
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleLocations
- Mass Eye and Ear Retina Service
- 1 Montvale Avenue, Stoneham, MA 02180
- Get Directions
- phone: 781-662-5520
- fax: 781-662-5519
- Mass Eye and Ear Retina Service
- 243 Charles Street, Floor 12, Boston, MA 02114
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-573-3288
- fax: 617-573-3698
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Vitreoretinal surgery, 2022
- Residency: University of California San Francisco, Ophthalmology, 2020
- Internship: University of California San Francisco, General Surgery, 2017
- Medical Education: University of California San Diego, Medicine, 2016
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology: American Board of Ophthalmology, 2021
Insurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
- Cigna
- Commonwealth Care Alliance
- Community Health Options
- Coventry
- Fallon Health
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Mass General Brigham Health Plan
- MassHealth
- Medicaid CT
- Medicaid ME
- Medicaid NH
- Medicaid RI
- Medicaid VT
- Medicare
- Medicare ACO
- Multiplan
- Railroad Medicare
- Senior Whole Health
- TriCare
- Tufts Health Plan
- Tufts Medicare Preferred
- Tufts Medicare Preferred PPO
- Tufts Public Health Plan
- United Health Care
- Wellpoint
- WellSense
Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
786 ratings, 331 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- Reviewed on 2/5/2026
Appointment , which encompassed several tests, was executed very efficiently. Dr was clear in explaining the results of my examination.
- Reviewed on 2/4/2026
Excellent in every possible respect!
- Reviewed on 2/3/2026
Awesome
- Reviewed on 2/3/2026
I wish all medical facilities were run with the excellence of MassEye
- Reviewed on 2/1/2026
This team is amazing and I am thankful to all of them for the extraordinary care they have provided to me. Massachusetts residents are so fortunate to have Mass Eye and Ear.
- Reviewed on 1/30/2026
Professional, caring, easy to speak with.
- Reviewed on 1/28/2026
In my first meeting with Dr Wu, I felt more at ease. I think she answered my concerns and explained them well.
- Reviewed on 1/27/2026
Dr. Wu is an Excellent Care Provider!!!
- Reviewed on 1/30/2026
She's the best.
- Reviewed on 1/29/2026
She is always professional, knowledgeable and caring
- Reviewed on 1/29/2026
I would highly recommend Dr Wu to anyone who has an eye issue or concern.
- Reviewed on 1/28/2026
Dr Wu is an exceptional doctor and clinician.
- Reviewed on 1/28/2026
This was the fastest appointment that I have been to and this was my 20th appointment. My only disappointment is that I still
- Reviewed on 1/28/2026
I thought she was great. She found my cancer in my right eye and they removed my eye and my cancer and I thought she did a wonderful job. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 1/25/2026
I felt that I was in very knowledgeable hands. All providers explained what they were doing.
- Reviewed on 1/27/2026
Very efficient and courtesy. I was early for appointment and they took me easy.
- Reviewed on 1/23/2026
My appointment involves a lot of scans, ultrasounds, etc. before I see the doctor. The process worked much better this year than in prior years.
- Reviewed on 1/22/2026
Professional Knowledgeable Caring Calm Thorough
- Reviewed on 1/22/2026
I will be seeing her in the future.
- Reviewed on 1/21/2026
They were all terrific. Very professional and caring.
- Reviewed on 1/21/2026
Excellent, efficient, effective visit.
- Reviewed on 1/21/2026
top of the class
- Reviewed on 1/21/2026
A nice experience only wish they had an office closer
- Reviewed on 1/19/2026
Excellent people that helped me.
- Reviewed on 1/18/2026
Great experience, took time to throughly examine my eye and discuss the results.
- Reviewed on 1/15/2026
She is an excellent provider.
- Reviewed on 1/14/2026
Always a good experience. Been seeing this office for 11 years.
- Reviewed on 1/15/2026
Always listens and remembers me. Knows my history
- Reviewed on 1/13/2026
Dr. Frances Wu is a polite, knowledgeable, wonderful doctor.
- Reviewed on 1/12/2026
Dr Wu is courteous and kind, a pleasure to have as my doctor.
- Reviewed on 1/11/2026
It was an excellent experience overall.
- Reviewed on 1/11/2026
Excellent, grateful to have the resource
- Reviewed on 1/11/2026
Very thorough. I was just a little concerned about my watery eyes
- Reviewed on 1/10/2026
Staff is always pleasant and helpful. Dr. Wu always listens and is a great provider
- Reviewed on 1/10/2026
[redacted] Dr Wu saw me timely. Discussed my condition so I was able to understand, answered all my questions and performed a thorough exam. Dr Wu is great!
