Tais Couto Bernardes P Estrela, MD, PhD
OphthalmologyNeuro-OphthalmologyStrabismus
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- Spanish
- Portuguese
- English
Gender
FemaleAbout Tais Couto Bernardes P Estrela
Dr. Tais Estrela is a clinician scientist and member of the Neuro-Ophthalmology Service at Mass Eye and Ear who treats patients with neuro-ophthalmic disorders and strabismus.
Locations
- Mass Eye and Ear Neuro Ophthalmology Service
- 243 Charles Street, Floor 9, Boston, MA 02114
- Get Directions
- Phone: 617-573-3412
- Fax: 617-573-3851
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Boston Chidlren's Hospital, Pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus, 2024
- Fellowship: Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Neuro-Ophthalmology, 2023
- Fellowship: Duke University, Glaucoma Research Fellowship, 2022
- Residency: Hospital Universitario Pedro Ernesto, Ophthalmology, 2015
- Fellowship: Centro Hospitalar Lisboa, Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, 2015
- Internship: Hospital Universitario Pedro Ernesto, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Pediatric, 2011
- Medical Education: Universidade Do Estado Do Rio De Janeiro, 2011
Insurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- 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
- Medicare
- Multiplan
- Senior Whole Health
- TriCare
- Tufts Health Plan
- Tufts Medicare Preferred
- Tufts Public Health Plan
- United Health Care
- Wellpoint
- WellSense
Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
215 ratings, 55 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 7/8/2026
Doctor was extremely knowledgeable and spoke to me in terms i could understand. She instilled confidence in me.
- Reviewed on 7/4/2026
Doctor I saw for over 15 years retired. This is my first visit with this doctor. She was very nice and I will see her next year.
- Reviewed on 7/1/2026
Awesome hospital! [redacted]
- Reviewed on 7/3/2026
First appointments everything was fine
- Reviewed on 6/27/2026
She was thorough in her exam and explained the next steps.
- Reviewed on 6/24/2026
The physician was amazing!
- Reviewed on 6/23/2026
Dr. Estrela was very nice. She explained everything so I could understand. I was very satisfied with my visit with her.
- Reviewed on 6/21/2026
Excellent, thoughtful and caring provider.
- Reviewed on 6/26/2026
Honestly it was quick for a dr visit. Everyone was helpful from the first person at the revolving door as I entered the hospital, to the person at reception, to both doctors. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 6/13/2026
Dr. Estrela was wonderful! She knew exactly what to do and how to do it. Extremely caring and professional.
- Reviewed on 5/30/2026
I have had an issue with my eyes since birth and my provider outside of Mass Eye and Ear continued to tell me I was fine. This provider here listened carefully and was able to diagnose me with an issue within minutes of seeing me and gave me options to correct it.
- Reviewed on 5/25/2026
[redacted] I very much appreciate my time with Dr. Estrela and found it very clarifying and helpful. I would certainly recommend her to a friend and if needed, would look forward to seeing her again.
- Reviewed on 5/26/2026
She was very informative which encouraged me to ask more questions.
- Reviewed on 5/26/2026
I appreciate that the nurses and doctors take the time to listen to my concerns. Feeling heard and cared for during appointments means a lot and helps create a positive experience. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 5/23/2026
Awesome
- Reviewed on 5/17/2026
I can't believe how incredibly blessed I am to have such amazing doctors who are so caring, smart, humble, competent, kind, patient, hard-working, dedicated, and self sacrificing. We are beyond blessed to have these incredible minds, and people filled with deep and broad intelligence able to execute astonishing technical feats to save people's vision. I appreciate everyone from The initial contact at the emergency room to the people who tried to make sure I got an appointment when I needed one, especially [redacted], and to both of the doctors I saw today I am deeply grateful for your incredible training and dedication and feel like I'm in great hands. [redacted] I felt extremely reassured by the wisdom of the doctors who make me feel as though I will heal, and my vision will come back and that they will stay on top of this and if things get worse, they will be able to try to fix it to the best of their abilities. I appreciate they are helping me avoid surgery if it's not absolutely necessary. [redacted] I was able to endure these eye exams because they were patient and communicative and Supportive the whole time. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 5/17/2026
Good experience
- Reviewed on 5/12/2026
Dr Estrela is great: professional and relaxed, direct and informative, personable and caring. Although she is tightly scheduled, she seemed to have all the time in the world for me. She didn't look at a computer screen once when I was with her.
