Biography


Dr. Donald Lai is a well-respected Cardiologist in the Tri-Valley for more than 25 years. He has held numerous medical staff leadership positions including Medical Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Lab and Anticoagulation Clinic and Chief and Vice-Chief of the Cardiology Department.

Dr. Lai became a physician partly due to his experience growing up. He observed how important his family doctor was to his family and community. Dr. Lai's clinical interests include clinical and interventional cardiology, coronary artery disease, and congestive heart failure.

Professional Summary


Education & Certifications
  • Fellowship: UC Davis Medical Center (1987) CA
  • Residency: Mercy Medical Center (1985) MD
  • Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease (1987)
  • Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine (1985)
  • Medical Education: University of Maryland Baltimore (1982)

Practice Locations


ValleyCare Physicians Associates at 5565 W. Las Positas Blvd, Suite 150 Pleasanton, CA
Pleasanton, CA

5565 W. Las Positas Blvd., Suite 150

Pleasanton , CA 94588

(925) 534-6880

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Heart & Vascular Clinic Pleasanton Pleasanton, CA
Pleasanton, CA

5565 W. Las Positas Blvd., Suite 150

Pleasanton , CA 94588

(925) 534-6880

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Heart & Vascular Clinic Pleasanton Pleasanton, CA
Pleasanton, CA

5565 W. Las Positas Blvd., Suite 150

Pleasanton , CA 94588

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Patient Ratings

(216 Ratings)

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4.9/5

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(151 reviews)

