interests
Complex cataracts, premium cataracts, and ocular graft vs. host disease
Education & Training
- Fellowship: Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Cornea, 2012
- Residency: Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Ophthalmology, 2011
- Internship: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Internal Medicine, 2008
- Medical Education: Albert Einstein College of Medicine, 2007
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology, American Board of Ophthalmology
Languages Spoken
- Chinese
- Chinese - Mandarin
- English
Age Group Treated
- Adults
Patient Feedback
4.864103 average rating from 312 reviews
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Very knowledgeable and understanding.
2026-07-08
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Very comprehensive
2026-07-08
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Dr. Luo is fantastic. Always insightful and I feel extremely comfortable with her as my clinician
2026-07-06
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Dr Luo is very thorough and pleasant to work with, answers all questions, 2 thumbs up!
2026-07-05
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Dr. Luo is perhaps one of the best doctors I've run into in recent times. And that's saying a lot as a [redacted]-year-old man with heats of cancer and several other issues. She was very thorough and very generous with her time and very focused on the issues that mattered to me. I find that the time spent in Dr. Luo's office is extremely well spent and very helpful to me. So, yes, that notch even big. Thank you.
2026-07-08
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Dr. Luo is exceptional and I highly recommend her to anyone seeking quality eye care.
2026-07-01
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She was great
2026-06-25
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Dr. Luo is very professional, attentive and knowledgeable. I have the highest regard for her judgment and capability.
2026-06-21
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Dr. Luo is amazing, and I feel grateful to have her as a care provider.
2026-06-20
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Doctor was knowledgeable and helpful in my situation
2026-06-20
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Excellent
2026-06-20
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Dr. Luo is kind, patient and very knowledgeable. I appreciate her help immensely.
2026-06-25
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Dr.Luo is so kind, she explained the laser treatment for my secondary cataracts throughly. I had amazing results, vision is so much better, couldn't be happier.
2026-06-14
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Excellent all around.
2026-06-13
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Very caring, efficient, and competent
2026-06-13
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Dr Luo is the best in the world.
2026-06-12
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The provider seemed frustrated that I was having a hard time being able to allow the diagnostic tests to be given. When I asked "what will that test tell you" the response was dismissive and said "a lot". When asked "what should I look out for going forward" the response was "watch my video, I don't have time now" I was visibly upset and instead of some patience and support I was met with curt answers and stonewalled on questions I asked. [redacted] given no assistance or guidance on my condition or how to move forward. The doctor told me to watch her video and reach out with questions. It was one of the most frustrating and disappointing experiences with a doctor I have had. [redacted]
2026-06-09
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Provider was thoughtful, thorough, with an outgoing manner.
2026-06-06
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A++++++++++++++++++++
2026-06-06
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Very professional, excellent and to the point.
2026-06-04
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I love Dr. Luo, she is the first to tell me EXACTLY what is going on with my eyes and why. Her explanation was easy to understand. She is a very compassionate doctor.
2026-06-04
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I was very impressed by Dr. Luo's expertise and attentiveness on this first visit.
2026-06-04
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Amazing
2026-05-17
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My experience was excellent. I am glad I patiently waited to be able to to see this doctor, rather than seeing a less knowledgeable one at an earlier time.
2026-05-14
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Dr. Luo is knowledgeable and caring and she seems to know my case and seems to be genuinely happy to see us and talk to us and relate to us. She's just a wonderful doctor. I would recommend her to anybody.
2026-05-11
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Compassionate and helpful
2026-05-10
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Very good.
2026-05-08
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Very pleasant & communicated well. It's not totally clear to me why she believes I don't need an ophthalmologist going forward.
2026-05-07
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This is the first time that I have seen Dr. Luo everyone in her office has been very responsive to need. She has a great team and she is also awesome.
2026-05-02
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I appreciate all that she says and does for me.
2026-05-02
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Very informative and made certain we understood all that she was saying .
2026-05-02
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Simply perfect!
2026-04-27
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Yes, they're very, very nice at Mass Eye and Ear [redacted] I would recommend Mass Eye and Ear to anyone. Very, very nice group of people. Thank you.
2026-04-26
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I feel complete confidence in Dr Luo.
2026-04-26
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Dr. Luo is terrific. A very skilled surgeon who takes a personal interest in her patients . She is upbeat, Enthusiastic and exudes confidence. One cannot help but smile as she tackles everything with graceful professionalism.
