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Summary
Dr. Heather Chen is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and vision health. She earned her medical degree from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and has been practicing for a decade. Her expertise focuses on diagnosing and treating a wide range of eye conditions that affect patients of all ages.
Dr. Chen practices at University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center and sees patients in Vista, Oceanside, and Encinitas, California. She treats common eye conditions including glaucoma and cataracts, helping patients preserve and restore their vision. Her surgical skills include cataract surgery, and she performs comprehensive eye exams and specialized testing such as tonometry to monitor eye pressure.
Dr. Chen practices at University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center and sees patients in Vista, Oceanside, and Encinitas, California. She treats common eye conditions including glaucoma and cataracts, helping patients preserve and restore their vision. Her surgical skills include cataract surgery, and she performs comprehensive eye exams and specialized testing such as tonometry to monitor eye pressure.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 10 years of experience
- University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Heather Chen has 3 locationsGreider Eye Associates
2067 W Vista Way Ste 120Vista, CA 92083 Tel: (760) 758-2020
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
North Coast Surgery Center
3903 Waring RdOceanside, CA 92056 Tel: (760) 940-0997
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
Scripps Encinitas Surgery Center
320 Santa Fe Dr Ste LL2Encinitas, CA 92024 Tel: (760) 632-3900
Mon6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Heather Chen | Dr. Colin Bacorn, MD | Dr. Jonathan Trejo, MD | Dr. Colin S. Ip, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 10 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Vista , CA | El Centro , CA | El Centro , CA | National City , CA |
| Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine | Med School: Washington University in St. Louis | Med School: University of Washington in Seattle | Med School: Indiana University School of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Heather Chen
Medical Specialties
Dr. Heather Chen has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
10 Years Experience
Dr. Heather Chen 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 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine in 2016.
NPI Number
Dr. Chen's NPI number is 1164881603.
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- Dr. Heather Chen is affiliated with University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center.
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