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Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD

Accepting New Patients

(306 Ratings)

Specializes in: Vitreoretinal Diseases (Retina and Vitreous)

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine

Professional interests include: endophthalmitis, eye tumor, parasitic infection, and more.

9001 Wilshire Boulevard Suite 301
Beverly Hills, CA 90211

(310) 854-6201

Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD is a retina specialist in Los Angeles, CA specializing in vitreoretinal diseases (retina and vitreous). He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine. Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD is affiliated with California Hospital Medical Center, Providence, Dignity Health, PIH Health, Retina Vitreous Associates, Retina-Vitreous Associates Medical Group, Good Samaritan, Los Angeles/CA and White Memorial, Los Angeles/CA.

Office Locations

Providence

1245 Wilshire Boulevard Suite 380
Los Angeles, CA 90017

(213) 483-8810

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Retina-Vitreous Associates Medical Group

301 S. Fair Oaks Avenue Suite 407
Pasadena, CA 91105

(626) 204-1410

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Retina-Vitreous Associates Medical Group

3400 Lomita Boulevard Suite 202
Torrance, CA 90505

(310) 891-1000

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Retina-Vitreous Associates Medical Group

9001 Wilshire Boulevard Suite 301
Beverly Hills, CA 90211

(310) 854-6201

(213) 975-0235

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12840 Riverside Drive Suite 333
North Hollywood, CA 91607

(818) 754-2090

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1510 S Central Avenue Suite 230
Glendale, CA 91204

(818) 797-4870

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Some issues Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD can help you with:

Autoimmune Diseases

An autoimmune disorder happens when the immune system mistakenly attacks the tissues of its own body, causing symptoms of illness. There are more than 80 different types of autoimmune disorders. While some are very rare, others are fairly common. Combined, autoimmune disorders are one of the leading causes of death and disability in the United States, affecting approximately 24 million people.

A properly working immune system identifies foreign substances in the body that might cause illness, such as bacteria and viruses. The immune system then creates antibodies which attack the foreign substances, neutralizing them and keeping the body safe. In people with autoimmune disorders, something goes wrong with this process. For reasons that are not fully understand, the immune system creates antibodies to attack the patient's own tissues.

Symptoms of an autoimmune disorder depend on which tissue is being attacked by the immune system, but common symptoms of autoimmune disease include fever, fatigue, and a general feeling of just not being well. Autoimmune disorders are more common in women than in men, and they may run in families. Autoimmune disorders can affect various parts of the body such as blood vessels, connective tissue, endocrine glands, joints, muscles, red blood cells, skin, and many others.

It is common to have more than one autoimmune disorder at a time. Most are chronic, or life-long illnesses, although they may come and go in flares. Treatment for autoimmune disorders depends on which part of the body is being attacked. For example:

A type 1 diabetic whose pancreas has been damaged will need insulin.
A person with Hashimoto's whose thyroid has been damaged will need replacement thyroid hormones.
Someone with Sjogren's syndrome will need eye drops and mouth rinses to replace tears and saliva.

Many autoimmune disorders of all kinds are treated with immune-suppressing medications, such as corticosteroids (e.g. prednisone) to reduce the effect of the immune system.

LASIK

LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is a surgical procedure that improves vision by permanently correcting refractive vision errors. Refractive vision errors are sight problems (such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism) that typically require patients to wear contact lenses or glasses. Nearsightedness (myopia) causes blurred vision at a distance, while farsightedness (hyperopia) makes objects that are up close appear blurry. Astigmatism results in blurred vision at both near and far distances. Each eye is either nearsighted or farsighted, and can additionally have astigmatism. These refractive vision errors develop from imperfections in the curvature of the eye, which LASIK fixes through the use of a laser. The laser changes the shape of the eye by cutting away tissue from the cornea (clear outer layer of the eye).

