Silas L Wang, MD
Not currently accepting new patients
4.86336 average rating from 887 patient reviews
Specialties
Affiliation
Mass General Brigham
Provider Locations
- Stoneham, MA
- Boston, MA
Dr. Wang has been a full-time member of the Mass Eye and Ear Comprehensive Ophthalmology and Cataract Consultation Service since 2016. He is a board-certified ophthalmologist providing general eye care and specializing in cataract surgery.
After graduating summa cum laude in biomedical engineering from Harvard College, Dr. Wang completed his medical degree at Yale School of Medicine. He completed an internship at Yale-New Haven Health’s Greenwich Hospital and his ophthalmology residency at New York University and the Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Institute. Subsequently, he joined a private practice in New York City while also serving as a Clinical Instructor in Ophthalmology at New York University prior to moving to Boston and joining Mass Eye and Ear.
As a clinician educator, Dr. Wang has a strong interest in teaching and mentoring medical students and resident physicians as an Instructor on the faculty of Harvard Medical School. He was named Surgical Teacher of the Year by the Harvard Ophthalmology residents in 2019. He is the co-director of the Harvard Ophthalmology Research Scholars Program, which provides opportunities and support for medical students from underrepresented backgrounds from across the country who are interested in careers in ophthalmology. He has also volunteered with the Indian Health Service on reservations in Rosebud, South Dakota, and Shiprock, New Mexico. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology, a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and a member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
Education & Training
- Residency: NYU Langone, Ophthalmology, 2011
- Internship: Greenwich Hospital, Internal Medicine, 2008
- Medical Education: Yale University School of Medicine, 2007
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology, American Board of Ophthalmology
Languages Spoken
- English
Age Group Treated
- Adults
Patient Feedback
4.86336 average rating from 887 reviews
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This doctor was covering for Dr. [redacted]. Care at MEEI is excellent
2026-09-07
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Wonderful doctor. Very knowledgeable and kind. I feel very lucky to be his patient.
2026-09-07
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He is absolutely the best doctor!
2026-09-07
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Dr. Wang is terrific. He is careful, always willing to explain, humane.
2026-09-06
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Everything was fine. Everything was fine. Everything went well. All above everything good. Bye-bye.
2026-09-07
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I like Dr. Wang very much. He is attentive and explains things clearly and is altogether a great doctor!
2026-09-04
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I think Dr. Silas Wang is the best eye Doctor my wife and I have ever seen. He is caring, respectful and extremely thorough in his exam.
2026-09-04
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Dr Wang is very personable, and seems to care deeply about his patients. I would highly recommend him to friends and family.
2026-09-02
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Dr. Wang carefully and thoroughly explained all my test results to me, which made me very happy. I will recommend Dr. Wang to my friends. Furthermore, everyone on Dr. Wang's team was extremely dedicated and responsible; I felt treated with kindness, which was a wonderful feeling.
2026-08-30
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Dr. Wang is very informative and listens to my concerns.
2026-08-30
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This provider is beyond excellent. He cares about each and every patient. He doesn't rush you. I wouldn't go to anyone else.
2026-08-30
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Dr. Wang is a brilliant ophthalmologist and a 5-star provider of eye care.
2026-08-30
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Dr Wang is a kind and thoughtful physician who sincerely cares about his patients. I happily travel more than 30 miles to see him
2026-08-29
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Very good exam and explained everything clearly
2026-08-29
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Exceptional.
2026-08-29
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Dr. Wang is very direct with information regarding the level of my cataracts. He is easy to unsmderstand and answers all of my questions.
2026-08-29
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I've recommended this practice several times.
2026-08-29
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so accommodating. He switched to a virtual visit from in person because I drive up from the Cape.
2026-08-27
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Excellent doctor. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking an ophthalmologist.
2026-08-28
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Dr Wang is thorough and kind. The cataract surgery her performed a year ago was amazing.
2026-08-25
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Dr Wang away listens and engages his patient. I have recommend Dr Wang to friend and family.
2026-08-29
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Easy way of explaining. Takes time to ask if there are any other questions.
2026-08-25
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Always excellent care from Dr Wang
2026-08-24
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Dr Wang is one of the best eye drs that I have seen. And I have had many with all of my eye issues! Dr Wang is so through checking my eyes and ordering tests that he thinks I need. Then when explaining the results he does it so clearly. Besides his professional manner he is so down to earth. I have complete confidence in him!!
2026-08-22
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Dr. Wang was a caring, informative, knowledgeable, professional. I trusted him as my physician. The entire supportive team at Stoneham office was excellent. Thank you all.