- Reviewed on 1/10/2026
Dr. Wu explained when I should call for immediate appointment
- Reviewed on 1/7/2026
Knowledeable and friendly.
- Reviewed on 1/7/2026
Dr Wu is always ready to talk with her patients .
- Reviewed on 12/28/2025
Dr. Wu was very thorough and provided great feedback to my concerns.
- Reviewed on 12/25/2025
Wonderful
- Reviewed on 12/25/2025
Everyone is always professional whenever I have an appointment at Mass Eye and Ear.
- Reviewed on 12/25/2025
Professional attention
- Reviewed on 12/24/2025
I appreciate her skill and competence. She is not as practiced in interpersonal skills. Maintaining eye contact and communicating empathy are not strong attributes.
- Reviewed on 12/24/2025
Dr Wu was very patient and answered my questions.
- Reviewed on 12/24/2025
We are very fortunate to have Mass Eye and Ear. My yearly appointments have always been done in a very professional manner, treated with respect, and had all my questions answered to put my mind at ease.
- Reviewed on 12/25/2025
Very caring
- Reviewed on 12/24/2025
[redacted] The doctor was abrupt and had a negative attitude. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 12/22/2025
This provider is very good.
- Reviewed on 12/22/2025
Dr. Wu was wonderful. I would highly recommend her to anyone who was looking for this type of a surgeon. She was wonderful and I look forward to continuing to work with her.
- Reviewed on 12/21/2025
Dr. Wu is brilliant and caring [redacted]
- Reviewed on 12/17/2025
Dr Wu was fine
- Reviewed on 12/17/2025
Dr Wu was very professional and answered all my questions.
- Reviewed on 12/16/2025
I had a very positive experience with all staff members.After the care, I had along walk home in very cold and windy conditions. Since the visit, I have had redness in both eyes and tearing. What treatment or Eye solution is recommended to treat my issues?
- Reviewed on 12/16/2025
Very clear with explanation of diagnosis
- Reviewed on 12/16/2025
All good
- Reviewed on 12/16/2025
Makes me feel comfortable talking with her. Doesn't talk above me and answers all my questions
- Reviewed on 12/17/2025
Dr. Wu is polite, knowledgeable and takes time to examine, explain and answer all questions.
- Reviewed on 12/16/2025
It was a wonderful experience.
- Reviewed on 12/16/2025
All the providers I saw, even the ones who were being educated, were very friendly and very knowledgeable.
- Reviewed on 12/14/2025
Caring and thorough.
- Reviewed on 12/14/2025
They are busy and moved with efficiency and professionalism. I didn't feel particularly rushed.
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr. Wu was very good, very thorough, and I felt very comfortable when I left the office.
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
Good
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
Everyone I interacted with was kind, patient and informed me every step of the way what they were going to do.
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
No complaints. She's very professional and nice
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr Wu is wonderful, she's always calm, kind, and respectful.
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr Wu was detailed and thorough and gave me great confidence in my care. The office was extremely busy and she took the time to make sure she checked everything. She is amazing and I am sure she has so much pressure but she didn't show it.
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
Yes, I think it is top-notch. All the staff was excellent, very polite, very professional, and always had me in good thinking. They explained everything and was very well received. Thank you for everything that you're doing for me.
- Reviewed on 12/9/2025
D r. Wu is FANTASTIC!!! [redacted]
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr Wu is an excellent doctor who pays attention to all of my concerns.
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr. Wu always remembers what we talked about on earlier visits and follows up.
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
Very caring and focused, good communication and listening to me.
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr. Wu and her resident, Dr. [redacted], were excellent. Very thorough, very courteous, very knowledgeable. I felt that I was receiving the best possible care available.
- Reviewed on 12/7/2025
Dr Wu is an excellent provider.
- Reviewed on 12/7/2025
Couldn't ask for better
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
Absolutely delighted. The nicest, most thorough doctor ever. Very, very cooperative.
- Reviewed on 12/7/2025
Dr Wu is a great doctor who saved my vision. She is very personable and kind. I enjoy our visits.
- Reviewed on 11/30/2025
Mass Eye and Ear is the most professionally managed and operated medical facility I have ever experienced.
- Reviewed on 11/30/2025
The only challenging part was faxing in my referral. Felt very 1980s. But everything else was awesome. Great team across the entire office and facility. So helpful and took care to work with my anxieties and nerves and frankly reactions (eye ultrasounds are weird!). Very helpful and took care of me in the exact way I hoped they would.
- Reviewed on 12/5/2025
Overall it's the best provider I've ever had.
