Christian E Song, MD
Not currently accepting new patients
4.77625 average rating from 320 patient reviews
Specialties
- Ophthalmology
- Comprehensive Ophthalmology
- Cataract Surgery
- LASIK and Laser Vision Correction Surgery
Affiliation
Mass General Brigham
Provider Locations
- Lexington, MA
- Boston, MA
Dr. Christian Song is the Associate Director of Mass Eye and Ear's Comprehensive Ophthalmology and Cataract Consultation Service and a member of the Refractive Surgery Service. He is also an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Song provides comprehensive eye care, seeing patients with a variety of eye conditions, and offers the following surgical treatments:
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Cataract surgery (routine and complex) with premium lens technologies for the treatment of astigmatism and presbyopia; Femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery; Laser vision correction (SMILE / LASIK / PRK); Implantable collamer lens (EVO ICL); Corneal cross-linking for keratoconus and post-refractive ectasia; Intraocular lens exchange, repositioning, and secondary lens implants; Dry eye disease (with specialized treatment for meibomian gland disease including Lipiflow and Tearcare)
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After graduating magna cum laude with honors in biology from New York University, he completed his medical training and ophthalmology residency at New York University School of Medicine. Dr. Song then completed fellowship training in cornea, cataract, and refractive surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College/New York-Presbyterian Hospital. He subsequently served as Assistant Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology at Weill Medical College of Cornell University and Adjunct Clinical Instructor at New York University School of Medicine prior to joining the faculty of Harvard Medical School in 2015.
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As a clinician educator, Dr. Song teaches and mentors medical students and ophthalmology residents of Harvard Medical School and has been awarded Surgical Teacher of the Year. He is a member of several professional societies, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, International Society of Refractive Surgery, and the Refractive Surgery Alliance.
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Clinical Interests
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Comprehensive ophthalmology, cataract surgery, corneal cross-linking, laser vision correction, implantable collamer lens
Education & Training
- Fellowship: New York Presbyterian Hospital Cornell Campus, Cornea, Cataract & Refractive Surgery, 2013
- Residency: New York University School of Medicine, Ophthalmology, 2012
- Internship: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 2009
- Medical Education: New York University School of Medicine, 2008
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology, American Board of Ophthalmology
Languages Spoken
- Korean
- English
Age Group Treated
- Adults
Patient Feedback
4.77625 average rating from 320 reviews
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Doctor Christian song is a very professional eye doctor the receptionist and nurses are the best
2026-07-08
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Dr Song is the best. He is a caring professional with extensive expertise. He discusses all my issues and is always patient, kind and understanding. I trust him completely.
2026-07-08
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Doctor Song was very professional! He was kind and attentive to my Concerns
2026-07-08
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EFFICIENT AND THOUGHTFUL SERVICE
2026-07-05
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My experience with Dr. Song and his whole team from receptionists to other medical personnel was exceptional. I received the absolute best medical care at MEEI. Thank you so much to the staff there.
2026-07-05
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Dr. Song did a good job of alleviating fear prior to surgery
2026-07-05
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Vision tech was a remarkable young man Doc Sung always a gentleman, good listener & professional.
2026-07-01
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Dr. Song is an excellent doctor. He treated me with respect and explained everything clearly. He noticed a problem with my right eye and explained the issue clearly to me. He called me the day afterward to follow up on the issue that he noticed with my right eye and to discuss scheduling surgery. I was highly impressed by his follow up and obvious care.
2026-07-01
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Love the nurse who did my eye exams he was great
2026-06-28
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Dr Song is gracious, courteous, and impressively knowledgeable and professional. I am grateful to be in his care, so much so that I have scheduled an appointment with Dr. Song for my wife.
2026-06-17
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Dr. Song is an outstanding doctor who is very personable.
2026-07-07
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As always, an excellent appointment and care.
2026-07-01
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I drive for over an hour to see Dr Song. I guess that tells you how much I care about his expertise with my eyes.
2026-06-29
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I have confidence in him to have my cataract surgery
2026-07-01
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Dr. Song has taken care of my son and saved his eye. Every single visit, Dr. Song has been fantastic. I would never consider going to any other physician. He's the best.
2026-06-28
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provider was professional, efficient, pleasant - arrangement for next visit was made before I left office
2026-06-28
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Very thorough. He addressed options for treatment and explained the options. Very pleasant experience.
2026-07-02
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It was great.