LASIK is generally considered an elective procedure (not medically necessary) since patients can wear glasses or contact lenses instead of undergoing LASIK. Nevertheless, many people still elect to undergo LASIK to have better vision without having to wear corrective lenses. Certain professionals, such as pilots, military members, firefighters, and athletes, might particularly benefit from LASIK.

Ophthalmologists (eye doctors) evaluate patients before surgery, measuring the cornea and checking for any eye irregularities that would disqualify patients from LASIK. A special eye scanner is used to create a map of the cornea. This map guides the surgeon in developing an individualized LASIK treatment plan. Once approved for LASIK, contact-wearers are advised to switch to glasses for the three weeks leading up to their surgery.

LASIK is a brief procedure, lasting for about half an hour, depending on the state of a patient's eyes and the corneal reshaping required. Patients lie down on a reclining chair and have numbing eye drops applied to one or both eyes to eliminate pain and discomfort during the procedure. While the eyes are held open by a device, the eye surgeon raises a fixation light where patients direct their eyes. The surgeon uses a femtosecond laser to cut a precise circular incision in the cornea's surface. The surgeon then manually folds back the corneal flap to access the stroma (inner cornea).

An excimer laser is then used to remove certain amounts of corneal tissue. For patients with farsightedness, the laser cuts tissue on the outer regions of the cornea, making the central cornea more prominent. For patients with nearsightedness, the opposite is done; central corneal tissue is removed while the outer tissue is left alone, flattening the eye. In patients with astigmatism, the laser is used to even out the surface of the corneal tissue, making the eye more spherical. When the lasering process is complete, the ophthalmologist folds the corneal flap to its regular position. The flap quickly begins to heal and naturally reattach itself to the eye.

LASIK patients need someone to drive them home from the procedure and cannot drive for the following 24 hours. Recovery from LASIK lasts about five days. Patients typically notice improved vision within a day or two of surgery. Prescription eye drops are given to patients to alleviate discomfort and promote eye healing. During this recovery time, patients must be incredibly careful not to touch or rub their eyes. Ophthalmologists often instruct patients to wear protective glasses during the day and night to prevent potential damage from eye rubbing.

LASIK can improve the experience of certain activities such as swimming or reading, and in some cases, LASIK can be a life-changing procedure for those with severe refractive vision errors. LASIK may also save patients money by eliminating the recurring need for updated corrective lenses.

Scleral Buckle

Due to age or a genetic predisposition, the retina, or sensitive area at the back of the eyeball, can sometimes develop holes or tears. When this happens, fluid from inside the eye can get behind the retina, pushing it away from the wall of the eye. This can affect vision and potentially cause blindness. A scleral buckle is a surgical procedure performed to treat retinal detachment.

During a scleral buckle procedure, the retina is first fused back into place, often using a kind of very cold needle. Then a tiny, flat piece or band of silicone is stitched to the white area on the outside of the eyeball. This creates a small indentation (or buckle) which pushes the wall of the eye securely against the retina. It helps the retina adhere to its proper location and heal correctly.

Scleral buckle surgery may be performed along with other procedures to treat a retinal detachment, for instance removing a small amount of the liquid inside the eye. After surgery, patients may experience redness or swelling. Patients may be given eye drops or a patch to wear to protect their eye while it heals. At first, there is often an uncomfortable gritty feeling like something is in the eye. Although the buckle is permanent, this sensation soon disappears. In most cases the retina reattaches, and within a few weeks vision and eye will be back to normal.

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Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

SCODI of the posterior segment

By Affordability:

evoked potential test

In 2023, among providers in related specialties within California, Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD performed more SCODI of the posterior segment (SCODI-P) procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of them and he also had a list price for evoked potential test that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 10%

By Volume:

eye procedures

In 2023, Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD performed more eye procedures procedures for Medicare patients than 90% of providers in related specialties within California.

