Thomas Lang, M.D., MD
Cataract Surgeon
- Ocular Surface Disease
- General Ophthalmology
- Anterior Segment Surgery
Thomas Lang, M.D., FAAO, is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in primary care ophthalmology, cataract surgery, and diseases of the anterior segment at Rhode Island Eye Institute. He earned his undergraduate degree from Harvard University before attending Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York for his medical degree. Dr. Lang completed his internship at Mt. Sinai Hospital and his ophthalmology residency at the prestigious Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital, both in New York City. With over 40 years of ophthalmology experience, he is a trusted and long-standing specialist serving patients across Rhode Island.
residency
Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital
internship
Mt. Sinai Hospital
medical school
Columbia College of Physicians
undergraduate
Harvard University
Professional Excellence
Prior to joining Rhode Island Eye Institute, Dr. Lang served at Harvard Pilgrim Health Plan, where his dedication to patient care earned him the distinguished Outstanding Physician award in 1996, a recognition that reflects the standard of excellence he has brought to every stage of his career. He currently serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at the Warren Alpert Medical School at Brown University, where he contributes to the education of the next generation of ophthalmologists. Dr. Lang holds hospital affiliations at Miriam Hospital and maintains active privileges across the Rhode Island region.
I'm passionate about helping my patients see clearly and maintain healthy eyes throughout their lives. Whether it's through comprehensive eye care or advanced cataract surgery, I'm committed to delivering excellent outcomes with compassion and expertise.
Thomas Lang, M.D., MD
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Four Decades of Trusted Eye Care
Dr. Lang's career spans over four decades of dedicated ophthalmology practice, from his training at two of New York City's most respected medical institutions to his long-standing role as a trusted primary care ophthalmologist and cataract surgeon at Rhode Island Eye Institute. His combination of Harvard academic roots, Columbia medical training, and an Outstanding Physician distinction from Harvard Pilgrim Health Plan reflects a lifelong commitment to the highest standards of patient care. For the patients he has served across Rhode Island, Dr. Lang represents the kind of experienced, compassionate physician that is increasingly rare in modern medicine.
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Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery
Warren Alpert School of Medicine at Brown University
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