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Summary
Dr. Thao Nguyen treats glaucoma, open-angle glaucoma, and cataracts, and performs retinal imaging, vision tests, and visual field testing. She has practiced ophthalmology for 35 years and is affiliated with University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center.
Dr. Nguyen earned her medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and sees patients in San Diego, California. She speaks English and Vietnamese.
Dr. Nguyen earned her medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and sees patients in San Diego, California. She speaks English and Vietnamese.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 35 years of experience
- 37 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Vietnamese
- University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
UC San Diego Health
9415 Compass Point Dr SSan Diego, CA 92126 Tel: (858) 534-6290
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 35 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Vietnamese | Speaks English, Arabic | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English |
| San Diego , CA | El Centro , CA | El Centro , CA | El Centro , CA |
| Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine | Med School: Zagazig University Faculty of Medicine in Egypt | Med School: National University of Cuyo School of Medicine of Argentina | Med School: University of Rome |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Thao Nguyen
Medical Specialties
Thao Nguyen has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Thao Nguyen has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
35 Years Experience
Thao Nguyen 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 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine in 1991.
NPI Number
Thao Nguyen's NPI number is 1154352185.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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- Which hospitals is Thao Nguyen affiliated with?
- Thao Nguyen is affiliated with University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center.
- How can I make an appointment with Thao Nguyen?
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- Does Thao Nguyen accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Thao Nguyen has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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