Summary

Dr. Katherine Chen is an ophthalmologist and internal medicine physician with 16 years of experience providing comprehensive eye care and general medical services. She earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine, establishing a strong foundation for her dual specialty practice. Dr. Chen is fluent in Spanish, Russian, and English, enabling her to serve patients from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Dr. Chen practices at multiple locations throughout Glendale, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Glendale Memorial Hospital And Health Center. She specializes in treating cataracts and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. Her expertise includes performing cataract surgery, retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to diagnose and monitor eye conditions. These advanced diagnostic tools allow her to detect vision problems early and provide targeted treatment plans for her patients.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 16 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Russian, English
  • University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Katherine Chen has 5 locations

Specialty Eye Care Medical Center Inc

409 N Central AveGlendale, CA 91203
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Usc Verdugo Hills Hospital

1812 Verdugo BlvdGlendale, CA 91208

Sherman Oaks Hospital

4929 Van Nuys BlvdSherman Oaks, CA 91403

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16 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Russian, English Speaks Spanish, English, Farsi Speaks English, Russian, Spanish
Glendale , CALancaster , CAWest Hollywood , CALOS ANGELES , CA
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Katherine Chen

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - DHMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Katherine Chen has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Katherine Chen has the following area of expertise

  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

Dr. Katherine Chen holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine in 2010.

NPI Number

Dr. Chen's NPI number is 1053638726.

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Dr. Katherine Chen's office is located at 409 N Central Ave, Glendale, CA, 91203.
Which hospitals is Dr. Katherine Chen affiliated with?
Dr. Katherine Chen is affiliated with Glendale Memorial Hospital And Health Center.
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