2026-04-25
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Dr. Luo was very nice and listened to my concerns.
2026-04-25
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The doctor introduced herself when she came in and shook my hand with a smile. This was a good start. She seemed to understand my anxiety about facing cataract surgery, which will be the first surgery of my life and one which I'm very squeamish about. She spent a relatively long amount of time (compared to other doctors) talking about the options and helping me face the necessity for this surgery and figure out ways to get myself through it. I thought she was kind and encouraging, which is very important to me. [redacted]
2026-04-23
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Fantastic!
2026-04-22
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Dr. Luo was very professional, kind, and thoughtful.
2026-04-20
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This is [redacted]. I have seen Dr. Luo on several occasions since she did surgery on me. I don't think I've ever had a better doctor for anything that's been wrong with me than Dr. Luo and my eyes. I can see better than even normal, and it's largely because of Mass Eye and Ear and Dr. Luo. Thank you.
2026-04-13
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MD Luo is wonderful!
2026-04-09
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She is the very best
2026-04-09
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Dr. Luo is lovely and I trust her.
2026-04-08
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Excellent everything.
2026-04-01
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Dr Luo is very compassionate. She advocated for me in my time of need.
2026-04-01
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I must say that my experience was very good those who I had encountered with was very courteous kind and respectful also every thing was done in a timely manner
2026-03-29
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She is amazing
2026-03-27
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Wonderful physician- extremely knowledgeable, thoughtful, and thorough. Very comprehensive examination, excellent technique, and detailed explanation of everything i am dealing with.
2026-03-21
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I completely trusted her care and concern for my eye condition.
2026-03-19
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Dr. Luo is a highly skilled physician. She is patient focused and takes whatever time is necessary to explain her treatment suggestions.
2026-03-15
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Extremely knowledgeable and explained things well.
2026-03-12
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Dr Luo and staff are professional, compassionate and thorough 100% in their care for me for many years.
2026-03-10
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Excellent experience
2026-03-08
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Very caring and patient to listen to my concerns and answer all my questions Takes the extra time to explain complicated medical isaues
2026-03-08
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Dr. Luo was knowledgeable and professional but most importantly performed cataract surgery and my vision has improved significantly.
2026-02-26
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I have every confidence in Dr. Luo's expertise and judgment.
2026-02-25
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Dr. Made me feel at ease.
2026-02-19
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Dr Luo is fantastic - listens asks very pertinent questions. Very empathetic and obviously expert in this area.
2026-02-19
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Dr. Luo is a wonderful doctor. She makes me feel at ease and answers all my questions and concerns and has a real understanding of my health issues.
2026-02-14
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My eye doctor did a great exam and took time to review all details of each component of the exam. Primarily looking at graft-host disease she made a complete assessment of my eyes. Seeing her yearly as I'm a stem cell transplant patient.
2026-02-25
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Great visit
2026-02-09
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I wanted to say that the staff were very professional; they treated me with respect and dignity.
2026-02-09
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Very thorough, completely knowledgeable of my condition, offered at home procedures for relief.
2026-02-08
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Dr. Luo is terrific. I had a eye condition that posed a risk for cataract surgery. Dr. Luo was recommended for it and I had no issues during or after the surgery.
2026-02-07
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She's very knowledgeable.
2026-02-07
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She was very attentive and explained things well.
2026-02-04
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Dr Luo is simply wonderful. She is gracious, brilliant and so nice to see on each of my annual visits. Her technician was also terrific. Dr Luo is always up to date on everything about me. Explains everything clearly and answers all of my questions. I feel lucky to have her as one of my eye specialists.
2026-01-29
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All good
2026-01-28
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The initial two girls who administered the mechanical test of my eyes were very cordial. My questions pursuant to the intent of the procedure were answered to my satisfaction.
2026-01-28
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Dr. Luo was excellent. She cares about patients deeply and was so helpful, considerate, and skillful.
2026-01-25
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Always professional and caring.
2026-01-25
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Everyone was wonderful. Thank you.
2026-01-25
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She is always well prepared and thorough.
2026-01-22
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All providers were excellent
2026-01-21
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I love my provider. I met her first time. She was very thorough. She checked everything possible.
