Summary

Dr. David Yu is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and vision health. He earned his medical degree from Wake Forest School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. With 39 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Yu has developed extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating various eye conditions. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Yu practices at Huntington Memorial Hospital and sees patients in Pasadena, California. He focuses on treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma, which are common conditions that can significantly impact vision if left untreated. His clinical skills include performing dilated eye exams to thoroughly evaluate eye health, retinal imaging to capture detailed pictures of the back of the eye, and intraocular lens implant procedures to restore clear vision after cataract surgery. Patients have given Dr. Yu an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 39 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Pasadena Eye Medical Group

10 Congress St Ste 340Pasadena, CA 91105
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. David Deok Yu, MDSanta Monica Eye Medical GroupDr. Ebbie Soroudi, MDDr. Christopher Lyon, M.D., Ph.D., M.Sc.
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.2 
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39 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi Speaks Spanish, English, Italian, Farsi Speaks English, Spanish
Pasadena , CASanta Monica , CABeverly Hills , CANewport Beach , CA
Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine Med School: Yale University School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Deok Yu

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of Nevada
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • MVP Health Care
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. David Deok Yu has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David Deok Yu has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • LASIK (Laser In Situ Keratomileusis)
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center

Medical School

Wake Forest School Of MedicineGraduated in 1987

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What languages does Dr. David Yu speak?
Dr. David Yu speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. David Yu affiliated with?
Dr. David Yu is affiliated with Huntington Memorial Hospital.

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