Summary

Dr. Tailun Zhao treats cataracts, age-related macular degeneration, and keratoconjunctivitis sicca, and performs retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and eye exams. He practices ophthalmology and internal medicine and has 14 years of experience. Dr. Zhao is affiliated with University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, and Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, among other hospitals, and sees patients at multiple locations in Encinitas, El Cajon, Escondido, and La Jolla, California. He completed his medical training at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine and his residency at UCLA Medical Center. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Zhao 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 14 years of experience
  • Ucla Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 6 hospital affiliations
  • 9 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Tailun Zhao has 9 locations

Acuity Eye Group

320 Santa Fe Dr Ste 104Encinitas, CA 92024
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

Dr. Tailun Zhao

300 S Pierce StEl Cajon, CA 92020

Acuity Eye Group Premiere Ambulatory Surgery Center

700 W El Norte PkwyEscondido, CA 92026
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

Palomar Medical Center

2185 Citracado PkwyEscondido, CA 92029

Acuity Eye Group La Jolla

9850 Genesee Ave Ste 310La Jolla, CA 92037
Mon8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Acuity Eye Group El Cajon

300 S Pierce St Ste 201El Cajon, CA 92020
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 - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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14 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English, Farsi Speaks English
Encinitas , CAEl Centro , CAEl Centro , CAEl Centro , CA
Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine Med School: University of Rome Med School: University of California San Diego (UCSD) Med School: Keck School of Medicine of USC
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Tailun Zhao

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Tailun Zhao has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Tailun Zhao has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Internal Medicine
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

14 Years Experience

Dr. Tailun Zhao 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

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucla Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine in 2012.

NPI Number

Dr. Zhao's NPI number is 1952659203.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tailun Zhao?
You can find contact information for Dr. Tailun Zhao here on Vitals.
Is Dr. Tailun Zhao accepting new patients?
Dr. Tailun Zhao is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Tailun Zhao's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Dr. Tailun Zhao's office located?
Dr. Tailun Zhao's office is located at 320 Santa Fe Dr Ste 104, Encinitas, CA, 92024.
Does Dr. Tailun Zhao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Tailun Zhao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Tailun Zhao affiliated with?
Dr. Tailun Zhao is affiliated with University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center, Acmh Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, TITUSVILLE AREA HOSPITAL, Wvu Medicine Uniontown Hospital, and Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.

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