- Reviewed on 5/8/2026
Dr. Tais is an excellent professional. She was patient enough to explain my problem to me in detail and the most favorable options for me.
- Reviewed on 5/8/2026
Everyone at the practice was polite, helpful and professional. The Doctor was easy to understand and spoke in layman's terms.
- Reviewed on 5/6/2026
I received complete information on my questions.
- Reviewed on 4/26/2026
She and her associate were very attentive and provided me with information that I could understand. I felt I was in good hands at all times.
- Reviewed on 4/15/2026
He is an excellent professional. Congratulations on your excellence.
- Reviewed on 4/4/2026
Keep it up, I'm grateful to everyone who helped us.
- Reviewed on 4/1/2026
When I finally got an appointment - the provider was WONDERFUL. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 3/28/2026
most helpful visit
- Reviewed on 4/1/2026
It was a wonderful experience; Dr. Tais is an exceptional example of professionalism and very kind. I am very happy with her work.
- Reviewed on 3/21/2026
Testing was lengthy, but every aspect explained.
- Reviewed on 3/15/2026
very thorough the assistant was excellent, too!
- Reviewed on 3/7/2026
Dr. Estrella is knowledgeable, easy to understand and efficient.
- Reviewed on 3/2/2026
Kind, Knowledgable, Explained everything as we went along. Never seemed rushed
- Reviewed on 2/15/2026
Dr Estrela did a thorough exam and explained her finding clearly in a amnner that enabled me to understand the difficulties I am having wiht ny eyesight. It was that first time that any provider has so expertly integrated the issues I experience in a way that made sense, currently and historically. The also identified a contriibuting structural eye problem that could be treated and made the appropriate referral. I am very thankful for her care! [redacted]
- Reviewed on 2/14/2026
It was excellent
- Reviewed on 2/25/2026
I am amazed at the capabilities of your entire team.
- Reviewed on 2/9/2026
Very efficient and detail-oriented, courteous and approachable
- Reviewed on 2/7/2026
Extremely knowledgeable very comforting and actually there's a plan. Everybody was wonderful. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 1/29/2026
very well run
- Reviewed on 1/25/2026
Care at Mass Eye and Ear has always been excellent.
- Reviewed on 1/22/2026
very thorough
- Reviewed on 1/18/2026
The Doctor was very nice and walked me through the whole process
- Reviewed on 1/17/2026
She was very thoughtful and clear in her manner and communication. She was familiar with my history and could readily discuss my status now and previously.
- Reviewed on 1/11/2026
Everyone was extremely professional and knew my case history.
- Reviewed on 1/11/2026
I was impressed by her knowledge and courtesy.
- Reviewed on 1/5/2026
Dr Estrela was wonderful, the protocol for preparation for surgery was not up to date regarding the weight loss meds I had been on- steps need to be taken to insure proper information to the patient
- Reviewed on 1/4/2026
Provided a complete detailed explanation of what exists for surgical correction, with reasonable explanation of expected outcomes
- Reviewed on 1/5/2026
She was the best, very knowledgeable, and I recommend her to anybody.
- Reviewed on 12/23/2025
Very thorough. They took all the time needed. Both MD's were excellent! [redacted] I understand the appointment and office wait time for this level of care. No problemo...
- Reviewed on 12/22/2025
Amazing as always! Mass Eye & Ear is a long ride for us, but over the past few years every visit has been well worth it. I'm hoping now that things have started to normalize, the virtual visits will work out ok. Thank you for being flexible!
