Summary

Dr. Stephanie Lu is an ophthalmologist with 22 years of experience specializing in eye care and vision health. She earned her medical degree from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine, establishing a strong foundation in comprehensive medical training. Her extensive experience in the field has made her particularly skilled in treating complex eye conditions. Dr. Lu is fluent in Spanish, Vietnamese, and English, allowing her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Lu practices at UC Irvine Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute in Irvine, California, and maintains affiliations with UCI Medical Center and Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center. She focuses on treating serious eye conditions including diabetic eye disease, diabetic retinopathy, and posterior vitreous detachment. Her expertise includes performing advanced procedures such as retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and anti-VEGF treatment to help preserve and restore patients' vision. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 22 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, Vietnamese, English
  • University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Uc Irvine Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute

850 Health Sciences RdIrvine, CA 92617
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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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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4.6 
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22 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese, English Speaks Vietnamese, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Irvine , CANewport Beach , CAPlata , CANewport Beach , CA
Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Yale University School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Stephanie Yiwei Lu

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Stephanie Yiwei Lu has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Stephanie Yiwei Lu has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Epiretinal Membrane
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retinal Detachment
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of California San Diego School Of MedicineGraduated in 2004

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Dr. Stephanie Lu speaks Spanish, Vietnamese, and English.
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Dr. Stephanie Lu is affiliated with Uci Medical Center and Tibor Rubin Va Medical Center.

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