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Dr. Karen Shih specializes in ophthalmology and brings 22 years of experience to their practice. They earned their medical degree from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine, establishing a strong foundation in eye care. Dr. Shih is fluent in Chinese, English, and Spanish, allowing them to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.
Dr. Shih practices at El Camino Health and sees patients at the Munnerlyn Eye Institute in Sunnyvale, California. They focus on treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. Their surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures. Dr. Shih also performs tonometry to measure eye pressure and assess glaucoma risk.
Dr. Shih practices at El Camino Health and sees patients at the Munnerlyn Eye Institute in Sunnyvale, California. They focus on treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. Their surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures. Dr. Shih also performs tonometry to measure eye pressure and assess glaucoma risk.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 22 years of experience
- speaks Chinese, English, Spanish
- University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
Office Location
Munnerlyn Eye Institute
1085 W El Camino Real # 3Sunnyvale, CA 94087 Tel: (408) 524-5900
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
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 22 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience | 4 Years of Experience | 56 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Chinese, English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Sunnyvale , CA | San Jose , CA | Palo Alto , CA | San Jose , 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 Iowa | Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Karen Shih
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Medical Specialties
Dr Karen Shih has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr Karen Shih has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
22 Years Experience
Dr Karen Shih 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 2004.
NPI Number
Dr Shih's NPI number is 1750565982.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr Karen Shih accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr Karen Shih has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- What languages does Dr Karen Shih speak?
- Dr Karen Shih speaks Chinese, English, and Spanish.
- Where is Dr Karen Shih's office located?
- Dr Karen Shih's office is located at 1085 W El Camino Real # 3, Sunnyvale, CA, 94087.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr Karen Shih?
- You can find contact information for Dr Karen Shih here on Vitals.
- Which hospitals is Dr Karen Shih affiliated with?
- Dr Karen Shih is affiliated with El Camino Health.
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