2026-08-22
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Excellent clinician
2026-08-21
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Dr Silas Wang is incredible! Takes time, listens and follows up
2026-08-21
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Good listening and explaining
2026-08-19
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This care provider is very competent and helpful. I am always happy with my experience.
2026-08-19
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Every thing was fine
2026-08-19
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My appointment was with Dr. Wang and I had a very positive experience with him [redacted]
2026-08-19
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I've always had a good experience at Mass Eye and Ear with Dr. Silas Wang. He is professional and courteous, and the entire staff at the hospital is always kind and helpful. [redacted]
2026-08-19
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I like my doctor, Dr. Wang. He's very professional and very kind, very patient. I will recommend him to my family and friends. Very excellent doctor, Dr. Wang. Thank you.
2026-08-19
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Excellent care
2026-08-16
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They are excellent
2026-08-15
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Excellent provider!
2026-08-15
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Dr Wang was very professional and an expert in his field.He is takes good care of the problems I have.I am very grateful that he is my eye doctor.
2026-08-15
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Very professional calm and reassuring
2026-08-15
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Very professional and kind
2026-08-15
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The staff were great and respectful.
2026-08-12
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I think the Dr's at Mass. Eye & Ear are excellent. Dr. Wang, Dr. [redacted] and Dr. [redacted] have taken very good care of me.
2026-08-11
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Dr. Wang was wonderful [redacted]
2026-08-12
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He is very knowledgeable and caring. He's a great listener and explains all options for your care going forward.
2026-08-12
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I appreciated his explanations.
2026-08-10
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Thorough and personable
2026-08-11
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My experience going to Dr. Wang, everything was fine and wonderful and I like him a lot and the people that helped me before I saw Dr. Wang were very good too. So I appreciate it. Thank you.
2026-08-10
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Great experience
2026-08-08
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Dr. Wang has done amazing things for my eyes and he's always so professional and friendly and I really, really appreciate that I'm able to be his patient. Thanks.
2026-08-07
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Dr Wang is an extraordinarily gifted eye doctor His expertise and willingness to answer questions with thorough explanations is exceptional
2026-08-06
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Dr. Wang is extremely efficient. As are all the Nurses
2026-08-06
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[redacted] I was very happy with my appointment with Dr Wang. He was very knowledgeable and explained things clearly. I would rate my meeting with Dr Wang and is staff as outstanding.
2026-08-04
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I love being a patient of Dr. Wang's and I would recommend him to anyone. He is very attentive and knowledgeable and I always feel very well taken care of.
2026-08-05
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Everything was ok
2026-08-03
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Dr Wang is great. He is knowledgeable and I appreciate his expertise. [redacted]
2026-07-31
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All staff were professional but most impressed with the knowledge, explanations and patience of the physician Silas Wang.
2026-08-04
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Amazing, care, communication and attention to detail's
2026-07-29
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Dr Wang was very helpful.
2026-07-28
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Great physician [redacted]
2026-07-26
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Always professional. Very experienced in his work. Communicates very well too.
2026-07-26
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Appreciate the thoroughness and care by Dr. Wang & his staff.
2026-07-26
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I think Dr. Wang is a great doctor. He makes you feel comfortable and answers all your questions.
2026-07-25
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Dr. Wang is so professional and kind.
2026-07-25
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It was great
2026-07-22
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He was excellent. He was patient and he really went slow with understanding me with me having severe dyslexia and I got him to slow down and give explanations since I'm a visual learner that I could relate to and he went through all of the information that I had on my father and my mother with me and he went over everything with me and it was an excellent experience [redacted] it was an outstanding experience and I feel very safe, calm and confident being in your practice and being in his hands. Thank you so much.
2026-07-23
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Dr Wang was very through enjoyed meeting him
2026-07-20
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Dr Wang is a knowledgeable, highly professional Ophthalmologist. He is also friendly and kind person. It is clear that he arrives having reviewed my chart and is prepared to ask follow up questions concerning our previous treatment plan. I feel comfortable with our discussions & my care.
2026-07-20
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I only have the highest level of commendation, appreciation and respect for Dr Wang's expertise, knowledge, thoroughness combined with caring and courtesy.
2026-07-23
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Dr. Wang is excellent.
2026-07-21
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Although the whole visit was somewhat lengthy, I think I was very satisfied with the results and the tests where they're done and the explanations along all those lines.
2026-07-20
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Dr. Wang is a great doctor that I would recommend to others.
