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Tyler Etheridge, M.D.
Diseases and Surgery of the Retina and Vitreous
- Retina
- Macular Degeneration
Gresham, Northwest Portland +3 more
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Retina Specialist
Brian T. Chan-Kai, M.D.
Retina Specialist, Vitreoretinal Surgery
Board Certified, American Board of Ophthalmology
- Locations: Northwest Portland + 4 more
- Expertise: Retina + 1 more
- Fellowship, Oregon Health and Science University
Recognition
Awards & Honors
Dr. Brian Chan-Kai was named one of Portland’s Top Doctors in 2018 and 2026 by Portland Monthly Magazine.
Where & How Dr. Brian Chan-Kai Can Help
Expertise & Locations
Areas of Expertise
Locations
- Northwest Portland 1955 NW Northrup St, Portland, OR 97209 Call Northwest Portland: (503) 227-2020
- Oregon City 1306 Division St, Oregon City, OR 97045 Call Oregon City: (503) 656-4221
- Peterkort 9555 SW Barnes Rd, Suite 100, Portland, OR 97225 Call Peterkort: (503) 227-2020
- Southeast Portland 10819 SE Stark St, Portland, OR 97216 Call Southeast Portland: (503) 255-2291
- Tigard 15298 SW Royalty Parkway, Tigard, OR 97224 Call Tigard: (503) 227-2020
About Dr. Chan-Kai
Meet Dr. Chan-Kai
Dr. Chan-Kai has strong experience in a wide range of vitreoretinal conditions and carries a particular interest in diabetic retinopathy, macular surgery and macular degeneration.
Dr. Chan-Kai has participated in many research programs as well as has several published papers in medical journals. He has also been invited to present his research at both national and local meetings and seminars. Dr. Chan-Kai is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, The American Medical Association, The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, The American Society of Retinal Specialists, and the Oregon Academy of Ophthalmology.
While Dr. Chan-Kai has enjoyed practicing and teaching at Baylor College of Medicine for the past 2 years, he and his family wanted to return to the Portland area.
Education & Training
Background & Training
Brian T. Chan-Kai, MD graduated from the University of California in 1998 with a B.S. in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics. He subsequently attended medical school at the Medical College of Wisconsin where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha medical student honor society.
After earning his medical degree, Dr. Chan-Kai completed both his Internship in 2004 and his Residency in Ophthalmology in 2007 at Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. After deciding to sub-specialize in Vitreoretinal Diseases and Surgery and Ocular Oncology, he was accepted as a fellow at OHSU Casey Eye Institute for a 2-year Vitreoretinal fellowship program from 2007-2009.
Credentials
Where Dr. Chan-Kai Trained
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Vitreoretinal Diseases and Surgery
Oregon Health and Science University, Casey Eye Institute/ Devers Eye Institute
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Department of Ophthalmology
Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals
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Internship
Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals
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Doctor of Medicine
Medical College of Wisconsin
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Bachelor of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics
University of California
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July 2026
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July 2026
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