2026-07-01
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Yes, Dr. Song was extremely outstanding during the exam. He was very professional and very concerned about my overall health and concern about my eyes especially and making sure that I had everything possible for my care. Thank you.
2026-07-01
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Very professional, curious and efficient
2026-06-28
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I have been a patient for 8 years.
2026-06-11
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Dr . Song is top notch! He has a great personality and bedside manner. He was confident in his care for me and my one eye that works. He never wavered and my vision is great!
2026-06-10
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I feel so confident with Dr. Song. He explains what he is doing, asks questions talks about my eyes are doing in relation to my other conditions.
2026-06-10
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Dr. Song did an excellent job with my cataract surgery on [redacted]. The results have been outstanding. Can not say enough about him.
2026-06-10
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I look forward to being a longtime patient of this provider. He was informative, courteous, spoke clearly and made good eye contact.
2026-06-09
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Good service
2026-06-30
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Very knowledgeable and pleasant
2026-07-01
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Intake assistant was excellent. Updated eye prescription prior to Dr. evaluation. Very patient, knowledgeable and courteous.
2026-06-03
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2026-06-29
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I have lot of confidence in this provider.
2026-06-29
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I'm glad to have Dr Song caring for my eyes. He is extremely knowledgeable and takes the time to understand my history and health. He solved one problem quickly during that appointment by suggesting different eye drops. I'm confident that I am in good hands. [redacted]
2026-06-28
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The Doctor was very nice and listened well to me. I'm very happy with my experience with all 3 Doctors.
2026-05-28
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Dr Song was wonderful I would highly recommend him
2026-05-27
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Always a pleasure with Dr. Song and associates.
2026-05-26
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Dr. Song has been my care provider for many years and he and I chat and joke during my appointments which keeps the atmosphere very upbeat and the appointments pleasant.
2026-05-26
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He has always been very professional and answers my questions.
2026-05-21
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Dr Song is an excellent physician. His reception staff welcoming and techs that measure eye pressure, give vision tests if glasses needed, etc always swipe clean instruments before each patient usage and explain the procedure.
2026-05-19
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Dr. Song and his team are absolutely outstanding.
2026-05-15
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She went over previous tests records, inquired if changes occurred and recommendations.
2026-05-13
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Dr. Song is an exceptional surgeon. He is thorough and steps in to assist to make sure the best and most timely care is provided.
2026-05-08
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Very professional and friendly
2026-05-06
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Excellent. Answered questions very clearly
2026-04-23
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When t the you speak about the Doctor Good. Provider [redacted]
2026-04-23
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Very efficient, helpful, polite.
2026-04-22
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Totally Professional and totally knowledgeable
2026-04-22
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Very pleasant experience. Answered all my questions.
2026-04-16
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Very knowledgeable & competent.
2026-04-16
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Dr. Christian Song is very attentive and result oriented person. I like he is my doctor.
2026-04-09
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Dr Song is a wonderful doctor. [redacted]
2026-04-09
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Dr. Song is highly professional and he has excellent bedside manners. He is kind, gentle and cares about his patients. He ranks at the top of my lists.
2026-04-09
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Dr Song is a new doctor for me! I'm very happy with our first meeting He was very nice to follow up immediately with my primary care physician concerning other issues I seem to be having at this time and I am very grateful for his quick attendance to my problem ! I am thrilled to have him as my new Doctor at ME&E. [redacted] The Best!!
2026-04-08
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Dr. Song continues to listen and answers questions. He provides input in my vision.
2026-04-07
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Great!
2026-04-07
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Dr song was thoughtful, calm and unbelievable clear in our plan.
2026-04-05
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Awesome
2026-03-31
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Dr. Song is an excellent ophthalmologist. He is very thorough and explains things in a way you can understand. Would highly recommend him.
2026-03-25
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Dr. Song explains process of procedures clearly that patients can comprehend.
2026-03-24
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excellent
2026-03-13
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I feel very confident in his expertise and am so happy I have him as my eye doctor. He is so pleasant and very professional and very informed and he was happy to answer any questions I had!
2026-03-12
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Dr. Song is extremely professional and seems to be a very caring person. He made me feel comfortable.
2026-03-12
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He was wearing a mask and my daughter and I had a difficult time understanding exactly was he was saying especially about a new medication he was prescribing.
2026-03-04
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Outstanding [redacted]
2026-02-27
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I consider the experience a 10 and felt confident in the assessment
2026-02-26
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Top drawer in every sense.