2026-07-18
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Excellent doctor, excellent staff
2026-07-18
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Dr. Wang is the best practitioner I've seen for eyes. He is outstanding. He's very caring. He's very knowledgeable. And he is very receptive.
2026-07-17
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I think Dr Silas Wang is awesome and explains everything in detail. He is very kind and cares about his patients.
2026-07-15
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I saw Dr. Silas Wang. He is awesome. I've been going to him for a few years and I really, really like him. He's kind and he listens and he's very knowledgeable. Thank you.
2026-07-16
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It was my first time with Dr. Wang i was like him and thought he was up to date on my records very nice man.
2026-07-13
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Listens to my concerns
2026-07-13
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I could not be happier with Dr Silas Wang. I have complete confidence in him. He gives a very thorough exam, explains everything clearly, asks important questions, and listens to any concerns I have. He maintains a timely schedule, but I never feel rushed. He is always aware of what is going on with my other doctors and keeps them abreast of my case. I could go to a doctor that is closer to my home, but I couldn't find anyone better to care for my eyes.
2026-07-12
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As always, Dr. Wang was professional, kind, punctual and fully prepared
2026-07-12
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He was fine
2026-07-11
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Doctor Wang has always been very concerned and caring during my visits. He is always willing to listen to all of my questions and concerns.
2026-07-06
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Very knowledgeable and patient with patient.
2026-07-05
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Outstanding caring and thoughtful and thorough
2026-07-04
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Very impressed with the entire visit.
2026-07-04
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Excellent in every sense of the quote.
2026-07-03
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very good
2026-07-02
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He was attentive, caring, highly knowledgeable and communicative. In short, perfect.
2026-07-01
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Dr. Wang was very professional. He was timely, reviewed my medical history, and then proceeded with the exam. He's always very thorough and meticulous, and I appreciate his hard work.
2026-07-03
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Silas Wang is the best eye doctor I have ever had in my [redacted] years. I only see out of one eye and he's taking very good care of it and something else is going on right now with the eye. He is incredible and I absolutely recommend him for everyone and anyone. Thank you.
2026-07-03
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He was prompt, professional and competent!
2026-07-02
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Very thorough and professional
2026-07-02
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Nothing, the provider was great.
2026-07-01
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Everyone was very kind and patient with me.
2026-06-30
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Dr. Wang is an excellent ophthalmologist.
2026-07-02
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Dr Silas Wang was professional, friendly, and efficient. He made the Appointment as soon as it was needed. He did the thorough check up and explained clearly what I need to do to care for my eyes to minimize future occurrence.
2026-07-01
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Excellent care
2026-07-01
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Dr Wang has extensive medical knowledge and very kind and was very patient in explaining questions clearly.
2026-06-28
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Wonderful Doctor pleasant takes his time and shows me every aspect of my eye exam
2026-06-28
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He was very caring & great
2026-07-02
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He is a great care provider. Trust him fully. [redacted]
2026-06-27
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He was very good. I'd see him again.
2026-06-27
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Dr Silas Wang is extremely knowledgeable, very accommodating and very polite. He inspires confidence.
2026-06-27
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The nurse technician was phenomenal, very comfortable. She really knew what she was doing, explained it completely. I felt at ease, a very pleasant experience. [redacted] Dr. Wayne was just as great. Couldn't ask for better service. Totally felt comfortable. They went through all the ifs and buts and what we do. Couldn't have left there feeling more comfortable knowing I was taken care of. The best you're going to get. They were great. Thank you.
2026-06-27
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Dr Wang always respectful and willing to listen, excellent Doctor
2026-06-22
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Dr. Wang is extremely thorough and very careful and clear in offering explanations, both of what his diagnosis is and also of the treatment that he is proposing. He is just a wonderful person in that respect.
2026-06-22
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Dr Wang is the best!
2026-06-22
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Very good experience at Mass Eye and Ear Stoneham, very good experience with intake technician, excellent eye exam from Dr. Wang.
2026-06-20
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Dr. Wang is a totally professional, knowledgeable, kind and patient. He explains every aspect of my condition and it's resolution.
2026-06-20
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Dr Wang is very caring and kind. He always takes good care of me.
2026-06-20
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Very thorough and caring
2026-06-20
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The Dr. and the nurse [redacted], were both great. I was quite appreciative of their professionalism, their demeanor, and their kindness.
2026-06-21
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[redacted] Dr. Wang, on this first visit for me, was familiar with my history and very helpful and informative about the results of my tests and their meaning to my concerns about potential future problems. I was most satisfied with my visit!