2026-01-19
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Dr. Luo is superb in every respect. She is personable, attentive, professional, knowledgeable, and talks to us about everything she looks for and learns from my eye exams. It's clear that she wants us to understand what is going on with my eyes. I trust her implicitly and feel comfortable asking her questions about treatments and procedures she suggests or does not recommend. She is diligent and intimately familiar with my medical history and ocular challenges. I couldn't hope for a better doctor.
2026-01-18
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I found Dr. Luo to be passionate and quite, what's the word? Very deliberate. You know, she's passionate about her field performance.
2026-01-16
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Dr luo is a phenomenal doctor and has helped me greatly
2026-01-10
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It was excellent
2025-12-25
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Excellent Dr. excellent care
2025-12-24
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This doctor exhibited care and understanding of my situation.
2025-12-24
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Compassionate, professionally superior. Understands my total physical condition. A pleasure to interact with
2025-12-22
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Dr. LUO is the BEST!!!!!!????
2025-12-21
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Dr Luo was patient, thorough and very helpful in understanding my options for treatment.
2025-12-20
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Dr. Luo is the best Dr. I've never had someone so knowledgeable and willing to explain things as clearly.
2025-12-17
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Very knowledgeable. Made me feel very at ease with procedures
2025-12-12
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He is a very kind person and explains step by step what he is going to do.
2025-12-07
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Explained everything in a way that Could understand. Took time to answer any questions and concerns that I had. Made me feel more comfortable with having the cataracts removed.
2025-12-07
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Dr. Luo has been so instrumental in helping me achieve a good and healthy eyesight given that I have GvHD. She has been thorough in every way and also been kind and caring. Everyone at Mass Eye on Huntington Street are gems. I appreciate their kindness and caring. I wish them all a healthy and happy life.
2025-12-07
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It was a perfect visit
2025-12-03
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Such a well qualified, friendly and thorough doctor. She examined me in detail and explained so well. I travelled from upstate NY to Boston and found it was worth seeing this doctor.
2025-11-28
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Luo was extremely well versed in my issue & put everything in perspective in verbiage that I understood 100%
2025-11-26
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Very courteous, Very kind, Very straightforward. Cant complain 10/10
2025-11-24
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Total professionals. I felt like I was in the best possible hands.
2025-11-22
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Dr. Luo was very comforting, patient, and encouraging, as I was nervous. She gave me her full attention and listened carefully. I found her to be knowledgeable in my condition and empathetic to what I've been through over the last couple of years. She gave clear instructions as to what eye care I need to follow moving forward. I would definitely recommend Dr. Luo to anyone.
2025-11-19
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I'm grateful for the support and quick response. Thank you.
2025-11-17
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This provider is one of the most outstanding physicians I have ever seen in my life. Truly excellent.
2025-11-16
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Dr. Luo, oh man, she was an awesome doctor, very thorough, talked to me, gave me all the facts, everything that I needed to know, the risks. Overall, she was an awesome doctor. I felt that she provided exceptional care.
2025-11-12
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DR Luo is wonderful, knowledgeable and explains in terms to under
2025-11-11
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Yeah, I had an appointment with Dr. Luo and I have to say that she is exceptionally professional and knowledgeable and made me feel very comfortable about my care, had some specific suggestions on what I can do at home to improve the tear production in my eyes. But I really, really enjoyed the experience and I look forward to the follow-up.
2025-11-10
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Dr Luo is kind, compassionate and very knowledgeable. She is extremely thorough and took the time to listen to my concerns.
2025-11-07
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Excellent doctor. I was the last patient and Dr. Luo took extra time and worked longer to do a lazer procedure versus having me come back at another time. I am and hour and 15 minutes from the Huntington site
2025-11-05
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I was early and Dr Luo took me early
2025-11-05
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Dr Luo and her team has been incredible throughout my care cycle. I could not have asked for a better clinical and support team
2025-11-01
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Very respectful and honest
2025-11-01
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The provider was great explain everything to also was honest, listen carefull
2025-10-29
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Excellent service. Very attentive. Respectful and professional. Five stars!
2025-10-29
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In general, I love her. I think she's wonderful. She's taken good care of me and it's been a pleasure to know her.
2025-10-27
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Dr Luo and her assistants were kind, very professional and thorough in explaining all elements of the visit. She was excellent !
