Procedure Volume Patient Data Patient Conditions Reviews General Payments Back to Top

Home > MA Providers > Ophthalmologists

Dr. Alice Carlyle Lorch, MD

(Alice Carlyle Lorch, M.D.)

(234 Ratings)

Specializes in: Ophthalmology (Eye Disease)

Harvard Medical School

Professional interests include: eye problems

800 HUNTINGTON AVENUE
Boston, MA 02115

(617) 936-6156

Dr. Alice Carlyle Lorch, MD is an ophthalmologist in Boston, MA specializing in ophthalmology (eye disease). She graduated from Harvard Medical School. Dr. Alice Carlyle Lorch, MD is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital and Massachusetts Eye and Ear.

Office Locations

Address:

800 HUNTINGTON AVENUE
Boston, MA 02115

Some issues Dr. Alice Carlyle Lorch, MD can help you with:

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

In The News

“Dr Alice Lorch, a comprehensive ophthalmologist at Mass Eye and Ear, told Yahoo Life: 'A comprehensive eye exam is necessary to identify any underlying eye pathology that a patient may not be aware...”—"The ultimate guide to the doctors you MUST visit every year", Daily Mail Online, February 2024

“As for why it happens: "Nobody knows exactly why," said Dr. Alice Lorch, an ophthalmologist at Massachusetts Eye and Ear in Boston.”—"Why Is My Eyelid Twitching?", New York Times, December 2021

doctor visit	17

**Age**
From 65 to 74	11
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	46
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	81
eye procedures	1

**Gender**
Male	98
Female	110

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	132
Black	36
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	92
From 75 to 84	44
85 and over	24
Less than 65	48

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	36
Dementia	16
Cancer	14

doctor visit	8
emergency care	36
eye procedures	351

**Gender**
Male	117
Female	165

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	171
Black	51
Hispanic	46
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	147
From 75 to 84	60
85 and over	20
Less than 65	55

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	34
Dementia	10
Cancer	11

emergency care	66
eye procedures	572

**Gender**
Male	148
Female	249

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	213
Black	80
Hispanic	75
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	186
From 75 to 84	100
85 and over	32
Less than 65	79

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	35
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	34
Dementia	12
Cancer	12

emergency care	38
eye procedures	404

**Gender**
Male	124
Female	198

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	182
Black	69
Hispanic	48
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	147
From 75 to 84	90
85 and over	20
Less than 65	65

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	34
Dementia	11
Cancer	9

emergency care	57
eye procedures	444

**Gender**
Male	142
Female	217

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	226
Black	60
Hispanic	48
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	184
From 75 to 84	99
85 and over	27
Less than 65	49

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	29
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

emergency care	41
eye procedures	275

**Gender**
Male	98
Female	152

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	162
Black	42
Hispanic	32
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	124
From 75 to 84	77
85 and over	19
Less than 65	30

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	28
Dementia	8
Cancer	13

doctor visit	126
emergency care	72
eye procedures	518

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2014 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alice Carlyle Lorch, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Alice Carlyle Lorch, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Boston, MA were eye procedures and emergency care.

doctor visit	59
emergency care	51
eye procedures	371

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2014 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alice Carlyle Lorch, MD.

**Gender**
Male	72
Female	109

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	33
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	108
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	24
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	47
85 and over	14
Less than 65	32
65 to 74	89

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alice Carlyle Lorch, MD From 2014 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Alice Carlyle Lorch, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	41
High Cholesterol	29
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	5
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	4
Diabetes	19
Atrial Fibrillation	4
Cancer	7
Dementia	6

Education & Training

Dr. Alice Carlyle Lorch, MD graduated from Harvard Medical School. She is certified by the Ophthalmology, American Board of Ophthalmology and has a state license in Massachusetts.

Medical School: Harvard Medical School

Board Certification: Ophthalmology, American Board of Ophthalmology

Licensed In: Massachusetts

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Alice Carlyle Lorch, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Massachusetts General Hospital

Massachusetts Eye and Ear

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Alice Carlyle Lorch, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.82 out of 5 stars based on 234 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Alice Carlyle Lorch, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Boston, MA.

4.82

Overall Rating

(234 Ratings)

Leave a Review

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Alice Carlyle Lorch, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$2,085 Eylea $2,085
Alcon Laboratories Inc	$31 $31

**Types of Payments**
Consulting Fee	$2,085
Food and Beverage	$31

Biography

Dr. Alice Lorch is a specialist in ophthalmology (eye disease) in Boston, MA. Dr. Lorch's areas of expertise include eye problems. She attended Harvard Medical School and subsequently trained at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary for residency. She speaks Spanish. She is affiliated with Massachusetts Eye and Ear and Massachusetts General Hospital.