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Dr. Daniel Lai, MD

Dr. Daniel Lai, MD

Neurology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Daniel Lai, MD is a neurologist in Melbourne, FL and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE in 2008. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cape Canaveral Hospital and Rockledge Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

2.2 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 2.2 Star Rating (20 reviews)

SMG Cardiology, Gastroenterology and Neurology

240 N Wickham Rd Ste 309 Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 752-1630

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Lai is affiliated with Cape Canaveral Hospital Cocoa Beach, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lai specializes in the area of Neurology. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. • See hospitals
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Dr. Lai's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lai

2.2
20 ratings, 15 with a written review
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reminds me of old time doctor.
Pleasant, understanding and listened.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Darlene – Feb 12, 2025
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This doctor is very negative and insecure.
Very negative—unwilling to be objective or optimistic about any recovery. When asked about the possibility of a successful recovery (even partial recovery), he actually said “There is no way to recover from a TBI that happened so long ago.”For a long time, I have been recovering (& continue to recover) with the multitude of things needed to live a healthy and thriving life.When asked if he has treated TBIs, he laughed and said he was going to go get someone to be a witness to our appointment (because he felt threatened?!?). When the witness entered the room, he said “Just to reiterate…”, and I responded by saying “If you would have used these same words & said them them to me in this same way, there would be no need for this witness.”
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 06, 2024
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Very knowledgeable and thorough
After he did his exam he took the time to explain things and then let me ask plenty of questions. My daughter is special needs so that is very important to me.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 23, 2024
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Horrible experience!
Horrible to my daughter. She’s 29, called ahead about being allowed to bring her service dog and she was told yes. He told her after she arrived she couldn’t have the dog there. Also Told her he didn’t believe she had head trauma. This was after seeing her for less than 5 minutes. Other physicians should not be referring this Dr.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Oct 10, 2023
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THE VERY BEST!!!
Very impressed, 100% satisfied with the care Dr. Lai gave! Took my mother for an initial visit today, his Nurse Bridget brought us back, explained everything, took her time, super sweet and caring personality, really liked her! Dr. Lai spent a full hour with us, my mother has a lot of medical issues and her health is declining quickly. He fully examined her, went over our next steps, ordered labs, MRI's, he really wasted no time. I was so impressed and happy that I felt emotional when we left, never have we received such well rounded care. Highly recommend Dr. Lai and his Nurse, they are both wonderful, knowledgable, clean, organized and caring people! We fell into the best office in the best hands, so thankful!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jen Stevens – May 26, 2022
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Rude
We saw Dr.Lai in the hospital when my daughter was admitted for IIH, which she was later determined to have. He was rude, talked down to us, yelled at good nurses, yelled at us and dismissed our concerns without testing! If you encounter this man, do not trust him, he is not a good doctor! Not a doctor at all!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 others found this helpful
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Ann – Apr 07, 2022
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RUDE!!!! HURTFUL!!!!!
THE WORST DOCTOR APT EVER!!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Mar 16, 2022
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Wish I could give zero stars! My visit was horrible; he came in and told me he didn't believe I had MS (I was diagnosed and have been treated for 11 years now). He had be crying uncontrollably. I felt like he was attacking me and calling me a liar and my diagnosing doctor a liar. He takes new patients, I don't know why; my appointment was July 2 and I can't get a follow up until November!!! He obviously needs no new patients; I do not feel safe with him. I DO NOT recommend him!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
10 others found this helpful
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Toni – Jul 05, 2021
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he is very nice i liked him
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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mike p – Feb 13, 2021
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Horrible service, overall. Dr. Lai has a terrible disposition. He is rude and has a narcissistic attitude. Does not listen and makes strong diagnosis in his three minute interaction with you
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 others found this helpful
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Jun 11, 2020
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He has the Worst bedside manner I've ever seen, he is very insensitive, and does not care about his patients. He is very demeaning and condescending when speaking to you. He actually made my Mother cry and when I questioned him about what he said to and about to her. His remark was oh well that’s how it is. We will never be returning to him. I recommend everyone to stay far away if you don’t want to be treated like you are insignificant. He needs to be working in a Morgue where no one can hear his remarks or see his facial expressions. What a terrible way of interacting with his Patients!! Karma Buddy, Karma
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
16 others found this helpful
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Apr 16, 2020
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I went to see dr Lai today after being rescheduled and his nurse said she would check into that. Well when dr lai came in the room he proceeded to call my husband and myself a liar and made sure to make my husband state that he was wrong with a cocky smile and his head cocked to the side. He’s got horrible bedside manner, is insensitive, and does not care about his patients he only cares about the paycheck. If I could give 0 stars I would as I will never be returning to him. And I recommend others stay far away if you don’t want to be treated like dirt.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
11 others found this helpful
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Horrible dr – Mar 11, 2020
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Dr. Lai misdiagnosed my 85 year old father with Lewy Body dementia without reviewing my dad's medical history/tests from his previous long term neurologist. My dad does not have LBD. This doctor apparently can diagnose a patient without reviewing records or running tests .
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 others found this helpful
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Oct 23, 2019
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Dr. Lai has a cold demeanor and should not see patients. I accompanied my mother to the consultation and follow up. He didn't take time to listen to the problem before starting his exam. An MRI was ordered, PT, and a prescription for one of only 3 medicines he's willing to prescribe. We were grateful his staff called to say the cause of pain appeared to be coming from her back. At follow up, the MRI wasn't discussed, a print out was not provided, and the reason for the pain wasn't explained.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
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Mar 28, 2019
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Dr. Lai is a very knowledgeable and caring person.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Michele Fishkin in West Melbourne – Oct 24, 2017
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Dr. Daniel Lai, MD is a neurologist in Melbourne, FL and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE in 2008. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cape...read more

  • Neurology

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  • Ohio State University / College Of Veterinary Medicine

    Medical School, 2008
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Neurology
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Locations

SMG Cardiology, Gastroenterology and Neurology

SMG Cardiology, Gastroenterology and Neurology240 N Wickham Rd Ste 309 Melbourne, FL 32935
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Cape Canaveral Hospital

    701 W Cocoa Beach Cswy
    Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Palm Bay Hospital

    1425 Malabar Rd NE
    Palm Bay, FL 32907
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Holmes Regional Medical Center

    1350 Hickory St
    Melbourne, FL 32901
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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