Top 25%

By Volume:

diagnostic B-scan

intravitreal drug injection

vitreoretinal surgical procedures

In 2012, Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD performed more diagnostic B-scan, intravitreal drug injection, and vitreoretinal surgical procedures procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within California.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD treated as a retina specialist in Los Angeles, CA during 2012 were eye procedures, injections, diagnostic imaging and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	34
doctor visit	41
eye procedures	1939
injections	458
ultrasound (sonogram)	34

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD treated as a retina specialist in Los Angeles, CA during 2013 were eye procedures, injections, diagnostic imaging and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	56
eye procedures	2690
injections	678
photocoagulation	13
ultrasound (sonogram)	56

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	247
Female	352

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	349
Black	37
Hispanic	129
Asian	64
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	188
From 75 to 84	188
85 and over	144
Less than 65	79

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD in 2013

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	50
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	48
Dementia	13
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD treated as a retina specialist in Los Angeles, CA during 2014 were eye procedures, injections, diagnostic imaging and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	32
eye procedures	3010
injections	751
photocoagulation	17
ultrasound (sonogram)	32

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	255
Female	381

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	377
Black	48
Hispanic	120
Asian	70
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	223
From 75 to 84	201
85 and over	128
Less than 65	84

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD in 2014

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	44
Dementia	13
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD treated as a retina specialist in Los Angeles, CA during 2015 were eye procedures, injections, diagnostic imaging and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	40
eye procedures	3215
injections	750
photocoagulation	25
ultrasound (sonogram)	40

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	566
Female	820

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	814
Black	70
Hispanic	290
Asian	166
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	518
From 75 to 84	404
85 and over	278
Less than 65	186

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD in 2015

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	48
Dementia	12
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD treated as a retina specialist in Los Angeles, CA during 2016 were eye procedures, injections, diagnostic imaging and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	77
eye procedures	3586
injections	833
photocoagulation	34
ultrasound (sonogram)	77

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	307
Female	411

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	418
Black	33
Hispanic	146
Asian	95
Other	26
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	264
From 75 to 84	226
85 and over	137
Less than 65	91

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD in 2016

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	49
Dementia	13
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD treated as a retina specialist in Los Angeles, CA during 2017 were eye procedures, injections, diagnostic imaging and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	69
eye procedures	4189
injections	957
photocoagulation	31
ultrasound (sonogram)	69

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	338
Female	412

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	415
Black	28
Hispanic	165
Asian	105
Other	37
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	286
From 75 to 84	235
85 and over	137
Less than 65	92

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD in 2017

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	50
Dementia	13
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD treated as a retina specialist in Los Angeles, CA during 2018 were eye procedures, injections, diagnostic imaging and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	86
doctor visit	33
eye procedures	4655
injections	1041
photocoagulation	18
ultrasound (sonogram)	86

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	364
Female	454

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	428
Black	43
Hispanic	193
Asian	126
Other	28
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	332
From 75 to 84	244
85 and over	153
Less than 65	89

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD in 2018

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	48
Dementia	13
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD treated as a retina specialist in Los Angeles, CA during 2019 were eye procedures, injections, diagnostic imaging and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	91
doctor visit	79
eye procedures	5040
injections	1187
photocoagulation	28
ultrasound (sonogram)	91

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	399
Female	496

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	471
Black	0
Hispanic	200
Asian	138
Other	46
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	339
From 75 to 84	256
85 and over	203
Less than 65	97

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD in 2019

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	48
Dementia	13
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD treated as a retina specialist in Los Angeles, CA during 2020 were eye procedures, injections, diagnostic imaging and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	48
doctor visit	176
evoked potential test	12
eye procedures	4338
injections	1025
photocoagulation	27
ultrasound (sonogram)	48

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	333
Female	417

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	403
Black	30
Hispanic	172
Asian	102
Other	43
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	283
From 75 to 84	228
85 and over	156
Less than 65	83