2026-06-17
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High-Level professionals.
2026-06-14
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Everyone was professional, courteous, and experienced great service no question! Thank you ??
2026-06-14
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Wonderful doctor takes time with you
2026-06-15
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You called me exactly when I was filling out the written one on, I think it was my text message or something. But anyway, I said that I enjoyed my visit. Very, things went along very smoothly. It was one of my better visits when comparing them to all my other doctor visits and very comfortable and they were very friendly. That's it.
2026-06-15
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Great experience ... felt I was taken good care of. Confident with the care received.
2026-06-11
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The experience was comfortable because the entire office was extremely friendly, and Dr Wang very helpful and interested
2026-06-11
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Listens carefully, explains well and remembers last visit.
2026-06-09
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Very good
2026-06-09
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He is very professional and describes the situation well
2026-06-08
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Dr. Wang explains everything clearly and listens to my concerns. I never feel rushed even though I know the waiting room is full.
2026-06-09
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Dr Wang is great!
2026-06-08
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Dr. Wang is a kind gentle person. Very knowledgeable regarding me and .my condition. Explained all the tests and results. Making me comfortable about my present condition
2026-06-06
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First, I want to credit [redacted], the technician who measured my eyes, checked my prescription and explained that it had changed dramatically. She was terrific. Dr. Wang was also very helpful in explaining what options I have and what my condition entails. He also seemed to have access to years of my records, which he had obviously reviewed, and which gave context for my exam. He was also flexible about next steps, which I appreciate.
2026-06-03
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The two other professionals I saw, one for history and one for testing were also excellent.
2026-06-04
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He is just incredibly knowledgeable and thoughtful. I am grateful to have him looking out for me.
2026-05-30
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Very good. And on time (unlike my initial visit).
2026-05-29
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I was totally impressed with Dr. Wang's care. I think he is very experienced, very knowledgeable, and he conveyed all information to me clearly, and I have nothing but good things to say about him.
2026-05-28
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I already made next visit appointment.
2026-05-26
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Everything was very good!
2026-05-25
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Dr. Wang if the best! I'm so grateful for the PACE that I was able to get the best without even asking for it! God bless all the people there as staff were wonderful. Thank you1
2026-05-25
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Very thorough and respectful. Responded to my concerns about my vision with clear and resssuring comments.
2026-05-25
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Dr. Wang is wonderful. He's very competent, experienced, and knowledgeable, and we feel very safe in his hands to have a couple of cataract surgeries. Thank you.
2026-05-25
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Dr. Silas Wang is an excellent and caring physician who has treated me for several years.
2026-05-24
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Dr.Wang is professional ,kind and gives me confidence in my care. Taking care of my vision Arreds for macula (drusen) and having my vision checked by him I know I'm in great hands .Thank you ,Dr . Wang
2026-05-24
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I am confident that I am getting the best care from Dr Wang
2026-05-22
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Excellent, efficient .
2026-05-21
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I really appreciate the professionalism of Dr. Wang and his staff.
2026-05-20
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Very good. Lots of tests
2026-05-18
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Very nice experience
2026-05-18
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Dr. Wang and his staff are outstanding, very knowledgeable and thorough. I am very pleased with the care I get. Thank-you.
2026-05-18
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They are the best I have ever met in ophthalmology care.
2026-05-18
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It's superior quality of care.
2026-05-17
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Excellent experience
2026-05-21
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It was clear that be cares deeply about his patients.
2026-05-18
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Dr. Wang is very knowledgable, well prepared and has good judgement.
2026-05-17
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I have received excellent care and results with my vision thanks to Dr. Wang and his team.
2026-05-17
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I'd like to say that Dr. Wang is very attentive and very kind and I really am happy that I have him for my eye doctor. So I'd like to say he is really a great doctor and seems like a very, very good person. Thank you. Bye-bye.
2026-05-16
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He was very thorough. Listen closely to what I said. I did not feel rushed at all. He explained about the medicine I was to take and the possibility it might be changed once the test results were in.
2026-05-16
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Very patient listen to what you have to say and explain as clearly as he possibly can
2026-05-16
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Very awesome e
2026-05-15
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Dr Wang is the most responsive provider I have ever dealt with, in any field or specialty. He has a top level of knowledge and expertise and experience, and my results from his treatment have been excellent.
2026-05-13
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Very, very, very, very good person. Very, very, very important details he gives to me. He's a great job, great job, great guy, everything. He's a 10 plus.