- Reviewed on 12/21/2025
Both doctors I spoke with at this appointment were thorough in the exam and explanation of my condition.
- Reviewed on 12/21/2025
Very good job
- Reviewed on 12/16/2025
She was very concerned about my health situation and explained every detail about my care . Most of all she is very compassionate.
- Reviewed on 12/14/2025
Excellent care all around
- Reviewed on 12/14/2025
she was very nice, she explained everything so i could understand.
- Reviewed on 12/12/2025
Excellent professionals and very attentive. Thank you very much in advance.
- Reviewed on 12/8/2025
Dr. Estrela is very knowledgeable and professional. She explained everything to me about my planned surgery. In a very understandable manner.
- Reviewed on 7/8/2026
Doctor was extremely knowledgeable and spoke to me in terms i could understand. She instilled confidence in me.
- Reviewed on 7/4/2026
Doctor I saw for over 15 years retired. This is my first visit with this doctor. She was very nice and I will see her next year.
- Reviewed on 7/1/2026
Awesome hospital! [redacted]
- Reviewed on 7/3/2026
First appointments everything was fine
- Reviewed on 6/27/2026
She was thorough in her exam and explained the next steps.
- Reviewed on 6/24/2026
The physician was amazing!
- Reviewed on 6/23/2026
Dr. Estrela was very nice. She explained everything so I could understand. I was very satisfied with my visit with her.
- Reviewed on 6/21/2026
Excellent, thoughtful and caring provider.
- Reviewed on 6/26/2026
Honestly it was quick for a dr visit. Everyone was helpful from the first person at the revolving door as I entered the hospital, to the person at reception, to both doctors. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 6/13/2026
Dr. Estrela was wonderful! She knew exactly what to do and how to do it. Extremely caring and professional.
- Reviewed on 5/30/2026
I have had an issue with my eyes since birth and my provider outside of Mass Eye and Ear continued to tell me I was fine. This provider here listened carefully and was able to diagnose me with an issue within minutes of seeing me and gave me options to correct it.
- Reviewed on 5/25/2026
[redacted] I very much appreciate my time with Dr. Estrela and found it very clarifying and helpful. I would certainly recommend her to a friend and if needed, would look forward to seeing her again.
- Reviewed on 5/26/2026
She was very informative which encouraged me to ask more questions.
- Reviewed on 5/26/2026
I appreciate that the nurses and doctors take the time to listen to my concerns. Feeling heard and cared for during appointments means a lot and helps create a positive experience. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 5/23/2026
Awesome
- Reviewed on 5/17/2026
I can't believe how incredibly blessed I am to have such amazing doctors who are so caring, smart, humble, competent, kind, patient, hard-working, dedicated, and self sacrificing. We are beyond blessed to have these incredible minds, and people filled with deep and broad intelligence able to execute astonishing technical feats to save people's vision. I appreciate everyone from The initial contact at the emergency room to the people who tried to make sure I got an appointment when I needed one, especially [redacted], and to both of the doctors I saw today I am deeply grateful for your incredible training and dedication and feel like I'm in great hands. [redacted] I felt extremely reassured by the wisdom of the doctors who make me feel as though I will heal, and my vision will come back and that they will stay on top of this and if things get worse, they will be able to try to fix it to the best of their abilities. I appreciate they are helping me avoid surgery if it's not absolutely necessary. [redacted] I was able to endure these eye exams because they were patient and communicative and Supportive the whole time. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 5/17/2026
Good experience
- Reviewed on 5/12/2026
Dr Estrela is great: professional and relaxed, direct and informative, personable and caring. Although she is tightly scheduled, she seemed to have all the time in the world for me. She didn't look at a computer screen once when I was with her.
- Reviewed on 5/8/2026
Dr. Tais is an excellent professional. She was patient enough to explain my problem to me in detail and the most favorable options for me.
- Reviewed on 5/8/2026
Everyone at the practice was polite, helpful and professional. The Doctor was easy to understand and spoke in layman's terms.