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD in 2020

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	48
Dementia	12
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD treated as a retina specialist in Los Angeles, CA during 2021 were eye procedures, injections, diagnostic imaging and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	46
doctor visit	24
evoked potential test	12
eye procedures	4659
injections	1053
photocoagulation	24
ultrasound (sonogram)	46

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	357
Female	467

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	458
Black	39
Hispanic	168
Asian	118
Other	41
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	328
From 75 to 84	244
85 and over	162
Less than 65	90

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD in 2021

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	45
Dementia	13
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD treated as a retina specialist in Los Angeles, CA during 2022 were eye procedures, injections, diagnostic imaging and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	77
doctor visit	71
evoked potential test	12
eye procedures	5489
injections	1148
photocoagulation	29
prophylaxis (preventive treatment)	12
ultrasound (sonogram)	77

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	434
Female	524

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	538
Black	45
Hispanic	170
Asian	144
Other	61
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	372
From 75 to 84	319
85 and over	182
Less than 65	85

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	24
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	46
Dementia	9
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD treated as a retina specialist in Los Angeles, CA were eye procedures, injections, diagnostic imaging and ultrasound (sonogram).

diagnostic imaging	59
doctor visit	70
evoked potential test	12
eye procedures	3891
injections	898
photocoagulation	24
prophylaxis (preventive treatment)	12
ultrasound (sonogram)	59

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	327
Female	430

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	33
Asian / Pacific Islander	102
Non-Hispanic White	424
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	159
Other	25

**Age**
75 to 84	231
85 and over	152
Less than 65	88
65 to 74	284

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	12
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	43
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Dementia	11
Cancer	8

Education & Training

Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine. He completed residency at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas and Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology and has a state license in Massachusetts.

Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine

Residency: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas and Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: American Board of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology

Licensed In: Massachusetts

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

California Hospital Medical Center

Providence

Dignity Health

PIH Health

Retina Vitreous Associates

Retina-Vitreous Associates Medical Group

Good Samaritan, Los Angeles/CA

White Memorial, Los Angeles/CA

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Anthem Blue Cross HMO, Aetna HMO, Medicare Advantage, CIGNA HMO, Anthem and Blue Shield of California.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD accepts the following insurance providers:

Anthem Blue Cross HMO

Aetna HMO

Medicare Advantage

CIGNA HMO

Anthem

Blue Shield of California

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.92 out of 5 stars based on 306 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD from all over the web to help you find the right in Los Angeles, CA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Allergan, Inc.	$1,668 OZURDEX $64	ALPHAGAN P $4	$1,600
Alimera Sciences, Inc.	$1,487 ILUVIEN $1,465	$22
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$1,403 Eylea $957	EYLEA aflibercept injection $312	$134
Alcon Laboratories Inc	$1,006 Constellation $699	VitreoretinalEquipment $125	Pazeo $123	$59
Alcon Vision LLC	$949 Constellation $805	NGENUITY $145
Other	$3,862 Eylea $433	PROLENSA $367	LOTEMAX GEL $364	Spectralis $309	LUCENTIS $270	Other $2,118

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$6,635
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$1,600
Honoraria	$1,200
Consulting Fee	$940

Research Payments

Dr. David Shangkang Liao, MD, PhD has received 34 research payments totaling $289,492.

Biography

Dr. David Liao, who practices in Glendale, CA, Beverly Hills, CA, and Los Angeles, CA, is a medical specialist in vitreoretinal diseases (retina and vitreous). His education and training includes medical school at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine and residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas. Areas of expertise for Dr. Liao include vitreous hemorrhage, visual evoked potential test, and scleral buckle. Patients rated him highly, giving him an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Liao is an in-network provider for several insurance carriers, including Anthem, Blue California, and Aetna. He has received the following distinctions: Southern California Super Doctors and Southern California Rising Stars. His hospital/clinic affiliations include PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Providence, and California Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Liao's practice in Los Angeles, CA is open to new patients as reported by Dignity Health.