Summary

Dr. David Hwang specializes in ophthalmology, focusing on eye diseases and surgical treatments. He earned his medical degree from the University of California, San Francisco, School of Medicine, followed by his residency training at UCSF. Dr. Hwang completed fellowship training at Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center, gaining advanced expertise in specialized eye care. With 42 years of experience treating patients, he holds certification in ophthalmology from the American Board of Ophthalmology. He speaks both Portuguese and English with his patients.

Dr. Hwang practices at UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights in San Francisco, California. He treats patients with cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 42 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Portuguese, English
  • Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center
  • 16 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Awards

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Office Location

Corneal Disease and Surgery Clinic

490 Illinois StreetSan Francisco, CA 94158
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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42 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Portuguese, English Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi
San Francisco , CASan Jose , CAWalnut Creek , CASan Francisco , CA
Med School: University of California, San Francisco, School of Medicine Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: New York University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David G. Hwang

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - PPO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Stanford Health Care Advantage
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • SutterSelect - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. David G. Hwang has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center1990

Residency

UCSF1986
UCSF1985

Medical School

University of California, San Francisco, School of MedicineGraduated in 1984

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Where is Dr. David Hwang's office located?
Dr. David Hwang's office is located at 490 Illinois Street, San Francisco, CA, 94158.
Which hospitals is Dr. David Hwang affiliated with?
Dr. David Hwang is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.
Does Dr. David Hwang accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. David Hwang accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. David Hwang speak?
Dr. David Hwang speaks Portuguese and English.

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