Dr. Michael Lai, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*•Male•Age 73

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*

Dr. Michael Lai, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Santa Maria, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lai has extensive experience in Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring, Thyroid Disorders, and Metabolic Disorders. He graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as French Hospital Medical Center and Marian Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Michael Lai, MD

Central Coast Endocrinology

1300 E Cypress St Ste C2 Santa Maria, CA 93454
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
(805) 349-8972
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
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Accepting new patients

(805) 349-8972

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Lai is affiliated with French Hospital Medical Center San Luis Obispo, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Lai specializes in the areas of Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • 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. Lai's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lai

2.7

59 ratings, 21 with a written review
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Jan 19, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 people found this helpful
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Cindy Powell – May 15, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
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Dee Wilk – Oct 31, 2023
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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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Erin Voerman – May 27, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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AS – Nov 30, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
12 people found this helpful
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Karen McBeth – Mar 12, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 people found this helpful
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Jeff Hewitt – Dec 18, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
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SLO Former Patient – Oct 31, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
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Dec 20, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
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Santa Maria , CA – May 30, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
6 people found this helpful
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Atascadero, CA – May 22, 2019
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What could be improved
No results
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Mar 23, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Jeri Terrell in Los osos, CA – Mar 09, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 people found this helpful
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Nov 27, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
4 people found this helpful
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Kelly G – Aug 06, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
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Local Slo County resident – Jul 04, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
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Santa Maria, CA – Jun 22, 2017
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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
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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MattyS in Santa Maria, CA – Dec 28, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
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Joan in Morro Bay – Nov 02, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
15 people found this helpful
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Mar 26, 2016
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  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

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  • Long Beach Va Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1982

  • St Mary Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1978

  • St Marys Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1978

  • University Of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Central Coast Endocrinology

Central Coast Endocrinology1300 E Cypress St Ste C2 Santa Maria, CA 93454
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Central Coast Endocrinology1250 Peach St Ste H San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Central Coast Endocrinology

Office116 S Palisade Dr Ste 301 Santa Maria, CA 93454
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • French Hospital Medical Center

    1911 Johnson Ave
    San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Marian Regional Medical Center

    1400 E Church St
    Santa Maria, CA 93454
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in treating pulmonary embolism, respiratory system failure, sepsis, and diabetic emergencies

    Critical Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in treating pulmonary embolism, respiratory system failure, sepsis, and diabetic emergencies

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Adventist Health Sierra Vista

    1010 Murray Ave
    San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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