Summary

Dr. Sung Choe is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and treatment of vision-related conditions. He earned his medical degree from Hahnemann University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Hahnemann University Hospital. With 29 years of clinical experience, Dr. Choe has developed extensive expertise in diagnosing and managing various eye disorders that can affect patients' daily lives and overall health.

Dr. Choe practices at Vision Essentials By Kaiser Permanente in Union City, California. His clinical focus includes treating diabetic eye disease and diabetic retinopathy, conditions that can develop in patients with diabetes and potentially threaten vision if left untreated. He also specializes in glaucoma care, helping patients manage this condition that can gradually damage the optic nerve. Dr. Choe performs dilated eye exams to thoroughly evaluate the health of patients' eyes, uses retinal imaging to capture detailed pictures of the back of the eye, and conducts optical coherence tomography, an advanced imaging technique that provides cross-sectional views of the retina to aid in precise diagnosis and treatment planning.
Read More Read less

AI-generated from data on this provider profile.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 29 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • Hahnemann University Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Vision Essentials By Kaiser Permanente

3553 Whipple Rd Bldg BUnion City, CA 94587
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Compare with Similar Doctors

Dr. Sung U Choe, MD
Dr. Keshav   Narain
Dr. Charles Lee Barrett
Dr. Thomas Richardson Rowley
Dr. Sung U Choe, MDDr. Keshav NarainDr. Charles Lee BarrettDr. Thomas Richardson Rowley
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
29 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience 56 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 Speaks English
Union City , CASan Jose , CAMountain View , CABerkeley , CA
Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: New York Medical College Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine
Current Profile
View Profile View Profile View Profile

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sung U Choe

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net - Medicare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Sung U Choe has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sung U Choe has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Hahnemann University Hospital

Medical School

Drexel University College Of Medicine
Hahnemann University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1997

Similar doctors

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Sung Choe accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Sung Choe has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Sung Choe accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Sung Choe accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Sung Choe's office located?
Dr. Sung Choe's office is located at 3553 Whipple Rd Bldg B, Union City, CA, 94587.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sung Choe?
You can find contact information for Dr. Sung Choe here on Vitals.
Is Dr. Sung Choe accepting new patients?
Dr. Sung Choe is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Sung Choe's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

Ensuring Data Transparency and Trust: A Guide to Vitals Doctor Listings and Reviews

Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.

Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.

Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.