Dr. Andrew Allen Kao, MD

Dr. Andrew Kao is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care with 16 years of experience in the field. He earned his medical degree from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine and completed his residency training at the prestigious New York Eye and Ear Infirmary. Dr. Kao is fluent in Chinese and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations in their preferred languages.

Dr. Kao practices at multiple locations throughout Bakersfield, California, including Empire Eye And Laser Center and Advanced Center For Eyecare. He is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Southwest Bakersfield for surgical procedures. His clinical expertise focuses on treating cataracts and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. Dr. Kao performs advanced surgical procedures such as cataract surgery with intraocular lens implants and specialized glaucoma surgeries to help preserve and restore his patients' vision.