- Reviewed on 5/6/2026
I received complete information on my questions.
- Reviewed on 4/26/2026
She and her associate were very attentive and provided me with information that I could understand. I felt I was in good hands at all times.
- Reviewed on 4/15/2026
He is an excellent professional. Congratulations on your excellence.
- Reviewed on 4/4/2026
Keep it up, I'm grateful to everyone who helped us.
- Reviewed on 4/1/2026
When I finally got an appointment - the provider was WONDERFUL. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 3/28/2026
most helpful visit
- Reviewed on 4/1/2026
It was a wonderful experience; Dr. Tais is an exceptional example of professionalism and very kind. I am very happy with her work.
- Reviewed on 3/21/2026
Testing was lengthy, but every aspect explained.
- Reviewed on 3/15/2026
very thorough the assistant was excellent, too!
- Reviewed on 3/7/2026
Dr. Estrella is knowledgeable, easy to understand and efficient.
- Reviewed on 3/2/2026
Kind, Knowledgable, Explained everything as we went along. Never seemed rushed
- Reviewed on 2/15/2026
Dr Estrela did a thorough exam and explained her finding clearly in a amnner that enabled me to understand the difficulties I am having wiht ny eyesight. It was that first time that any provider has so expertly integrated the issues I experience in a way that made sense, currently and historically. The also identified a contriibuting structural eye problem that could be treated and made the appropriate referral. I am very thankful for her care! [redacted]
- Reviewed on 2/14/2026
It was excellent
- Reviewed on 2/25/2026
I am amazed at the capabilities of your entire team.
- Reviewed on 2/9/2026
Very efficient and detail-oriented, courteous and approachable
- Reviewed on 2/7/2026
Extremely knowledgeable very comforting and actually there's a plan. Everybody was wonderful. [redacted]
- Reviewed on 1/29/2026
very well run
- Reviewed on 1/25/2026
Care at Mass Eye and Ear has always been excellent.
- Reviewed on 1/22/2026
very thorough
- Reviewed on 1/18/2026
The Doctor was very nice and walked me through the whole process
- Reviewed on 1/17/2026
She was very thoughtful and clear in her manner and communication. She was familiar with my history and could readily discuss my status now and previously.
- Reviewed on 1/11/2026
Everyone was extremely professional and knew my case history.
- Reviewed on 1/11/2026
I was impressed by her knowledge and courtesy.
- Reviewed on 1/5/2026
Dr Estrela was wonderful, the protocol for preparation for surgery was not up to date regarding the weight loss meds I had been on- steps need to be taken to insure proper information to the patient
- Reviewed on 1/4/2026
Provided a complete detailed explanation of what exists for surgical correction, with reasonable explanation of expected outcomes
- Reviewed on 1/5/2026
She was the best, very knowledgeable, and I recommend her to anybody.
- Reviewed on 12/23/2025
Very thorough. They took all the time needed. Both MD's were excellent! [redacted] I understand the appointment and office wait time for this level of care. No problemo...
- Reviewed on 12/22/2025
Amazing as always! Mass Eye & Ear is a long ride for us, but over the past few years every visit has been well worth it. I'm hoping now that things have started to normalize, the virtual visits will work out ok. Thank you for being flexible!
- Reviewed on 12/21/2025
Both doctors I spoke with at this appointment were thorough in the exam and explanation of my condition.
- Reviewed on 12/21/2025
Very good job
- Reviewed on 12/16/2025
She was very concerned about my health situation and explained every detail about my care . Most of all she is very compassionate.
- Reviewed on 12/14/2025
Excellent care all around
- Reviewed on 12/14/2025
she was very nice, she explained everything so i could understand.
- Reviewed on 12/12/2025
Excellent professionals and very attentive. Thank you very much in advance.
- Reviewed on 12/8/2025
Dr. Estrela is very knowledgeable and professional. She explained everything to me about my planned surgery. In a very understandable manner.