2026-02-25
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Very knowledgeable and understanding doctor whom would take the time to explain to me of any of my concerns. Thank you!
2026-02-24
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Doctor Song is always great, thoughtful and concerned.
2026-02-19
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Efficient, thoughtful, careful and knowledgeable care. He answered all my questions and provided a good plan for future care.
2026-02-19
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Dr Song is very thorough and excellent at explaining my problems.
2026-02-27
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Dr Song is great.
2026-02-26
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Excellent
2026-02-06
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It's always a long wait for the doctor but care is good
2026-02-04
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Very happy with the treatment by Dr Song this visit. [redacted]
2026-02-04
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Dr song is simply the best! I would recommend him to anyone!
2026-01-23
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Very thorough. Listens to his patients concerns and explained things very well. Excellent overall.
2026-01-22
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Dr. Song is a compassionate human being above everything else. He does his best for every patient, I assume, as he has done for me. I like him so much that I always bring a little treat from the bakery to show my appreciation in a special way. He just is wonderful through and through. I could not imagine ANYONE else ever touching my eyes. Although Boston is a plane ride away, I don't think I could ever trust anybody else with my eyes. I hope no emergency arises that I would have to stay here where I live rather than going to Mass Eye and Ear.
2026-01-22
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Wonderful
2026-01-21
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Dr. Song is an exceptional physician. It is reassuring to have peace of mind knowing that I am under the care of a doctor who is knowledgeable, caring, and highly skilled.
2025-12-26
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Dr Song is very kind, knowledgeable, friendly and approachable. I feel very confident I am receiving the best care from him, as well as from all the other technicians and support staff at Mass Eye and Ear!
2025-12-24
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Hi, Dr. Song, excellent, excellent, excellent. Knows exactly what he's doing, takes his time doing the tests, was with me for a long time to make sure I was good because I have diabetes. Just excellent office all the way around. I wish I had more doctors like him.
2025-12-19
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They were very professional and respectful knowledgeable and helpful They were very busy many patients overall everything went well ??
2025-12-11
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He is the best!
2025-11-29
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I would like the technicians that see me before the doctor to identify themselves more clearly and say what their role is.
2025-11-28
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A gentleman
2025-11-26
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I've been a patient of Dr. Song's for several years, and his care is exceptional. He combines deep expertise with a calm, compassionate approach that makes every visit feel thorough and unrushed. His judgment and attention to detail inspire complete trust. I am extremely grateful for the quality of care he provides.
2025-11-26
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I recieved the most comprehensive eye exam I have ever had. I was given excellent care and advice
2025-11-20
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Dr. Song is quite good at what he does.
2025-11-19
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He is very kind ,and pleasant .Tells you exactly what the problem is and what needs to be done.
2025-11-14
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Dr. Song is wonderful. Highly recommend him
2025-11-12
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Dr Song was outstanding! The only complaint I have is regarding lack of communication between his staff and me/the doctor.
2025-11-12
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I consistently receive excellent care from MEEI.
2025-11-02
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The doctor is very caring and very thorough . He is a wonderful doctor
2025-10-29
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Fabulous doctor
2025-10-22
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Explained the tests done findings in a simple way for me to understand.
2025-10-15
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The best care I've experienced!
2025-10-01
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Excellent care.
2025-09-28
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it was super busy. maybe overbooked or short handed. Dr's doing their best...totally understand.
2025-09-25
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Overall a good experience
2025-09-24
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The best eye exam ever & most informative/ explanation ever!
2025-09-24
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Dr Song is attentive, knowledgeable and caring. He is assuring and has excellent bedside manner. He explained everything very well and made sure that I understood my medical issues well and is very pleasant to talk to. His staff is also very helpful. I highly recommend him for anyone needing an ophthalmologist.
2025-09-17
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All excellent!
2025-09-17
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MGH Mass EYE &Ear doctors, nurses and staff always provide excellent care! They ensure all my questions are answered and ask questions to gain more medical information. So glad I am a long time patient of MGH Mass Eye &Ear!
2025-09-13
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All goo
2025-09-10
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Very thorough and definitely was professional
2025-09-10
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I thought Dr. Song was fine and I would recommend him. Last year was the first year I saw him and I had a more positive feeling last year, but definitely he is competent and he's good and I would recommend him.
2025-09-04
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It was a very good experience.
2025-08-27
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