2025-10-14
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Dr. Luo was simply outstanding. She combines kindness, respect, and clearly excellent ability in her treatment. I feel very lucky to have connected with her.
2025-10-17
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Dr. Luo was familiar with my case and very helpful in explaining what she was finding. I wish I had known about the risks to my eyes during my taper of Tacrolimus and during my first post-transplant vaccines and could have seen her earlier.
2025-10-13
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She was great
2025-10-11
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Dr. Luo was incredible. She was extremely knowledgeable and thorough!! I would not see anyone else !!
2025-10-12
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She is caring and listens to what I have to say. She is companionate to the situation and does her best to make it better
2025-10-12
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A very understanding person. I think she's the best.
2025-10-11
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She was very thorough with during examinatio. Asked everything she needed to know in order to treat my issues and explained very well of what seemed to be the problem and how to proceed the proper treatment. Very pleasant as well.
2025-10-11
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I feel very fortunate to have Dr. Luo as my provider. She did an excellent job and I have 100% confidence in her skill and her advice. Thank you very much.
2025-10-10
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Very professional and knowledgeable
2025-10-07
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I appreciate her proactivity and ability to make medical term clear to me.
2025-10-04
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Top professional.
2025-10-04
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I felt that the information shared was accurate; it was delivered in a caring way. Excellent communication with doctor and technicians. I am confident that I have the information I need for my upcoming surgery.
2025-10-04
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I've always had really great experiences with Dr. Luo. I think she listens, and she's always been really helpful, and she's very personable and engaged. Sometimes she scared me a little with her directions, but that was because of me, not because of her. And I feel like she really cares. And just to say that when I press two, And it was I seen on time that was I didn't know there was other options. So I should have pressed for seeing right away and on time early as a matter of fact. Anyway, she's great. And I'm very grateful that she's my doctor. I feel very safe hands and she's very kind.
2025-10-03
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very caring and understanding. Explained my condition in a way for me to understand
2025-10-02
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Dr Katie Luo MD is WONDERFUL in every way ! She is incredibly knowledgeable, kind and reassuring. MEEI Longwood is blessed to have this fine physician !
2025-10-01
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Excellent experience with ophthalmologist. [redacted]
2025-10-01
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The best!!!
2025-09-28
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I am always very satisfied with the care I receive from Dr. Luo. She explains things well + is very thorough. This visit my husband had his first appointment with her also + was also very pleased. She found he had cataracts which need to be removed + we were given the soonest available appt. Prior to MEE we had been going to a local eye doctor. The care was adequate but our care now is so much more thorough. We feel we are in good hands.
2025-09-28
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Dr. Luo was very knowledgeable and was able to assess my situation and prescribe next steps should my eyes deteriorate in any way due to dry eye and graft-versus-host.
2025-09-26
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Very thorough
2025-09-22
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Dr Luo is wonderful.
2025-09-22
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DR. LUO IS TOPS. BEST EYE DR. I'VE EVER HAD
2025-09-21
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Dr. Luo is excellent in all regards
2025-09-20
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Dr. Luo showed great concern for my situation. [redacted]
2025-09-17
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Dr. Luo is the best in all areas of health care.
2025-09-13
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I like Dr. Luo [redacted]
2025-09-13
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Dr Luo and her team are professional, courteous, and happy to answer all questions in an easy to understand manner.
2025-09-13
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Dr. Luo, as always, a great provider
2025-09-05
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All my appts and procedures with various drs has been outstanding
2025-09-04
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Dr. Luo is always well prepared and very thorough in her explanations. She is so knowledgeable about my condition and treatments.
2025-08-31
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Dr Luo is exceptional.
2025-08-24
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Fantastic job!
2025-08-24
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Dr. Luo is a blessing with unique skills for my medical condition. She is direct and caring.
2025-08-24
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Dr. Luo was the best person I could have seen for worsening ocular GVHD. She efficiently and effectively diagnosed me, explained the situation and performed procedures treating the condition and alleviating my discomfort. She scheduled very timely follow-up and briefly outlined next steps. [redacted]
2025-08-24
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My provider is the best and all my previous experiences at Mass Eye and Ear have been extremely positive. All tests ordered are in a very timely manner and very little waiting at all.
2025-08-24
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Dr.Luo is the Best
2025-08-23
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