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Ta Chen Peter Chang

Ta Chen Peter Chang, MD

4.9273 ratings, 40 reviews

Pediatric GlaucomaGlaucomaPediatric Ophthalmology

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Newborns (0-28 days)
  • Infants and Toddlers (ages 0-2)
  • Children (ages 3-11)
  • Adolescents (ages 12-18)
  • Adults

Languages

  • English
  • Chinese - Mandarin

About Ta Chen Peter Chang

Roles

Professor of Ophthalmology
Secondary Appointment in the Department of Pediatrics
Secondary Appointment in Human Genetics
Medical Director, Samuel and Ethel Balkan International Pediatric Glaucoma Center

Areas of Expertise

Pediatric Glaucoma, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Pediatric Cataracts, Glaucoma, Pediatric Amblyopia, Emergency Ophthalmology

Clinical Centers & Programs

Bascom Palmer Eye Institute: Balkan International Pediatric Glaucoma Center

Research Interests

Pediatric cataract and pediatric glaucoma surgical techniques and outcomes
Genetics of congenital anterior segment anomalies
Examination of big data sets for trends and outcomes in rare diseases

Publications

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/myncbi/ta.chang.1/bibliography/public/

Honors and Awards

Castle Connolly Top Ophthalmologist Doctors 2023 
American Ophthalmological Society Member
American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
2023 Gunter von Noorden Young Investigator Award, September 10, 2022
Research Prevent Blindness/American Academy of Ophthalmology
2021 Award for IRIS Registry Research Recipient, July 2021
Award for Best Paper: 2019 Asia-Pacific Association for Corneal and Refractive Surgery Annual Meeting “Clinical Course and Visual Outcome of Optical Iridectomy in Children with Corneal Opacities” Kyoto, Japan, October 2019
Honorable Mention: 2018 Glaucoma Today Film Festival “An Unusual Case” November/December 2018
Award for Best Poster with Highest Grades: 2018 American Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting “Do Unto Others: Behavior Economics in Glaucoma Surgical Decision Making” Chicago, IL, United States of America, October 2018
American Journal of Ophthalmology: 2018 Outstanding Reviewer Award, June 2018
American Academy of Ophthalmology Achievement Award, Fall, 2018

Biography

Ta Chen Peter Chang is a tenured professor of ophthalmology, pediatrics, and human genetics at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, in Miami, Florida. He holds the Kolokotrones Endowed Chair in Ophthalmology. He is the director of the Samuel & Ethel Balkan International Pediatric Glaucoma Center at Bascom Palmer, one of the world's first and largest multidisciplinary pediatric glaucoma centers.

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    Expertise

    Education

    • Fellowship: Vanderbilt Eye Institute, Pediatric Ophthalmology & Adult Strabismus, 2012
    • Fellowship: Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Glaucoma, 2010
    • Residency: Stanford University School of Medicine/Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology, 2009
    • Internship: Mercy Medical Center, University of Maryland, Internal Medicine, 2006
    • Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 2005

    Board Certifications

    • Ophthalmology: American Board of Ophthalmology

    Insurance

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    • Aetna Affiliates/Signature Adm. (ASA)
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    • BCBS Blue Options-Network Blue-PPO
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    • BCBS Miami Dade Blue-PPO
    • BCBS of FL - except "SELECT" Plans
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    • BCBS Traditional-PHS-PPO
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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.9 out of 5

    273 ratings, 40 reviews

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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/15/2026

      Thanks for the care you had provided to my daughter all this years!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/10/2026

      Dr. Chang takes the time to examine me and provide recommendations

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/9/2026

      Best Dr's and care

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/2/2025

      Excellent service

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/5/2025

      excellent experience and care.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/29/2025

      I am with Dr Chen for almost 9 years. Awesome Professional!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/27/2025

      Excellent care and very professional.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/10/2025

      congratulations clinic I recommend to my friends

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/8/2025

      The agent i spoke was professional and guided me well

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/1/2025

      Amazing service

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/15/2025

      My experience was very good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/20/2025

      All good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/20/2025

      Me atendieron muy bien

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/19/2025

      Don’t have any inputs to give out

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/5/2025

      Dr. Chang MD., is a very attentive, caring, kind, excellent physician who goes the extra mile with his patients. I'm fortunate to have him as my Glaucoma eye doctor! HE IS THE BEST OF THE BEST!!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/26/2025

      Dr. Chang is always attentive and compassionate with clear explanations.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/27/2025

      I would recommend Dr. Chang any minute, he is a good doctor and a nice person.

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/23/2024

      Good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/20/2024

      Please keep up the excellent work for all you patients.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/16/2024

      Dr. Chang is amazing. He couldn't be more caring! He is an excellent, extremely intelligent, physician and we consider it a privilege to be his patient.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/13/2024

      Very good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/4/2024

      I been seeing Doctor chang for over 10 years and he always takes time to explain everything

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/31/2024

      Dr. Chang was very good with very professional and able to clarify all my questions

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/12/2024

      Dr. Chang is very professional and care about his patients.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/18/2024

      Dialogue is clear and explanations given when requested

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/11/2024

      Took the time to explain the diagnosis. Was very understanding and clear

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/7/2024

      Dr. Chang is excellent, takes time to examine patient, to explainresults and provides valuable recommendations.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/28/2024

      Good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/10/2024

      Never anything bad to say here. Not in 10 years

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/27/2024

      Dr. Chang is the best. Polite, patient , thorough, knowledgeable, professional and caring. His direct team reflects his leadership. The respect they have for him is evident.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/22/2024

      No issues. It was simple and convenient. We love Dr. Chang! He answered ask my questions.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/12/2024

      Happy

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/26/2024

      Very well

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/3/2024

      Dr Chang is excellent takes time to examine and provide detailed feedback and options for treatment

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/27/2024

      Dr. Chang is a wonderful, patient, and personable doctor and everyone who is part of his medical team is superb. He raises the bar of excellence in medical care.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/20/2024

      A decade of excellent care - greatly appreciated

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/18/2024

      Doctor Chang has cared for my son for years and I am very grateful for everything he did and does for him

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/17/2024

      Dr Chang is the best opthalmologist we have seen

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/8/2024

      Dr. Chang is an excellent doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/3/2024

      EXCELLENT- 5 Stars!