
Alvin Liu, MD
Retina and Vitreous Diseases
Highlights
Languages
- Chinese - Mandarin
- Chinese - Cantonese
- English
In-Network Plans
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MaleJohns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Alvin Liu
Professional Titles
- Founding Director, Wilmer Precision Ophthalmology Center of Excellence
Primary Academic Title
Associate Professor of Ophthalmology
Background
T. Y. Alvin Liu, M.D. is the James P. Gills, Jr. M.D., and Heather Gills Rising Professor of AI and the founding director of the Wilmer Precision Ophthalmology Center of Excellence. He is originally from Hong Kong, and speaks fluent Cantonese and Mandarin. He attended Phillips Exeter Academy in Exeter, New Hampshire, and graduated from Cornell University with a dual major in biology and economics. He received his M.D. from Columbia University in 2012, and completed his residency (2016) and fellowship (surgical and medical retina- 2018) at Johns Hopkins.
He is subspecialty-trained in the medical and surgical treatment of vitreoretinal diseases, including age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, diabetic macular edema, retinal vascular occlusion, retinal detachment, vitreous hemorrhage, epiretinal membrane and macular hole.
Dr. Liu's research interests center on the application of artificial intelligence in the screening, diagnosis, prognostication and treatment of ophthalmic diseases, with a specific focus on vitreoretinal diseases such as age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.
In addition, he is involved in research on the pathogenesis of and treatment for pathologic myopia and the management of severe ocular trauma.
Videos
Recent News Articles and Media Coverage
AI Speeds Diabetic Retinopathy Diagnosis Without Specialist. Medscape August 28, 2018
AI Screening for Diabetic Retinopathy Moves to Retail Clinics. Medscape November 26, 2019
How Artificial Intelligence is Primed to Change Ophthalmology. Ophthalmology Advisor May 14, 2021
Medicine's first autonomous AI could prevent blindness due to diabetes. Stat News December 16, 2021
Innovations in Eye Care: How Technology is Transforming Ophthalmology. HealthTech November 29, 2022
Time to go multicultural. Retina Today March 1, 2023
How deep learning may play a role in predicting retinitis pigmentosa visual impairment. Ophthalmology Times March 14, 2023
AI in retinal diagnostics. Zhaoke Ophthalmology March 22, 2023
Macular Degeneration. Spotlight on Geographic Atrophy. Advances in Treatment. WebMD April 23, 2023
ARVO 2023: T.Y. Alvin Liu, MD discusses predictive AI and its application in ophthalmology. Modern Retina April 25, 2023
ASCRS: Prediction of imminent conversion to neovascular AMD using deep learning and 3D OCT volumes. OptometryTimes May 5, 2023
Adopting and regulating AI in healthcare. BNN Bloomberg May 29, 2023
AI could increase health equity and boost adherence to annual eye examination in patients with diabetes. Modern Retina June 21, 2023
As more Marylanders grow older, a debilitating eye disease is gaining ground. The Baltimore Banner June 26, 2023
Research Interests
application of artificial intelligence in the screening, diagnosis, prognostication and treatment of ophthalmic diseases, implementation of FDA-approved AI tools in the clinical setting
Additional Training
- Bachelor of Arts (dual major in biology and economics); Cornell University
- Phillips Exeter Academy
- Advanced Specialty Training Program, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine / Vitreoretinal (2018)
Locations
- Howard County Medical Pavilion
- 10710 Charter Drive, Suite 310, Columbia, MD 21044
- phone: 410-910-2330
- fax: 410-910-2393
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
- 10753 Falls Road, Pavilion II STE 455, Lutherville, MD 21093
- phone: 410-583-2800
- fax: 410-583-2842
- The Johns Hopkins Hospital
- 1800 Orleans Street, Maumenee Lobby, Baltimore, MD 21287
- phone: 410-955-5080
- fax: 410-955-0869
Expertise
Education
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Residency, Ophthalmology, 2016Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons
Medical Education, MD, 2012Board Certifications
Ophthalmology
American Board of Ophthalmology, 2020Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.6 out of 5
240 ratings, 72 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2025
Skilled, efficient and courteous
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2025
Outstanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2025
Provider was professional thorough and responsive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2025
Polite, knowledgeable, to the point! Did not waste any time, which I appreciated. He was punctual!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/13/2024
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/13/2024
This clinician is exceptional. He explains things clearly, gives immediate feedback as he examines you and answers all questions so that the patient can understand. We even chatted about the holidays and our children quite amiably. He is a treasure.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2024
He's wonderful. Very caring and sensitive when communicating about my health
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2024
Dr. Liu is an excellent doctor and is very interested in me as a patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2024
The doctor does a good job
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2024
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2024
He is caring and he makes me comfortable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2024
Dr liu is spectacular: knowledgeable, patient, and a good communicator,
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2024
Excellent care and support in deterrmining future medical action.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2024
Thorough, responds to questions well, gentle
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2024
