Summary

Dr. Charles Yu is an ophthalmologist who has been practicing medicine for 16 years. They earned their medical degree from the University of California Davis School of Medicine, providing them with a strong foundation in eye care and vision health. Their specialty focuses on diagnosing and treating various eye conditions, helping patients maintain and restore their sight.

Dr. Yu practices in Palo Alto, California, where they treat patients with cataracts, keratitis, and contact lens infections. They perform sedation procedures to ensure patient comfort during treatments and conducts pathology tests to accurately diagnose eye conditions. Dr. Yu also specializes in intraocular lens implant procedures, which help restore clear vision for patients with cataracts.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 16 years of experience
  • 64 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of California Davis School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Dr. Charles Yu

2452 Watson CtPalo Alto, CA 94303

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
16 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 63 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi Speaks English
Palo Alto , CASan Jose , CAPalo Alto , CACHICAGO , IL
Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Charles Yu

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Aspire Health Plan
  • Aspire Health Plan - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net - Medicare
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare
  • Stanford Health Care Advantage
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Medicare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - HMO
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Charles Yu has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Charles Yu has the following area of expertise

  • Ophthalmologist

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of California Davis School Of MedicineGraduated in 2010

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Where is Dr. Charles Yu's office located?
Dr. Charles Yu's office is located at 2452 Watson Ct, Palo Alto, CA, 94303.
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