Summary

Dr. Richard Leung is an ophthalmologist who has been caring for patients' vision and eye health for 45 years. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency at LAC USC Medical Center. Dr. Leung is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patients in the San Diego community.

Dr. Leung practices at Sharp Memorial Hospital and sees patients at the San Diego Eye and Laser Center in San Diego, California. He specializes in treating age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His expertise includes advanced procedures such as retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and anti-VEGF treatment for various eye conditions. Patients rate Dr. Leung 4.4 out of 5 stars for his comprehensive eye care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 45 years of experience
  • 10 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Lac Usc Medical Center
  • 16 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Joseph Leung has 2 locations

San Diego Eye And Laser Center

3075 Health Center Dr Ste 403San Diego, CA 92123
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

San Diego Eye and Laser Center

3075 Health Center DrSan Diego, CA 92123
Mon5:30 am - 6:00 pm
Tue5:30 am - 6:00 pm
Wed5:30 am - 6:00 pm
Thu5:30 am - 6:00 pm
Fri5:30 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Richard Joseph Leung, MDDr. Martin Rajsbaum, MDDr. Colin Bacorn, MDDr. Gregory A. Stainer, MD, FACS
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
3.9 
45 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English
San Diego , CAChula Vista , CAChula Vista , CAChula Vista , CA
Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine Med School: National Autonomous University of Mexico Med School: Washington University in St. Louis Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Joseph Leung

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Cigna
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Joseph Leung has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Joseph Leung has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Laser Surgery
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lac Usc Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Maryland School Of MedicineGraduated in 1981

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