Summary

Dr. Cathy Sun is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care with a focus on glaucoma treatment. She earned her medical degree from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine and has been practicing for 12 years. Dr. Sun is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Sun practices at UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights in San Francisco, California. She has particular expertise in treating glaucoma and open-angle glaucoma, as well as cataracts. Her clinical skills include performing tonometry to measure eye pressure, conducting comprehensive vision tests, and visual field testing to assess peripheral vision. Patients consistently rate Dr. Sun highly for her care, giving her an average rating of 5.0.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 12 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Glaucoma Clinic

490 Illinois St.San Francisco, CA 94158

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
12 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 63 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi Speaks English
San Francisco , CASan Jose , CASan Francisco , CADanville , 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 Cincinnati College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Cathy Sun

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Cathy Sun has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Cathy Sun has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Internal Medicine
  • Ophthalmologist

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

Cathy Sun holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine in 2014.

NPI Number

Cathy Sun's NPI number is 1396164547.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Cathy Sun affiliated with?
Cathy Sun is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.
Is Cathy Sun accepting new patients?
Cathy Sun is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Cathy Sun's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Cathy Sun's office located?
Cathy Sun's office is located at 490 Illinois St., San Francisco, CA, 94158.
Does Cathy Sun accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Cathy Sun accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Cathy Sun accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Cathy Sun has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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