2026-05-14
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I am happy with Dr Silas. This was an annual checkup to monitor what effect prediabetes might have.
2026-05-11
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Thorough, clear, concise and approachable.
2026-05-11
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I enjoy seeing my provider. He is efficient in his time management detailed and organized in his assessments, notes, treatment plans and cares about your progress. Truly the best physician I have met!
2026-05-10
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I always have a pleasant visit
2026-05-10
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Very professional courteous visit
2026-05-15
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Dr. Wang was very knowledgeable, very professional, and very caring.
2026-05-11
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Very reassuring in regards to the care.
2026-05-10
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very professional Dr that understands my eye issues and explains them to me so I understand them.
2026-05-10
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They are very good.
2026-05-09
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Dr. Wang listens carefully and is responsive to my questions.
2026-05-08
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Always excellent Staff!
2026-05-08
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Dr. Wang treated me with respect and professionalism. He is very thorough and listens attentively.
2026-05-08
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couldn't have been more helpful. Carefully explained what was going on, making suggestions and providing a comforting voice. A great experience.
2026-05-07
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The provider was excellent. He listened. He explained everything. It was quite a worrisome situation. He left me with full knowledge and I appreciate the time he spent with me. I couldn't have asked for a better doctor. Thank you so much.
2026-05-08
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Addressed all questions completely, he did not rush me
2026-05-06
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silas is always pleasant not a bad word he is the bomb
2026-05-17
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Dr Wang is very knowledgeable, performed the retinal examination thoroughly, explained everything clearly and advised how to contact him/office when issues arise.
2026-05-08
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Over all ... Great !
2026-05-05
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Very professional
2026-05-04
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Dr. Wang is excellent. He's very nice & efficient.
2026-05-04
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They are good providers
2026-05-04
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Dr. Wang is amazing and wonderful clinician
2026-05-04
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Dr. Silas Wang is an excellent doctor. He understands my concerns and explains things very well.
2026-05-08
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Positive overall visit!
2026-05-03
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Dr. Wang is very professional and he called me back concerning a vision test I had in a very timely manner.
2026-05-04
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Excellent service.
2026-05-02
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Dr Wang is very thorough- informative - knowledgeable I travel 2hours to have appts with him and I gladly make the trip. Excellent physician
2026-05-02
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Dr Wang is very professional, attentive, patient, and detailed. He always takes the time to explain things, discuss options, check if I have questions and review the plan. His staff is organized and thorough.
2026-05-02
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Great.
2026-04-29
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I have trust in my provider.
2026-04-26
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As a surgeon, Dr Wang was exceptional. Have perfect vision in the eye where he removed my cataract. He is attentive and caring during eye exam.
2026-04-25
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Dr Wang and his team was wonderful
2026-04-25
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Great
2026-04-24
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Dr. Wang is exceptional. He is knowledgeable in his field, and I feel very comfortable with his decision making. He has helped me with my eyesight, and I will always be indebted to him. He has not only helped me but also my husband. He is great with his patients, always making sure they have an understanding of the issues and how he will handle them. Always returns calls or emails. I am very fortunate to have such as wonderful physician.
2026-04-24
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From scheduling to follow up, my cataract surgery could not have gone better. The level of care I experienced from Speaking with [redacted] and the care from Dr. Wang were exceptional. Also need to mention the ENTIRE OR team was AMAZING! From the nurses to anesthesia to the support staff made the experience as smooth as possible. 3 separate time outs to review what was being done made me feel very comfortable. I would highly recommend Dr. Wang and MEEI as a whole.
2026-04-21
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I am grateful that I have Dr. Wang as my care provider.
2026-04-23
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Dr. Wang is an excellent doctor in everyway.
2026-04-22
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Dr Wang is extremely knowledgeable and helpful to me
2026-04-22
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Dr Wang and staff are kind efficient and I highly recommend their medical practice
2026-04-20
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Yes, Dr. Silas has always been a professional when I go for my visits. And yes, I would recommend Dr. Silas and I've had definitely a good experience. So thank you.
2026-04-20
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Seems to be one of the best cares about his patients and shows compasion
2026-04-19
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Dr. was terrific [redacted].
2026-04-19
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Excellent doctor!
2026-04-19
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Very attentive and asked if I was comfortable during my exam
2026-04-18
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Excellent care
2026-04-18
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Dr. Wang was informative, friendly and quick to answer any comments I made. Excellent physician!
2026-04-17
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He is excellent!! I would not go any where else.
2026-04-16
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