- Reviewed on 11/30/2025
She is good and knowledgeable. I'd like more explanation, but I should ask more. I'll do this next visit. She is excellent and sought after.
- Reviewed on 11/29/2025
Greatful for the team here.
- Reviewed on 11/28/2025
She's just a wonderful person. She does a wonderful job. That's about all I can say. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 11/27/2025
Dr. Wu is amazing. Her surgical skills, knowledge are so appreciated.
- Reviewed on 11/27/2025
I have been going to Mass Eye and Ear for a number of years and am always completely satisfied with the level of care I recieve.
- Reviewed on 11/27/2025
Always trust the decisions made for my eye care
- Reviewed on 11/27/2025
Doctor stayed and answered all my questions
- Reviewed on 11/27/2025
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- Reviewed on 11/26/2025
I think she's the best provider on the face of the earth. We adore her. Dr. Wu has given my son back his chance at seeing. It's priceless. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 11/26/2025
Great experience
- Reviewed on 11/24/2025
I had a great experience, [redacted]
- Reviewed on 11/23/2025
They are very thorough and moved me quickly through all the tests and back to Dr. Wu.
- Reviewed on 11/22/2025
Thank you for your thoroughness and concern
- Reviewed on 11/22/2025
My experience with Dr.Wu is always a good one. She listens, explains (however, I myself don't understand a lot about how macular degeneration truly works) Perhaps I don't ask enough questions.
- Reviewed on 11/21/2025
Mass Eye and Ear is a well oiled machine With great Providers and staff who clearly know their jobs and perform them well
- Reviewed on 11/20/2025
Dr [redacted] and Dr Wu were responsive to my questions and concerns, and explained their findings so that I understood everything. I did not feel rushed, and felt they both provided thorough examinations and reviews of the test results. I am completely satisfied with the care they provided.
- Reviewed on 11/20/2025
This is my 2nd consult with Dr Wu , she took the time to explain my condition and thoroughly showed my progress. I was very impressed and much more at ease with my treatment. Thank you very much.
- Reviewed on 11/19/2025
I had questions about a closer facility but there is not
- Reviewed on 11/19/2025
Any experience I've had with everybody on this staff at Mass Pioneer have been incredibly professional, courteous, and knowledgeable, and I know that I am getting the absolute best care possible.
- Reviewed on 11/17/2025
Always a professional and comfortable experience from the technicians, to the Fellow, to Dr. Wu. I can't imagine how it all could have been any better or satisfying.
- Reviewed on 11/17/2025
I can't say enough about the organization. They have and continue to take care of my needs and situation
- Reviewed on 11/16/2025
Great care
- Reviewed on 11/16/2025
Dr Wu is outstanding in every way
- Reviewed on 11/13/2025
Very kind and asked me if I had any questions and answered them respectfully.
- Reviewed on 11/13/2025
First st class experience. Listens to my concerns and provided clear responses
- Reviewed on 11/13/2025
A very efficient process from eye tests to scan to doctor in a short time and within nearby offices. Great experience.
- Reviewed on 11/13/2025
Dr.Wu is excellent.
- Reviewed on 11/12/2025
My total experience on the day of my visit was wonderful. Everyone I interacted with was polite, professional, knowledgeable and very efficient. I was not delayed between all the tests I took and was very happy with every aspect of my appointment.
- Reviewed on 11/19/2025
No meds to review which is why I answered no. Exceptional.
- Reviewed on 11/9/2025
All of the people who gave me tests, including the doctor who gave me information, were very good and very nice about giving it to me. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 11/9/2025
Very helpful, put me at ease, gave me great information
- Reviewed on 11/8/2025
Dr. Wu was very pleasant, very knowledgeable, and addressed my concerns and questions and explained in an easy to understand manner.
- Reviewed on 11/7/2025
Satisfyed
- Reviewed on 11/6/2025
All good. Dr Wu is the best!
- Reviewed on 11/5/2025
The whole Retina function is so well organized, with understanding and helpful support for the patient at every step of the way. Given the potentially worrisome medical condition the patient is facing, the system and the expertise of the Retina Department is very reassuring.
- Reviewed on 11/10/2025
I believed I was getting the absolute best care that anyone could ever expect. I have nothing but positive feedback to give you.
- Reviewed on 11/7/2025
Dr. Wu is amazing and the staff has also been very supportive and very helpful. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 11/2/2025
Everything and everyone was great.
- Reviewed on 11/2/2025
Having follow up visits due to ocular Melanoma I can not express more the I would not be alive today.
- Reviewed on 11/1/2025
She was caring, professional, knew what she was doing, and took the right course of action, in my opinion.