All is well
Excellent. I found Dr. Lai to be an outstanding and engaging cardiology professional. With our reservation I would not hesitate to recommend him. He is an excellent choice for
Dr Lai and staff are great.
Excellent. Always makes sure to ask me how I’m doing and answer my questions
Dr. Lai has been my cardiologist for many years. He is excellent/
Dr. Lai took the time to explain my medication and what we should be doing moving forward
Excellent physician. Listened to me and my concerns. Provided reassurance.
Staff were engaging and helpful Dr. Lai was clear and efficient for my visit
On time and all went well
Very satisfied with his care.
All my Questions were addressed
answered all my questions and changed his recomendation of using a cat scan when told of having onlyy one kidney
Excellent and prompt care.
Dr.Lao is always very professional and kind
Very personable. Spent the time needed to make sure all my questions were answered.
Always well prepared and thorough
Dr. Lai was very pleasant and easy to talk to.
Always competent, professional, and personable
Dr. Lai is patient and knowledgable.
Friendly and could trust
Excellent all the way around!
I had nice journey with the Doctor, who was very cooperative and explained every aspect nicely. Thanks doctor. Staff were very nice and cordial.
Excellent communication and care!
Dr Lai was great with all my questions and concerns, staff was great, clinic is super new and clean.
Dr. Donald Lai is always very thorough, concerned with your well being and professional.
Dr. Lai is very professional and caring. He spends as much time as is needed for the visit.
It is the first time i saw him and i was satisfied with the way he listened to me
I am very pleased
Love himâ ¤ï¸
Dr Lai is an excellent doctor. He listens to me and we discuss any issues that I have. I would recommend him to anyone with heart problems.
very profess
Thanks to Dr. Lai for his help.
The best!
Dr Lai is the best doctor ever!
Location is very convenient, Dr Lai is very professional and helpful with my medical issues.
Dr. Lai is very professional and caring.
Very pleasant to speak on the telephone very interactive conversation between him and myself
Very professional and timely by both staff and Dr. Lai.
professional, knowledgeable, caring
Dr Lai is super!
Great Doctor
Dr Lai and staff outstanding
Excellent knowledge of cardiology & thorough
Dr. Lai is very professional and detailed in explaining issues.
Took time to hear my concerns and did not appeared rushed His explanations about tests and other medical issues were very clear and easy to process . Overall , great medical experience.
Dr. Lai took his time to explain everything to me.
Always pleased with my care at Stanford Valley Care. Dr Lai is always on time and takes his time with my concerns. He’s never in a hurry if I have questions.
Everything was great.
From the minute I walked in to the minute I left, everything was very smooth
Great care from all in Dept. Love Dr Lai.
professional staff at Dr. Lai's office
Dr.Lai is a thorough caring Dr. always well prepared to review my care
They're always excellent.
Dr. Lai has been treating me for almost 30 years. He is very good.
Dr. Lai provided great care taking into account overall health conditions.
little waiting, friendly people, clear communications
He is Excellent .
There always Friendly .
Dr. Lai is very professional and courteous. He genuinely cares about me.
Kind An gentle
great staff
Dr Lai has saved my life. I had a 90% blockage. I thank him so much
Would definitely recommend this provider.
Dr Lai is an excellent doctor with good people skills.
Always helpful and professional
I trust this doctor; he always asks a lot of questions and provides a clear plan.
Great Dr
Love Dr. Lai. He’s very thorough
Dr Lai is wonderful to deal with and always open to discussing whatever issues I have.
Dr. Lai is an excellent doctor.
competent
Been coming to dr. Lai for yrs.
everything went well, expectations met
Everyone was real nice and polite
As always, Dr. Lai & staff were the best anyone could imagine.
Dr. Lao is great!
outstanding doctor
I’ve always found Dr Lai and his staff quite prompt and efficient. They’ve always been friendly and helpful.
He saved my life
Professional and caring
wonderful Dr. Listens, explains, and very personable. We have complete confidence in him.
Helpful and personable, kind, caring
Dr. Lai is always straight forward with me. I appreciate that
He was very professional and did a great job at explaining next steps.
Great appointment
I am quite comfortable working with Dr. Lai.
Proud to recommend patients to Dr. Donald Lai.
Great cardiologist and he cares about his patients!
Very knowledgeable
Precise, clear and professional. He is very good.
Very knowledgeable and Professional, saved my life!!
Very good Doctor
He stays aware of my medical history and provides regular feedback to me. My health has improved over the past year.
Dr. Donald Lai is the personification of a true professional. I have been under his care for almost eight years not and he has always taken the time to clearly explain my situation.
I am very pleased with his service and feel fortunate that he is my cardiologist
I would recommend Dr. Lai in a heartbeat. No pun intended!
Always been great.
Dr. Lai always takes time to address my concerns & answer questions.
Great doctor
Dr.Lai explained my condition, and answered questions. He did not rush me and gave me the time I needed. He apologized for being late to the call. He was very courteous throughout the entire visit. I was pleased with the call.
He takes time to listen to you and discuss
Dr Lai was running a little late which is completely understandable. The video visit was still great though.
I really didn't have any questions but appreciated a hands on exam and vitals check. My care has been fairly standard for the past several years and no new questions or discussions, which means I'm holding my own and very glad about that.
Dr Dewan was attentive and patient with my issues. She took time to listen to my problems and assist with any explanations to questions I had.
very good.
I am very satisfied with the care provided my Dr. Lai. He has helped me deal with my health issues.
it's been over a week and my doctor is yet to call back and provide details to my ultra sound test. very poor and disappointing. no care or follow up.
good
We were having an emmergency at least in our minds. I had started bloating. Dr .Lai worked us intohis schedullle that very same morningl Ver appreciated
Doctor was great provide me with advice and tips for my condition.
All was great.
Doctor Lai has always been an excellent and personable doctor taking care of all my needs.
Dr. Lai is amazing! I felt he really evaluated my comments, gave great feedback and did a thorough evaluation!
good
Dr Lai exhibits the highest level of professionalism ...with an experienced backed confidence that a patient can appreciate
Dr, Donald Lai was very much interested in my well being . He pursued all avenues to insure that I had the proper follow up.
Not informed about my health issues or meds seemed indifferent & vague.
extremely thorough and consise
Love all
Dr. Lai is always was friendly and helpful in my medical issues.
Doctor Lai is a friendly, thorough (my answers are somewhat vague. He always keeps probing until he's satisfied. Not always easy with my indefinite answers)
excellent
Discussed medication options, listened to my concerns & made a plan together.
Dr. is good at remembering what we discussed last visit and updating.
I was pleased with the efficiency of the visit. No wasted time.
Same doctor form wife and myself about 29 years.
Good
I feel very satisfied.
The doctor was very knowledgeable and caring.
Dr. Lai provides excellent guidance
I totally trust doctor Lai
Dr. Lai continues to be the finest health care professional I visit with . He is a true professional as well as human being.
Ive had this doctor for 20 years, he is the same person.
Dr. Lai is a champion amoung physicians..He is overly concerned about my health issues and it shows everytime I visit with him. Since these are cardiac issues, this is extremely important, and he connects with this patient, each and every time. He is a great ambassador for your many physicians and health care providers.
I've been a patient of Dr. Lai since June 2009. He is an excellent doctor.
I have the highest confidence in Dr. Lai and have recommended him to several of my friends.
no problems. visit was for EKg
Dr. Lai and his staff have provided care for a number of years. They are always competent, attentive and timely.
Very good experience.
very cleverly rx'd a change in medication. Dr Lai is very bright
Dr. Lai explained all in words I could understand.
Dr. Donald Lai, M.D., Cardiologist, has been an excellent medical care provider.
Good experience.
All good.
Good experience.
Have already referred Dr Lai to others
Visit was very unhurried. Calm demeanor throughout the visit. All questions answered, explanations clear.
Good experience.
Excellent
Dr. Lai has been a great cardiologist for over 11 years. I have the utmost trust and respect for this man.
dr Lai great cardologist

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