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Dr. Christopher Lyon, MD

Dr. Christopher Lyon, MD

Ophthalmology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Christopher Lyon, MD is an ophthalmologist in Newport Beach, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Universidad Autonoma de Ciudad Juarez in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities Hoag Hospital Newport Beach and Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

1401 Avocado Ave Ste 401 Newport Beach, CA 92660
(949) 760-3003

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lyon specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Lyon's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lyon

4.3

6 ratings, 1 with written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Charles H. Stilwell in Seal Beach, CA – Feb 24, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Voted one of America's MOST COMPASSIONATE DOCTORS in survey of 200,000 patients. Dr Chris Lyon was in the TOP 3% of over 870,000 active Doctors surveyed. Dr Lyon modestly ascribes his accolades to his very friendly & helpful Front Office Staff...read more

biography

American Board certified Ophthalmologist

Expert Reviewer Ophthalmology California Medical Board

Associate Clinical Professor Ophthalmology USC

  • Ophthalmology

  • Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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  • New York Medical College

    Residency Hospital, 1982

  • Universidad Autonoma De Ciudad Juarez

    Medical School, 1979

  • Yale University

    Medical School, 1979

  • St Vincents/yale University

    Internship Hospital, 1979

  • Roswell Pk Memorial Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1977

  • University Of Rhode Island

    1973

  • University Rhode Island Phd Biological Science

    Undergraduate School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Babak N. Rad M.D. Inc.1401 Avocado Ave Ste 401 Newport Beach, CA 92660
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hoag Hospital Newport Beach

    1 Hoag Dr
    Newport Beach, CA 92663
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    17% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange

    1100 W Stewart Dr
    Orange, CA 92868
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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