- Reviewed on 10/29/2025
I was very pleased with my visit with Dr. Wu, very professional and very knowledgeable, and I was relieved with my diagnosis, and I'm glad I went for my visit. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 10/30/2025
Just excellent
- Reviewed on 10/30/2025
She is very thorough and caring and answered all my questions
- Reviewed on 10/30/2025
Excellent provider
- Reviewed on 10/28/2025
Top of the line service. THANK YOU.
- Reviewed on 10/26/2025
Dr Wu is wonderful! She listens well and is so knowledgeable about my health challenges. I feel fortunate to be her patient.
- Reviewed on 10/24/2025
Dr Wu was very knowledgeable about my history and was concerned about a new problem that she saw and advised me to see her again in 3 months.
- Reviewed on 10/29/2025
Frances Wu is a brilliant eye doctor and I feel comfortable and confident in her care.
- Reviewed on 10/23/2025
Dr, Wu had not looked at my history at all. She suggested a reason for the pain I was having without asking me to describe it or where it was in my eye. She assumed that my cornea had an abrasion, which was clearly not even the type of pain I had. Having experienced an abrasion with another doctor, I knew what that pain was, and told her so. She continued to check for the abrasion, not looking into any other possible causes for the pain. She rushed me out. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 10/22/2025
Good visit
- Reviewed on 10/20/2025
I am very appreciative of Dr Francis Wu and the care and courtesy shown by noted doctor Thank You
- Reviewed on 10/18/2025
I was treated with kindness and respect during my visit. Dr. Wu and all staff were attentive and positive in treating me.
- Reviewed on 10/15/2025
Tops. Reassuring and open to questions.
- Reviewed on 10/15/2025
Dr Wu was very nice, she was looking out for giving me the best care possible and making sure all test were taken to make a Dx.
- Reviewed on 10/15/2025
There was a mix-up on my appointment date. It turned out it had been changed to a week later than we were actually there. We came from 10 hours away, and the entire staff accommodated us, which I thought was great.
- Reviewed on 10/15/2025
[redacted] On my first visit w Dr. Wu she noticed a Herpes infection in my R eye [redacted]. I was immediately seen by Dr [redacted] & then Dr, [redacted] whom I've seen every 6 months since. Her alertness probably saved my eye.
- Reviewed on 10/14/2025
She is delightful and respectful. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 10/15/2025
very knowledgeable
- Reviewed on 10/16/2025
She offered more information than I have received in the past. We looked at my photos together and she described what she saw
- Reviewed on 10/15/2025
It was a great experience.
- Reviewed on 10/14/2025
Good
- Reviewed on 10/12/2025
Dr Wu was excellent!
- Reviewed on 10/12/2025
She was very knowledgeable and explained things very clearly
- Reviewed on 10/11/2025
My visit was handled in a timely and efficient manner.
- Reviewed on 10/10/2025
Dr. Wu was excellent. She explained everything and she was very caring, especially my mom being an older person. She was great.
- Reviewed on 10/9/2025
[redacted] Dr. Wu is fine.
- Reviewed on 10/8/2025
Dr Wu was professional, insightful, and respectful and put my mind at ease. Mr melanoma remains recessed 22 years after my initial diagnosis thanks to the excellent care in the retina department.
- Reviewed on 10/8/2025
Dr. Wu seemed impatient and annoyed with me and this came across physically as she performed the funduscopy eye exam.
- Reviewed on 10/8/2025
Over all It was an excellent experience
- Reviewed on 10/4/2025
Dr Wu made me feel confident in her ability
- Reviewed on 10/2/2025
Quick response to portal message for questions I forgot to ask during visit.
- Reviewed on 10/1/2025
Dr. Frances Wu was very professional, very personable, and she explained things in a manner that anyone could easily understand. She took her time to ask if I had any questions, and she was very, very thorough in everything she did. I would highly recommend her as a doctor.
- Reviewed on 10/1/2025
Dr. Wu in my opinion knows what she is doing, she's competent, kind and caring. Explains things in a way that I could understand what was happening
- Reviewed on 9/30/2025
Very well organized
- Reviewed on 9/30/2025
all were very professional
- Reviewed on 10/2/2025
Dr Wu is by far the best Dr for my eye surgery and maintenance, she's very thorough with the treatments and follow ups.. she is very caring and compassionate with her patients.. I'm so happy to have her as my eye surgeon
- Reviewed on 9/30/2025
great
- Reviewed on 9/28/2025
So much faster than with Dr [redacted]. Much appreciated!
