4.3
9 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Richard Yook is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care with more than five decades of experience in the field. He earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed his residency training through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. His extensive career spanning 54 years has established him as an experienced specialist in treating various eye conditions. Dr. Yook is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Yook practices at multiple locations including the VA West Los Angeles Healthcare Center in Los Angeles and Dignity Health Northridge Hospital Medical Center in Northridge, California. He is affiliated with Encino Hospital Medical Center and focuses on treating serious eye conditions such as glaucoma, open-angle glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration. His practice includes performing comprehensive eye exams, optical coherence tomography, and retinal imaging …to help diagnose and monitor eye health. Patients have given Dr. Yook an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Read More Read less Dr. Yook practices at multiple locations including the VA West Los Angeles Healthcare Center in Los Angeles and Dignity Health Northridge Hospital Medical Center in Northridge, California. He is affiliated with Encino Hospital Medical Center and focuses on treating serious eye conditions such as glaucoma, open-angle glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration. His practice includes performing comprehensive eye exams, optical coherence tomography, and retinal imaging …to help diagnose and monitor eye health. Patients have given Dr. Yook an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 54 years of experience
- 10 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, English
- U S Department Of Veterans Affairs
- 2 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Richard Hum Yook has 2 locationsDignity Health Northridge Hospital Medical Center
18300 Roscoe BlvdNorthridge, CA 91325 Tel: (818) 885-8500
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 54 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience | 24 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, Farsi | Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi | |
| Los Angeles , CA | LOS ANGELES , CA | Lancaster , CA | Santa Monica , CA |
| Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla | Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School | Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Hum Yook
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Hum Yook has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Hum Yook has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
54 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2025, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
U S Department Of Veterans Affairs
Medical School
David Geffen School Of Medicine At UclaGraduated in 1972
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Yook affiliated with?
- Dr. Richard Yook is affiliated with Encino Hospital Medical Center.
- Does Dr. Richard Yook accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Yook accepts on their Vitals profile.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Yook?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Richard Yook here on Vitals.
- Where is Dr. Richard Yook's office located?
- Dr. Richard Yook's office is located at 11301 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90073.
- Is Dr. Richard Yook accepting new patients?
- Dr. Richard Yook has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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