Excellent "bedside manner." Very informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2024
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2024
Dr. Liu has been an excellent doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2024
Dr. Liu was very thorough and his examination.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2024
I do not have any complaints
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2024
I am very pleased with the care I received.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2024
Knowlagible
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/4/2024
Professional, respectful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2024
He was s referral
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2024
Gives a thorough explanation of the issues at hand and the treatment proposed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2024
Outstanding physician!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2024
Absolutely top-notch knowledge and efficiency.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2024
My visit with Dr.Liu is for my diagnosis of macular degeneration, He examines, evaluates and treats this condition. I have another provider for general care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2024
Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2024
Thorough and very friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
Very good visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2024
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2024
Good job
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2024
Dr Alvin Liu was very thorough in examing my eyes
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2024
Already suggested the doctor/clinic to a friend he has an appointment coming up soon
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2024
Very respectful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2024
I now feel confident about any Issues I may have with my vision going forward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2024
Consider, effective
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2024
Direct, answers questions and concerns, efficient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2024
Dr is more friendly as time goes on; very knowledgable Would recommend
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2024
Friendly and direct to the point.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2024
What the doctor did an excellent job explaining everything and answering my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2024
Dr. Liu is absolutely fantastic. He is personable, highly competent, and caring. Very happy to have him as my provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2024
I am very happy with my visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2024
He is a excellent Doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2024
Dr Liu is excellent. Jessica Han was also excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2024
Dr Liu is very conscientious, explains what to expect
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2024
Dr liu has a wonderful bed side manner He does not rush you through the exam
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2024
Top professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2024
He is very professional and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2024
None. Good visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2024
Polite, knowledgeable, to the point
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2024
Dr. Liu provides my treatment for macular degeneration. He reviews the scan done prior to the procedure and fully explains the treatment and my response regarding progress and/or regression.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2024
Professional, competent and efficient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2024
Dr Liu is highly skilled, professional, and empathetic
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2024
I have had three Office Vists with Dr. Liu. He is very respectful, professional and I have confidence in his treatment protocol!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2024
Very professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2024
Friendly and easy to talk to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2024
I felt comfortable with his level of expertise
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/26/2024
He is technically efficient but appears to be busy too with his tight patient schedule to have a substantive discussion about my eye issue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2024
Amazing Dr and very understanding
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2024
Doctor was good once in the room. Provided a thorough exam.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2024
Excellent Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/19/2024
My provider was thorough in the exam and clear in explanation and instructions. I look forward to seeing him again in a year.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/12/2024
Very concern
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/12/2024
I think he is very competent. My only slight issue, is that we had virtually no conversation after the procedure. I've will need to come more prepared with questions next time.
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/12/2024
Dr. Liu did not tell me how the Nevis in my eye was, didn't say whether it was uniform and flat, if it had gotten larger . My Regular Doctor did all this.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2024
Very good listener
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2024
Professional and attentive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2024
I have complete confidence in Dr. Liu's ability to monitor and care for my macular degeneration, both dry and wet types.