Dr. Richard Takkam Ling, MD

Dr. Richard Ling is an ophthalmologist with over four decades of experience treating eye conditions and diseases. He earned his medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Stanford University School of Medicine. With 42 years in practice, Dr. Ling has developed extensive expertise in diagnosing and managing complex eye disorders. He is fluent in both English and Chinese, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations in his community.

Dr. Ling practices at Mercy Hospital Downtown and sees patients in Bakersfield, California. His clinical focus includes treating diabetic eye disease and age-related macular degeneration, two serious conditions that can threaten vision if left untreated. He performs comprehensive eye exams and specialized retinal imaging to detect and monitor eye problems early. Patients have given Dr. Ling an average rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars for his care.