Summary

Dr. Hua Gao specializes in ophthalmology with a focus on retinal conditions and diseases. He graduated from Shanghai School of Medicine and completed his residency at Indiana University School of Medicine. With 44 years of clinical experience, Dr. Gao has developed extensive expertise in treating complex eye conditions. He speaks Russian and Spanish in addition to English.

Dr. Gao is affiliated with Michael E Debakey VA Medical Center and practices at multiple Retinal Diagnostic Center locations throughout California, including Campbell, Watsonville, Santa Cruz, Gilroy, and Atherton. His clinical expertise includes treating diabetic eye disease, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal detachment. He performs optical coherence tomography, retinal imaging, and comprehensive eye exams to diagnose and monitor retinal conditions. Patients have given Dr. Gao an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 44 years of experience
  • speaks Russian, Spanish
  • Indiana University School Of Medicine
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Hua Gao has 7 locations

Retinal Diagnostic Center

3395 S Bascom Ave Ste 140Campbell, CA 95008
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

Retinal Diagnostic Center

65 Nielson St Ste 115Watsonville, CA 95076
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

Dr. Hua Gao

6530 Farmington RdWest Bloomfield, MI 48322
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

Retinal Diagnostic Center

1663 Dominican Way Ste 110ASanta Cruz, CA 95065
Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Retinal Diagnostic Center

8833 Monterey Rd Ste DGilroy, CA 95020
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

Retinal Diagnostic Center

3301 El Camino Real Ste 101Atherton, CA 94027

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
44 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 51 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Russian, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi Speaks English
Campbell , CASan Jose , CAPalo Alto , CALos Gatos , CA
Med School: SHANGHAI SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Hua Gao

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Hua Gao has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Hua Gao has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Eye Disease (Diabetic Retinopathy)
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Diseases
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Dr. Hua Gao holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of California and Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Indiana University School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from SHANGHAI SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1993 and Shanghai Medical University in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Gao's NPI number is 1871593954.

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Dr. Hua Gao is affiliated with Michael E Debakey Va Medical Center.

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