Christopher Lau, MD
Treatment & Services
- Blood Tests
- Bronchoscopy
- Chest X-Ray
- Computed Tomography (CT Scan)
- Diagnosing Asthma
- Mechanical Ventilation
- Oxygen Therapy
- Pulmonary clearance for surgery
- Pulmonary Function Testing
- Pulmonary Medicine
- Screening and Testing
- Thoracentesis
- Treating Asthma With Bronchodilators
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Abnormal Chest CT
- ABPA
- Acute Lung Injury
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
- Advanced Lung Disease
- Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
- Asthma
- Bronchitis
- Carcinoid Syndrome
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Cough
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Emphysema
- End Stage Lung Disease
- Eosinophilia
- Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
- Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)
- Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH)
- Lung Cancer
- Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM)
- Pneumonia
- Pulmonary Disease
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Sarcoidosis
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View All PlansAbout Christopher Lau, MD
Dr. Lau earned his medical degree from St. George's University School of Medicine in Grenada. He completed his clinical clerkship in St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center in Paterson, New Jersey. He completed his residency program in Internal Medicine in SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY. After completing his residency in Internal Medicine, he continued to stay on as Chief Resident at SUNY Upstate. He completed a fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at Cleveland Clinic in Ohio.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2021
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine
- Internal Medicine
- Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease
Research & Publications
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153 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Listens | 4.6 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 5 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 5 |
47 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Feb 28, 2023
Dr. Lau is one of the best doctors I have ever known.
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2023
Dr. Lau is an amazing physician. He was patient and educated me regarding my concerns and put me at ease. I highly recommend him.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2023
Dr. Lau was extremely at communicating and educating me on the results of the CT. He is great in establishing a strong and trusting Doctor-Patient interaction.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2023
Excellent visit. Special shout-out for Dr Lau.
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2023
The doctor was so pleasant and showed REALconcern about my issues
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2023
Excellent doctor
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2023
Dr Lau excellent Doctor and take his time to make sure I understands everything
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2023
Dr. Lau was very professional and empathetic. Gave clear explanation of my condition and what the next step(s) would be.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2023
Dr. Lau was very thorough, thoughtful, and easy to communicate with and followed up on the portal in short notice. Excellent in all ways.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2023
Dr. Lau is very respectful of your concerns and questions. He does not make you feel rushed.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2023
I have recommended Dr. Lau to my friends.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2023
Dr Lau is one of a kind doctors.he took his time to listen to my concerns and he gave me a comprehensive explanation about my care plan that I really needed to make my decision to go through my care plan.he is very caring and respectful.in one word I can say he is an outstanding physician.
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2023
Dr Lau was super kind and answered all of my questions! I was anxious and he was patient with me!
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2023
Once u r with Dr. Care was excellent
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2023
Dr.Lau was very thorough explaining my asthma problem.
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2023
Dr. And MA were kind and professional.
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2023
So happy with Dr Lau I am switching to have him as my pulmonary dr.
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2022
Excellent care /attention displayed by Dr. Lau and Staff involved.
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2022
Dr. Lau was a very thorough in his review of my health issues, he had reviewed my record prior to meeting with me, and proceeded with appropriate further testing that has shed further light on possible causes for my condition. I was very happy with meeting him.
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2022
One of Best experiences I have had with a doctor during a visit. See previous comments.
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2022
Dr Lau is excellent. Explanations are very clear. Showed me every detail on the cat scan. Kind, courteous and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend him.
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2022
Dr. Lao was extremely competent professional and a pleasure to deal with. He also was able to recommend Dr. V as an internist which we very much appreciate it
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2022
Dr. Lau is a good listener and takes his time to answer my questions and concerns. He explains the tests he orders and what they are for. He was excellent when I contacted him via MyChart when I recently had Covid. He called me right away to assess my condition and prescribed Paxlovid because of my COPD.
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2022
Dr. Lau made me feel very at ease and and explained everything to me very clearly. I was told I would be contacted once he reviewed my cd and he promptly did! An asset for sure!
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2022
Dr. Lau took a lot of time with me explaining the new prescriptions and how to use them, along with explaining the expected difference between the old ones and the new ones. He also gave me extremely effective directions on how to breathe differently to assist me. He is a very good doctor!
Reviewed on Oct 3, 2022
I am very satisfied with the care I receive from Dr. Lau because I feel more informed of the cause and symptoms of my condition. He is very thorough with his care plan approach (lab tests, home care, future scans etc.) which will help me in the future as well.
Reviewed on Oct 3, 2022
I am happy to have multiple providers at Cleveland. It's just good quality healthcare
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2022
I really like Dr. Lau as my new pulmonaryDr. Very much. I appreciate his vastKnowledge. I just wish he would let me speak a little more when I have something to say.
Reviewed on Sep 15, 2022
Outstanding Doctor
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2022
Dr. Lau was terrificpersonable, thorough, direct, and easy to understand.
Reviewed on Aug 25, 2022
I really enjoyed meeting the doctor, I look forward to getting my results from my breathing test. Along with monitoring my health over the years
Reviewed on Aug 17, 2022
The visit was a great experience. The doctor took his time in really understanding my symptoms and did a thorough assessment of my condition. That hasnt been the case in most of my visits with other doctors in other networks... It was agreat experience
Reviewed on Aug 15, 2022
Caring physician
Reviewed on Aug 15, 2022
Dr lau is very professional and promotes my confidence
Reviewed on Aug 15, 2022
Excellent MD who explained everything to me and my husband.
Reviewed on Aug 5, 2022
Dr. Lau was so professional and listened to my concerns. He actually looked me in the eye while speaking. I asked about his background and he readily shared the info. Felt a connection when he responded.
Reviewed on Aug 3, 2022
Excellent care from Dr Lau. I highly recommend. He explained everything in a patient and careful manner.
Reviewed on Jul 6, 2022
Very informative and I love him as my doctor, but he doesn't treat my condition. But, he's excellent!
Reviewed on Jun 13, 2022
I needed to see a Pulminologist and my doctor was not available for the next 2 to 3 months, and I asked about seeing someone at CC Coral Springs, and Dr. Lau was available for following Monday at I was very pleased to see him.
Reviewed on Jun 13, 2022
I was very impressed with Dr. Lou's patient care.
Reviewed on Jun 9, 2022
Dr Lau did not rush us thru the appointment at all He took time to explain everything to us And was very caring and friendly
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2022
Dr Lau is so patient and knowledgeable in what he does. He takes time to understand the full story and his thoroughness is incredible. Highly recommend him to anyone.
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2022
Dr. Lau spent so much time with me and listened to my concerns in depth. He left no stone unturned and I really appreciate that.
Reviewed on May 12, 2022
Dr Lau was very professional and also very warm, answered all my questions and made me feel at ease .
Reviewed on May 11, 2022
We were very pleased to be able to communicate with this impressive Dr.
Reviewed on May 11, 2022
DR. CHRIS LAU WAS ONE OF THE BEST DOCTORS I EVER VISITED. AND I HAVE VISITED MANY IN MY LIFETIME.
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2022
Dr. Lau was thorough, asked lots of questions, reviewed past records and truly listened to me describe my experience. He was excellent.