- Reviewed on 9/28/2025
Dr Wu was great. Listened to me and answered all my questions. Great experience. I was nervous about who I would see after Dr [redacted] retired but believe I hit the jackpot pot! My two visits with Dr Wu have made me very comfortable that I am in good hands!
- Reviewed on 9/28/2025
Excellent specialty care
- Reviewed on 9/27/2025
People fly from all over the world to go there. We are lucky to live so close.
- Reviewed on 9/29/2025
Wonderful doctor. I would recommend you to anybody. I hope in the future, if I have any more problems, I could at least get to be here again.
- Reviewed on 9/28/2025
All excellent
- Reviewed on 9/28/2025
I felt that the team was able to make decisions based on the results of the exam
- Reviewed on 9/27/2025
Dr Wu is very capable and I feel comfortable as her patient. She is a good listener and I think she has very excellent skills.
- Reviewed on 9/27/2025
My provider was fluent with my case and explained my condition well. She listened and offered solutions to my concerns. Even though I was probably the last patient of the day I didn't feel rushed or hurried.
- Reviewed on 9/26/2025
It was an informative visit and I am very thankful for the opportunity to seen by Dr. Wu
- Reviewed on 9/24/2025
The only complaint i have is the terribly long initial visit wait.
- Reviewed on 9/22/2025
Dr. Frances Wu is the best.
- Reviewed on 9/17/2025
Very good and appreciated your professionalism. All went well.
- Reviewed on 9/17/2025
Wow, she was good. Knew what she was doing. That's all I got to say.
- Reviewed on 9/14/2025
I felt very safe
- Reviewed on 9/14/2025
Excellent doctor. Explained things well.
- Reviewed on 9/14/2025
It was fabulous, fantastic experience. Thank you
- Reviewed on 9/14/2025
Dr. Wu is engaging and readily gives helpful advice. It is a welcome change.
- Reviewed on 9/13/2025
Great!
- Reviewed on 9/10/2025
Dr Wu is an excellent surgeon and very good with us in visits. She and her team gave me my vision back when I feared it would be a bad outcome. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 9/10/2025
My first time seeing Dr. Wu. Was very pleased with her & my visit.
- Reviewed on 9/10/2025
Professionally thorough medical advice by very caring MD
- Reviewed on 9/10/2025
Dr Wu is extremely thorough. She knows so much.? sh is friendly and down to earth.
- Reviewed on 9/12/2025
Dr. Francis Wu is really knowledgeable, answered all my questions, very professional.
- Reviewed on 9/7/2025
I should have prepared more complete list of concerns and questions for the doctor
- Reviewed on 9/7/2025
Excellent physician
- Reviewed on 9/4/2025
I felt they were very competent and professional.
- Reviewed on 9/3/2025
Dr. Wu had the qualities I most look for in a physician, which are both excellent clinical and interpersonal skills.
- Reviewed on 9/5/2025
Frances Wu and [redacted] are great !
- Reviewed on 9/4/2025
Overall excellent
- Reviewed on 9/4/2025
I have sever vision problems, the nurses explained it better than the Dr did
- Reviewed on 9/3/2025
Excellent service.
- Reviewed on 9/5/2025
Explained my minor changes well.
- Reviewed on 9/3/2025
my examination was thorough a plan is developed for treatment by my primary care
- Reviewed on 9/3/2025
I have been going to the Retina Offices for almost 40 years and they get more efficient every year. I was out of there in less than two hours.
- Reviewed on 8/30/2025
Very thorough in her knowledge of what i needed for treatment moving forward.
- Reviewed on 8/30/2025
My experience there was very, very good. They have quite an operation there. Everybody did their job and everybody was on time. I would recommend that Mass General Ioneer to anybody that I could find that needed help. I would recommend that they try and get an appointment. That's the hardest part, getting your first appointment. After that, everything is so smooth. And if you need anything, any more recommendations from me, I could always, you could always count on me and call me whenever you want.
- Reviewed on 8/28/2025
Dr. Wu was very present and focused on my lesion on my left eye. She was very through as she checked my eye and compared my photos and ultra sound from my last vision. She explained to me that the spot that my optometrist recently was not elevated nor anything to be concerned about.
- Reviewed on 8/27/2025
Dr Wu seems to be a caring and very knowledgeable Optomologist.
- Reviewed on 8/27/2025
I am so grateful to have access to the kind of healthcare I need but cannot get in my home state. Thank goodness for Dr Wu and Mass Eye & Ear
- Reviewed on 8/27/2025
Explained and went over any yesti
- Reviewed on 8/24/2025
Dr Wu was pleasant professional as well as her assistants.
- Reviewed on 8/21/2025
The doctor wasfriendly, knowledgeable, and thorough.